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Online Workouts while Stuck at Home

April 26, 2025 Comments : 16

COVID-19 has caused schools and businesses to close in an effort to meet social distancing guidelines. One such business that has had to be closed is the gym leading many people who workout to find alternative methods. I for one, love getting to the gym for spin classes and am missing that outlet. While gettingRead More

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Fun Ways to Get Fit: Indoor Rock Climbing

March 10, 2025 Comments : 40

I hate working out. Really. Going to the gym takes the joy out of my life and I usually always find some excuse not to physically go. In an effort to lose weight and get healthier I decided to seek out a gym that not only had workout equipment but classes as well in anRead More

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Wiivv Insoles for the Win!!!

October 30, 2024 Comments : 25

I have big feet. There I said it. My feet are ginormous. It’s terrible to grow up as a woman with big feet. Say goodbye to cute, dainty shoes and say hello to the men’s section. Not many retailers carry women’s shoe size past a size 10 making it extremely hard to shop for shoesRead More

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5 Ways to Lose Weight for Free

May 31, 2025 Comments : 37

Lately I have been trying to pinch my pennies since I have come to the realization that I spend way to much money and seriously need a budget overhaul. Obviously deciding to start working on my fitness makes me want to spend money! You know on cute workout clothes and expensive gym memberships. I’ve decidedRead More

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Made the cutest little yarn ghosts and garland to Made the cutest little yarn ghosts and garland to hang in Avery’s room this year for Halloween. Not only were they super easy to make but inexpensive as well! 
She’s at the age where she is getting really excited for Halloween this year and will not stop roaring at me in preparation for her dinosaur costume. 
Anyone else’s kids already talking about their Halloween plans?! 
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#halloweendecorations #diyhalloween #diymama #falldecorations #halloweendiy #mombloggers #spookyseason #halloweeninspo #halloweenkids #decorforkids #ohheymama
I still can’t believe that a little over a year I still can’t believe that a little over a year ago I decided, in an effort to save money on our small wedding, to make my own wedding bouquet. 
Not only did I make my own, but I made a matching smaller version for Avery. 
I have zero experience in making bouquets or keeping plants alive in general but I was determined and was extremely happy with how it came out. 
So here’s some motivation that if your set on doing something; go for it! It may just turn out better then you could have ever imagined. 
Swipe for some cuteness of me and Avery with our flowers! 
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#budgetwedding #weddingsonabudget #mainewedding #newenglandwedding #diywedding #diyweddingideas #mainemom #mommyandme #mombloggersofig #flowersofinsta
Another positive, another miscarriage. It’s tak Another positive, another miscarriage.
It’s taken me a little bit to write this post because while I want to keep things fun and light here, the reality is my heart is hurting right now. I never thought that I would be in this situation where I would have to say goodbye to another pregnancy before I was ready. I know I am so lucky to have two healthy children to which I am thankful for but I can’t help but feel like my dream of another child is slowly fading. 
Less than 5% of women have consecutive miscarriages and I guess that I am just one of the few to experience this but miscarriage is not uncommon and many women experience this in silence. The truth is pregnancy loss is so incredibly lonely and devastating no matter when it happens and I wish women didn’t feel so isolated while going through it. So for all those experiencing or have experienced a pregnancy loss, I’m here for you and you are not alone. ❤️
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#miscarriageawareness #1in4 #fertilityjourney #pregnancyloss #pregnancylossawareness #myhonestmotherhood #tryingtoconceive #pregnancylosssupport #motherhood
We are ready for football season here! And so is @ We are ready for football season here! And so is @dunkin and they are calling on all New England Patriots fans.
Now through the end of football season, Dunkin’ rewards members can get a medium Hot or Iced coffee for only $2 when you order through your @dunkin app! So even if your favorite team loses, you are still winning! 
Make sure to grab the limited edition Forever New England Patriots Donut to snack on as well. 
Offer excludes Cold Brew, Nitro Cold Brew or Frozen Coffee. Dairy alternatives, espresso shots and flavors may be an additional charge. 
At participating locations only. 
#dunkinmaine #dunkinpartner
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First day of 5th grade for this guy. Struggling wi First day of 5th grade for this guy. Struggling with the feelings of wanting my kids to grow up but sad that they are doing just that and that it is happening so fast. 
One person that is excited for Hayden to go back to school; Avery! Swipe through to see their cute back to school photo. 
What grades are your kids going into? 
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#backtoschool2021 #newenglandliving #fifthgrade #momhood #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodinspired #lifewithkids #kidlife #kidstyles #kidsofinsta #mombloggersofig #momsofinsta
Last night Avery called out to me and cried. She w Last night Avery called out to me and cried. She wanted me to lay with her at bedtime. It was a long day, she was overtired and needed a little help falling asleep. So I laid with her. I crawled in next to her in her twin size bed and held her until she fell asleep even though there were a million things I needed to get done. But I don’t regret one single second of it.
This time truly does go by so fast that when my 3 year old daughter wants me to snuggle with her, I’m going to take the time to snuggle with her. If my 10 year old asked me to do the same, I would in a heartbeat. One of these days, these kids will grow up, leave to go live their own lives and I will never have these small moments back. So savoring every little bit that I can now while it’s given to me even if I there is a million other things that needs to get done. 
Swipe through to see the many faces of Avery! 
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#motherhoodmoments #mommyandme #momanddaughtertime #momstyle #thisismotherhood #mommymoment #motherhoodslens #ohheymamas #mymotherhood #motherhoodunfiltered #targetmom
Happy double digits to this kid right here. How he Happy double digits to this kid right here. How he is already 10 is beyond me. 
There are so many things I can say about him including how smart he is, funny, kind, adventurous, silly and patient among so many other traits that make him exactly who he is. 
These first 10 years have been a whirlwind and I’m excited to see what the next 10 bring. 
So Happy Birthday Hayden! Thankful to be your mom ❤️
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#10thbirthday #kidsbirthday #kidlife #kidlifestyle #oureverydaymoments #momsofinsta #momofaboy #momsitivity #momhood #happybirthday🎂 #birthdayboy #10yearsold #lifewithkids
It’s been a rough couple weeks. I’m feeling ex It’s been a rough couple weeks. I’m feeling extremely overwhelmed with work, things in my personal life and the heaviness of the world right now. I find myself struggling more and more with anxiety and increasingly feeling alone. It’s been hard and I know now more than ever, people are feeling the same way I am. 
So when my husband suggested heading out on the boat yesterday with the kids to enjoy one of the last few days of summer I immediately said yes. 
It was hot and exhausting but worth every minute having these small moments to make me feel just a little whole again. 
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#mentalhealthtips 
#momlifeunfiltered 
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#anxiousmama
#rawmotherhood #momsitivity #honestmommin #newenglandlife #mainemom #thesearethedays  #momdluencer #momblogging #myhonestmotherhood #momoftwo #lifebalance
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Made the cutest little yarn ghosts and garland to Made the cutest little yarn ghosts and garland to hang in Avery’s room this year for Halloween. Not only were they super easy to make but inexpensive as well! 
She’s at the age where she is getting really excited for Halloween this year and will not stop roaring at me in preparation for her dinosaur costume. 
Anyone else’s kids already talking about their Halloween plans?! 
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#halloweendecorations #diyhalloween #diymama #falldecorations #halloweendiy #mombloggers #spookyseason #halloweeninspo #halloweenkids #decorforkids #ohheymama
I still can’t believe that a little over a year I still can’t believe that a little over a year ago I decided, in an effort to save money on our small wedding, to make my own wedding bouquet. 
Not only did I make my own, but I made a matching smaller version for Avery. 
I have zero experience in making bouquets or keeping plants alive in general but I was determined and was extremely happy with how it came out. 
So here’s some motivation that if your set on doing something; go for it! It may just turn out better then you could have ever imagined. 
Swipe for some cuteness of me and Avery with our flowers! 
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#budgetwedding #weddingsonabudget #mainewedding #newenglandwedding #diywedding #diyweddingideas #mainemom #mommyandme #mombloggersofig #flowersofinsta
Another positive, another miscarriage. It’s tak Another positive, another miscarriage.
It’s taken me a little bit to write this post because while I want to keep things fun and light here, the reality is my heart is hurting right now. I never thought that I would be in this situation where I would have to say goodbye to another pregnancy before I was ready. I know I am so lucky to have two healthy children to which I am thankful for but I can’t help but feel like my dream of another child is slowly fading. 
Less than 5% of women have consecutive miscarriages and I guess that I am just one of the few to experience this but miscarriage is not uncommon and many women experience this in silence. The truth is pregnancy loss is so incredibly lonely and devastating no matter when it happens and I wish women didn’t feel so isolated while going through it. So for all those experiencing or have experienced a pregnancy loss, I’m here for you and you are not alone. ❤️
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#miscarriageawareness #1in4 #fertilityjourney #pregnancyloss #pregnancylossawareness #myhonestmotherhood #tryingtoconceive #pregnancylosssupport #motherhood
We are ready for football season here! And so is @ We are ready for football season here! And so is @dunkin and they are calling on all New England Patriots fans.
Now through the end of football season, Dunkin’ rewards members can get a medium Hot or Iced coffee for only $2 when you order through your @dunkin app! So even if your favorite team loses, you are still winning! 
Make sure to grab the limited edition Forever New England Patriots Donut to snack on as well. 
Offer excludes Cold Brew, Nitro Cold Brew or Frozen Coffee. Dairy alternatives, espresso shots and flavors may be an additional charge. 
At participating locations only. 
#dunkinmaine #dunkinpartner
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#newenglandlife #newenglandpatriots #newenglandfall #momlifestyle #lifewithtoddlers #mainemom #dailymotherhood #momlifekeepingitreal #mombloggersofig #instamoms #momstylelife #coffeemom
First day of 5th grade for this guy. Struggling wi First day of 5th grade for this guy. Struggling with the feelings of wanting my kids to grow up but sad that they are doing just that and that it is happening so fast. 
One person that is excited for Hayden to go back to school; Avery! Swipe through to see their cute back to school photo. 
What grades are your kids going into? 
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#backtoschool2021 #newenglandliving #fifthgrade #momhood #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodinspired #lifewithkids #kidlife #kidstyles #kidsofinsta #mombloggersofig #momsofinsta
Last night Avery called out to me and cried. She w Last night Avery called out to me and cried. She wanted me to lay with her at bedtime. It was a long day, she was overtired and needed a little help falling asleep. So I laid with her. I crawled in next to her in her twin size bed and held her until she fell asleep even though there were a million things I needed to get done. But I don’t regret one single second of it.
This time truly does go by so fast that when my 3 year old daughter wants me to snuggle with her, I’m going to take the time to snuggle with her. If my 10 year old asked me to do the same, I would in a heartbeat. One of these days, these kids will grow up, leave to go live their own lives and I will never have these small moments back. So savoring every little bit that I can now while it’s given to me even if I there is a million other things that needs to get done. 
Swipe through to see the many faces of Avery! 
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#motherhoodmoments #mommyandme #momanddaughtertime #momstyle #thisismotherhood #mommymoment #motherhoodslens #ohheymamas #mymotherhood #motherhoodunfiltered #targetmom
Happy double digits to this kid right here. How he Happy double digits to this kid right here. How he is already 10 is beyond me. 
There are so many things I can say about him including how smart he is, funny, kind, adventurous, silly and patient among so many other traits that make him exactly who he is. 
These first 10 years have been a whirlwind and I’m excited to see what the next 10 bring. 
So Happy Birthday Hayden! Thankful to be your mom ❤️
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#10thbirthday #kidsbirthday #kidlife #kidlifestyle #oureverydaymoments #momsofinsta #momofaboy #momsitivity #momhood #happybirthday🎂 #birthdayboy #10yearsold #lifewithkids
It’s been a rough couple weeks. I’m feeling ex It’s been a rough couple weeks. I’m feeling extremely overwhelmed with work, things in my personal life and the heaviness of the world right now. I find myself struggling more and more with anxiety and increasingly feeling alone. It’s been hard and I know now more than ever, people are feeling the same way I am. 
So when my husband suggested heading out on the boat yesterday with the kids to enjoy one of the last few days of summer I immediately said yes. 
It was hot and exhausting but worth every minute having these small moments to make me feel just a little whole again. 
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#mentalhealthtips 
#momlifeunfiltered 
#momlifestyle 
#momlife 
#anxiousmama
#rawmotherhood #momsitivity #honestmommin #newenglandlife #mainemom #thesearethedays  #momdluencer #momblogging #myhonestmotherhood #momoftwo #lifebalance
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