My MOOD BOOSTING Playlist

My MOOD BOOSTING Playlist

There are few things in this life of which I would consider myself exceptionally skilled. One of those things, however, is making playlists. Whether you need some jams for an event, an occasion, or a…

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How I FINALLY Hit my Reading Goal (+ my 2022 Reading List…)

How I FINALLY Hit my Reading Goal (+ my 2022 Reading List…)

For the third year in a row, “read two books a month” is on my goals list. The only difference: this year I’ll actually do it. ๐Ÿ˜‰ It sounded like a good and fine goal…

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10 Things you Need from Amazon You’ll Use Everyday

10 Things you Need from Amazon You’ll Use Everyday

Here comes Amazon, here comes Amazon, right down my drivewaaaay! If you, too, sung the jingle in your head and are on a first-name basis with your friendly neighborhood Prime drivers…we can be in Amazon…

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2021 Most Popular (Top Products, Top Posts)

2021 Most Popular (Top Products, Top Posts)

There’s just something extra special about wrapping up the old to ring in the new. I’m juuuust about done combing through data from what was most loveloveloved (aka, most shopped + clicked by readers) throughout…

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3-INGREDIENT SAUSAGE CREAM CHEESE DIP

3-INGREDIENT SAUSAGE CREAM CHEESE DIP

Sharing this dip with you today is a true treat. ๐Ÿ™‚ This sausage cream cheese dip is maybe one of the easiest, yummiest appetizers and one of my personal go-to’s as a contribution for any…

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2021 TOP SELLERS on Amazon

2021 TOP SELLERS on Amazon

One of my favorite things to do at the close of one year and start of the next is a solid review of all the things. (Speaking of, have you done your own annual review…

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What’s a BLISS LIST + what’s on mine!

What’s a BLISS LIST + what’s on mine!

TGIF friends – we did it! We’ve completed the first full week of the brand spankin’ new year. Cue the scene in Elf… YOU DID IT!!!! Congratulations. First week of 2022. Great job everybody! It’s…

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The Best Sugar Cookies I’ve Ever Made, Ever

The Best Sugar Cookies I’ve Ever Made, Ever

You know that scene in Elf where Buddy bursts into a random New York corner coffeeshop exclaiming “YOU DID IT!!! Congratulations! World’s BEST cup of coffee!” …that’s about the feels I have right now with…

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6 Best Amazon Buys of November

6 Best Amazon Buys of November

Here comes Amazon, here comes Amazon, right down my drivewaaaay! If you’re anything like me, it’s not just jingle bells you’re hearing this time of year (or really, anytime) – it’s the sound of the…

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Our Thanksgiving Tablescape

Our Thanksgiving Tablescape

The ingredients are purchased, the stuffing is sitting, the turkey is basting – Thanksgiving is this close and the Gwynn house is #ready. Thanksgiving has always been J’s favorite holiday, so he goes ham and…

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My Favorite Walmart Christmas Decorations

My Favorite Walmart Christmas Decorations

Come November 1st your girl had her Christmas decor out of the shed and the halls were ready to be decked. Buuuuut admittedly, I’ve fallen *so behind* on getting everything up because #life – which…

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Happy Halloween! – Our Cinderella Family Costume

Happy Halloween! – Our Cinderella Family Costume

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! I hope you had a fun, safe, + spooky night trick or treating. ๐Ÿ™‚ It was a true blast debuting our Cinderella family costume! Olivia has been soooo into Cinderella, playing pretend, and…

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YOU NEED A BUDGET: Let’s talk Holiday Budgeting

YOU NEED A BUDGET: Let’s talk Holiday Budgeting

COOL NEWS: You can sign up for a free 34-day trial at You Need a Budget here, no credit card required, to see if their easy budgeting software is right for you (I think it…

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Olivia’s MINNIE-Me Birthday Party

Olivia’s MINNIE-Me Birthday Party

PHEW – mama needs a weekend from the weekend. ๐Ÿ˜‰ We had the best time celebrating the OG turning THREE – which I seriously cannot believe. Our theme was our MINNIE-Me turning three (get it???),…

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THREE

THREE

She’s THREE. I can’t believe it. Our little miracle human who graced the world two months too early but right on time three years ago today. Her earthside entrance was choatic to put it lightly…

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My *Entire* Coffee Mug Collection

My *Entire* Coffee Mug Collection

Recently it was asked on Instagram if I could show/share my coffee mug collection. Like…my entire coffee mug collection. It’s no secret that I’ve got a mug for every season and every reason, and there are approximately…

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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte, 2 Ways

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte, 2 Ways

Pumpkin spice and everything nice – that’s what Octobers are made of! Whether you’re sick of Starbucks or just wanting/needing a more affordable, sustainable option for everyday sippin’…I feel ya. Here are the two SUPER…

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10 Must-See Spots at Harry Potter World

10 Must-See Spots at Harry Potter World

If you’re planning a trip to Universal Orlando Resort and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter…I’m jealous. ๐Ÿ˜‰ After having the BEST time on our fifth wedding anniversary trip (full recap of our trip +…

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Our 2021 Family Photos

Our 2021 Family Photos

It’s already that time of year…family photo time! We didn’t do annual pictures for Christmas cards growing up, so for some reason, I am ALL ABOUT IT now. I’m such a photo/memory collector and just…

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Our Anniversary Trip to Universal Studios Orlando Resort

Our Anniversary Trip to Universal Studios Orlando Resort

Aaaand we’re back! J + I took a little getaway to Universal Studios Resort in Orlando, FL to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary – my, how time flies. ๐Ÿ™‚ We were a bit nervous beforehand…

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