Towns That Shine This Holiday Season
December is a month for lights, warmth, and wonder. One of my favorite ways to celebrate is by exploring towns that go all out for the holidays. Small historic towns...
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The Best Week of the Summer
There is a place in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula that has a special place in the hearts of my family. We rent cottages in a row along a little jut of...
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Freebie: July 2019 Calendar
Got lemons? Make lemonade! Sign up below for access to a printable calendar designed for the month of July.
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Summer days in Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota
There is a lake that lies not far from Minneapolis that is well-loved by Minnesotans and visitors alike. Lake Minnetonka, or “great water” from it’s Dakota Sioux name, is the...
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Simple Backyard Dinner Party
Entertaining can seem like such a big deal or daunting task. When you keep things on hand, you can decide at the last minute to invite friends over for dinner....
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What is a Swizzle Stick?
Besides something fun to say, a swizzle stick is a small stick used to stir mixed drinks! Originally swizzle sticks were created in the 18th century at a rum plantation...
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Summer is for Gathering
Growing up, summer was my least favorite season. It’s hard to believe, but when you live in the suburbs with no beach or pool nearby, only your banana seat bike...
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Freebie: Summer Party Invite Printable
Get a party started! Download our printable, clip, and invite your friends to a fun party.
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Freebie: June 2019 Calendar
Grab a cone and enjoy some ice cream! Sign up below for access to a printable calendar designed for the month of June.
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Freebie: May 2019 Calendar
Tour a lighthouse! Sign up below for access to a printable calendar designed for the month of May.
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The 100 Mile Yard Sale & Galesburg, Illinois
I’ll admit that I have dumpster-dived a time or two. My sister and I are pickers and the more hole-in-the-wall the building, the better. We are more apt to find...
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Desk Organization Tools & Tips
Every morning I work from my laptop on the couch with my dog, but every afternoon I have gotten into the habit of working from my desk. I need a...
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How To Write a Personal Note for any Occasion
Letter writing really is a lost art in today’s culture of texts, emails and instant messaging. But there really are life occassions that warrant a thoughtful, handwritten note instead of...
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