Category: Family
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Skiing with Three Kids – How I Turned into an Octopus!
This past week, Dadjogger and I embarked on a daring adventure: taking our three boys—none of whom had ever been on skis—skiing! We knew it would be a challenge, but nothing could have prepared us for the sheer chaos of that first hour on the mountain. We headed to Camelback, PA, planning a fun-filled trip:… Read more
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Garmin watches for the win
This year for Christmas, Santa brought my two older boys children’s Garmin watches. This may sound crazy for a 6 and 8 year old to have a Garmin watch but the price is reasonable and the benefits outweigh the flaws. First off, this teaches responsibility of taking care of a watch, being vigilant about putting… Read more
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Entertaining your kids indoors all winter long!
The winter blues are in full effect right now as I write this looking at my pool covered by snow. However, there is beauty to the seasons change for a slower paced day that leads to family bonding and fun! Here are some ways that I entertain my three, rambunctious boys on a cold snowy… Read more
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Teaching Journey
Growing up I ALWAYS wanted to be a teacher. I would play teacher with my sisters and friends and just knew that this was the career that I was meant to do. It also helped that my Mom talked up teaching like it was the golden career because you can have summers off with your… Read more
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Professional spectating with three kids
My husband, Dadjogger took part in a backyard ultra marathon this past Saturday. This was his second time competing in this kind of a race and it is not an easy feat. The format of the race is every hour on the hour you need to complete 4.167 miles. If you are not back in… Read more
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7 Tips for Improving Your Mood During the Holiday Season
The holiday season can be incredibly stressful. Between work, school assignments, buying gifts, class parties, holiday concerts, sports, clubs, exercising, shopping, wrapping presents, and trying to juggle it all, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. And that’s not even counting the daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and organizing the house. It can feel like a lot… Read more
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Pregnancy and Workouts
Many women feel anxious about working out during pregnancy. After waiting so long for this precious time, it’s natural to want to be extra careful with your growing baby. But movement is incredibly beneficial for both your physical and mental health during pregnancy. Here’s a helpful link that answers many questions you might have: Exercise… Read more
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Disney with a 4, 6, and 8-Year-Old: Tips from Our 8-Day Adventure!
We spent 8 magical days at Disney World with our three kids, ages 4, 6, and 8, and it was a whirlwind of fun, excitement, and a few lessons learned along the way! My mom joined us, which was a huge help—having an extra pair of hands made all the difference. Here are some tips… Read more
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Ten Things I’ve Learned in My 19-Year Relationship
Will and I started dating on October 15, 2005, and this year marks 19 wonderful years together! As we prepare to enter our 20th year, I want to share ten lessons I’ve learned along the way. 1. The Power of Sharing It’s important to find hobbies and activities you both enjoy. Will has always been… Read more
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10 Things I Would Tell Myself as a First-Time Mom
Though I’ve only been a mom for eight years, I find myself in a new phase of parenting where my youngest is now four. They’re growing up and don’t rely on me for everything like they used to. Becoming a mom at 27 felt overwhelming—I still felt like a kid myself! If I had started… Read more
