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NYC, Friendship, and the Best Kind of Mayhem
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Continue reading →: NYC, Friendship, and the Best Kind of MayhemSometimes a mom just needs not to mom for a weekend. When you find out your college roomies are all going to be in the same place at once, it’s time to act like you’re 22 again. Though, to be honest, we’ve always acted like this. I truly have the…
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The Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Everyone’s Been Asking For
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Continue reading →: The Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Everyone’s Been Asking ForWell, sometimes you just have to laugh! After spending five hours prepping all our meals for the week…between sports, work, and everything else, our fridge decided to completely give up. So while I wait for a new one and take a little (unexpected) break from the kitchen, I figured it…
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Spring Has Sprung
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Continue reading →: Spring Has Sprung🌸 Spring came in hot this year!One day we were bundled up in coats, and the next, the trees are in bloom. The tulips and daffodils made their grand appearance and vanished just as quickly. The bees are out and buzzing again, and that familiar spring energy is back in…
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12 Years, Untold
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Continue reading →: 12 Years, UntoldIt was a beautiful spring Wednesday in Champaign-Urbana. The flowers hadn’t quite bloomed yet, and the trees were just beginning to bud. My oldest friend since I was five was coming to visit for the weekend, and as it happened, Donald’s friend Tessa, from back home in Canada, was also…
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A Deep Dive into My Camera Roll (a.k.a. My Heart)
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Continue reading →: A Deep Dive into My Camera Roll (a.k.a. My Heart)Recently, I took a deep dive into the archives of my phone. You know, that obnoxious device that’s always glued to my side. But here’s the thing: I’m not addicted to my phone… I’m addicted to my camera. I’ve always loved photography. Especially when it comes to my boys, they’re…
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Green Goddess Lunch
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Continue reading →: Green Goddess LunchAre you ready for the most delicious lunch? This Green Goddess dressing is everywhere, with tons of variations, but I’ve found this one to be the real winner. This recipe is a result of many iterations and adaptations over time. It’s inspired by several variations I’ve tried in the past.…
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Reclaiming the Joy of Sports for Our Kids
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Continue reading →: Reclaiming the Joy of Sports for Our KidsSports Mom Life is No Joke.I never envisioned my kids getting involved in serious sports until at least middle school, but apparently, that’s not how things work anymore. We are now knee-deep in Cross-Country, Track, Swimming, Flag Football, and Baseball. As much as I’d love to have at least four…
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Bird’s Nest No Bake Cookies
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Continue reading →: Bird’s Nest No Bake CookiesThese cookies are a “better for you” version of a regular no bake cookie. Made with no refined sugar or butter. No judgment though! If you want to make them with the usual ingredients, here’s a good recipe: CLICK HERE This “better for you” version of no bake cookies is…
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The Family We Choose: Finding Connection Beyond Distance
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Continue reading →: The Family We Choose: Finding Connection Beyond DistanceI think about this a lot. A significant part of my childhood was spent living with my grandmother, at least eight years. We developed an incredibly close bond. She wasn’t just a grandmother, she was like a second mother to me. I felt just as comfortable around her as I…
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Lucky Number 7
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Continue reading →: Lucky Number 7Another birthday has come and gone for our baby, and while celebrating a seventh birthday should be a joyful occasion, it’s always bittersweet for us as parents. There’s a part of us that always longs for those squishy baby moments and the sweet, innocent days of toddlerhood. But if there’s…
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I’m Nikita, a mom to two active boys who loves all things Detroit sports and lives in sweatpants 99% of the time. I’m a former XC runner and have a huge passion for staying active, so you’ll catch glimpses of my running journey too. Around here, it’s all about real life! You won’t find a Pinterest-perfect home, but you will find practical, fun ideas for making your everyday more enjoyable without all the waste. I’ll share easy, family-friendly meals that cut down on the processed stuff and sprinkle in some adventure, big or small. Stick around for a peek into our world!
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