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DIY & Recipes | Recipes

Easy Pumpkin Pecan Muffins

ByLeah Crocker Althiser April 27, 2025

An easy one-bowl pumpkin pecan muffin recipe that uses a whole can of pumpkin for moist and delicious muffins! I’m always on the lookout for ways to bring more pumpkin into my life.  These super moist pumpkin-packed muffins do the trick! They came about when I was craving something with pumpkin and I had a…

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DIY | DIY & Recipes

DIY Whitewash Brick Fireplace

ByLeah Crocker Althiser May 27, 2024

I updated our ugly fireplace with a whitewash brick fireplace look. Here’s how to do it yourself! During our remodel we removed the brick hearth from our fireplace. That left some very ugly brick exposed. I decided to whitewash the entire brick fireplace to cover the ugly brick and brighten the space. Since I was…

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DIY | DIY & Recipes

$50 DIY Pantry Shelves – No Cutting Required

ByLeah Crocker Althiser May 27, 2024

How to make and install cheap DIY pantry shelves for more storage in your kitchen! I transformed a broom closet into a functional pantry space with some easy shelves and cheap drawer liner! The total cost for the project was about $50. You’ll just need a power drill to make and install these cheap DIY…

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Family Travel | Puerto Rico

Top 10 Things To Do In Old San Juan Puerto Rico

ByLeah Crocker Althiser April 18, 2025

The top 10 things to do in Old San Juan Puerto Rico that you don’t want to miss! Old San Juan is the colorful historic section of Puerto Rico’s capital city.  There is a lot to see and do here, from exploring cobblestone streets to visiting historic sites and museums. In this post, I’ll share…

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DIY & Recipes | Recipes

Easy Flaxseed Cookies Recipe

ByLeah Crocker Althiser January 7, 2025

Whole wheat cookies with flaxseed that are super healthy and easy to make! Here’s a recipe for one of my household’s favorite snacks. While they aren’t much to look at, they are a wholesome treat that is kid and toddler friendly.  Here’s what I like about them: they contain 100% whole grains, each cookie has a half…

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San Cristobal Galapagos Ultimate Guide
Family Travel

San Cristobal Galapagos Ultimate Guide

ByLeah Crocker Althiser April 18, 2025

Everything you need to know about visiting San Cristobal Galapagos.  If you are considering a trip to the Galapagos, then you likely want to learn about the island of San Cristobal.  It is the easternmost island in the archipelago and is considered the gateway to the Galapagos. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting…

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Family Travel | Puerto Rico

20+ Fun Things To Do In Puerto Rico With Kids

ByLeah Crocker Althiser May 7, 2025

My list of the best things to do in Puerto Rico with kids to help you plan your trip! There are SO many fun things to do with kids in Puerto Rico it’s hard to know where to begin.  In fact, I’d argue that Puerto Rico is the most affordable and kid-friendly island in the…

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Tips & Tricks

Amazon Resale Deals Ultimate Guide

ByLeah Crocker Althiser March 15, 2025

Find secret Amazon deals on the app and site using my proven tips and tricks! Amazon Resale (which used to be known as Amazon Warehouse) is a little-known way to score huge discounts on Amazon.  However it isn’t easy to find the best bargains – you have to know a few secret tricks, which I’ll…

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Disney World

Best Dates To Go To Disney World 2026 + FREE Printable Calendar

ByLeah Crocker Althiser April 25, 2025

The ultimate guide to picking the best time to go to Disney World plus a free printable calendar! If you are planning a visit to Disney World you might be wondering what’s the best time to go for low crowds and great weather.  I have been to Disney World over 30 times in every season…

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Family Travel

Toronto Train To Niagara Falls Ultimate Guide

ByLeah Crocker Althiser January 1, 2024

Learn how to get to Niagara Falls by train from Toronto in this detailed post! If you are visiting Toronto you may be wondering how to take a day trip to Niagara Falls.  It used to be complicated to get to Niagara Falls via public transportation, but I’m happy to report that you can now…

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