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The Start Of Something New: A Cutting Garden

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I entered spring unsure if I wanted to manage a garden, but as time went on, my passion for plants wouldn't allow me to miss out on some much-needed plant therapy. This year, I've decided not to grow veggies, but to focus on having a cutting garden of flowers and maybe some herbs. My goal…

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Decor Pregnancy & Baby

Nursery Design Trends In 2017

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Nursery decor has come a long way since having Jayden... almost NINE years ago. We're not going to talk about how fast time is flying. Nope. But what we're going to do is indulge in a little design therapy, shall we? So back when we were planning Jayden's nursery, I chose jungle themed decor. It…

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Get It Thrive

Sleep Better. Do Better.

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It's hard to believe that almost four months ago, I gave birth to baby Akilah. In those four months, I can honestly say for sure that I've gotten a good night's rest. I may have pulled a few all-nighters, not due to newborn struggles, she's such a low maintenance baby. But during the late night is…

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Holiday At Home: Faux Mantel Shelf + Wreath Spruce Up

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of At Home. All opinions are 100% mine. It's time for the last installment of Holiday At Home, a three-part holiday decorating series with At Home! Today, I want to share how I made my mantel wishes come true this holiday season! There's nothing that says home like…

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Holiday At Home: The Console

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of AT HOME. All opinions are 100% mine. It's time for the second installment of Holiday At Home, a three-part holiday decorating series with At Home! Today, I want to share how I decorated our console for the season. You may have gotten a few sneak…

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Pregnancy & Baby

Living Small: Ubbi Diaper Caddy & Wipes Dispenser

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When both of the boys were babies, we had a pack and play which doubled as a place to sleep and a changing table. We found that with Jaxon, we used it more for diaper changing than anything else. While a pack and play was a step in the right direction towards minimalism, serving multiple purposes,…

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Food & Recipes

Tuscany In Our Tiny Kitchen: Shrimp & Broccoli Alfredo

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Thanks to Bertolli® for sponsoring this post and inspiring us to share how we bring Tuscany to our dinner table. Spring has inspired me to spruce things up in our little kitchen. After all, having pretty things to look at while in the kitchen encourages me to make and serve pretty and delicious things. My…

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Fashion Pregnancy & Baby

Maternity & Beyond: The Henkaa Iris Convertible Dress

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When it comes to fashion, I don't like to make much effort. I'm a sucker for a funky pattern and a pop of color, but I generally try to curate items that are long-lasting that I can style multiple ways. This is something that I have done for years to eliminate the frustration of getting…

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Gardening Get It

A Smitten Update: Miracle-Gro AeroGarden 3SL

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So I've had a few weeks with my new Miracle-Gro AeroGarden 3SL and I am absolutely smitten. It has been wonderful to have around during the bleak winter here in the Midwest. I had no idea how beautifully my herbs and lettuce would flourish until witnessing with my own eyes! In about three weeks, I…

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Indoor Winter Gardening With Miracle-Gro AeroGarden 3SL

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One of the things that saddens me about winter is not being able to garden. I thrive off of being able to grow beautiful, living things, but when the cold front comes in, killing all of my green lovelies... well go ahead and cue the SADS. Determined not to let this get me down, I…