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How to Spring Clean Your Diet

March 31, 2021 By the thoughtful spoon

Photo by Alison Marras on Unsplash Spring has officially sprung and it's time to reset and start fresh! It's the time of year where you can open the windows, let in some fresh air and get organized! They say the most successful way to tackle spring cleaning is to focus on one area at a time and I find it's the same methodology when cleaning up your diet! To start, focus in on each meal. What are your go-to's for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and any in-betweens? What are you drinking throughout the day? How often do you eat out? What's currently in your pantry or refrigerator? How can you ...

Summit Turns 4: Throwing a Birthday Party for Your Dog

March 23, 2021 By the thoughtful spoon

This post includes affiliate links to brands and products that I believe in and love. To read our full disclosure policy, please click here. Everyone told us that once our daughter was born, Summit would fade into the background and become just 'a dog'. Tim and I refused to let this become true and have been trying to make a concerted effort this past year to avoid just that. While life is looking a little different for all of us these days, there are still aspects of Summit's Brooklyn routine that we've been keeping alive. We still take him to the dog park (even though we now have a ...

Support Small Businesses this Holiday with These Unique Finds from Etsy

December 4, 2020 By the thoughtful spoon

Photo by Mel Poole on Unsplash This post includes affiliate links to brands and products that I believe in and love. To read our full disclosure policy, please click here. Working at Etsy, I'm inspired everyday by our community of sellers and their creativity. Small businesses need our love now more than ever, so what better time to visit Etsy and support independent entrepreneurs?! Below are just some of my favorites from Etsy this year, which I hope inspire you to find your own perfect gifts this holiday season. For more Etsy picks, check out these gift guides, curated by the ...

Testing Out Blue Light Blocking Glasses

November 19, 2020 By the thoughtful spoon

Blue Light Blocking Glasses // Porter Reusable Ceramic Mug This post includes affiliate links to brands and products that I believe in and love. To read our full disclosure policy, please click here. The jury is still out on if blue-light blocking glasses actually work, but after staring at a computer screen for 10+ hours a day, I figured it couldn't hurt to give them a try. Since returning to work in September and joining the new norm that is working from home full time, I'm definitely glued to my computer far more during the day than when I was in the office. I actually do ...

The Best Toys for 6-8 Month Old Babies under $10

November 14, 2020 By the thoughtful spoon

This post includes affiliate links to brands and products that I believe in and love. To read our full disclosure policy, please click here. Whether you're looking for some new options for your child's toy rotation or an easy gift, these picks haven't failed us yet. These are some of Aveline's absolute favorites and at less than $10 each, you really can't go wrong! Clockwise from left: Fisher Price Rock-a-Stack: An oldie but goodie, there's a reason this toy has stood the test of time. It seems so simple, but along with providing hours of entertainment, these stackable rings will also ...

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