Toddler Trails: Great Wolf Lodge
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Toddler Trails: Great Wolf Lodge

We took our two toddlers to Great Wolf Lodge Washington and had a blast! Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and tips to make your family trip easier.

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Book Review: Bad Luck Charm
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Book Review: Bad Luck Charm

From chaos to charm: Why Bad Luck Charm cast its spell on me and exposed two of my red flags. Add this to your cozy fall TBR! Will the mystery stump you as much as it did me?

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Why Adults Are Getting Back Into Pokémon
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Why Adults Are Getting Back Into Pokémon

Thought Pokémon cards were just a childhood phase? Same—until my wife and I fell back into the craze. From nostalgia to the thrill of the pull, here’s why millennials are collecting again (and how you can start too).

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Toddler Tested, Mom Approved
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Toddler Tested, Mom Approved

Low-effort indoor toddler activities for hot summer days. Mess-free, fun, and mom-approved—with Amazon links to everything you need!

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Book Review: The Summer I Turned Pretty
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Book Review: The Summer I Turned Pretty

The Summer I Turned Pretty gave me all the beach vibes, all the teen drama, and left me with some very mixed feelings. Not Team Conrad. Not Team Jeremiah. Here’s my honest take — no spoilers!

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Why LEGO Building Is the Perfect Adult Hobby
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Why LEGO Building Is the Perfect Adult Hobby

Being an adult is hard. LEGO makes it slightly less so. I fell down the rabbit hole of adult LEGO sets—now my inner child is thriving, my wallet is weeping, and my shelves are full of tiny plastic plants.

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Book Review: The Last Letter
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Book Review: The Last Letter

Nothing could have prepared me for the emotional devastation The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros unleashed on my heart, but maybe this review can help you.

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Toddler Trails: Leavenworth
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Toddler Trails: Leavenworth

Holiday magic and toddler meltdowns go hand in hand! Here's how we survived (and actually had fun) in Leavenworth, WA with two toddlers in tow.

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