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Some of my favorite books from 2023
Some of my favorite books from 2023

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DIY Winter Garden Wreath

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Happy Friday 12/8/23

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The financing we used to buy the new house (before paying it all off)
The financing we used to buy the new house (before paying it all off)

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Happy Friday 12/1/23

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How To Build A Hanging Laundry Rack (aka An English-Style Airer)

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Garrett built me a garden bed cover!
Garrett built me a garden bed cover!

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A Full Tour of the Finished Farmhouse ❤️
A Full Tour of the Finished Farmhouse ❤️

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