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The Ultimate Fall Bucket List

September 17, 2024 Comments : 18

I love fall! I’m sure I’m just like every other boot and cardigan sweater wearing, pumpkin spice everything mama out there but I don’t give a you know what. Fall is my favorite time of the year. Especially here in Maine. The air is cool and crisp, the leaves change to the most vibrant colors,Read More

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Easy DIY Task List for Kids

September 13, 2024 Comments : 14

I don’t know about you but I have been struggling with keeping things organized this summer and into the start of the new school year. With the new school year for my son upon us I thought it would be wise to create some kind of system that will help us manage our school daysRead More

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How to Explode your Blog Traffic

September 3, 2024 Comments : 22

When I started a blog I was completely clueless on how I was going to get people to read it. I spent hours creating posts that of thought were amazing only to eagerly check my stats later to find that nobody was reading it! What was I doing wrong? Come to find out there areRead More

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Healthy Snacking this Summer with Quinn Snacks

August 21, 2024 Comments : 20

We have been so busy this summer with trips to the water park, pool, beach and exploring areas in this beautiful state that we live in. (Can you tell that we love the water?!) Even though it feels like this summer has been so chaotic, I have at least managed to provide this family healthyRead More

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Our (Free) Day on the Farm

August 1, 2024 Comments : 14

> Summer has been flying by over here in our little corner of the world. This summer has been bittersweet with going back to work when Avery was 3 months and Hayden just getting out of school for the summer. It has also been a frugal summer because not working for 3 months pretty muchRead More

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Anyone else ever feel personally victimized by the Anyone else ever feel personally victimized by their three year old? 
One minute she’s happy, the next minute she’s upset about something and then she’s irrationally angry. It’s hard to keep up. I fully understand it’s her age and she’s learning to process her emotions but this stage is f*cking hard and some days I fail at keeping my cool. Throw in a change of routine due to the summer and I’m ready to throw in the towel. 
How did you handle these moods? Any tips or tricks to help this overwhelmed mama out?! 
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#momsoninstagram 
#motherhoodunfiltered 
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One of our favorite things to do in the summer is One of our favorite things to do in the summer is to be by the water! #AD Beach days with kids can be a bit of a challenge but one thing I know I can depend on is protecting them from the harmful rays of the sun. 
@bluelizardsunscreen offers mineral sunscreen sprays that make my life as a mom that much easier. With products for both adults and children, adding them to your beach bag or any adventure bag for that matter is super simple and easy. Made without many of the harmful ingredients found in chemical sunscreens, the active ingredient Zinc Oxide stays on the surface of the skin while deflecting UV rays, which makes it great for sensitive skin!. Bonus: it’s so easy to apply to myself and my children who are constantly on the go and this mama has to chase them down to apply sun protection all the time. #bluelizardmomma #latheronthelizard 
How are you enjoying this summer with your kids?
We need to stop glamorizing perfect and start embr We need to stop glamorizing perfect and start embracing the mess. 
You, your home and your children don’t have to be put together all the time just because you see it that way for many others on social media. 
So next time you’re scrolling through Instagram; just remember it’s not reality and that messy and imperfect can be absolutely beautiful! 
Double tap if you agree! 
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#modernmama 
#mymotherhood 
#embracethechaos 
#parenthoodmoments
#ad How do you get through those unpredictable day #ad How do you get through those unpredictable days during the school year? I’ll tell you one thing I struggle with; making snacks and meals to satisfy my busy kids. 
So I head to @target (obviously) to pick up Hillshire® Snacking Small Plates and grab Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips while I’m there. 
Hayden’s favorite? The snacking small plates that he can simply grab after school as a way to refuel. It’s simple, easy, and tasty! 
How are you getting through your crazy back to school days?!
Tell me you haven’t really worn a bathing suit t Tell me you haven’t really worn a bathing suit this year without telling me you haven’t really worn a bathing suit. 
If my tan shoulders and pale everything else doesn’t give it away, I’m not sure what else will. 
Spent the week relaxing (as much as one can with kids) and soaking up the sun. Heading back to reality tomorrow. 
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#maineliving 
#vacationland 
#mainething 
#mainemom 
#vacationgoals
Did you know the easiest way to let someone know y Did you know the easiest way to let someone know you’re thinking of them is through a card? 
When you purchase @amgreetings you are also helping a child celebrate a birthday because for every American Greetings card purchased this summer, a card will be donated to @thebirthdaypartyproject. The Birthday Party Project helps give kids that are experiencing homelessness a birthday celebration because no matter what, a child should always be able to celebrate a birthday! 
So head to Target and get some cards to celebrate a loved one in your love. For a limited time - now through 7/26 receive 5% off greetings cards with the Target Circle offer! 
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#sponsored 
#americangreetingsattarget 
#stayconnected 
#americangreetings
Let’s talk vacationing with kids for a moment. Let’s talk vacationing with kids for a moment. 
Sure, it’s fun in theory but there is so much work that goes on behind the scenes as a mom and you only see the pretty photos and videos I share.
But I’m here to tell you vacationing with kids is stressful and not at all as relaxing as you may think and if you think ours is going smoothly based on what you see, don’t. I’ve cried, been stressed out and threatened to pack all of it up and head home more times then I can count. 
Don’t get me wrong, we’ve been having fun and the kids are loving every second of it. But as a mom, it can be stressful and if you are feeling that way too when vacationing with your kids, I’m here to tell you it’s okay.
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#vacationland 
#vacationwithkids 
#summerstyles 
#momslivinghappy
How are you enjoying your summer so far? Staying b How are you enjoying your summer so far?
Staying busy and enjoying the long, sunny days here and so thankful to have @dunkin on hand to keep up with this little one.
Not only do they offer coffee and delicious treats but did you know they have blueberry coffee and the new blueberry cobbler donut which is exclusive to Maine only!? My personal favorite is the blueberry Cold Brew to help keep me running (and cool) these busy summer months. Top it with oat milk, cream or however you take it to sip your summer right this year!
Have you tried the @dunkin blueberry Cold Brew yet?
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#dunkinmaine
#dunkinpartner 
#newenglandliving 
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#newenglandlife
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Anyone else ever feel personally victimized by the Anyone else ever feel personally victimized by their three year old? 
One minute she’s happy, the next minute she’s upset about something and then she’s irrationally angry. It’s hard to keep up. I fully understand it’s her age and she’s learning to process her emotions but this stage is f*cking hard and some days I fail at keeping my cool. Throw in a change of routine due to the summer and I’m ready to throw in the towel. 
How did you handle these moods? Any tips or tricks to help this overwhelmed mama out?! 
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#momsoninstagram 
#motherhoodunfiltered 
#messymother 
#momstyle 
#raisingtinyhumans
One of our favorite things to do in the summer is One of our favorite things to do in the summer is to be by the water! #AD Beach days with kids can be a bit of a challenge but one thing I know I can depend on is protecting them from the harmful rays of the sun. 
@bluelizardsunscreen offers mineral sunscreen sprays that make my life as a mom that much easier. With products for both adults and children, adding them to your beach bag or any adventure bag for that matter is super simple and easy. Made without many of the harmful ingredients found in chemical sunscreens, the active ingredient Zinc Oxide stays on the surface of the skin while deflecting UV rays, which makes it great for sensitive skin!. Bonus: it’s so easy to apply to myself and my children who are constantly on the go and this mama has to chase them down to apply sun protection all the time. #bluelizardmomma #latheronthelizard 
How are you enjoying this summer with your kids?
We need to stop glamorizing perfect and start embr We need to stop glamorizing perfect and start embracing the mess. 
You, your home and your children don’t have to be put together all the time just because you see it that way for many others on social media. 
So next time you’re scrolling through Instagram; just remember it’s not reality and that messy and imperfect can be absolutely beautiful! 
Double tap if you agree! 
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#modernmama 
#mymotherhood 
#embracethechaos 
#parenthoodmoments
#ad How do you get through those unpredictable day #ad How do you get through those unpredictable days during the school year? I’ll tell you one thing I struggle with; making snacks and meals to satisfy my busy kids. 
So I head to @target (obviously) to pick up Hillshire® Snacking Small Plates and grab Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips while I’m there. 
Hayden’s favorite? The snacking small plates that he can simply grab after school as a way to refuel. It’s simple, easy, and tasty! 
How are you getting through your crazy back to school days?!
Tell me you haven’t really worn a bathing suit t Tell me you haven’t really worn a bathing suit this year without telling me you haven’t really worn a bathing suit. 
If my tan shoulders and pale everything else doesn’t give it away, I’m not sure what else will. 
Spent the week relaxing (as much as one can with kids) and soaking up the sun. Heading back to reality tomorrow. 
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#maineliving 
#vacationland 
#mainething 
#mainemom 
#vacationgoals
Did you know the easiest way to let someone know y Did you know the easiest way to let someone know you’re thinking of them is through a card? 
When you purchase @amgreetings you are also helping a child celebrate a birthday because for every American Greetings card purchased this summer, a card will be donated to @thebirthdaypartyproject. The Birthday Party Project helps give kids that are experiencing homelessness a birthday celebration because no matter what, a child should always be able to celebrate a birthday! 
So head to Target and get some cards to celebrate a loved one in your love. For a limited time - now through 7/26 receive 5% off greetings cards with the Target Circle offer! 
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#sponsored 
#americangreetingsattarget 
#stayconnected 
#americangreetings
Let’s talk vacationing with kids for a moment. Let’s talk vacationing with kids for a moment. 
Sure, it’s fun in theory but there is so much work that goes on behind the scenes as a mom and you only see the pretty photos and videos I share.
But I’m here to tell you vacationing with kids is stressful and not at all as relaxing as you may think and if you think ours is going smoothly based on what you see, don’t. I’ve cried, been stressed out and threatened to pack all of it up and head home more times then I can count. 
Don’t get me wrong, we’ve been having fun and the kids are loving every second of it. But as a mom, it can be stressful and if you are feeling that way too when vacationing with your kids, I’m here to tell you it’s okay.
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#vacationland 
#vacationwithkids 
#summerstyles 
#momslivinghappy
How are you enjoying your summer so far? Staying b How are you enjoying your summer so far?
Staying busy and enjoying the long, sunny days here and so thankful to have @dunkin on hand to keep up with this little one.
Not only do they offer coffee and delicious treats but did you know they have blueberry coffee and the new blueberry cobbler donut which is exclusive to Maine only!? My personal favorite is the blueberry Cold Brew to help keep me running (and cool) these busy summer months. Top it with oat milk, cream or however you take it to sip your summer right this year!
Have you tried the @dunkin blueberry Cold Brew yet?
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#dunkinmaine
#dunkinpartner 
#newenglandliving 
 #mainemom
#newenglandlife
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