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What I’m Reading (November 2018)

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Thanks so much for being patient with my book recommendations, friends! I'll be honest and say that this season of moving, puppy training, and getting settled in a new house have left me a little bit burnt-out on reading so my list isn't very long but I heard from several of you that you really look forward to these posts, so here's what's been on my nightstand lately. If ... Read More

Fun in Ohio With Kids: Spangler Candy Factory Tours

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They're the staples of filled piñatas and receptionists' candy bowls but did you know that the Dum Dum sucker is made right here in the Midwest? Spangler's Candy Factory is a family-owned company that makes over 12 million Dum Dums a day! And you and your kids can actually see the factory in action on your next road trip through Ohio. In addition to making Dum Dums, ... Read More

Simple Home Staging Tips That Will Make Your House Sell Fast

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This is part one of my new moving with kids series. Since moving is definitely an adventure for families I wanted to share our experience with our recent move. It's not a secret that homes that are staged well sell faster. Staging is all about helping buyers see themselves in the house and making your space look its very best. We recently sold our home in less than 36 ... Read More

What I’m Reading (July 2018)

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I'm running a little behind with this month's book post but wanted to share some of what's been on my nightstand lately. It can be totally overwhelming to pick a new book, and when reading time is limited I want to make sure that my choices are going to be well worth it. About once a month, I share my reading list in the hopes that it makes your reading list a bit easier to ... Read More

Visiting Shipshewana With Kids

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One of the huge benefits of traveling with your kids is the the chance to show them that the world is full of all kinds of different people, cultures, and landscapes and I'd love to take my kids all around the world to experience all those rich cultures that make up our planet but my budget doesn't always allow for that. So finding a way to incorporate those values into ... Read More