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  • Let’s find the best gifts for our mom friends

    Let’s find the best gifts for our mom friends

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    Finding the perfect gift for our busy mom friends can be a unique challenge. Don’t worry, we are going to discuss a few ways you can ponder this to come up with something that will bless the friends in your life. In my post “How to find a thoughtful gift for anyone” we talked about how to narrow down your search.…

  • Best stocking stuffer ideas for husbands

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    Need stocking stuffer ideas for your husband? They’re notoriously tricky to find Christmas gifts for, aren’t they? I know I’m not the only one who is frequently stumped when it comes to finding the right gifts for my husband! When the holiday season is in full swing, things can get pretty hectic. We have so many things to coordinate, and sometimes Christmas morning can…

  • The best clutter-free gift ideas for kids

    The best clutter-free gift ideas for kids

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    ​  It was a cold Christmas morning, and our oldest daughter was sitting amidst a pile of crumpled paper, shredded cardboard, and new colorful lot of toys. She was only 4 at the time and her wide eyes were filled with overwhelm. She looked around her at the sea of chaos and material things and…

  • The best homemade pumpkin spice mix recipe

    The best homemade pumpkin spice mix recipe

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    This recipe for homemade pumpkin spice is a slight variation on the classic pumpkin pie spice recipe. It’s warm, spicy, and oh so cozy. Make a big batch and keep it on hand for all your fall baking. ​Imagine, if you will, you’re enjoying a nice cup of coffee while you look out your living…

  • Tips to save money during the holidays

    Tips to save money during the holidays

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    We can all use more tips to save money during the holidays.   Let’s think through the categories of spending during the holidays and go through them individually. But first! Before we dive into our money-saving tips, we first need to talk about something… The people in your life that you want to bless this…

  • Tips to stay sane during the holidays this year

    Tips to stay sane during the holidays this year

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    If you’re looking for a few tips to stay sane during the holidays this year, then let’s discuss a few ideas here. We will talk about making a plan, having a budget, staying on track, and how to still find joy this holiday season.  Confession… I LOVE Christmas. I use Christmas dishes year round. I…

  • How to give a thoughtful gift to anyone

    How to give a thoughtful gift to anyone

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    This guide on how to give a thoughtful gift to anyone will give you the tools to find the perfect gift for anyone on your list! During the holiday season, or even birthdays, we will need to find meaningful gifts for people we adore. Even if gift giving isn’t one of your love languages, you…