Category: Mommy Commentary

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The Best Journal to Purchase at Amazon

I've gotten into journaling lately and it's been...a ride, not gonna lie. As I deal with my emotions in a healthy manner and not through a pint of Haagen-Dazs, I have to acknowledge something painful in addition to my response to it. Many natural responses are anger, shutting down, and well, eating a pint of Haagen-Dazs. Looking into getting the right type of journal was not an easy task.
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Good Grief is the Film You Need to Urgently Consume

Yeah, urgent. Let me preface this - while the main characters are gay, this is not a gay film. This is a film that anyone can relate to no matter if you're an ally or a member of the LGBTQ+. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bR_MPXTaEZw Daniel Levy ("Schitt's Creek") wrote, directed, and starred in this film about a man who is trying to navigate life after suddenly losing his husband. As he tries to
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The Best Candles for Your Aesthetic!

I love candles. I try not to be a collector of any sorts as I do use the candles I own. But, I always feel you can never have enough candles. And sometimes, you'll be in a mood to burn a certain scent. I don't believe one candle fits all. You need at least three. Maybe four. So, with so many flippin' candles to choose from, it's hard to
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Global Shifts, Family Rifts: Why Russia Really F*cking Sucks

So, my post was straight to the point, wasn't it? My husband, Maks, is Ukrainian. He migrated to the U.S. back in 1997 and became a citizen a year before we met in 2008. We've been together since 2008, married since 2010, and have had two children, three cats, but no, no partridge in a pear tree. We've undergone a lot of challenges in our relationship - the constant
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Need a Last-Minute Gift Idea? My Christmas Gnomes Coloring Book!

Tis the season to be jolly and color! Some kids are already out of school (mine still has a few more days before it's all over for two weeks). If you want something different other than gaming (and trust, I know this as an expert of peeling my child away from the gaming), here is my Christmas Gnomes coloring book for you! It's real simple and plus, it's so
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How to Have a Great Holiday Season Without Being Broke-Ass

So, here's the deal: Everybody and they mama is broke this year. If it's not inflation, it's lack of job opportunities. And with a combination of both, not a lot of people have money this year. With Hanukkah wrapping up, and Christmas just around the corner, this post may be a little too late for some people. But for a lot who still want a festive season without breaking
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7 Amazing Tips for a Safe Halloween!

By now, if you're a Halloween veteran (and most of you should be!), you already know the do's and don'ts of Halloween. However, if you're new to the Halloween game and you're going out this year, here are some tips to make your Halloween safe as possible. Now, this only applies to those who go trick-or-treating, but I will add some tips for those who are staying at home!
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The Many Ways Cinnamon Oil Will Change Your Life

I'm a big fan of cinnamon and I use it often. Every time I bake something sweet, I put some cinnamon in it, even if the recipe doesn't explicitly call for it. I burn cinnamon oil a lot in my home to make it smell more warm and cozy. While I don't typically ingest or topically use cinnamon oil (and please get a doctor's advice if you do!), I
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Life Update! Where Have I Been, Yo?

https://youtu.be/ZYmMfIag6hs?si=Dy9K9sGe0csqZFBN I always watched this cartoon when Bear was a baby so we both could learn Russian. The cartoon no longer airs but I love the theme song. Hello family! I hope all of you are doing wonderful and great. I haven't blogged in a week. While that's not a big deal to you, it's a huge deal to me since I've been blogging rather frequently. I got into a