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Audiobooks are my secret weapon. I’m an elementary librarian and a mother of young children. I’m a huge proponent of reading. I’m a person who wraps a lot of her identity in books and stories. And yet, there are times when I go…a while…without picking up a book. Which means my children are going awhile without me reminding them to pick up a book. Which means my students are going awhile without their librarian gathering recommendations for new books. An identity crisis often ensues. Instead of overthinking or panicking, I can turn to my trusty audiobooks. Doing dishes, driving home...

  Welcome to Debbie-Dabble Blog!!   I am so happy you decided to stop by!!   Just a reminder, I will be posting on Wednesdays and Sundays every week so be sure to check back on those days to see a new post......   Today, I will be sharing how I decorated the Front Porch and Yard for Fall......      But First, Thanks to Angie, over at God's Growing Garden, and Marci, over at Stone Cottage Adventures, who are the Garden Hosts that chose my post, Neighborhood Landscaping Projects, as one of their features for Garden Week from last Month's...

While the towel rack is a vital part of the bathroom, it is often treated as a forlorn addition. At a glance, the installation of the towel rack seems to be pretty straightforward. However, the truth is that you do need to consider several factors first before deciding on where to install this standard bathroom hardware.  Several tower rack placements are available in the bathroom, but the connecting thread with all of these options is visibility, accessibility, and convenience. Hence, the tower rack is best installed next to the sink, shower, bathtub, and behind the door.  Choosing where to put...

Getting set up with HomeKit accessories from Aqara doesn't cost a lot with the Hub M2. When looking at the broader smart home landscape, it's clear that users of Alexa and Google Assistant have much more choice when it comes to accessories and that they can often get set up for less than the average HomeKit home costs. Apple users have known this from the start and, for the most part, have chosen to stick with HomeKit for the tight integration with Apple products, rock-solid reliability, and added privacy it affords. Historically, if you wanted to get set up with...

Imagine a bucolic destination that’s less than 150 miles from a major metropolis, yet still feels like a world away. The rolling hills of western Massachusetts — more commonly known as the Berkshires — are smack dab in between New York City and Boston. It’s the perfect spot for a long weekend escape from the hustle and bustle. That’s why I was excited to spend a few days away from the concrete jungle of Manhattan (otherwise known as where I call home). This past Fourth of July, I checked in to Hyatt’s Wyndhurst Manor & Club in the picturesque town...