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Hot Chocolate Popsicle Bombs
Hot Chocolate Popsicle Bombs

If hot chocolate bombs and hot chocolate sticks had a baby, it would be hot chocolate popsicles. Also, check out my no-brainer tempering method.

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SweetsGrace AquinoDecember 19, 2020chocolate bombs, chocolate, chocolate popsiclesComment
Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe
Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe

These hot chocolate bombs are so satisfying not just to look at but also to enjoy! What’s not there to love with a cup of hot cocoa and marshmallows in the cool weather?!

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SweetsGrace AquinoDecember 10, 2020hot cocoa bombs, chocolate bombs, sweets, winter recipes, recipesComment
Sights and Sounds: Utah and Arizona
Sights and Sounds: Utah and Arizona

We spent 10 days exploring Utah and Arizona’s national parks and landmarks! This itinerary is full-packed with hikes in Angel’s Landing and The Narrows.

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All Travel, Sights and Sounds, Travel GuideGrace AquinoNovember 28, 2020Utah, Arizona, Road Trip Comments
2020 Twilight Tour in Forks, Washington Travel Guide
2020 Twilight Tour in Forks, Washington Travel Guide

Werewolves and vampires descended in Forks, WA in Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight book series. We took a self-guided Twilight Forks tour during our recent PNW visit!

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All Travel, Travel GuideGrace AquinoNovember 3, 2020Twilight, Road Trip Comments
10 Steps in Planning an Epic National Park Road Trip
10 Steps in Planning an Epic National Park Road Trip

Here are 10 easy steps to help you plan an epic national park road trip!

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Travel Guide, Lifestyle, All TravelGrace AquinoOctober 13, 2020national park, Travel GuideComment
Shower and Toilet in Our Campervan
Shower and Toilet in Our Campervan

One of the most asked questions we get is how we shower and use the toilet while living in the van. Check out our 3 shower setups and portable shower, vanlife-style!

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Van LifeGrace AquinoOctober 11, 2020Van Life, van build, shower, toilet Comment
How to Convert a Camper Van into the Ultimate Mobile Home
How to Convert a Camper Van into the Ultimate Mobile Home

Check out these stops in converting a van into your own tiny home on wheels!

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Van Life, All TravelGrace AquinoOctober 11, 2020van build, Van LifeComment
Sights and Sounds: Pacific Northwest
Sights and Sounds: Pacific Northwest

We spent 15 days exploring the diverse landscape of Pacific Northwest from the rugged coast of Oregon to the 3 national parks of the state of Washington.

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Sights and Sounds, All Travel, Travel Guide, Van LifeGrace AquinoOctober 11, 2020Pacific Northwest, Road Trip, oregon, WashingtonComment
2020 Ikea Camper Van Conversion for $2000
2020 Ikea Camper Van Conversion for $2000

This campervan was built with Ikea furnishings for just $2000. It’s beautiful, practical and functional.

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Van Life, Vanbuild, FeaturedGrace AquinoSeptember 16, 2020van build, Van Life, Ikea Comments
How to Buy a Tiny House
How to Buy a Tiny House

If you’re thinking about downsizing in a big way, here’s how to buy a tiny house and

simplify your life.

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Lifestyle, Van Life, VanbuildadminSeptember 11, 2020Tiny House, Van LifeComment
Sights and Sounds: Mount Shasta and Mount Hood
Sights and Sounds: Mount Shasta and Mount Hood

Here’s a full-packed 4-day road trip from Sacramento to Mount Shasta (California) to Crater Lake and Mount Hood (Oregon).

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All Travel, Sights and Sounds, Van Life, Travel GuideGrace AquinoSeptember 8, 2020Mount Shasta, Mount Hood, California, Oregon, Crater Lake, WaterfallsComment
Sights and Sounds: West Coast Loop Road Trip
Sights and Sounds: West Coast Loop Road Trip

We spent 30 days traveling the west and midwest of the United States in our self-converted camper van, Flippie!

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All Travel, Sights and Sounds, Travel Guide, Van LifeGrace AquinoAugust 27, 2020Van Life, Travel, Travel Guide, west coast, boondocking Comments
Cherry Jam Recipe with Canning Instructions
Cherry Jam Recipe with Canning Instructions

This cherry jam recipe became an instant favorite for us at home! Freshly picked from the farm, this recipe is a perfect combination of tang and sweet, especially on top of a buttered toast! Also, checkout out my canning tips and tricks to help extend this summer’s bounty into winter’s feast!

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SweetsGrace AquinoJuly 20, 2020Jam, cherry, sweets, recipe Comments
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