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Everyday problem-solvers and honest notes on what I'm using, trying and making. Keep what helps. Skip what doesn't.
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Alyssa GivensMost of our driving is short trips. A fat tire e-bike can cover errands, save gas, and add easy movement to your day. Here's the one I'm looking at and what to check first.
Alyssa GivensWhat creatine actually does for women, what to watch for (water weight, pregnancy, kidneys, caffeine, hair) and my honest take on BUBS unflavored creatine.
Alyssa GivensEvery Mama's Select bottle from pregnancy to breastfeeding, with what the brand says each one is for and how moms rate it on Amazon.
Alyssa GivensCrispy Parmesan chicken thighs with garlic Parmesan broccoli, stovetop or oven. Free printable recipe, Recipe Mode, and a one-tap Walmart grocery list.
Alyssa GivensA simple cheat sheet for all 7 knives in the Diagsh set, plus a roast chicken dinner that uses every one, with the right knife labeled for each step.
Alyssa GivensShe says she doesn't need anything. These 18 gifts for women are the small, everyday upgrades she'd never buy herself, from sleep to cozy to carry-every-day.
Alyssa GivensSafe gun storage for homes with kids, in plain words: locked, unloaded, ammunition separate. Plus the bedside safe we use and how to pick one that fits.
Alyssa GivensNew puppy essentials from a rescue pup who chews everything: the chew toy he finally kept, a mat for the water bowl mess, a starter vest and more.
Alyssa GivensSlime and squishy kits for kids, sorted: ready-made slime packs, a make-your-own stress ball kit and a paint-your-own squishy. No glue mess on your counter.
Meet Alyssa
I'm rebuilding my career, income and life with God at the center. This is where I share useful ideas and what I'm learning along the way.
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