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Thoughts and advice about living and loving life authentically from Cynthia Harper

DIY Halloween Boxtumes

There’s no denying that everywhere you look, things from the 90’s are making a comeback. So I worked with Amazon Prime to reminisce about some iconic things from the 90’s and whip up some costumes that lent a playful nod to that era. As a child of the 90’s, I vividly remember using floppy disks […]

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How to Transform Vintage Furniture with Chalked Paint

This project began with a simple statement: “Mom, I want to be an artist, and I want a rainbow on my wall.” So we emptied out a corner of my daughter’s room and decided to create an art space for her. The first step was to find a desk and chair for this space, so […]

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Amazon’s Prime Day Sales

One of my favorite days of the year:  Amazon Prime Day!  A day that I get to stay at home in my yoga pants and messy mom bun, and shop amazing deals with free shipping right from my sofa.  With a cherry coke in my hand.  Boom.  It’s pretty much a dream come true!  So […]

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How to install hardwood floor

How to Install Engineered Hardwood Floors

Installing floors can feel like a big task but with a few tools and simple tips, you CAN install engineered hardwood floors yourself in a weekend.  Let’s take a closer look at the process so that you are equipped with what you need to tackle this project! The first thing to do is to get […]

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The Real Reel: A Look Back at the Highs & Lows of 2018

2018 was quite a year.  And to be honest, I can hardly believe it’s almost over.   Many people like to share their highlight reel of 2018, focusing only on the highlights, the top 9’s, and the most-liked pics.  However, my life is so much more than a highlight reel.  There were some very low lows […]

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The 12 Days of Christmas Fun

I started a tradition that I like to call “The 12 Days of Christmas Fun”.   Three years ago after Christmas was over, I realized that in the midst of all the hustle and bustle, I had never gotten around to doing many of the fun holiday activities I had wanted to do with my kids.  […]

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Gift Guide for Everyone On Your List

I enjoy giving gifts at the holidays because it is a way to spark joy in others. I love the act of selecting an item that each person will truly love.  I believe in quality over quantity, and I really try to be intentional when deciding what to get each person on my list. Because […]

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Quick and easy budget bathroom makeover. Cynthia Harper's 2 days 200 dollars challenge.

My 2 Days 200 Dollars Challenge

My idea was simply this:  What can I do in just 2 days with $200 dollars?  I wanted a transformation that wouldn’t consume my life or break the bank.  There are lots of budget friendly ideas out there, but some of them are quite labor intensive.  I wanted to give our outdated 90’s basic builder […]

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5 Simple & Affordable tips for fall home decor by Cynthia Harper.

5 Simple & Affordable Ways to Decorate for Fall

Are you looking for Simple & Afforadable Ways to Decorate for the Fall Season?  Ideas that (gasp!) don’t necessarily involve pumpkins 😉   Here I’m sharing 5 Tips for Creating Simple and Budget Friendly Fall Decor: Tip 1: Use spray paint to make what you already own “feel” like fall. Take those galvanized lanterns you’ve got […]

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