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Nature’s Remedy: Jewelweed, the Poison Ivy Cure

I discovered jewelweed entirely by accident, or more like a Google search. I looked up some cures for poison ivy because The Husband kept getting it. Over and over again. That’s because the Husband does most of the yard work. He’s miserable until his rash goes away, but the poison ivy rash tends to linger. If you’ve ever had a run-in with poison ivy, you know how miserable the experience can be. (Same with the poison ivy plant … it’s so hard to kill!) I then bought some jewelweed seedlings on Etsy, and say to myself, Self, what the heck. … Read more

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12 Relaxing Activities For Couples At Home

At the end of the week, there is nothing better than having a date with The Husband. I def need that time to stay connected. So I compiled this list of relaxing activities for couples can do at home to chill with each other. When we got married, my mother gave me some good advice. She told me that each week, go on a date with your husband. Don’t talk about the children, the bills, the pets. Just go out and spend time with the person you love. And that’s exactly what we’ve done every Friday. But lately, we’ve had … Read more

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30+ Creative Homemade Father’s Day Gift Ideas to DIY

This year, I decided to compile a big old list of homemade Father’s Day gift ideas. My criteria: the gift cannot suck. I’m in a panic because Father’s Day is just around the corner. Like every year, I have no idea what to give The Husband for Dad’s Day. What’s worse, his birthday is just a couple of weeks beforehand … so I can’t reuse gift ideas. I totally need a list to make a list! If you are in need of more handmade gift ideas, check out my DIY Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him and Non-Sucky Valentine’s Day Gifts … Read more

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15 Creative and Cool Mother’s Day Craft Ideas That Will Wow Your Mom

Go beyond the simple tulips or daffodils and give one of these cool Mother’s Day craft ideas. There’s something truly special about receiving a handmade gift, especially when it comes from your children or loved ones. Homemade Mother’s Day crafts have a personal touch that store-bought presents simply can’t replicate. The time, effort, and thought that goes into creating a homemade gift make it all the more meaningful. Why I Love This List of Mother’s Day Craft Ideas I love homemade gifts. In the moment, jewelry or flowers might be exactly what I want. But I always keep (and remember) … Read more

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Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him

I looked up this list of non-cheesy Valentine’s Day gifts for him because … well, I hate Valentine’s Day. But I also love it. I love it because my husband tells me how much he loves me, and he gives me nice things. I hate it because I have nothing to give him — the best part of gifts is the giving, amirite? That’s why I composed this list of 20 gift ideas for him that don’t suck, all under about $20 $40 (sorry, inflation is a real jerk) on Amazon. If you’d rather make your own, we have a roundup of … Read more

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How to Make a Bleach Spray Shirt with a Shamrock Twist for St. Patrick’s Day

Here’s a tutorial on how to make a bleach design shirt … with a cute shamrock design just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. I think it’s a good idea to have a St. Patrick’s Day shirt around for these kind of occasions … my daughters sometimes have “Spirit Week” at school, so this shirt is quite handy. How To Make A Bleach Design Shirt For St. Patrick’s Day My husband and I do not go out to the bars (almost at all), but we like to round up our friends and celebrate this lighthearted, happy holiday. I’m always on the look-out … Read more

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