Category: Family & Parenting
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Parenthood’s Hilarious Highs and Lows
While shopping for groceries yesterday evening, our cashier looked at us, then at our trio of closely-aged children and asked, “Is it difficult having three kids so close in age?” We exchanged knowing glances and embarked on a comedic journey through the wild world of life with tiny balls of…
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The Great Costume Dilemma
Ah, it’s that magical time of the year when the leaves start their fashion makeover, pumpkins become the latest neighborhood accessory, and those ghoulish inflatables stage a full-blown invasion of our yards. Fall, my friends! It’s like Mother Nature’s way of saying, “Let’s make the world look like a pumpkin…
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A Caffeinated Journey Through Time and Taste
Ah, coffee – that magical elixir that can turn my sluggish mornings into cinematic slow-motion sequences. The bittersweet nectar that rescues my zombie-like body after a sleepless night. After water; coffee is my jam. In fact, we love it so much that we’ve gone all out and set up a…
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Magic, Mystery, & Wiggles: Follow-Up to the Fizztastic Fail
Continuing our adventure in the wacky world of dancing worms, we decided to crank up the heat, and boy, did things get interesting! First, at a scorching 180 degrees, we witnessed a spectacle akin to a baking soda meltdown. But here’s the twist—our poor gummy worm buddies didn’t exactly bask…
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Navigating the Chaos with Three Tiny Travelers
Ah, infant car seats, those clunky contraptions that become your constant companions for what feels like a lifetime, or at least until your little ones outgrow them. They’re like the SUVs of the baby world, and explaining their necessity to a days-old infant is like trying to teach algebra to…
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Engagement Escapades: Roller Coasters to Campsite Surprises
Once upon a time, in the early days of our romance, Britt and I embarked on a journey that would leave us with unforgettable memories—and a few unexpected surprises. Picture this: we had been dating for six months, and it was time for our grand adventure. We decided to split…
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Unique Parenting Perspectives
As a child, I often viewed my parents’ rules and parenting style as something pretty standard. It was like assuming that everyone’s household operated in the same way. There was a sense of uniformity and predictability in my young mind. However, fast forward to the present, where I find myself…
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Pillow Playoff: Escapades in the Mattress Store
Let’s rewind the tape to the beginning of this wild house-remodeling adventure. You know, the one where we’re on a mission to turn a house into a showpiece worthy of a magazine spread. So, picture this: we’re conquering one room at a time, and as we slay each section, we’re…
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Fizztastic Fail: Dancing Worms Gone Rogue
Alright, brace yourselves for some scientific shenanigans! Ever dabbled in the classic volcano gig? You know, where baking soda meets vinegar and FIZZLE – a teeny-tiny explosion that’s like fireworks for your inner nerd. But hold onto your lab coats, because I’m about to spill the beans on a mind-blowing…
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Cherished Moments: Calm & Chaos
What’s your favorite time of day? Britt’s POV: The golden moment of my day arrives right after the kids have polished off their breakfast but before the school rush kicks in. It’s a pocket of about 30-40 minutes where tranquility reigns and all the kids are in their happy and…
The Fantabulous Chronicles 