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Daily Prompt: Thankful
Sometimes good things come to those who wait. The last six month have been tough. I made a tough decision about a year ago to leave the job I had for almost nine years to pursue a new career opportunity. As fate would have it, I was laid off six months later. It was an…
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Visiting the Milwaukee Public Museum
I grew up in Milwaukee and have always loved going to the Milwaukee Public Museum. With plans on a new museum and location lurking in the future, I’ve been trying to take my son to experience the museum before it is relocated. Our Favorite Things to Do at the MPM What is Kohl’s Thank you…
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Daily Prompt: My Favorite Olympic Sports
My favorite Olympic sports to watch historically have been track and field, marathon, swimming, and gymnastics. In recent Olympic years I have discovered different sports that have caught my fascination. These are worth a watch: What are your favorite Olympic sports? Comment your recommendations for Paris 2024, I’m always looking for something new to check…
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The Best Compliments Come During Tough Times
The best compliments I’ve ever received have been during times when I’ve really needed to hear them. One instance that stands out was when my son was just an infant. I’m sure I’m not alone in saying that new mothers often feel insecure navigating motherhood. No amount of preparation can prepare you for the challenges…
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Slowing Down Enough to Take a Break
I recently saw a reel on social media that hit home for me. It was a mom saying that a day “off” without work or a kid isn’t a break. Going to the grocery store without your kid is not a break. Folding laundry in silence is not a break. The list goes on. I…
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Travel-Themed Scavenger Hunts for Kids
Want a screen-free activity to keep your little one occupied? Look no further. Explore these scavenger hunts made for young kids in mind.
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Daily Prompt: Something To Make People Smile
If you had a freeway billboard, what would it say? If I had a freeway billboard, it would either say a positive affirmation or a joke. I think everyone need to see something that makes themselves smile everyday. Positive Affirmations I can do hard things I am loved and worthy I am more than my…
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Daily Prompt: The Greatest Gift is Love and Support
What is the greatest gift someone could give you? This writing prompt had me thinking this morning. More so than any physical gift, two things came to mind. The first one being the gift of an activity or quality time spent together. Some of the best gifts my husband has given me has been concert…
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New Year Reset: My Biggest Challenges
For me, 2023 was a year of change, some good and some bad. Reflecting on the past year, here are two of the biggest challenges I hope to conquer in the coming year. Accepting Help From Others I have a wonderful support system. The biggest barrier I face regarding this? Myself. I don’t like to…
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My Top 5 Grocery Store Items
List your top 5 grocery store items. There are certain food items I always like to have handy in the fridge or pantry. While I love to cook and try new recipes every week, here are my top 5 grocery staples that I always have: Eggs Eggs are my go-to breakfast food. I like to…