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The First Night I Ever Spent With My Husband

10 years ago on this day, we spent the night together for the first time in PJ’s 600 sq ft house after texting each other for two days straight. How has it already been a decade? At the same time, it feels like it’s been 100 years. Here’s how it all went down…

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Parenthood

The Property Lovers
You’re Not Just Natural, You’re Essential
You’re Not Just Natural, You’re Essential
The Top Baby Names of 2025
The Top Baby Names of 2025
Why We Should Let Our Kids Lead Their Own Play
Why We Should Let Our Kids Lead Their Own Play
Should We Let Our Kids Fail More?
Should We Let Our Kids Fail More?
Why I Love the Idea of a Landline for Kids
Why I Love the Idea of a Landline for Kids
Back to School Essentials
Back to School Essentials

Marriage & Relationships

The Property Lovers
Today is National Hugging Day! Here are Six Easy Ways to Celebrate
Today is National Hugging Day! Here are Six Easy Ways to Celebrate
The One Hour at Night That Changed How Our Days Feel
The One Hour at Night That Changed How Our Days Feel
10 Things We've Learned from 10 Years of Marriage
10 Things We've Learned from 10 Years of Marriage
Marriage Equality Under Fire: What’s Really Going On
Marriage Equality Under Fire: What’s Really Going On
What It’s Like to Be Married and Still Flirt
What It’s Like to Be Married and Still Flirt
Scenes from the River (And the Man Who Always Carries the Towels)
Scenes from the River (And the Man Who Always Carries the Towels)

Design

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All About the New Pinch-Pleated Blackout Curtains in Our Bedroom
All About the New Pinch-Pleated Blackout Curtains in Our Bedroom
Holiday House Decked Out for the Holidays
Holiday House Decked Out for the Holidays
The Best Pinch Pleat Curtains on Amazon That Look Custom (But Aren’t!)
The Best Pinch Pleat Curtains on Amazon That Look Custom (But Aren’t!)
Cozy Comforting Fall Candles
Cozy Comforting Fall Candles
Autumn Mantel Decor
Autumn Mantel Decor
Fall Front Door Decor
Fall Front Door Decor

Food

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Creamy Lasagna Soup with Italian Sausage
Creamy Lasagna Soup with Italian Sausage
The Ultimate Breakfast Casserole Recipe for a Crowd
The Ultimate Breakfast Casserole Recipe for a Crowd
Classic Chicken Casserole with Buttery Ritz Cracker Topping
Classic Chicken Casserole with Buttery Ritz Cracker Topping
Soft Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Soft Pumpkin Whoopie Pies with Cream Cheese Frosting
PJ’s Famous Chicken Tortilla Soup
PJ’s Famous Chicken Tortilla Soup
Creamy Red Wine Beef Stew (Slow Cooker Recipe for Cozy Fall Nights)
Creamy Red Wine Beef Stew (Slow Cooker Recipe for Cozy Fall Nights)

Style

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Is This the Sexiest Scent Ever?
Is This the Sexiest Scent Ever?
A Love Letter to Mac Coats
A Love Letter to Mac Coats
The Face Serum I’ve Been Using Every Day Lately
The Face Serum I’ve Been Using Every Day Lately
The Best Coats & Jackets for Fall
The Best Coats & Jackets for Fall
How to Dress Like You Just Stepped Out of a 90s J.Crew Catalog
How to Dress Like You Just Stepped Out of a 90s J.Crew Catalog
More of Our Favorite Pieces From Banana Republic’s 50% Off Sale
More of Our Favorite Pieces From Banana Republic’s 50% Off Sale

Refugees

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When Winter Comes Knocking, No One Should Be Left in the Cold
When Winter Comes Knocking, No One Should Be Left in the Cold
Helping Refugees Starts With Paying Attention (and How You Can Get Involved)
Helping Refugees Starts With Paying Attention (and How You Can Get Involved)
Today is Giving Tuesday
Today is Giving Tuesday
Compassion Without Borders: Why We Must Stand with Refugees
Compassion Without Borders: Why We Must Stand with Refugees
What is a Refugee?
What is a Refugee?
In Times of War, Choose Compassion
In Times of War, Choose Compassion

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The Best Coats & Jackets for Fall
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Cozy Comforting Fall Candles
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