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Streamline Your Banking with MCCU’s Automated Services
This post is sponsored by MCCU, but all opinions within are my own.I don’t know about you, but now that the school year has resumed, I spend every waking minute doing stuff. Half the time, I can’t even remember what stuff it is I’m doing, but I know I somehow get it all done because […]
A Guide to Homeschooling in the Northland
Homeschooling is a subject that has TONS of misconceptions and opinions. Sometimes, its a best fit for your family, just like choosing public, private, or charter school
Personal Belongings: The Fine Line Between Sharing and Responsibility
We were at a local swimming hole for the first time recently and being the rookie mom that I am, I didn’t know that the establishment had loads and loads of water toys for guests to play with. I brought our own sand toys for my daughter. When we located our friends and claimed a […]
Why This City Girl Gardens
I know. I know. You’re thinking, “Lady, I don’t have a green thumb. In fact, I have 2 black thumbs. If there were such a thing as a thumbless gardener, that’d be me. I can not grow stuff!” Here’s my secret. I kill houseplants. Never in my adult life have I ever been able to […]
50 Plus Places to Visit Up the North Shore
While the Twin Ports has an endless amount of fun to offer families by the way of eateries, shopping, events, and outdoor trails, sometimes it’s nice to step out of our comfort zones and see what else the North Shore has to offer. Pack up the minivan with Goldfish crackers, sippy cups, a few diapers, and […]
A Different Era: The Transformative Glensheen Secret Garden Party Gala
This post was sponsored by Glensheen, but the opinions written within are entirely my own.I guess I’ve always been somewhat of an old soul. Or maybe it’s more that I feel like I was born at the wrong time. From the time I was a little girl, I was fascinated with all things old and […]
How to Survive (and Even Enjoy) Your Class Reunion
OK class, time for a pop quiz! You receive your class reunion invitation. What do you do? Ignore it Groan and hit delete Shout “Woo-hoo!” and click “Register” Make a note to call your friends to see if they are going Agonize for weeks over whether or not you want to attend, then sign up […]
Your Guide to Fun on the Fourth of July
Are you still undecided about how and where you’ll spend the Fourth of July? We’ve rounded up several area events to help you plan your Independence Day. Take the kiddos to a parade or festival, let them enjoy dancing to music and gobbling up tasty food, and then settle in on blankets and lawn […]
Ditching Labels: Viewing Ourselves and Others on a Deeper Level
Labels are everywhere. They’re on clothes, food, toys, furniture, blankets, and more. Most of these labels are good! A few month ago we found our my daughter has an egg allergy and I gained a new appreciation for labels. These labels helped me be better informed and avoid eggs. Reading the labels on food is […]