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I was on the hunt for the perfect backpack purse. I have been a happy Andar wallet customer for many years, and I was excited to see that they have expanded their products to purses, wristlets, cases, bags, and more. If I’m making an investment into a good quality item such as a leather purse,…
We have small bathrooms in our home and 5 of us are sharing two tight spaces. You may recall when we updated our main bathroom in THIS post. Having a vanity with drawers was a wonderful addition to that bathroom. It was time to focus on our other bathroom which is even smaller! My daughter…
The end of the year is coming, which means that it is time to set goals for the new year. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that you want to make sure you set goals that are achievable. If you have fitness goals on your list, here are 5 tips to reach your…
Have you stopped to stare at the pool hanging from the ceiling of Costco and wondered if your family would enjoy it? I’m here to tell you that it was our favorite purchase for our family in 2022. I can’t say that viewing it in the rafters of Costco really sold me on it, but…
It is my daughter’s SENIOR year and I have been helping her with all her preparations for graduation and college. Some of the things I have been thinking about is her dorm room and everything she will need. Since most door rooms are small I know she will need creative ideas for organization like a…
Any parent knows how challenging it can be to implement work-life-balance into your daily routine. You think that you find a rhythm, but everything changes, and it’s hard to get back on track again. If you feel this way, I can definitely relate, and I think that most other parents can relate, as well. Here…
Everyone has different skills in the kitchen. Some have more experience, and some find that cooking is a chore that they do not enjoy. Cooking can be a pleasurable experience as well as beneficial to your budget and health. If it’s a struggle to make toast, let alone a proper evening meal, then it’s time…
Gaining weight is a natural part of life – especially as people get older. That being said, it is important to maintain ahealthy weight to counter rising obesity rates in the country. The CDC reports that adult obesity continues to grow with 44.3% of adults between the ages of 40 and 59 falling under this category. The…
Excuse me while I have a sentimental moment. It feels like yesterday that Jack was helping me with my first reviews on the blog. I blinked and a decade flew by. I’m also feeling humbled to still be writing on The Simple Moms for all these years. Jack just turned 15 and he’s over…
Our area High school students had a special opportunity to meet recruiters from more than 90 colleges and universities. They were also entered to win scholarships totaling $10,000at the CSRA College Night in Augusta, Georgia. Admission was free and open to the public. College Night offered seminars, career and counseling centers, and helpful exhibits manned…
Getting a 9 year old boy excited about taking a shower is often a challenge. I have even lower expectations of the quality of that shower so a 3 in 1 formula is really the way to go. It’s easier to coach him to use one bottle of wash for all. I saw a funny…
I love to find products that make life easier, cleaner, or more organized. We recently moved our washer and dryer from a closet in our kitchen to our garage and it’s been a worthwhile investment. However, I haven’t figured out shelving yet in the new location. I was looking for a way to keep the…