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    Weekender Newsletter W/ Shopping With Friends

    Sharing some great spring blog posts, and everyone’s favorite — Shopping With Friends!

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    How to DIY an Upscale Mailbox Post for a Locking Mailbox (Free Plans)

    Learn how to build an upscale DIY mailbox post for a locking mailbox, including USPS height rules, design details, and free plans.

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    How To Turn Simple Candles into Something Special with Lace

    Decorate plain candles (pillars, tapers, and more) with lace using a simple wax technique. Plus, eight additional inspiring lace craft projects.

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    Weekender Newsletter W/ Shopping With Friends 2-7-26

    Sharing some great blog posts, a security iphone tip and loads of great shopping!

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    How to Contact Congress: Low-stress, Quick & Easy Way

    Learn why phone calls matter most when contacting Congress—and how the 5 Calls app makes it simple, fast, and unintimidating.

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    Weekender Newsletter 1-24-26

    The importance of presence, two blog posts, and your favorite links.

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  • Rectangular cookies decorated like pink envelopes with heart-shaped seals are arranged on pink napkins and decorative plates, all set on a light-colored surface in natural sunlight.

    How to Make Love Letter Sugar Cookies (Easy Valentine Cookies for Beginners)

    These easy Valentine sugar cookies look fancy but are perfect for novice bakers. Learn how to decorate with chocolate wax seals step by step.

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    Does the World Feel Overwhelming? You’re Not Alone!

    A quiet reminder that small, human actions matter—especially when the world feels heavy, frightening, or out of control.

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    Weekender Newsletter 1-17-26

    Word of the year and how I want to show up this year. Trending posts and my favorite new Etsy finds.

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    Starting the New Year With a Clean Slate, Not a Long List

    A quiet reflection on starting the new year — clearing space in our homes, routines, and lives for air and what really matters most.

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    The Posts You Viewed, Loved And Shared The Most — 2025

    A look back at the posts that resonated most in 2025 — the favorites, the surprises, and the ideas readers kept coming back to.

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    Weekender Newsletter W/ Shopping With Friends 12-6-25

    Posts about give-back gifting, brightening the holidays for loved ones in care facilities + shopping with the girls!

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    How Meaningful Holiday Shopping Can Make a Real Difference

    Meaningful holiday shopping made easy: discover conscious consumerism, give-back gifts, and small choices that create big impact.

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    Weekender Newsletter 11-30-25

    Starting the holiday season! 3 blog posts. Readers’ favorite shopping find, PLUS huge stocking announcement.

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