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Glacier National Park: tips for an amazing adventure
Glacier National Park in Montana is one of my favorite places in the world! But it can be a little daunting to plan a vacation…
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rearranging the kitchen shelves
Our kitchen and dining room is the heart of our home. One of my favorite views in this room is the open shelving we mounted…
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bathroom renovation
When we bought this house, the bathroom on the main level was absolutely terrible. There was no toilet seat, there were dead bugs in the…
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living room update
We’ve lived here for almost four years now, and I’ve never been completely happy with the living room. When we bought the house, the living…
● 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.
