About Amanda

Amanda is an RN by title, but writer by heart. She lives in NC with her two feral children, hard-working hubby, and insane chihuahua. She enjoys watching too much TV, thinking she can craft, and occasionally blogging about her upside down life. You can catch her, at any given time, stalking people on social media or reading books on her phone, because it's easier that way. Bring her coffee, and she'll love you for life.

5 Reasons You Might Actually Hate Disney World

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Disney World is, in fact, the most magical place on earth (if you don't agree, we can take this outside). If you haven't been, put a ten-day (MINIMUM) stay on your bucket list now. It is truly its own insulated world, segregated from the rest of the world, full of magic, charm, laughter, and a sprinkling of pixie dust. There are some reasons, however, you may want to avoid this magical world of warm fuzzies, child-like laughter, and fun. Here are 5 reasons you might actually hate Disney World. 5 Reasons You Might Actually Hate Disney World You hate delicious food. Disney World Keep Reading >>>

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Why I Am Obsessed With Watching Oyster Openings on Facebook

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What is the deal with all the pearl shucking shows live on Facebook? I mean, I want to hate them, but I spend hours glued to my fricking screen, just waiting to see what color pearl pops out of the gooey guts of an oyster. They aren't even MY pearls, and I'm on the edge of my seat. Seriously, I want to know why I am obsessed with watching oyster openings on Facebook! Why I Am Obsessed With Watching Oyster Openings on Facebook Mermaid!! Be a mermaid!! It's a black pearl!! Ooh, I haven't seen a cranberry color yet! Maybe she'll pull out a royal blue one!! TWINS!! That one has Keep Reading >>>

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Why Is Valentine’s Day Still A Thing?

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I'm just going to go ahead and say it: I don't like Valentine's Day. Oh, don't get me wrong. I'm all for love. I appreciate both the grande gestures that take immense planning and the small gestures that may simply come in the form of hand holding or brushing a stray hair out of a partner's eyes. What I don't like is the expectation. I don't like the conditioning we have towards giving and receiving gifts on a certain day to prove our love.I don't like the retail push for spending money on trinkets that get disregarded by the next week. Seriously, why is Valentine's Day still a Keep Reading >>>

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10 Things We Were Taught In Kindergarten That Are Still Important Today

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Kindergarten was a fun time, man! Playing, napping, running, making friends, glue, glitter, and very little responsibility. Not only was it a magical and enchanting year of school, but it prepared us for the real world like no other grade could, and with the most basic things you wouldn't really think about. In an ode to kindergarteners everywhere, I give you 10 Things We Were Taught In Kindergarten That Are Still Important Today 10 Things We Were Taught In Kindergarten That Are Still Important Today 1. Take daily naps or rest times. This helps reset your whole system. Quiet time is Keep Reading >>>

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9 Boredom Busters To Keep Kids Busy, And Keep Mommy Sane

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The kids are home and I'm about to lose it. Don't get me wrong, I love my little hyperactive, feral children, but I'm about to lose my mind. If my son asks for ONE MORE extra meal, or my daughter proclaims AGAIN in that piercing, whiny voice, “I'm bored,” I'm going to lose a little more than just my mind! They are going stir-crazy, and making me bananas. Here are 9 boredom busters to keep kids busy, and keep mommy sane. Hopefully the kids will get so engrossed in these activities, they will calm it for half a minute so I don't lose it. Hopefully you will find some use in them, too! 9 Keep Reading >>>

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