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5 Ways to Create a Sleep Sanctuary






A comfortable sleeping environment can take your bedroom from being a so so room to being the best room in your home. After a tiring day nothing can make us feel better than a good night’s sleep. Therefore it’s pretty important to make your bed comfortable, warm and cozy so that your body is able […]

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Three Women, Three Planners






Today’s guest post comes from our friends at the Triple Knots blog, which is written by three women on a journey toward a healthier, happier lifestyle. Happy New Year! Do you feel like you’re ready to hit the ground running? Or, do you feel like your mind is still too cluttered with post-holiday things to do, […]

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Easiest Way To Organize A Kids’ Party






Lilly enjoys hanging out with parents and swapping funny stories about their kids. She actively writes about her experiences as a mom through websites like Madfun and this one. We’re always glad to welcome her contribution to the site and in this article, she talks about preparing for awesome children parties! Organizing a kids party […]

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Organizing and Essential Oils~A Guest Post






Organizing and Essential Oils For me, the two go hand in hand. I love organizing. I don’t need any prodding to go through my closet on a regular basis or let go of items I no longer use. However, many of my clients don’t feel this way. They like the end result of organizing. They […]

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Reorganize Your Beauty Bag: Going Cruelty-Free ~Guest Post






There are many reasons to buy cruelty-free beauty products (products that aren’t tested on animals). Animal-tested products are often found on drugstore shelves and are usually full of filler ingredients, harsh preservatives, and other suspicious substances. Animal testing is a cruel and unnecessary practice that you can discourage by buying cruelty-free products. What is a […]

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Holiday DIY From Happy Is A Verb






Hello! I’m Becky from happyisaverb.blogspot.com, where we love a unique craft, give family life our level best, and share tips on mental & emotional health. I am delighted to be a guest here today! Thank goodness there are people like Bonnie (and her amazing site) to help us get our lives in order. Especially for […]

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Washers and Dryers - Four Things to Know Before Shopping






When a washer or dryer breaks it can throw a family’s routine off schedule, since everyone needs fresh clean clothes. Parents need work clothes. Kids need to look sharp for school and to get the mud off sports jerseys. Picking the right washer and dryer can be a daunting task, especially since the newest complicated […]

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How to Have Your Way With Washi Tape! (A Guest Post)






Ah, the wonders of washi tape. It hit the US craft scene just a few years ago, but washi has been a longstanding type of Japanese handmade paper. Washi is made with fibers and bark from various trees and plants found in Japan and is typically more durable than regular paper made with the usual […]

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Reorganize Your Beauty Bag: When to Toss Makeup ~ Guest Post






Whether your makeup collection is comprised of a few favorites or bursting out of your bathroom drawer, it’s a good idea to sort through it periodically. Some products are easy to toss, such as a dried-up mascara or a shattered powder, but others might carry sentimental value. Below are some good reasons to trash your […]

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Making It Out The Door On Time~A Guest Blog Post






Where are my keys? Has anyone seen my soccer cleats? I need the notes for my meeting! Whether you are heading out to work, taking the kids to school or getting ready to go to an appointment, you can often find yourself doing a last minute scramble. You are almost ready to go when you […]

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