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The 2-Minute Guide to Finding the Best Car For Your Lifestyle

Written on August 26, 2022. Posted in Blogs.

Thinking about buying a new car but don’t know which one to choose? The variety of available cars is so overwhelming that picking the right one can seem like a herculean task. How do you know if a sedan or an SUV fits your lifestyle better? What about hybrid cars or luxury cars – which of these segments is right for you? So, how do you determine what car is right for you? Before you decide what kind of car you would like, you should keep in mind that edmunds have a car to suit...

Don’t Forget These On Your Next Staycation

Written on July 22, 2022. Posted in Blogs, Travel.

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx. #ExploreTheOutdoorsBBxxIf you ever hop on over to my YouTube or Instagram stories, then you know just how much we love a good staycation. We try to find somewhere close to home to spend the night every month or so. Becasue we love travel just that much & it because it breaks up the mundane of daily work from home life. We have learned a thing or two about what you need to bring along with you, besides all the obvious stuff. I wanted to throw...

Teaching Our Kids “WHY”

Written on June 30, 2022. Posted in Blogs, Homeschool, Motherhood.

The reality of every sweet tiny baby is that they eventually grow up, and as my husband and I are realizing our kids are growing up way too fast! Something we’ve been talking about a lot is the idea of teaching our kids WHY – when it comes to just about anything. ⁣

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“But What About Socialization!?!”

Written on June 30, 2022. Posted in Blogs, Homeschool.

I’m about to say something controversial…⁣⁣My kids being with their friends is not a top priority for us. ⁣⁣Critics are gonna take this the wrong way, but hear me out… ⁣⁣One of the biggest criticisms of homeschooling is that kids need to be with their friends, and socialize. ⁣

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville in Anna Maria Sound

Written on June 28, 2022. Posted in Blogs, Florida, Tampa Bay, Travel.

The greater Tampa Bay area is so magical – there are endless places to come and visit, to enjoy a staycation, and explore spots you’ve never been to before. Even though I am from Sarasota & now live in St Petersburg, I have not personally spent a lot of time on Anna Maria Island (which is right near Bradenton Beach) but I am so glad that we did take the trip down there! I have always heard how beautiful, luxurious, and relaxed it is on Anna Maria Island, but I was truly...

Everything You Should Know About Camping In Cades Cove, Smoky Mountains TN

Written on June 21, 2022. Posted in Blogs, Tennessee, Travel.

We are a huge fan of camping as a family! With 4 young kids, and even with a baby, we still have found that it is an exhilarating, affordable, and really fun way to enjoy a new area (or a favorite area!) Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the Smoky Mountains has always been at the top of our list for some of our favorite places to travel to, yet this is the first time we have tent camped here. I promise you, it will not be the last! In fact, we already booked another trip for the end of the...

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Unlimited Passes at The Island in Pigeon Forge, TN

Written on May 17, 2022. Posted in Blogs, Tennessee, Travel.

Some of our favorite memories of our kids growing up & trying new things has been at The Island in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Not only is it an amazing and fun place to be – for all ages – but there are experiences that my kids have gone from only watching, to then participating, to then mastering on their own. It is so fun to be able to see them grow up and come back to a place every year that they remember and build upon those memories. We ended our Smoky Mountain trip...