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    Planksgiving 2024

    October 28, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Planksgiving 2024 Challenge!!! It’s back! After taking a couple of years off I’m bringing Planksgivng back!!! This is the 8th year of Planksgiving! I love this challenge and it has been a huge hit each year growing more and more. Well, the holidays are right around the corner. Let’s stay fit this holiday season. Do you want to work on your abs? Tone, slim, reveal your 6 pack?? Then this PLANKSGIVING 30 Day PLANK CHALLENGE is for you… Are you in?? Please join us for 30 days of plank challenge starting NOVEMBER 1st!!! I will send you photos and descriptions each day for 30 days so that you can easily perform…

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    TurboTenant: The Ultimate Property Management Tool for Landlords and Property Managers Looking for an easier way to manage your rental properties? Discover why TurboTenant is the top choice for landlords. From free online applications to tenant screening, lease management, and rent collection, TurboTenant has everything you need to streamline your property management tasks. Whether you're using the free or premium version, TurboTenant is the ultimate solution to save you time, money, and stress. Plus, sign up with my affiliate link and get $25 off today!

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    October 23, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Discover how I transformed a $25 Facebook Marketplace find into a beautiful farmhouse-style dining table! This easy DIY project involved sanding, painting, and refreshing the seat cushions for a completely new look—all on a budget. Follow along for tips on upcycling your own furniture.

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    October 15, 2024 / 0 Comments

    🌾 Dive into the fascinating history of sourdough, from its origins in ancient Egypt to its role in the Gold Rush and modern artisanal baking. Learn how this ancient bread-making technique has evolved and stood the test of time! 🍞 #SourdoughHistory #AncientBaking #WildYeast #TraditionalBread #ArtisanBaking

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    September 7, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Air fryer apple chips are a quick, healthy snack that you can easily make at home. Here’s a simple recipe for crispy and delicious apple chips: Ingredients: Instructions: Enjoy your crispy, sweet, and healthy apple chips! Related posts:Fresh Coops, Happy Flock: Discover the Power of GrubTerra Coop RefresherKristin McConnellHi!! I’m Kristin McConnell,  I am so glad you are here! I am a wife to my amazing husband and a Mom of two fabulous kids. I love gardening, raising chickens, bee keeping and baking sourdough bread! livesimplywithkristin.com

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    July 19, 2024 / 0 Comments

    This beginner-friendly sourdough loaf recipe is designed to guide you through the entire bread-making process with ease. This recipe makes it easy to bake a delicious homemade sourdough loaf, perfect for beginners.

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    July 16, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Amazon Prime Day July 16-17, 2024 Lots of amazing deals! https://amzn.to/4bOeUkW

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    Homemade Tortillas are so easy & delicious that once you make these you’ll never go back to store-bought tortillas again.

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    Wow! 2022 was another dozy of a year! But we've made it to another year! I thought it would be fun to look back at my top ten most viewed blog posts from 2022 https://livesimplywithkristin.com/2022-top-ten-read-blog-posts/

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    April 16, 2024 / 0 Comments

    Transform your daily routine with the simple act of making your bed! Discover the surprising benefits of this small task, from boosting productivity and reducing stress to creating a tidier living space. Dive into the power of routine and discipline, and unlock a happier, more organized lifestyle. Elevate your mornings and set the tone for success with a beautifully made bed every day. Explore the magic of this everyday ritual and start your journey to a more serene and productive life!

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    🍞✨ Learn the art of no-discard sourdough! Create a robust and flavorful sourdough starter from scratch without the waste. Follow this step-by-step guide for homemade bread magic. 🌾🥖 #SourdoughStarter #NoWasteBaking #HomemadeBread #ArtisanalBaking #DIYBread #WildYeast

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    Essential oils may be great for aromatherapy, but can they really be used to help clean your home? In fact, lemon, tea tree, rosemary, lavender, and peppermint essential oils are all naturally antibacterial, whereas many more, like orange, pine, and eucalyptus, are often major ingredients in less-natural cleaning products. For me, the initial purchase of a bunch of essential oils was absolutely worth it; only a few drops are ever used at once, and they have plenty of uses around the home. Here are just a few of the ways you can clean and freshen your house with them.

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  • Benefits of Not Raking Your Leaves in the Fall

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    "Discover the surprising benefits of embracing nature this fall! 🍂 Learn why leaving your leaves unraked can create a thriving, eco-friendly garden, providing natural mulch, habitat for wildlife, and a haven for essential pollinators like bees. 🐝🌿 Say goodbye to the rake and hello to a sustainable, beautiful backyard! #SustainableLandscaping #BeeFriendlyGarden #NoRakeNovember"

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    This blog has been sitting in my drafts since August! I’m not sure why it’s taken me so long to finally sit down and write this blog! I guess it’s because this whole new adventure has been emotional for me as a Mom! With Jack off to college away from home has been a bit of an adjustment. I knew it was going to be challenging but I was unaware how much I would miss him! Thanksgiving break is next week and I am counting down the days until Jack arrives home for break! This has been the longest I have been away from him. Another reason I wanted to…

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