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9 books to read

life · August 7, 2018

August 2018 Reading List

If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for a good book to read. I thought I’d share what I’ve been reading lately and what is on my reading list. Books I read recently Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate…

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New England, USA Travel · August 1, 2018

Cape Cod Recap – 8 Days in Chatham

A couple of weeks ago we spent 8 incredible days on the Cape that went by wayyyy too fast. We rented a house in Chatham (on the elbow of Cape Cod) with my sister and her husband, as well as…

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beauty, collaborations · July 25, 2018

Simple Everyday Makeup with Tinted Mascara

When Collective Bias asked if they could send me the new Rimmel London Volume Colorist Mascara, I was so excited. My lashes are so light – almost blonde – that I’ve considered getting eyelash extensions or tinting my eyelashes, especially in…

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pink and gray baby girl nursery, small space nursery

motherhood · July 21, 2018

The Best Books for 6-9 Month Olds

We both hope that our daughter inherits a love of books from us. With the amount of reading that happens in this house, it will be nearly impossible for her to avoid it. (And with baby’s library already full of…

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Amazon Prime Day

life · July 16, 2018

7 Things I’m Buying on Amazon Prime Day

7/17 Update: I’m posting deals over on Facebook and Twitter, too, so go follow me there! I’ll update this post through today (July 17th) as I find great deals, too!   Today is Amazon Prime Day, aka Black Friday in…

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USA Travel · July 16, 2018

Weekend in NYC

This isn’t the first time we’ve taken E to NYC (city girl!). But it is the first time we’ve taken both E and Sprout for a weekend NYC trip. Getting to NYC To drive from Boston to NYC typically takes about…

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About Alyssa


Hi, I’m Alyssa. Mom of three, wife, dog mom, blogger. I write tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews, the best toys for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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