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How (and Why) To Give Your Kids an 80s Childhood (Step 1: Let Them Get Real Bored)

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Social Media Fast For Holy Week

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I gave up social media for Lent. Yes, I realize that I absolutely could not be more cliche. Pretty View Post

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My 2018 Reading List

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The Anthem Of A Modern Mom

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For the past few weeks I've been walking around carrying Pretend Guilt. Sighing deep over pretend View Post

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How Instagram Is Killing Our Souls (Basically)

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I was late to the Instagram train (story of my life) but once I joined, I was hooked. Way more View Post

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6 Successful Habits Of Joanna Gaines

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I’m Not Addicted To My iPhone Anymore, And Here’s How I Did It

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  Being a stay-at-home mom, I've realized, succumbs one to a few particular temptations. View Post

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Lies Moms Believe #11 : Another Mom’s Calling Is My Calling

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Note: The post you are reading is part of my October series, 31 Lies Modern Moms Believe. Read the View Post

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The Best Gift You Can Give Your Children Is A Technology-Free Childhood

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A Word Of Warning To Moms With Side Businesses

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Note: The post you are reading is part of my October series. This post is Lies Moms Believe #5 (Once View Post

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Lies Modern Moms Believe (#3 : “Facebook Is A Relaxing, Worthwhile Hobby”)

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The iPhone Is Ruining Your Summer

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Not too long ago, I got to watch some thirteen-year-old girls at the pool. It was quite the View Post

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Car Trips: 11 Hours, 4 Kids, 0 DVDs (How We Do It)

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The Secret Addiction I’m Giving Up For Lent

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Hi! I’m Jessica. Former English teacher turned homeschooling mom of three. ESTJ. iPhone addict (in recovery). Anxiety overcomer. Allergy mom (only slightly neurotic). Loved by God, and wife to Mr. Fix Anything. I run a mean 12-minute mile and can make just about anything dairy free. I’m glad you’re here! Read More >>>
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