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The story of my Pregnancy

PUBLISHED: May 22, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Today I want to share the story of my own pregnancy.  I'm Hilary -- I've been a labor nurse since 2001. In 2008 I was experiencing Continue Reading

Make a Darth Vader Costume

PUBLISHED: May 21, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

DIY Darth Vader Costume & Cape: Let's show you how to make a Darth Vader Cape & Costume. Add some simple accessories to make it a great Continue Reading

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Job Loss Retro

PUBLISHED: May 18, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Today I wanted to share our job loss story. In 2011, my husband was laid off in California.  We then moved to Arizona (buying our house on the Continue Reading

buying chicken in bulk online with Zaycon seems insane -- but in the end it saved me a ton (time, money, and sanity)

Buying Chicken in Bulk: How to Process it | A Savory Butcher Review & Coupon Code

PUBLISHED: May 15, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Buying chicken in bulk can save you a ton of money.  This online bulk boneless skinless breast buy was intimidating but SO great once it was all Continue Reading

Why I hated mother's day

Why I Hate Mother’s Day {and love it}

PUBLISHED: May 8, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

This is story that some of you might relate to.  Initially, I was going to share all the glorious gifts that your family could give you this Continue Reading

Decluttering the bathroom can feel so hard because all of the things in there are necessary for hygiene. Here are some great ideas for organizing your bathroom counters, drawers and more.  No matter if you your bathroom is small or large -- this post will help you out!

How to Organize Your Bathroom

PUBLISHED: May 8, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Decluttering the bathroom can feel so hard because all of the things in there are necessary for hygiene. Here are some great ideas for organizing your Continue Reading

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Christmas on a budget: Christmas ideas for families on a budget

PUBLISHED: May 5, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Christmas on a budget does not need to be a sad affair... Sometimes a Christmas budget even makes things MORE enjoyable.  Let's talk frugal, fun Continue Reading

5 Recipe Turn-Off’s

PUBLISHED: May 3, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

I am a huge fan of trying new recipes.  I love having new flavors in my mouth.  I love trying sweet/salty combos and all the different ways Continue Reading

A nurse's day is long. Often extremely rewarding, but ALWAYS exhausting.  Today, I want to give you a peek into my day, but also where my brain is as we extend through a twelve-hour shift, with my new bff -- my patient(s).

A Peek Inside the Nurse’s Brain

PUBLISHED: April 29, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

A nurse's day is long. Often extremely rewarding, but ALWAYS exhausting.  Today, I want to give you a peek into my day, but also where my brain Continue Reading

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Packing List for a Carnival Cruise

PUBLISHED: April 23, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Deciding what to bring on a Carnival Cruise can be hard.  You certainly don't want to miss something you really need, but you also don't want to Continue Reading

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