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Happy National Sisters Day

Jul 29, 2026

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in Adulting & Family Life, Rememberance & Gratitude

National Sisters Day seemed like the perfect excuse to tell the story of my amazing big sister, Kris. It involves a Holland America cruise, a ruined Strawberry Shortcake doll, a hazmat team, gluten-free cooking, and one of the best sisters anyone could ask for.

The Santa Photo That Noped

Dec 11, 2025

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in Adulting & Family Life, Parenting & Neurodiversity, Parenting Is Weird, Sweet? Sour? Or Just Honest?

We never got the Santa photo, presents sometimes sat untouched until New Year’s, and traditions rarely went as planned — but our Christmases were full of laughter, surprises, and kid-made chaos.

The Real Thanksgiving Tradition? “Accidental” Pie-Flipping

Nov 26, 2025

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in Adulting & Family Life, Confessions from an Adultier Adult, Sweet? Sour? Or Just Honest?

Growing up, Thanksgiving wasn’t just about turkey and parades—it was loud, chaotic, and full of quirky family traditions. The biggest one? “Accidental” pie-flipping. Some things have changed over the years, but the laughter, the storytelling, and the love around the table still remain.

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Happy National Sisters Day

The Santa Photo That Noped

The Real Thanksgiving Tradition? “Accidental” Pie-Flipping