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My #1 Tip to Wake Up Kids!

PUBLISHED: March 26, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Today I want to share my #1 tip for great mornings when you need to get up and go (aka, most days).  It's something most moms don't consider -- Continue Reading

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What can YOU learn from the college admissions Scandal?

PUBLISHED: March 24, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Below is a post I wrote in late 2018 after my son was settled in his dorm.  I had some time to reflect on what had gone wrong in my own Continue Reading

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Online Prenatal Classes for Couples: Birthing Classes for Families

PUBLISHED: March 23, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Prenatal Classes online can be a GREAT way to get your childbirth education done.  Finding an online prenatal class for couples is easier said Continue Reading

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Gifts for Knitters: The best gifts for knitters & crocheters

PUBLISHED: March 22, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

These best gifts for knitters and crocheters are awesome.  You'll find some unique gifts for knitters who have everything! This is part of Continue Reading

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Six Lies about Cruising

PUBLISHED: March 21, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

We just got back from a cruise with my husband and two of our children.  I read and listened to a lot of tips.  Today, I wanted to share 6 lies I Continue Reading

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What to Wear on a Cruise: Evenings, ship days, and port options!

PUBLISHED: February 22, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

When you're figuring out what to put in your suitcase for an upcoming cruise -- WHAT are you going to wear?  There's a lot of events to dress Continue Reading

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Meal Planning Templates: Organizing Meals to fit YOU

PUBLISHED: February 19, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Figuring out what is for dinner is a struggle for many of us.  Today I'm going to share some meal planning templates to help you make dinnertime Continue Reading

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Ways to prepare as a couple for your upcoming delivery

PUBLISHED: February 13, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Having a baby is a BIG step - -and making sure that you two are on good ground before you bring in a new little person is paramount to having a good Continue Reading

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Cricut Maker vs Silhouette: A dummy’s guide to set-up

PUBLISHED: February 12, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

The Circut Maker and Silhouette can see very similar at first glance, but which cutting machine reigns supreme in 2019? This is a sponsored Continue Reading

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How To Track Your Finances

PUBLISHED: February 6, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

How to track your own finances and make sure you're on top with bill payments. Tracking finances is SO important.  A lot of people are Continue Reading

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