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Candida Jagger

I’m a first-time mom. I work from home and write — mostly about my outdoor adventures, DIY projects, newly discovered products, and helpful tips as a first-time mom. I also like to share details about the alternative choices I’m exploring, as I enjoy this journey called motherhood. My family includes a toddler, 2 stepchildren, 1 dog, 1 cat, and a wonderful husband. My pre-pregnancy life was full of freedom and adventure, so I have a fresh new perspective when it comes to walking away from a career to become a full time stay at home Mama.

My Tips For Hiking Ozone Falls, Getting The Best View Of The Waterfall, Picnicking, And Swimming There With Kids & Dogs

With 2 dogs and 2 kids, we go hiking, swimming, picnicking, and sightseeing at Ozone Falls - one of my favorite Tennessee waterfalls! Good to know before you go...

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What’s The Best Baby Hiking Backpack? My Review Of The Osprey Poco AG Plus Child Carrier vs. The Kelty Pathfinder 3.0 Hiking Baby Carrier

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DIY Dog Bed Ideas: See How I Made XL Orthopedic Dog Beds For Our 2 Large Dogs

Want an orthopedic dog bed? I made my own cheap no-sew dog bed from memory foam for HALF the price of buying a new extra large dog bed! See how I made cheap dog beds for my large dogs myself.

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Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing Review: What To Expect Your First Time River Tubing With River Rat In Townsend TN (Or With ANY Outfitter)

East TN is hot. Floating down the river with River Rat Tubing is a great way to cool down! I've been tubing with River Rat several times. Here's my review and some helpful first-time tubing tips.

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This Garlic & Honey Cold Remedy Is How My Family Avoids Getting Sick, Naturally

My family rarely gets sick with cold or flu. We use this garlic & honey cold remedy anytime we start to feel sick. See the health benefits of garlic & honey

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Looking For A Bicycle Trailer For Your Child? We Bought A Weehoo Bike Trailer… And We Absolutely LOVE It!

A Weehoo bike trailer gives your child an open-air experience while cycling. Here's my review, how to install it, how to find the best deal on a used Weehoo trailer.

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Simple Teacher Gift Basket Ideas: $3 DIY Valentine Gifts For Your Favorite Teachers

Need teachers Valentines gifts quick? These fun (and useful) DIY Valentine gift baskets cost $3 to make. It's also a pencil holder after the candy is gone!

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PVC Christmas Tree Tutorial: A Fun Way To Put A Classy, Colorful Christmas Tree In Your Window!

A Christmas tree made of PVC pipe inspired by Martha Stewart. This PVC Christmas tree fits in a window - it's the perfect window Christmas tree! I have lights shining from the outside in -- to add more color to the PVC tree at night.

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Need DIY Winter Wreath Ideas? Here’s How To Make A Grapevine Wreath For Your Front Door

I make a new door wreath every month. For most of my front door wreaths, I use grapevines from my yard as a base. Here's how to make a grapevine wreath like the one you see here.

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