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What to Know About the Eclipse
Excitement is definitely building about the upcoming total solar eclipse, and that’s certainly true in my house as well! The path of totality crosses through North America, and most parts of North America outside the path of totality will still see a partial eclipse. It is so cool to see nature at work, and it…
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Fun Easter Basket Ideas That Avoid the Sugar Rush
Are you looking for some fun ideas for Easter baskets that don’t contribute to the sugar rush and aren’t those cheap plastic toys that will be broken or forgotten by tomorrow? I prefer to keep sweets in moderation and give gifts that will be truly enjoyed. That’s why I’ve put together a list of different…
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Baby’s First Bifocals – A Different Type of Milestone
Many of us who are parents love to celebrate our baby’s firsts. Their first tooth, first words, first steps, and other firsts are ways we celebrate their growth and progress through life. Then we celebrate more firsts as they grow. Their first day of school, first date, first car. Some of these firsts can be…
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Motherhood: Two Sides of the Same Coin
The best and most worthwhile things take hard work. I think that totally applies to motherhood. This is something I realized some time ago. I thought about it when I would be asked how I was enjoying motherhood. This is an easy question to ask, but a tougher one to answer. Of course I know…
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How to Give the Perfect Gift this Valentine’s Day
Love can be a lot of things, the love of family, lifelong friends, or that special someone. While I do think that Valentine’s Day is a good opportunity to show love in different ways and to show your most important people what they mean to you, this holiday is primarily about romantic partners, and that’s…
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Decorating My Home in the Bleak Midwinter
As I take down the Christmas decorations and pack them away for another year, everything starts to seem so empty compared to the festiveness of the last few months. I know I will be bringing back décor items that have been put away for the festive season, which will be nice, but somehow decorating for…
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Rediscovering who you are after the little years are over
It’s no secret. The earliest years of parenthood are a challenge. Caring for a little person who needs almost constant attention, while finding your feet in parenting along the way isn’t easy. It certainly helps that we were that strong and capable person we were when it all started. We rely on who we are…
Karie Writes About Life
Ideas, inspiration, and fun as you build a life that lights you up.
Karie Writes About Home
Here I explore topics related to the home and family. Home is our haven. My goal is to make mine a warm and comforting space for my family to come home to, as well as a welcoming space for everyone we invite into it. This includes how it looks, how it runs, as well as the joys and challenges of family life. This will be a place to share about everything that goes into that.