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Our 2025 Marriage Recap
As the year comes to an end, I’ve been thinking about what this year actually looked like for us. Not just the big moments, but the everyday ones in between. 2025 was full of change, adjustment, and growth, and it felt like a good time to pause and reflect on what this year of marriage
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Ranking the Most Iconic Christmas Foods (From Best to Worst)
Christmas food opinions are serious business. Every family has their staples, their traditions, and at least one dish everyone quietly judges. So today, I’m ranking some of the most iconic Christmas foods, from absolute must-haves to the ones I could politely pass on. 1. Macaroni and Cheese There’s just no beating it. Creamy, cheesy, comforting,
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3 Christmas Traditions to Start as a Couple
Christmas feels different once you’re married. You’re no longer just showing up to traditions, you’re building your own. And while it’s easy to think traditions need to be big or Pinterest-worthy, the ones that matter most are usually simple, intentional, and rooted in togetherness. Here are three Christmas traditions every couple can start, no matter
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Low-Carb Breakfast Hibachi
Who says hibachi is only for dinner? This weekend I whipped up a low-carb breakfast hibachi (meaning I just made it for breakfast) and it was everything. Juicy NY strips, tender zucchini and onion, all coated in Japanese BBQ sauce, plus a creamy white sauce on the side! Ingredients Instructions Notes / Tips
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Setting Financial Goals for 2026
The start of a new year is one of the best times to reset your money habits, not because you’re behind, but because clarity creates momentum. Instead of setting vague resolutions, I like to focus on clear, practical financial goals that guide our decisions all year long. This isn’t about perfection or extreme budgeting. It’s
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How We’re Fitting Everyone in at Christmas
One thing no one really prepares you for before marriage is how different holidays feel once you’re suddenly part of more than one family. Christmas doesn’t just happen anymore. It has to be planned, scheduled, and coordinated. This year, we’re fitting in four different houses around Christmas, and while I’m so grateful to have people
“Marriage is not about age, it’s about finding the right person” ~ Sophia Bush
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I’m Haylee
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