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My Kids Are Those Kids…Lessons From The Hood

Birthdays around here happen quite often, what, with six kids and all. Half the year is taken up with buying for birthdays, planning for birthdays, cooking for birthdays, cleaning up for birthdays, cleaning up after birthdays, and crashing after birthdays! My kids start making their 'what I want for my birthday' list the day after…

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Fired-Up Fettuccine Carbonara Bake Made With Ragú

The following post is sponsored byRagPut a fun new spin on a classic recipe and make a New Tra-Dish! This one comes from Chelsea over at Crafty Chelsea, who put a twist onRag’sFettuccine Carbonara.One of my favorite things to eat, hands down, is pasta. I cook it at home all the time and even when we go out to eat I almost always order pasta. I just think it …

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What’s Your Coffee Ritual?

The following post is sponsored byStarbucksThis post comes from Reesa, founder of the parenting and family blog Momma Lew:It seems like memories are always made over a cup of coffee. And it seems coffee always is apart of some sort of ritual.My children and I have had a Tuesday morning ritual since my son was about 18 months old – So for over four years now. We love going to Pottery Barn …

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New Tra-Dish: Easy Ragú Chili Mac Casserole

The following post is sponsored byRagPut a fun new spin on a classic recipe and make a New Tra-Dish! This one comes from Ashley over atMommy Week, who put a twist onRag’sChili Mac.The result: a super simple Chili Mac Casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights!Check out her post below:Sometimes I cook complex meals, that can take a lot of time to prep. But as a …

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Cran-Raspberry Champagne Cocktail (And A Good Laugh)

While Ive been spending as much time as I can this week disconnecting and cherishing the end of year down time, I want you to know that Ive truly enjoyed this year together and I dont take it lightly the time you spend here with me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!My wish for you is so much love, joy, and abundance in the year to come. May you …