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Feathers and Stripes

Boston mom blogger | motherhood, baby + kids, family travel, + home

Four Seasons Boston x Fohr and a drink with James

blogging · May 10, 2019

Cocktails at Four Seasons Boston

I’ve been to Four Seasons Boston for a few different events, and I’m always excited to go there. It’s a beautiful hotel, and it’s right on Boylston Street near all of the Newbury Street shopping. It’s also not far from…

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4 secrets to working full time and managing a blog, too

blogging · June 5, 2017

4 Secrets to Managing a Full-Time Job and a Blog

I was recently chatting with a colleague when she (not so nicely) asked me how I manage to work full-time and also blog.

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Uncategorized · January 2, 2017

So tell me…

I feel like it’s been forever since I asked you all for specific feedback, but I think it’s a great time do so now… new year and resolutions and all that, right? If you would be so kind as to…

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personal · April 25, 2016

My Thoughts on Blogging

There’s been a lot of talk lately about whether or not blogging is dead. I think it’s a natural question to ask when you see a lot of new social media channels that people put more energy into – like…

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personal · October 6, 2014

Notes on Blogging

    When I started blogging (in May 2012), it was because I needed a creative outlet to share things I loved. I was taking a very introspective class at the time as part of my MBA, and I realized…

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life · June 10, 2014

A(nother) Welcome!

New blog (again)? I know, it’s only been a few months since ruffle and curl became Glitter Trim, but shortly after the name change, I realized it’s not what I wanted. I wanted to have a fresh start with a…

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About Alyssa


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

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