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Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and anyone who accidentally clicked this—welcome to my Greatest Hits of 2024! These are the crowd favorites (or at least what the algorithm decided you’d like). Buckle up—it’s a highlight post you didn’t ask for but are definitely getting!
Note: You can click on the pictures or titles to read the full post.
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1. How to Host an Amazing Back Yard Birthday Party
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I know most birthday parties are held at a ‘play place’ these days, but there is something special about a backyard birthday party. Some of my favorite childhood memories involve backyard games with friends. Now I enjoy re-creating those memories with my kids and their friends. Not only are backyard parties fun and memorable, they can cost less and save you some money.
If you are considering an outdoor birthday party, click here for some tips and tricks to make it a memorable day.
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2. 24 places to explore in the Twin cities
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If you are looking for some family fun in Minnesota, this post is for you!
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3. Best Gifts for Teen Boys
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Before I had teens, it was challenging for me to think of something to give them besides cash, now I have three teens and a bunch of ideas for what to gift them. Click here for ideas.
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4. Four books to read in 2024
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Here are four amazing books to check out and consider reading this year.
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5. Fun and Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas
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Parents (me included) have a love/hate relationship with the Elf on the Shelf. Our kids love it and look forward to this Christmas tradition – but the work of REMEMBERING to move him each night, and the problem of coming up with creative places to hide him, sap some of the joy out of this tradition. Many parents found this post helpful during the holidays.
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6. 15 Fun Facts about Minnesota
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I had so much fun researching this post! I was surprised by how much there was to learn about Minnesota when I moved here.
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7. How Not To Hate Winter
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I spent the majority of my life dreading winter, but I’ve discovered that with the right mindset (and a few tricks), you can actually enjoy it. Click here for some tips to help shift your perspective from ‘I hate this season’ to ‘Okay, this isn’t so bad!’
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8. How to Host an Indoor or Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
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A scavenger hunt is the perfect mix of adventure, problem-solving, and excitement. Whether indoors on a rainy day or outside exploring nature, it’s a guaranteed hit! Click here to read more.
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9. 20 Free, Fun, Family-friendly Places to Visit in Colorado Springs
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If you live in Colorado Springs, or are planning a trip with family, click here to see some amazing places to visit for free!
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10. 12 Verses that will help you Choose Faith over Fear
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Did you know that there are 365 verses in the Bible about fear? A verse for EVERY SINGLE day of the year! Nothing surprises God. He knew that every single day of our lives, we’d have something to fear. So, he gave us a Scripture for every day to combat our fears. Click here to see the verses.
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