The time has come, friends. My 9-year-old is asking for a pet that can be his and his alone. Not just any pet though, a gecko. I should have seen this coming as he has been so responsible with his beta fish, feeds and cleans up after the dogs, and always does his chores. My […]
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Thank you to Carrie for bringing this month's Here One Moment book club discussion!I need to start by being honest. When I read the premise of the latest Liane Moriarty novel, Here One Moment, I kind of cringed. I love Liane Moriarty, don’t get me wrong! I just felt like I had read this book before (The Measure, anyone?). And while Moriarty is a phenomenal writer, I wondered if this would be the same as all the others.Fear not! While this book may have similarities to other novels, it ends up being a completely different story altogether … in the best way!Here ...
Create Fun Halloween Decor with a Decoupage Pumpkin Craft!
As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp, it’s that enchanting time of year—Halloween! With all the excitement around costumes and decorations, why not add a personal touch to your home this season? Today, I’m thrilled to share a delightful craft project that’s perfect for you and your little ones: creating a decoupage pumpkin and skull! The best part? This craft only took us an hour to make!What You’ll Need:Before we dive into the fun, let’s gather our supplies for this decoupage pumpkin craft. You’ll need:Cardboard pumpkin and skull shapes (available at your local craft store)Mod PodgePaintbrush ...
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