Rage Against The Minivan

Surpisingly Painless

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Esurance. The opinions and text are all mine. I'm trying hard to get my kids proficient in the kitchen. I didn't grow up really learning to cook, and I don't think I could properly chop an onion until my 30's. I want my kids to leave home with a basic set of cooking skills, and a couple easy meals they can make for themselves or for friends. I've been attempting to have each of my older three cook a meal independently . . .

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The best finds during Amazon’s big #primeday sale today and tomorrow

It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of Amazon, and Prime Day is a great mid-year opportunity to get some great deals. I'm going to be watching what's going on over there and updating all day today and tomorrow, as they roll out new deals every hour. Here's what I'm digging so far:The Echo Dot is only $29 today. I now have one in every room. My kids use these as alarm clocks, speakers, and to listen to books. I can intercom them from the living room, and also listen in on them while not home. . . .

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Friday Finds: Organic Modern

1. Modway Transmit Mid-Century Offset Cube Wood Bookcase 2. Koko's House Moroccan Inspired Ivory Fringe Gold Sequin Pillow  3. Poly and Bark Isabella Lounge Chair 4. Rivet Modern Wave Table Lamp  5. Metallic Gold, Succulent Plant Pot 6. Mitchell Platform Bed  7. Lochas Faux Sheepskin Rug  8. DII Modern Cotton Geometric Blanket Throw  9. Modway Display Stand  . . .

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Friday Finds: Hanging Chairs

1. Aron Living Bubble Hanging Chair Lounge 2. Zupapa Macramé Hanging Chair  3.Two's Company Hanging Rattan Chair 4. Modway Bean Outdoor Patio Swing Chair 5. Modway Abate Outdoor Patio Swing Chair  6. Sunnydaze Cordelia Hanging Egg Chair 7. BHORMS Children Bird Nest Hammock Swing Chair  8. Sunnydaze Hanging Hammock Chair  9. Vivere Single Cacoon . . .

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Friday Finds: Eco-friendly Products

1. EuroSac Natural Cotton String Bag 2. Cotton Craft - 100% Pure Natural Eco-Friendly Jute Rug  3. Leafily Palm Leaf Plates - 7 inch Round - Heavy Duty - Elegant - 100% Compostable  4. Ajna Organic Jute Yoga Mat  5. Premium Cooking Utensils Set - 100% Eco-friendly Silicone 6. Natural Bamboo Toothbrush Individually Numbered  7. Gwell Cactus Anti Bacterial Shower Curtain Sets with Hooks  8. Blue Sage Organics Storage . . .

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Can an hour improve a girl’s self-esteem?

I am working with the Dove Self-Esteem Project to help today's girls develop a healthy self-image. Girls today are bombarded with negative messages and images that tell them that they aren't enough. They navigate a 24/7 stream of social media and pop culture that can leave them comparing themselves to the highlight reel of others. 6 out of 10 girls believe the media and advertising set an unrealistic standard of beauty most women can’t ever achieve, which leaves girls feeling demoralized. Since . . .

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Friday Finds: Circle Bags

1. Nordstrom | Multi Pom Circular Raffia Tote  2. Baggu Small Canvas Circular Crossbody Bag | Urban Outfitters  3. Leather Circle Crossbody Bag | Topshop  4. Diane Von Furstenberg Circle Wristlet | Shopbop  5. Tamborine Roundy Bag | Free People  6. Rebecca Minkoff MAB Circle Crossbody Bag | Amazon  7. Bando | Sidekick Circle Crossbody Bag 8. Stitched Circular Crossbody Bag | Anthropologie  9. The Juno Circle Shoulder Bag in Violet Dusk | . . .

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Friday Finds: 2017 Planners

1.  2017 Luxe Page-A-Day Planner | Paper Source  2. LiveWELL Flex | Modern Mosaic Planner  3. Medium Black Stripe 17 Month Agenda | Kate Spade  4. Sugar Paper® Kraft Weekly Planner, 2017 - White Lettering | Target 5. Feathers Dance Notebooks /Planners by iamtanya | Minted 6. Personalized 2017 Planner by MelvedyDesigns | Etsy  7. Rifle Paper Co. |  2017 Scarlett Birch Planner  8. 2017 Wire bound Academic Agenda - Romance | . . .

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