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Cool Bloggers Walking Club: Week 4

It’s hard to believe that we’re almost to the end of another month which means, sadly, we’re nearing the final days of this October 2026 edition of the Cool Bloggers Walking Club.

I haven’t been…

Best Things to Do in Copenhagen: Family-Friendly Attractions, Hidden Gems + Easy Day Trips

Our family spent a full week in Copenhagen as part of our trip across Europe.

We had the advantage of being able to stay with my brother and sister-in-law. My sister-in-law is Danish and…

Recent Frugal Wins: Thanksgiving Turkey, Nail Polish + Phone Upgrade

Always check your receipts! I checked our receipt before leaving the grocery store and realized we’d been overcharged by $7.85 for our Thanksgiving turkey. It took about five minutes to get the refund processed,…

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Oct, 27, 2026
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Happy Things Friday: 23 October

I’m girding my proverbial loins for the next 36 hours; it’s going to be a doozy. A church event our family is volunteering at is happening this weekend and it’s sure to be a…

Cool Bloggers Walking Club: Week 4

Best Things to Do in Copenhagen: Family-Friendly Attractions, Hidden Gems + Easy Day Trips

Recent Frugal Wins: Thanksgiving Turkey, Nail Polish + Phone Upgrade

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Happy Things Friday: 23 October

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