Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Garage Door Fishing Rod Storage Solution
When I say my husband loves to fish, I mean he LOVES to catch fish. Over the years he has collected many fishing rods but there’s a problem. He has so many that he can no longer store them in the corners of the garage. Sometimes it’s a mess because they get tangled up with […]
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Cubcoats | Stuffed Animal Turns Into Cozy Hoodie
Remember PillowPets? A stuffed animal that can also be used as a pillow? The new hot item for kids are Cubcoats! What are they? Cubcoats are stuffed animals that transform into soft fleece hoodies. They’re super adorable! One of my good friends recently bought them for her two young children and loves them so much […]
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3-D Mirascope Hologram Maker
I’m always looking for a unique, fun gifts for kids and adults to enjoy. It’s like one-stop shopping and if it includes magic or illusion… BAM! I get excited! The 3-D Mirascope Illusion Maker is a 2019 Toy of The Year Award Winner. It creates a holographic image from small objects placed inside, such as […]
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The ONE Thing | A Life-Changing Book
I read a lot books, both fiction and non-fiction. This book in particular stands out as one of the most life-changing I’ve come across. “The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results” by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan makes it crystal clear everything is NOT equal in life. We must spend our time […]
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Pillow Talk Celebrates How Couple Met
Where did your love story begin? Have a “pillow talk” that celebrates the start of something special. I was 13 years old when I met my future husband. He was 16 years old and rode a Yamaha 55 motorcycle. (The motors were small back then). He was visiting his cousin and gave all the boys on […]
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Photo + Candy Lips | DIY Valentine’s Day Cards
Feel like making your own Valentine’s Day cards this year? This one is easy peasy and super cute! All you need is a cute photo and candy lips. I used foil-wrapped chocolate candy lips I found at the dollar store, but you can also use lollipop lips. DIY Valentine’s Day Cards Instructions
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Clever & Comfy Men’s Underwear for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is mostly about girlfriends, wives, jewelry, flowers and chocolates. That means the guys are usually left out. How about a package for their package?! Yep! I can’t believe I just said that! I’m talking about men’s underwear, people! And not the boring white cotton briefs either. My husband, Randy, and I were looking […]
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Couple’s Gratitude Journal
I started journaling in grade school, and I’ve done it ever since. I enjoy writing down life’s moments, both big and small, that I always want to remember. By deciding on what to write, I’m able to reflect on my life, my thoughts, and my feelings. It’s both therapeutic and satisfying. My husband has never […]
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Rockabye Lil’ Biker Motorcycle Rocker
This is not your parent’s rocking horse rocker they grew up riding because today’s rockers are soft and waaay cuter! It’s been 14 years since we’ve had a baby in the house for our family’s Christmas Eve gift exchange. I was looking for a Christmas gift for my great nephew, Rogan, when I found the […]
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Memorable Lesson in the Power of Compound Interest
This gift is less about the money, but leaving children with a money lesson that will stick with them the rest of their life. When someone begins to understand the full power of compound interest and how it causes his or her savings to grow quickly over time, it motivates that individual to save money […]
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