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Because a creative life doesn’t have to be perfect — just rooted and real.

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Because a creative life doesn’t have to be perfect — just rooted and real.
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    What I Pack: A Rooted & Real Camping Medicine Kit

    March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Motherhood

    There’s something about heading into the woods that makes me want to simplify everything—our meals, our routines, even the way we approach medicine and care for our bodies. But simple doesn’t mean unprepared. When I pack for camping season here in Minnesota, I bring a small, thoughtfully curated…

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    Getting Ready for Camping Season (The Slow Way)

    March 22, 2026March 28, 2026 Motherhood

    Every year, as the weather starts to turn, I feel the pull to get outside again. Camping season always sounds simple in theory—but if I’m not intentional, it can quickly turn into overpacking, overbuying, and overcomplicating. So instead of rushing into it, I’ve started creating a slower rhythm…

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    Simple Valentine’s Day Traditions for Moms and Kids: Slowing Down to Celebrate Love

    February 15, 2026March 1, 2026 Motherhood

    Celebrate Valentine’s Day with simple, meaningful family traditions. Slow down, enjoy the moment, and create heartfelt memories with your kids — the chores can wait.

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  • Amazon July Sale Finds

    July 6, 2024December 26, 2025 Motherhood

    Amazon July 2024 Sale Event

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  • Easter Basket Ideas for Kids: What to Put in a Holiday Basket (Easy & Fun)

    March 20, 2024January 10, 2026 Motherhood

    Get creative Easter basket ideas for kids — from fun treats and toys to books and pajamas. Discover what to include for toddlers, schoolagers, and more!

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  • gift basket for kids, with a teddy bear, applesauce packet, water bottle, wood toy, coloring book and crayons along with annie's snack.

    Kids Hotel Welcome Bag Ideas + What to Include for Family-Friendly Travel

    March 6, 2024March 28, 2026 Motherhood

    Traveling with kids always holds a mix of things—the excitement of somewhere new, the disruption of routine, and the quiet hope that everything just goes smoothly. And over time, I’ve found that one small, simple thing can shift those first moments in the best way. A welcome bag….

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  • Kid’s Holiday Basket | St. Patrick’s Day Edition

    February 29, 2024December 26, 2025 Motherhood

    St. Patrick’s Day is something me and my family have always celebrated. Here are some ideas that I found for my kid’s holiday basket, St. Patrick’s Day edition. First and foremost. Target dollar spot is my usual go-to for holiday items. This is where I usually find holiday…

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  • Holiday Baskets for Kids

    February 8, 2024March 17, 2026 Motherhood

    Each holiday I try to do something special for my kids and so I go out and buy a bag or container for each holiday. This container usually gets destroyed or forgotten and thrown away. Starting this Valentine’s Day I’m going to try and change that with designated…

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  • Taking Care of Mom

    January 29, 2024December 26, 2025 Motherhood

    Being a mom is challenging, busy, brain-bending, meaningful, fulfilling, draining, and rewarding. I feel these things every day as a mom of two. The number one thing I struggle with 100% is taking care of myself, Mom. Taking care of the person who does all the things to…

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  • Baby #2 Wishlist

    January 26, 2023December 26, 2025 Motherhood

    It is truly a blessing that I get to compose this post. For two years this has been a hope of our family. As baby 2 is due to arrive, I’ve been thinking about things I consider newborn must-have baby items. These are baby items that will make…

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Welcome to Minnesota.Raye — a space where creativity, motherhood, and natural living meet. I’m Raye, a mom and maker learning to live more intentionally, heal naturally, and find beauty in everyday life. Because a creative life doesn’t have to be perfect — just rooted and real.

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