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How We Made Our Home Hurricane-Resistant

Hurricane Isaias was the first major storm to threaten our area since we moved here 6.5 years ago. We followed mandatory evacuation orders and drove several hours inland…

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How to Choose a Baby Name: Tips for Meaning, Style, and Trends

As a former professional product namer, I’ve named everything from cheeseburgers to cell phones, and yes—I love helping pick baby names too. Brainstorming, researching meanings, and testing name…

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100 Celebrity Baby Names from Hollywood Stars

I’ve always loved helping people find baby names — John and I even pitched a pet-naming book before this blog — so celebrity baby names naturally fascinate me.…

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All 2027 Colors of the Year So Far

Color of the Year announcements began surprisingly early this season—some as early as August—but by the holiday period nearly every major paint and color authority had revealed its…

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Propagate Pothos Cuttings: Water and Soil Methods

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) are not only forgiving, low-maintenance houseplants — they’re also exceptionally easy to propagate. Propagating pothos is an inexpensive, simple way to expand your collection, share…

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Over 100 Gender-Neutral Baby Names

In my ongoing mission to help parents find the perfect name, I’ve already shared lists of 100 classic girl names and 100 classic boy names. But increasingly parents…

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7 Can’t-Miss Things to Do in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg

This year we brought our kids to Dolly Parton’s home in the Tennessee Smokies for our Spring Break. The week was packed with family fun, great food, and…

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Spring Break Getaways for Families

Planning a family spring break trip can be tricky—especially when you want warmth, unique experiences, and fewer crowds. After living full-time on Florida’s Emerald Coast, we’ve learned how…

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100 One-Syllable Boy Names That Stand Out

I couldn’t share a list of one-syllable girl names without putting together a companion list for boys. Short, one-syllable boy names have been popular for centuries — from…

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100 One-Syllable Baby Girl Names

I’m back with more baby-name inspiration because I love everything about names. One-syllable girl names have been quietly growing in appeal as many parents move away from longer,…

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