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Using my newest gadget - a turkey gravy separator!!

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GADGET TEST: ROTATO EXPRESS PART 1! This is part 1 because it took us entirely too long to get to the action. But I gotta know what kitchen gadget do we test next time mom comes to visit?!

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GADGET TEST: ROTATO EXPRESS PART 2! The ROTATO express is approved???? Find out!!

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I’M GOING ON TOUR! I better see ALL of you there!!! Get tickets at tour.ofcourseitsgood.com

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GADGET TEST: ROTATO EXPRESS PART 1! This is part 1 because it took us entirely too long to get to the action. But I gotta know what kitchen gadget do we test next time mom comes to visit?!

#LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKHome #LTKfoodie

GADGET TEST: ROTATO EXPRESS PART 2! The ROTATO express is approved???? Find out!!

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The top of the Christmas tree is none of my business. Linking our tree and ornaments!

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Christmas bedding is out for the season! Love this reversible Eddie Bauer set!

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This year I’m buying new Christmas decorations.

Just a few things. I fact, I do this every year. I buy a few items to add to my existing collection. Many of the decorations I have are thrifted over the years, or bought second hand off of marketplace. Currently I’m hunting for a Christmas village, something vintage with that cozy 90s vibe I love so much. I will definitely show you if I hit the jackpot on one!

So far this year I bought some new garland and some curtains that definitely feel more festive than the beautiful springy blue ones Emily made for me. Those will go back up after Christmas is over.

But today I am starting slowly with decorating. I’m just swapping out the curtains. I am not sure where my existing decorations will fit into our new house, and since I’m a total creature of habit, everything goes in the same spot year after year. So this year, in our new house, I’m giving myself time to figure it all out, even if I’m usually completely decorated for Christmas by this time of year.

Yes, I am an early decorator— you caught me.

I know I will want to buy some new decorations to make this house feel like home, but I plan to get as much as I can second hand. There is something extra special about preloved Christmas decorations. It’s like they have magic built in. Maybe it’s because you have to hunt for them or maybe because other families have enjoyed them before you and a little Christmas magic clings to each item every time they are packed away.

Whatever the reason, I hope my kids grow up remembering the collection of Christmas items I spent years building. Something’s old, something’s new, but all a part of the backdrop of their childhood christmas memories.

Linking the newer version of
my pants!

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Birthday success! He loved this dinosaur action figure toy 🦕🦖 Would make a great gift for young boys!

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WHAT I BOUGHT MY FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS: for my 6 month old baby niece! This busy book is a gift for both her AND her moms.

Resharing a top-selling gift from last year!

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If you need me I will be eating Doritos with unicorn chopsticks and signing bookplates until my arm falls off.

If you’re thinking “Jessica… why the unicorn chopsticks?”

I’m so glad you asked — I don’t want to RUIN EVERYTHING and get Dorito dust on these signatures, and ya girl is in need of a snickety snack. Don’t judge me!

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I’M GOING ON TOUR! I better see ALL of you there!!! Get tickets at tour.ofcourseitsgood.com

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My cookbook comes out on January 6th!!! Today i wanted to dispel some of the myths that go into making a cookbook.

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Walmart always has seasonal pjs out SO early snag yours before they are gone— they NEVER last!

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Some of my favorite Walmart pajamas that are still in stock!

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No, I didn’t cook. But you’re not off the hook—things are happening in this kitchen. Starting with this microwave coming down (eventually… when the tile guys get here). And speaking of tile guys! Let me show you the backsplash I picked. Is it giving timeless English countryside or am I just romanticizing grout? Either way, if you don’t like it, please lie to me. I only accept compliments during renovation season. Linking my pajamas in a different style!

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This is my nightly routine. Nothing more. Nothing less…. Well sometimes less when I’m too lazy to do this super complicated routine. But it’s fine, I’m doing just enough to feel like I’m not a goblin

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GRWM for a busy day. Real talk, my kids were sick, I slept on the couch with them got little to no sleep and still have to function some how… wish me luck… I’m gonna need it.

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This is the best lip balm EVER!!! It’s from Estée Lauder

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Time will tell if this was an awful idea. Let’s hope I wake up able to move tomorrow! Did I surprise anyone? Should I keep trying?!? I need to do a pretty cartwheel! My rug is 58% off for Black Friday!

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Drink of the day! My vest is from the grocery store so I’m linking similars!

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“Once I get through this week my life will slow down”

FAMOUS. LAST. WORDS.

I catch myself thinking this all of the time, and somehow, I’m perpetually SHOCKED, when life does in fact NOT slow down.

I always feel like time is running out. I am always feeling behind.

Laundry? We will never be fully caught up for more than one day.

Dishes? The sink is always AT LEAST half full.

Toys? Definitely not put in their proper homes EVER but sometimes they are up off the floor… I will take that one as a win.

I have so many grand plans for things I want to do personally and stuff I want to do as a family but I find myself putting it off for when life slows down.

I’m working on this.

I’m trying to slow myself down, because time passes regardless of how many items are checked off of my to do list. The kids grow whether I want them to or not. But I can control me and how much I try to fit into any one given day.

This time of year is hard because I naturally get less done just by virtue of having less daylight. I simply don’t want to do ANYTHING when it is dark outside, and you know what? That’s okay. I will do what I can and save the rest for tomorrow because no matter how fast I clear my to do list, my life isn’t slowing down.

My whole look is J.Crew Factory, and my top is on sale for under $40. So many ladies asked about Matthew’s shirt so I linked that too!

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Late night snack therapy while watching The Mortician—yes, alone, because my husband "doesn’t like true crime." Honestly? Rude. But thankfully these sloppy chicken nachos are here to support me emotionally and spiritually while I scare myself on purpose. Snacks are my coping mechanism and also my moral support group.

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Sloppy Chicken Joe Stuffed Baked Potatoes because dinner didn’t make itself (rude) and once again I was on the hook. Never made this before but I threw it together and surprise—it’s actually amazing. But of course it’s good…I made it

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My headphones and instant pot are both on major sale at Target!

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Tonight’s book choice!

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Beans jourdan had a CRISIS today- the tail fell off so naturally I had to sew it back on!

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These Pack It freezable snack boxes keep my kids snacks cold ALL DAY! I just clip it to their bags!

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LTKCon day 2! Love this look 🤗

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This felt like a full circle moment. 21 year old Jessica would be STUNNED where 32 year old Jessica wound up. LTKCon Day 2!

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And the LTKCon awards fits were 🔥🔥🔥🔥

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Back to school shopping is expensive enough when you’re just buying for your own kids, but this year I’m seeing prices that make me want to double check I didn’t accidentally grab gold-plated pencils, so we are doing a donation to the local school district to hopefully help keep the kids stocked up. I also got the chance to talk with @gewhitmer about what these rising costs mean for real families and how it’s hitting households hard before the first bell even rings.

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When the AC is busted and the summer heat hits this momma says “nope” to cooking, and we pivot. Jalapeño cheddar Salisbury steak? Yeah, not happening. @Jets Pizza and an ice-cold @Sprite by the pool is the only logical choice. Pool party + pizza night = survival mode summer style.

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If taking your kids on outings feels like climbing a mountain with no summit in sight—I see you. I was there. Packing for a beach trip used to feel impossible. The meltdowns, the gear, the naps, the sand in everything. But it gets easier. Somewhere around 5 or 6 years old, things shift. You catch your breath. You have fun. It feels doable—blissful, even. If you're in the thick of it right now, just know: you're closer than you think to lighter days. You’ve got this. I know you do.

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WHAT I BOUGHT MY FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS: for my 6 month old baby niece! This busy book is a gift for both her AND her moms.

Resharing a top-selling gift from last year!

#LTKKids #LTKGiftGuide #LTKHoliday

WHAT DID I BUY MY FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS: The cutest makeup toy kit for my daughter. She’s going to be SO excited.

Resharing my top selling gift from last year!

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