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The Building Toys My Kids Still Play With (Years Later!)

Posted on November 18, 2025January 19, 2026 by Katelyn

There’s something special about toys that never seem to lose their magic — the ones that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and endless imagination. In our home, building toys have truly stood the test of time. They’re the toys that get played with every single day, year after year, that grow with our kids and continue to…

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Toys That Last: Our Family’s Well-Loved and Most-Played-With Favorites

Posted on November 8, 2025January 19, 2026 by Katelyn

Every year around the holidays, my feed fills up with endless gift guides — lists of trendy toys that promise hours of fun but usually end up forgotten, broken, or trashed by February. This year, I wanted to share something different. Instead of adding more “stuff” to the world, I wanted to highlight the toys…

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Our Family Fall Bucket List – Cozy, Simple, and Fun

Posted on October 9, 2025November 25, 2025 by Katelyn

There’s just something about fall that makes me want to slow down and soak in all the cozy moments—the crisp air, warm drinks, comfy sweaters, and time spent outside as the leaves start to change. It’s definitely my favorite season. Over the years, I’ve tried to be more intentional about planning family activities, so I…

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2023 New Year Habits to Maintain, Improve, & Establish

Posted on January 13, 2023October 28, 2025 by Katelyn

I‘ve become wiser over the years in that I realize the new year is a time for change but change in the way that will stick with you, change that is habit forming. When I look back on previous years I can see lots of little changes that gradually added up…consistently taking my vitamins and…

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What the Last 10 Years Have Taught Me

Posted on January 12, 2020October 28, 2025 by Katelyn

As we entered a new decade, I couldn’t help but look back on the last ten years—on all the change, growth, and lessons that have shaped my adult life. Honestly, when I first thought about writing this, I hesitated. My mind went straight to all the things I haven’t accomplished. But after sitting with that…

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Hey there, I’m Katelyn — homeschooling mama of three, coffee lover, and big fan of being comfy and reading my kindle. I’m passionate about art, design, natural living, gardening, and making a cozy home. Around here you’ll find recipes, book recommendations, DIYs, home inspiration, and real reflections on motherhood and homeschooling. Thanks for stopping by!

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