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Kindergarten Readers: Leveled beginning books for kids

PUBLISHED: June 10, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Kindergarten Readers are books that kids use to step into the world of reading.  They are leveled books that are very different from anything else Continue Reading

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All-Inclusive Disneyland Vacation Packages

PUBLISHED: June 6, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

An All-Inclusive Disneyland Package sounds amazing.  To not have to worry about tickets, travel, food, or hotel -- have it all booked for Continue Reading

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Matching Disney Shirts for couples, families or friends!

PUBLISHED: June 4, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Having some matching shirts makes Disneyland even more fun.  They're great for families, couples or even a friend trip, which is what I used mine Continue Reading

Budgeting for a family of 5 can be confusing at best. Budgeting is an art that needs to take into effect your organization skills as well as your income. Come see our ACTUAL NUMBERS of our family budget.

Budgeting For a Family Of 5

PUBLISHED: June 3, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Let's talk about the average monthly expenses for a family of five. This sample budget for family fun will share the average spending for clothing, Continue Reading

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Tips for Carnival Cruising with Kids

PUBLISHED: May 31, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Cruising and Kids is WAY more fun than I thought it would be.  But, what are the tips to make cruising as fun as you'd like it to be for your Continue Reading

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DIY Peter Pan and Wendy Costumes

PUBLISHED: May 28, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

This post is going to review how to make Peter Pan and Wendy costumes from the movie Peter Pan. These DIY make at home cotumes use things you'l find Continue Reading

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Positive Self-Talk in Kids

PUBLISHED: May 27, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

That voice in your head tells you most of what you think about yourself.  How can we change the dialogue in their brains to change their Continue Reading

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Desk Cycle for Weight Loss Review: Plus a Flexispot Coupon Code

PUBLISHED: May 24, 2019 | By Hilary Erickson

Let's talk about using a desk cycle for weight loss.  Do those pedal exercisers have true benefits, do they burn calories?  What's the best Continue Reading

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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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