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

Boston with kids Boston Children's Museum

New England · April 16, 2023

Boston with Little Kids: What to Do/Skip in 2024

Boston is a great city to explore with little kids! There’s so much history in Boston that every time we do something “touristy” I find out more about our city. Boston has a ton of family-friendly destinations and activities, too….

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2 Days in Boston with Kids

New England · July 13, 2022

2 Days in Boston with Kids: What to Do + Where to Go

Our kids have been talking about Florida (and going back) since we got home from that vacation, so we decided to do a mini staycation and take them to Boston for a night. We had such a fun time –…

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personal · September 4, 2019

Five Year Anniversary

I almost can’t believe it’s been five years since I walked down the aisle and we said “I do,” but here we are! Our five year anniversary was on Friday! Last Wednesday we went to a favorite dinner spot in…

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New England · August 3, 2019

Our Harvard Square Staycation

When we initially talked about our renovation (and living with our families), we also talked about taking a staycation here and there. I don’t know why we haven’t until now, but last weekend we stayed in Harvard Square (in Cambridge,…

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Boston City Guide: What to do, where to eat, and where to stay from a local

New England, USA Travel · June 4, 2019

Boston City Guide: My Favorite Spots

Boston is by far one of my favorite cities. I don’t know what it is about it, but as much time as I spend here, I am constantly discovering something new! Here are some of my favorite things to do…

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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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where to go apple picking in Central Massachusetts, pumpkin picking in MA, Greater Boston apple picking feathersandstripes.com

New England · October 16, 2018

Farm Hopping

This weekend was a little rough, I won’t lie. E is getting 4 teeth at once, so she has been fussy and upset. She isn’t sleeping as well as she normally does, and she’s definitely coming down with a cold,…

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Neutral baby girl nursery

pregnancy · August 29, 2017

A Baby Shower in Boston

Kicking off this week with photos from one of my baby showers!

working in a Capital One Cafe, Seaport Boston

life, personal · April 6, 2017

Spring Cleaning Money Habits

Sometimes I question why the new year starts in the winter, when there’s no marked change in the seasons (at least in New England!). This time of year is so motivating for cleaning out and creating new, healthy habits, with everything…

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Envoy Hotel Boston rooftop

family travel · July 5, 2016

Views from a Boston Rooftop Bar

There’s something about the Boston skyline that always makes me smile.   I just love this city so much. We even used a graphic of the Boston skyline on our wedding invitations (from our venue you can see an awesome…

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fashion · May 9, 2016

Chambray Dress

I’ve been doing a lot of summer shopping lately, mostly because the weather in Boston has been less than perfect (I’m talking 45 and rainy every. single. day.) and I just cannot wait for those gorgeous sunny summer days. I started looking…

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family travel · January 27, 2015

Favorite Boston Spots: Where I Love to Go in Boston

I’ve told you more than a few times how much I love the city of Boston, so today I’m sharing some of my favorite places to eat and drink, favorite places to stay, and some of the best attractions in…

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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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