winter-proof gardens

Weeding Out the Weather: A Guide to Winter-Proof Gardens

By Jacqueline Saguin | January 22, 2024 | Happy Home
While a Florida winter feels like a summer vacation in comparison to neighboring states, you don’t want a wilting winter wonderland. Plants freeze in some parts of North Central Florida if temperatures drop enough. Proper care makes all the difference for winter-proof gardens to survive and thrive during a cold snap. Prep your plants Although

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Money Saving Apps

Money Saving Apps at Your Fingertips

By Selena Garrison | January 17, 2024 | Life
We use our smartphones all the time. Like it or not, from connecting to scheduling to entertaining to capturing all the important moments, they seem to be here to stay. And since they are always at our fingertips, we might as well use them to save on everyday purchases! There are lots of free money

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Gross Things

Ewww! Gross Things Kids Do

By Lindsey Johnson | January 1, 2024 | Conception 2 College , Early Years
Kids sometimes do gross things that shock and appall adults. These cringe-worthy habits are part of the developmental process, but just how bad are they? PICKING NOSES Children often stick their fingers up their noses to extract those pesky boogers. Picking your nose can lead to nosebleeds, not to mention all the germs they introduce

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nontoxic playdough

Make Homemade Nontoxic Playdough For Endless Fun!

By Amanda Roland | December 31, 2023 | Conception 2 College , DIY , Toddler
Playdough has been the favorite squishy substance of many toddlers all over the world for years! The Play- Doh® that we all know and love was accidentally invented by Joseph and Noah McVicker in 1955 while the two were trying to make wallpaper cleaner. Play-Doh® was marketed a year later by a toy manufacturer, and

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Holiday Budgeting

7 Tips for Holiday Budgeting

By Jacqueline Saguin | December 11, 2023 | Happy Home
To Scrooge or not to Scrooge? That is the question. The holidays are a season of giving, which also means it’s the season of spending. Buying the perfect gift for everyone can force you to spend more than you can afford, stripping the joy from giving. Santa may do it, but you don’t have to.

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Holiday Hacks

4 Holiday Hacks For Busy Parents

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | December 4, 2023 | Happy Home , Holidays
Time is money, money is time! So, save some time and money this holiday season by cutting corners and diving in to some of our favorite holiday hacks and fun this year! Your family and wallet will thank you for it! Hack #1 Reuse, Recycle, Re-Giftwrapping We all have a mom, aunt or grandmother that

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Buying vs. Renting

How Do You Decide Between Buying vs. Renting?

By Selena Garrison | December 4, 2023 | Life
In today’s world, we have the option to rent just about anything. From homes to cars to clothes and accessories, we have endless options. But when is it best to buy? And is renting ever the better option? Let's discover the pros and cons of buying vs. renting. Your home Buying a home might seem

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DIY Sock Snowmen

Make DIY Sock Snowmen With The Whole Family

By Grace Downey | December 4, 2023 | Blog
Deck the halls with DIY Sock Snowmen! This easy craft is perfect for the whole family, and you might already have some of the supplies laying around at your house. Look below to find out how to make them! DIY Sock Snowman Supplies per snowman Kid size white sock Poly-fil stuffing 1 cup of rice

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christmas cookies

7 New Christmas Cookie Ideas for The Holidays!

By Amanda Roland | November 27, 2023 | Blog , DIY
‘Tis the season for baking Christmas cookies! For some, it's a holiday tradition with your kids, and for others, it's baking therapy to get yourself ready for the holiday madness. Regardless of the reason why you make Christmas cookies, maybe it’s time to revamp your cookies this year! Check out some of these new and

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