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Fun & Easy Family Activities To Do Right Now

When the days are long and the years are short, unique kid-friendly activities are a must! If you’ve played every board game in the house and enough hide and go seek to last until 2021, crafts and new activities are a fun and engaging way for your kids to learn, have fun, and bond, all at the same time! Here are some that your family might enjoy…








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Let me know which ones are your favorite! Tag me in your creations at @MelanieHane on Instagram!


Healthy, Minimal Ingredient Recipes

Staying at home and social distancing is uncharted territory for everyone, but may we find comfort in all being in the same boat together. Below is an array of recipes that are full of nutrients to keep you healthy from the inside out — each also has minimal ingredients! I hope you enjoy these easy options. Tag me on Instagram @MelanieHane if you make them!







Holiday Desserts To Bring To Any Party

PHOTO BY BOBBI LIN

PHOTO BY BOBBI LIN


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How To: Declutter For, During, & After The Holidays

The holidays are quickly approaching, and while the merriment is joyous, the clutter can be all too real! Here are a few of my favorite resources packed with tips galore for decluttering throughout this time of year, but perhaps the best tip of all? Go into the holidays with a ‘clean as you go’ mindset, so the entire season will be as enjoyable as it is intended to be.

Before The Holidays:


During The Holidays:


After The Holidays:


Tips & Tricks For The Back To School Season

Whether your children are starting school in a week, two weeks, or if you simply look to this time of year as a reset after summer fun, here are some tips for making this upcoming time a breeze…

A mobile charger is a must for staying connected… whether it’s for you or your kid's’ devices.


Ellen Grasso & Sons, LLC

Ellen Grasso & Sons, LLC


Time capsules are used to store favorite memories, and freeze certain moments in time. With the summer rapidly coming to an end, this time capsule lets your kids pick their favorite moment, and capture it for the rest of their lifetime.

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The perfect after school snack for fueling up before practice, rehearsal, or homework time… or for when you hit your afternoon slump!

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For inspiration and tips to tackle work head on this fall: