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How-to Set Up “Alexa, Turn on my Christmas Lights”

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Last week, our quote of the day was "Alexa, turn on my Christmas lights." Some of our readers were surprised that I actually use this command in real life and began commenting and messaging us asking, "how?!" Well, it's actually super easy! This will cost you under $45 and these are the items you will need in order to make it happen: The good news is you do not need a special tree or certain lights. This will work with a pre-lit tree or one you strung the lights on yourself. You ... VIEW POST

You asked, we answered. Here are the (easy) steps to using Alexa voice command to turn on/off your Christmas lights! (The materials you need are under $45!)

The Candle that Will Make You Forget Bath & Body Works (& Fall Collection Giveaway!)

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If you know us, you already know that we love anything that makes our houses smell amazing. We consistently shop all of Bath & Body Works candle sales, load up on tarts for our burners, and even have the discs for our vehicles. It's an obsession really! Open up our candle cabinets (yes, we both have a cabinet full of candles) and you will find Warm Apple Pie, Pumpkin Pecan Waffles, Summer Boardwalk, and many of our other favorite scents.   When our friend, Ashley Null, ... VIEW POST

Books to Read in 2018

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With summer comes some much needed time I can use to read a book for fun, something I feel far too guilty doing during the school year. In fact, I can't bring myself to dive into a book without a nagging feeling that I should be planning a lesson, preparing a new fun game, or checking tests and assignments. In the summer, there are things to do to prep for the new school year, but many of those can't be done by a pool or on the beach. This summer, I actually read 6 books. This may be due to the ... VIEW POST

Ash’s Copycat Starbucks Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato Recipe

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While in Hawaii, I figured out that I love coconut milk in my coffee, which is odd only because I've always disliked coconut. What I've discovered through the years is that I actually only dislike shredded coconut. Coconut flavor and smell themselves are both amazing! I've even been using coconut lotion from Victoria's Secret post-Hawaii. Yum! There were 2 Starbucks on property at the Hilton Hawaiian Village on Waikiki Beach, where we stayed last month. Thanks to my students from last year, I ... VIEW POST

A Review of Magnolia Table Cookbook by Joanna Gaines

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Those who know me know that I am a HUGE fan of Fixer Upper. So, it was no surprise when I ended up purchasing the Magnolia Table Cookbook the moment it came out. I come from a long line of excellent cooks; my mom even does "old timey"-type recipes like bully cakes and corn fritters (those are not typos folks). I won't lie; as I watch Fixer Upper, I get a little envious of those who sit in the Gaines' home, as Joanna goes over floor plans and paint schemes over chocolate chip cookies and homemade ... VIEW POST

At-Home Cold Brew, Flowers, and the Amazon Item You Need

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This post is going to be a little all over the place because that's where I am right now...lol! It's summer and I am finally checking off all of those items left unchecked for so long! As I sit here writing this, I am bundled up in a cozy sweatshirt. I am a bit sunburned from the past two days, anxiously awaiting it to turn to tan! Aruba aloe gel and lotion are great for assisting with that. I bought them while in Aruba, but you can order them online here. We worked outside all day and I finally ... VIEW POST

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