Making small homes work for busy families.
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Sharing what we’ve learned as AirBnb hosts, in particular the extras we provide as hosts to enhance the guests’ experience
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goals for 2026
Sharing my goals for 2026, including lots of fun, joyful activities. This isn’t a to-do list; rather, it’s a list of things that will hopefully…
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DIY: laundry room refresh
Vanessa updated the family laundry room, clearing out the junk, painting the room white, and organizing the canned goods and cleaning supplies. She also added…
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DIY Little Free Library
How to build a little library for your house. Learn from my experience, including mistakes I made.
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hostess gifts
Hostess gift ideas, including lower-priced gifts and gifts you can easily make yourself.
● About Me
I’m Vanessa, a wife and mom living in the DC suburbs. In 2017, I bought a rundown house and began renovating it with my husband, John. Together, we’ve made our small house into a cozy, comforting space for us and our four kids.