Author: missalaneyus
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5 Children’s Books You’ll Both Love
I am always on the look out for children’s books that Ellie and I will both love. Here are a few recent favorites: King Bidgood’s in the Bathtub by Audrey Wood* The Book With No Pictures by B.J. Novak The Wide-Mouthed Frog by Keith Faulkner Lately Lily: The Adventures of a Travelling Girl by Micah…
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Lately
This summer, we’ve been exploring Kansas City like crazy. After months of Saturdays dedicated to dance practice, naps and errands, it’s been fun to revisit favorite adventures. One of the places Ellie most enjoys going is Sea Life Aquarium. It’s small in size, which makes it perfect for little kids with short attention spans. Also,…
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Mediterranean Night
While Keegan was away for work a few weeks ago, I decided to make a Mediterranean inspired dinner for Ellie and I. I liked the idea of something casual where we could build our own plates. This sort of set-up is typically a hit with toddlers, because they can opt out of things they don’t…
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Build Your Own S’mores Bar
Have you seen these build your own s’mores bars that have been popping up lately? The idea is really simple. You start with your basic s’mores ingredients and then, add in a few extras, like almond butter and peanut butter cups. When you’re ready to serve, you place all the components on a tray or platter…
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Sephora Beauty Masks
My love for Sephora’s line of beauty masks has been well documented here. Up until recently, my favorites were the under eye and sleeping versions. But now, I have to add a new one to the list. Their hand mask is perfection. For years, I’ve been battling dry, red and itchy skin on my ring finger.…
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More AFI Top 100 Movie Reviews
Today, I’m sharing four, new movie reviews from our AFI Top 100 Movie project. You can find each of our his and hers reviews here, but for those of you who aren’t familiar with the project, Keegan and I are working our way through the American Film Institute’s 100 Greatest American Films of All Time…
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Science City Union Station
For years, I had heard great things about Science City, but had sort of written it off as something we’d do with Ellie when she was older. Well, at the ripe old age of 4, we thought she might enjoy it. She instantly fell in love, and now, I’m kicking myself that we didn’t come…
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Tropical Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are kind of having a moment right now. If you’re not familiar, the recipe to make them is dead simple. Just combine almond milk (or regular milk) with oats in a bowl and refrigerate overnight. The next morning you awake to a healthy and filling breakfast. In this version, I fancy things up…
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Drugstore Trick: Aquaphor
Despite the fact that I’m constantly battling a pimple or two, I have the driest feet in America.* Seriously, they are always cracked and itchy. I’ve tried lotion, but it doesn’t seem to be strong enough. So, you can imagine my delight when the lady giving me a pedicure suggested I try Aquaphor on my…
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Fairy Tale Girl
My mom gifted me The Fairy Tale Girl by Susan Branch about a month or two ago. I finished it towards the end of May and have to say it was absolutely delightful. The story is auto-biographical, sharing a look into Susan’s childhood and early adult life. It kicks off with the ending of her marriage…