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Plymouth Village

A Family-Friendly Weekend in Plymouth, MA: History, Museums and Harbor Walks

July 17, 2025September 22, 2025

Plymouth, Massachusetts—often called “America’s Hometown”—is a rare mix of living history and seaside charm. From walking the decks of the Mayflower II to chatting with costumed interpreters at Plimoth Patuxet,…

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cluttered messy kitchen

20 Decluttering Challenges to Transform Your Space (and Your Mind!)

June 14, 2025June 14, 2025

If you are feeling overwhelmed by clutter but don’t know where to start, you’re not alone. I've been actively decluttering my home for the last six month, and I'm already…

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Kids picking up trash at the beach

10 Simple Ways to Volunteer With Your Kids (And Why It Matters)

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025

Volunteering as a family is one of the most meaningful ways to connect with each other—and your community. It doesn’t have to be a big, time-consuming effort. Sometimes, the smallest…

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Family at the beach with no financial worry

8 Hidden Bank Fees that Drain Your Wallet (And How to Fix Them)

April 23, 2025April 23, 2025

Let’s be honest — no one intends to waste money. But sometimes, the bank fees sneak in. One here, another there…and suddenly, you're looking at a decreasing bank account balance.…

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Eco-Friendly Easter Basket Ideas That Kids (and the Planet) Will Love

April 1, 2025April 2, 2025

Easter can a magical time for kids — the excitement of the Easter Bunny, colorful eggs, and of course, discovering a basket full of treats. But it can also be…

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Lucha Libre is one of Mexico’s most iconic forms of entertainment. Here’s what you need to know: 👉🏻 Each match features masked wrestlers (“luchadores”) who are either the rudos (villains) or técnicos (heroes). 👉🏻 Yes, the matches are choreographed, but are also incredibly athletic, with flips, throws, punches and jumps from the ring. 👉🏻 In Mexico City, the best place to experience Lucha Libre is Arena México, known as “the Cathedral of Lucha Libre.” Shows happen weekly—Tuesdays, Fridays, and family-friendly Sundays at 5pm. 👉🏻 Tickets are cheapest through Ticketmaster Mexico ( I paid $62 USD for 4 tickets). If you’re traveling solo or would like to go with a group, Viator has great options. I went back and forth whether we we should go or not, but in the end, I’m glad we did. It’s such a quintessential part of Mexican culture. Pro tip: Buy a mask. I was resistant, buy it made it the experience way more fun for the them. The streets are lined with vendors, and you should be able to get one for $10. Whether you’re traveling with kids or just want to experience pure Mexican pop culture magic, Lucha Libre is an absolute must. Have you been to a Lucha Libre (Mexican wrestling) match? What did you think? Hi, I’m Robin 👋 Helping busy moms turn everyday chaos into calm, joyful living. Follow along as we live simply, declutter with intention, shop mindfully, and find joy in everyday adventures ✨ #luchalibremexicana #mexicocity #designingalifefantastic #travelwithkids

Lucha Libre is one of Mexico’s most iconic forms of entertainment. Here’s what you need to know:

👉🏻 Each match features masked wrestlers (“luchadores”) who are either the rudos (villains) or técnicos (heroes).

👉🏻 Yes, the matches are choreographed, but are also incredibly athletic, with flips, throws, punches and jumps from the ring.

👉🏻 In Mexico City, the best place to experience Lucha Libre is Arena México, known as “the Cathedral of Lucha Libre.” Shows happen weekly—Tuesdays, Fridays, and family-friendly Sundays at 5pm.

👉🏻 Tickets are cheapest through Ticketmaster Mexico ( I paid $62 USD for 4 tickets). If you’re traveling solo or would like to go with a group, Viator has great options.

I went back and forth whether we we should go or not, but in the end, I’m glad we did. It’s such a quintessential part of Mexican culture.

Pro tip: Buy a mask. I was resistant, buy it made it the experience way more fun for the them. The streets are lined with vendors, and you should be able to get one for $10.

Whether you’re traveling with kids or just want to experience pure Mexican pop culture magic, Lucha Libre is an absolute must.

Have you been to a Lucha Libre (Mexican wrestling) match? What did you think?

Hi, I’m Robin 👋 Helping busy moms turn everyday chaos into calm, joyful living. Follow along as we live simply, declutter with intention, shop mindfully, and find joy in everyday adventures ✨

#luchalibremexicana #mexicocity #designingalifefantastic #travelwithkids ...

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Lucha Libre (Mexican wrestling) is one of Mexico’s most iconic forms of entertainment. Here’s what you need to know: 👉🏻 Each match features masked wrestlers (“luchadores”) who are either the rudos (villains) or técnicos (heroes). 👉🏻 Yes, the matches are choreographed, but are also incredibly athletic, with flips, throws, punches and jumps from the ring. 👉🏻 In Mexico City, the best place to experience Lucha Libre is Arena México, known as “the Cathedral of Lucha Libre.” Shows happen weekly—Tuesdays, Fridays, and family-friendly Sundays at 5pm. 👉🏻 Tickets are cheapest through Ticketmaster Mexico ( I paid $62 USD for 4 tickets). If you’re traveling solo or would like to go with a group, Viator has great options. I went back and forth whether we we should go or not, but in the end, I’m glad we did. It’s such a quintessential part of Mexican culture. Pro tip: Buy a mask. I was resistant, buy it made it the experience way more fun for the them. The streets are lined with vendors, and you should be able to get one for $10. Whether you’re traveling with kids or just want to experience pure Mexican pop culture magic, Lucha Libre is an absolute must. Have you been to a Lucha Libre match? What did you think? Hi, I’m Robin 👋 Helping busy moms turn everyday chaos into calm, joyful living. Follow along as we live simply, declutter with intention, shop mindfully, and find joy in everyday adventures ✨ #luchalibremexicana #mexicocity #designingalifefantastic #travelwithkids

Lucha Libre (Mexican wrestling) is one of Mexico’s most iconic forms of entertainment. Here’s what you need to know:

👉🏻 Each match features masked wrestlers (“luchadores”) who are either the rudos (villains) or técnicos (heroes).

👉🏻 Yes, the matches are choreographed, but are also incredibly athletic, with flips, throws, punches and jumps from the ring.

👉🏻 In Mexico City, the best place to experience Lucha Libre is Arena México, known as “the Cathedral of Lucha Libre.” Shows happen weekly—Tuesdays, Fridays, and family-friendly Sundays at 5pm.

👉🏻 Tickets are cheapest through Ticketmaster Mexico ( I paid $62 USD for 4 tickets). If you’re traveling solo or would like to go with a group, Viator has great options.

I went back and forth whether we we should go or not, but in the end, I’m glad we did. It’s such a quintessential part of Mexican culture.

Pro tip: Buy a mask. I was resistant, buy it made it the experience way more fun for the them. The streets are lined with vendors, and you should be able to get one for $10.

Whether you’re traveling with kids or just want to experience pure Mexican pop culture magic, Lucha Libre is an absolute must.

Have you been to a Lucha Libre match? What did you think?

Hi, I’m Robin 👋 Helping busy moms turn everyday chaos into calm, joyful living. Follow along as we live simply, declutter with intention, shop mindfully, and find joy in everyday adventures ✨

#luchalibremexicana #mexicocity #designingalifefantastic #travelwithkids ...

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I forgot to mention the $20 I won in Vegas 🎰 I didn’t let a surprise $700 in car repair ruin my mood, nor did I dip into savings to pay for it. Instead I patiently waited for the money to show up in surprising ways. The most surprising was $60 for an item I had listed on Facebook Marketplace of a year. A YEAR! I don’t even know how many times I renewed that listing 😆 Changing how I talked about money changed everything for me. I stopped saying “I don’t have money” (even though I, in fact, didn’t have money) and instead said “Money is always coming my way.” I went from long-term unemployed with a drained bank account to working full time with a replenished savings account. Are you ready to reset your relationship with money and start attracting more of it with ease? Comment GUIDE and send you the steps I used to embrace an abundant mindset. It’s only $7 includes both manifesty stuff and practical tips. You got this! ✨

I forgot to mention the $20 I won in Vegas 🎰

I didn’t let a surprise $700 in car repair ruin my mood, nor did I dip into savings to pay for it. Instead I patiently waited for the money to show up in surprising ways. The most surprising was $60 for an item I had listed on Facebook Marketplace of a year. A YEAR! I don’t even know how many times I renewed that listing 😆

Changing how I talked about money changed everything for me. I stopped saying “I don’t have money” (even though I, in fact, didn’t have money) and instead said “Money is always coming my way.” I went from long-term unemployed with a drained bank account to working full time with a replenished savings account.

Are you ready to reset your relationship with money and start attracting more of it with ease? Comment GUIDE and send you the steps I used to embrace an abundant mindset. It’s only $7 includes both manifesty stuff and practical tips. You got this! ✨ ...

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There’s a better way to marinate food, and it saves you time, money, and it doesn’t end up in the landfill. Plastic bags might seem convenient, but every time you use them, microplastics end up in your food, and body. Most people already eat a credit card’s worth of plastic every week. What?!? No thanks. I can’t get rid of all plastic in my life, but I can eliminate a lot by changing my habits. Instead of reaching for a plastic bag to marinate meat, grab a glass, metal or ceramic bowl for your meal prep. It’s reusable, toxin-free and saves you money because you’re not constantly buying bags that you use once then throw in the trash. Small swaps make a big difference — for your health, your wallet and the planet. Comment SWAPS and I’ll send you my Easy Kitchen Swaps List for more ways to ditch plastic for good. Follow @thejoyfulrobin for easy ways to live simply and sustainably, freeing up your time and money for more peace and joy. #plasticfree #zerowastekitchen #microplastics #sustainableliving #toxinfreeliving #kitchenhacks #lowwasteliving

There’s a better way to marinate food, and it saves you time, money, and it doesn’t end up in the landfill.

Plastic bags might seem convenient, but every time you use them, microplastics end up in your food, and body.

Most people already eat a credit card’s worth of plastic every week. What?!? No thanks. I can’t get rid of all plastic in my life, but I can eliminate a lot by changing my habits.

Instead of reaching for a plastic bag to marinate meat, grab a glass, metal or ceramic bowl for your meal prep. It’s reusable, toxin-free and saves you money because you’re not constantly buying bags that you use once then throw in the trash.

Small swaps make a big difference — for your health, your wallet and the planet.

Comment SWAPS and I’ll send you my Easy Kitchen Swaps List for more ways to ditch plastic for good.

Follow @thejoyfulrobin for easy ways to live simply and sustainably, freeing up your time and money for more peace and joy.

#plasticfree #zerowastekitchen #microplastics #sustainableliving #toxinfreeliving #kitchenhacks #lowwasteliving ...

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