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Jen Merckling

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Everything you need to know for your BEST vacation to the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort! #floridabeachresort #jwmarriottmarcoisland #jwmarriott #marcoisland #romanticvacation #beachvacation #beachretreat #familyvacation #bestfloridabeaches #traveltips #beachgetaway

Beach Getaway: JW Marriott Marco Island Review

I love Florida.  Maybe it’s because the first time I ever laid eyes on the ocean (and became completely enamored) was on Florida’s sunny coast.  The ocean is my happy place.  But for whatever reason, my life is firmly planted in the Midwest (about as land-locked as a girl can get).  So–I dream of vacation…And…

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Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: Affiliate, Florida, JW Marriott Marco Island, Marriage, Romantic Getaway, Travel, Vacation

After 21 years of marriage, I treasure romantic getaways! Here are 5 Reasons Romantic Getaways should be a Top Priority for you and your marriage!

5 Reasons You Need a Romantic Getaway

Here’s the scoop–if you’re married with kids, you need a couple’s getaway! I know this is entirely easier said than done when you have little people–and the littler they are, the harder it is to leave! But you need this! So get ready to call grandma and pack your bags–I’ve got 5 reasons you need a…

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Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: Affiliate, Marriage, Travel, Vacation

Staying on or off Disney property is one of your first decisions when planning a Disney World vacation! Here's the pros and cons we've discovered!

Staying On or Off Disney Property at Disney World

Disclaimer:  This article was published in January 2018. While some of the general ideas are still accurate and helpful–this post is not current or updated. Please be sure to double check with your hotel or resort–(and Disney) for updates and clarification on their policies! My absolute favorite blog for updated Disney information is Disney Tourist…

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5 Must Bring Items to Disney World – Save Time and Money in the Parks!

A trip to Disney World is so exciting—we have visited four times with our family and absolutely love it! If you’re a little overwhelmed about planning your family’s visit, I’ve got you covered! This post is all about 5 Must Bring Items to Disney World —items you definitely should bring, but you may not think of….

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Filed Under: Family, Lifestyle Tagged With: Affiliate, Disney, Disney Planning, large family, Packing for Disney, Vacation

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Hello! Welcome--I'm Jen! I've got 6 kiddos (including sweet twins) --lots of laundry and always dirty dishes! I've been Jason's wife for 26 years, a mommy for 24 years, and a homeschooler for 20+ years...I'd love to be friends. ♡

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Audrey graduated from KU over the weekend!! We’r Audrey graduated from KU over the weekend!! We’re so proud of her!! ❤️💙🥰🎉
Everything’s bigger in Texas…🤠❤️ Includ Everything’s bigger in Texas…🤠❤️
Including the love & hospitality of my husband’s brother & sister-in-law! 🥰
I’m so thankful for the time together…They even got me in the water!! 🌊🚤❤️
Had so much fun showing our Chiefs Love in Disney…We got a lot of love back—but also some haters…
😂❤️💛😏 #chiefskingdom in the #magickingdom 🏰
My sweet sister & I just created this adorable Fal My sweet sister & I just created this adorable Fall Coloring & Activity Book for Kids!🍁🎉
Just sweet—no Halloween references…Your kids will love all the whimsical details & fun activities!!🧡 

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🍁Quick Tip: I love planning for the next school 🍁Quick Tip: I love planning for the next school week on Fridays! After we wrap up each  subject, I write out next week’s plan…

🤓I used to plan on Sunday night—but this routine has been so helpful because…
🍁Where we are & what we’re doing is fresh in my head.
🍁It feels faster because it’s broken into small chunks—I plan as we finish each subject & before I put away those materials for the weekend.
🍁I don’t have to drag things out on Sunday—because the planning is already done! 🎉
🍁 I know if I need to grab any supplies over the weekend! 

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Created a sweet little notebook… Matches my Home Created a sweet little notebook…
Matches my Homeschool Lesson Planner! 👯‍♀️
Perfect for journaling & reflecting…🥰💗 

Details:
7x10 inches, 110 pages, lined notebook 
Available as a matte paperback or hardcover! 
(I like to use hardcover notebooks for Bible study.)💗

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