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Butterfly clips are adorable hair accessories that are super easy to install. Simply squeeze the butterfly wings to open the clip. Find a small section of hair for the clip to hold on to, and let go. There are fine teeth underneath the wings, that keep the tiny clips in place. How To Use Butterfly Clips? You can use butterfly clips as a colorful way to keep hair off the face. You can also use them to decorate different styles like buns, braids, or a curly fro. Do Butterfly Clips Hurt? They shouldn’t. Butterfly clips do not need to sit close to the scalp. This makes them way more comfortable than headbands with teeth or even bobbie pins. Are Butterfly Clips Heavy? No! Butterfly clips are typically made from a thin plastic. This makes them lighter than other accessories like bobbles, beads, or even barrettes. How To Stop Butterfly Clips From Falling Out? Butterfly clips can fall out the hair if they do not have a good grip. If you are putting the clip on a braid, make sure the teeth sink into the braid not just around the braid. If the hair is out, you can slightly twist a section of hair so that the clip has some texture to grip. Are Butterfly Hair Clips Bad For Your Hair? Nope! Butterfly hair clips are one of the gentler hair accessories. They’re lightweight and come on and off with a pinch. The only time butterfly clips create problems is if they get tangled in the hair or are pulled out. You’ll want to take butterfly clips out the same way you put them in — by pinching them. When the hinge opens it releases the hold so that you’re not pulling hair as you take them out. You can also prevent butterfly clips from getting tangled by making sure to not overstuff them. Butterfly clips are intentionally small and often only have a 1” (or less) opening. This means they are designed to hold onto small sections of hair. If stray hairs get caught in the teeth or hinges, just take your time in separating the hairs from the clip. Where Can You Find Butterfly Hair Clips? You may be able to find butterfly clips at your local dollar store or beauty supply store. If you're not having luck, you can also try Amazon. They have a large selection of colors and styles. Suggested Products Glitter butterfly clips Metallic butterfly clips Butterfly clips with wings that flutter/move

If you never run out of items, you probably won't need it. As a mom with multiple children, we use Subscribe & Save as an organizational tool. It serves as a regular reminder to take stock of what we have in our home. What Is Subscribe & Save? Subscribe & Save is an Amazon service that allows customers to set up recurring deliveries for products they use frequently. Its goal is to save shoppers time and money. What Are the Most Popular Items on Subscribe & Save? Beauty Supplies (i.e. shampoo and conditioner) Groceries (i.e. coconut water and tea) Home Supplies (i.e. laundry detergent, trash bags, and toilet paper) Lawn/Garden (i.e. seeds and fertilizer) Pet Products (i.e. food and bedding) How Much Is Amazon’s Subscribe & Save Discount? Amazon shoppers save 5% on items. If a shopper adds 5 or more items to an order to the same address, they can unlock a 15% discount. Now that Amazon has added their 365 groceries, it's easier to unlock the maximum discount, because we run out of food more quickly than household items. Meaning, before groceries, it was difficult to have enough in the order to reach the max discount. What Is The Frequency of Subscribe & Save? You can get your deliveries every 2 weeks or up to every 6 months. Below are the different intervals. Can You Overspend With Subscribe & Save? I'm sure you can, but Subscribe & Save is unlike other passive subscriptions where you "set it and forget it." Because physical items are delivered to your home, you'll probably notice when you have too much of something (like toothpaste if you have it regularly delivered). As a customer-centric company, Amazon wants to make sure you are only purchasing what you need/want. Can You Cancel Subscribe & Save At Any Time? Yes! You can cancel at any time. Amazon also sends an email a week before your expected delivery. At that time, you can make changes to your order, delay some items, or cancel your delivery all together before it is shipped. Can You Use Coupons with Subscribe & Save? Sometimes Amazon will offer one-time coupons in addition to the Subscribe & Save discount. They're typically used to incentivize first-time customers. If the service is cancelled before the scheduled delivery, the discount will be cancelled too. How Does Subscribe & Save Benefit Amazon? Subscribe & Save offers Amazon and its sellers, a recurring revenue stream. This means that both Amazon and its sellers can roughly predict product demand and sales. What Are The Downsides of Subscribe & Save? While we strongly believe there are no other companies that can compare to Amazon, we think it's important to share what you may not like about this particular program. First, online shopping is super convenient, leading shoppers to easily spend more. You may be thinking, "you just said shoppers typically don't overspend." However overspending is different from spending more. Overspending implies buying something you do not need. Whereas, spending more simply means, shoppers are able to conveniently get everything they want. For example, if an item is not available in-store shoppers may have to figure out what to do without it. Since Amazon rarely has supply issues, shoppers can stock up. Second, Subscribe & Save orders are not shipped next day (like most Amazon orders). Shoppers really have to plan and keep inventory to make sure they do not run out. For example, if you are low on dish detergent, you can totally order it before your next shipment, but you won't get the same discounts Subscribe & Save offers. It takes time to figure out how much product your family goes through. Amazon displays "most common" next to the option other households choose. Three, food tends to arrive damaged. We've gotten dented cans as well as broken tops and seals. I'm sure the team will get better at shipping food through this service, but for now we think buying through Whole Foods on Amazon is a better option. Fourth, prices fluctuate. Some shoppers argue they can find better prices during Amazon sales. Amazon is known to follow the American holiday schedule. For example, there's a Spring Sale in March, a Mother's Day Sale in May, a Father's Day Sale in June, and so on. If you notice a drastic price drop, you can order the product at its marked down price and push your next delivery to a later date. However, we wanted to double check this theory against our own family's purchases. Since conditioner was one of the first items we bought on Subscribe & Save, we used it for our analysis. The following data only shows the prices at the time of our purchases. Meaning, prices could be lower or higher depending on when items are purchased. We noticed massive price fluctuations on our family's favorite conditioner, but overall prices dropped more than they increased. I remember noticing price spikes, and thinking we could get a better deal at a local Walgreens. After driving to the Walgreens, we noticed the same item was higher at the store than it was online at Amazon. There was also a limited supply in-store. This can create a problem if you like to buy in bulk. Now, I like to say the above graph depicts our family's loyalty to Amazon. Despite the highs and lows, we trust the company to give us the best deal with convenient delivery no matter how the market performs. In the following graph we took a closer look at the year-over-year price. We noticed the lowest price was in 2020 at the height of the global crisis. Amazon being one of the only retailers ready for the emergency could have totally taken advantage of the situation. Instead, they seemed to do the opposite. Amazon customers were rewarded with better deals. More specifically, our Subscribe & Save order was coupled with a "Multibuy Discount." Meaning, when we bought higher quantities in 2020 (6 bottles instead of our typical 3) we got a super low price. According to our records, we ended up spending a whopping $241.51 on conditioner in 2020 compared to only $55.02 in 2022. But this could also be a result of me taking the opportunity to teach our daughter how to do her hair since we were stuck indoors (she used a ton of product in the learning process). While some argue price fluctuations can be bad, we noticed Subscribe and Save followed those trends by consistently offering a better price no matter where the original price was. Finally, we also noticed prices varied if we ordered through Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods, or Amazon’s Subscribe & Save. All of these different shops can easily be accessed through Amazon.com, but each had different terms in the past. For example, Whole Foods used to charge a $9.99 delivery fee on top of purchases. Amazon Fresh also had a purchase minimum, meaning you had to order at least $100 worth of groceries for free delivery. I’m sure results would be different if we chose another product. However, we wanted to demonstrate the long-term impact of Subscribe & Save in our home. After reviewing our purchase history, we still think Subscribe & Save is the best option. How Are Reminders Different From Subscribe & Save? Setting reminders is another feature on Amazon. You can schedule email reminders at different intervals. The main difference is that setting reminders will not automatically order the items and the savings may be less. Is Subscribe & Save Free? Yes! Amazon Subscribe & Save is a free service. Meaning, you are only paying for the products that you are purchasing (plus taxes and probably delivery if you are not a Prime member). What's free is the email reminders and a convenient platform to organize frequently bought items. How Can Non-Prime Members Access Subscribe & Save? Non-Prime members can create an Amazon account and select the items they wish to subscribe to. Subscribe & Save is designed to make shopping more convenient and cost-effective for all customers, regardless of their Prime membership status. How To Find Subscribe & Save Items? Amazon is constantly changing their website and mobile app. We noticed you can access Subscribe & Save many different ways. Below are four options: The Amazon search bar is on the top of the screen in the middle. Click the black triangle and scroll down to Subscribe & Save (the list is in alphabetical order). If you’re using your mobile app click the three lines on the bottom right corner. The Subscribe & Save icon is one of the first icons. If you already have subscriptions, click the center icon on Amazon's mobile app. Your Subscribe & Save items will appear with your next delivery date. On website, click menu icon on upper left corner and scroll down to Subscribe & Save And if you're still having trouble, here is the Subscribe & Save page. It features the most popular subscription items, as well as items under $10. In conclusion, Subscribe & Save is a program that supports the company’s goal of making their customer’s lives easier. As a loyal Amazon customer for over 10 years, we honestly think it's an incredible service that helps buyers get the best deal on a regular basis.

AI generated image of periwinkle growing through sidewalk Flowers aren’t just pretty to look at -- they are the superstars of nature! When Spring hits, they burst onto the scene, showing up in gardens, trees, and even sneaking through cracks in the sidewalk. Boston can thank these blooming wonders for attracting bees, cleaning the air, and helping our city smell amazing. Below are some of the most memorable flowers (including our personal faves) in the city... 1. Cherry Blossoms Pexels from pixabay via canva Cherry blossom trees are the most stunning sights in early Spring. The bloom typically lasts no longer than two weeks. As the flowers fall, they blanket the street with soft pink petals. 2. Wood Sorrel Анатолий Тушенцов from Getty Images via canva Wood sorrel is an edible herb that can be foraged in your own backyard. We're obsessed with the heart-shaped leaves and the tart citrus flavor. If you're going to consume the herb, just make sure it's on your personal property -- a safe distance from lawn chemicals and urinating animals. P.S. Wood sorrel does have a flower. It's yellow -- but we prefer munching on the leaves! 3. Buttercups AI generated image via canva Buttercups are dainty yellow flowers that resemble a cup or bowl. They have five overlapping petals that are the size of a fingernail (or smaller). As children, we were taught to hold the flowers underneath our chin. If a soft glow appeared, that meant the person loved butter. Despite their delicate appearance, buttercups are considered weeds (in Boston). You'll often see them on city fields before they're mowed. And the alleged threat goes deeper. Some believe the middle of buttercups are also poisonous if chewed or crushed. But other flower experts say the plant is medicinal. 4. Tulips Skitterphoto from pixabay via canva Tulips are a gardening favorite (in Boston). Their bulbs are planted in the Fall by city workers and residents alike, in hopes of beautifying the city when Spring arrives. Tulips come in all sorts of colors -- including yellow, purple, pink, and orange (to name a few). Tulips naturally embody strength. They're a top-heavy plant, meaning the flower head is bigger and wider than the slim stem it sits on. We're obsessed with how tulips are able to stand tall in the midst of Boston's strong winds. 5. Lilacs Pezibear from pixabay via canva Lilacs are absolutely gorgeous! They’re soft tightly clustered flowers in the shape of a cylinder. Truth is, you can often smell them before you see them. Lilacs purify the air in a way that only Mother Nature can. Their fragrance is clean, floral, and refreshing. Fingers crossed you'll get a whiff this season! 6. Chickweed OllgaP from Getty Images via canva We're amazed with how much detail this tiny plant has. Chickweed is a daisy look-a-like (but much smaller). It has white petals arranged in four couplets around the flower's core. 7. Coneflowers ulla4you from pixabay via canva Coneflowers look super exotic -- But low and beyond, these eye catching flowers can be seen in the city. We're fascinated with how open the flower is. It looks like there are two distinct parts, that do not necessarily belong together. The center ball looks prickly, and the petals fall downward from the center. Coneflowers are known for being hardy. Meaning, they can survive a range of weather conditions and first-time plant parents. 8. Dandelions RosZie from pixabay via canva Dandelions have three main recognizable parts -- the yellow flower head, the white seed head, and the green leaves. If you visit the Wake Up the Earth Festival in Jamaica Plain, you'll see tons of children wearing dandelion flower crowns. They're chosen because of their abundance and because the stems are long, flexible, and easy to tie. After children pick the flowers they can be used as a decorative headdress for the rest of the day. The seed heads are loved by both young and old. Simply make a wish, blow the seeds, and watch them fly! Finally, dandelions are considered a weed in Boston. But they're also labeled as a super food that is sold at local grocery stores and used for salad greens and tea. 9. Periwinkle 905513 from pixabay via canva Periwinkles provide a vibrant splash of color. They typically grow in partially shaded areas and are a pleasant surprise when walking past a green and brown ground. 10. Hyacinths EricWallacePhoto from Getty Images via canva The hyacinth has a unique gradient design. Their flowers are bell shaped and cluster at the top of a tall stem. They're beautiful to look at and their petals are surprisingly sturdy. 11. Azaleas manseok_Kim on pixabay via canva Azaleas are flowering shrubs with the most beautiful bloom. They are big, full, and loved by bees. 12. Daffodils Maria Tyutina from Pexels via canva Daffodils have an unforgettable trumpet-like shape. In Boston, they are used to line the streets in preparation for the Daffodil Dash. It's a kid-friendly version of the Boston Marathon. Want to get to know the plants around you? You can snap a photo and use Google Lens to help identify it. Or you can use iNaturalist. It's a free app for Citizen scientists that want to get closer to nature. Until next time... Love The Journey,

Banking In Boston Boston is home to some pretty popular banks, but those big names do not always reap the best rewards. Below you'll find the top savings, checking, and certificate deposit accounts in the city. CD Checking Savings Tremont Credit Union 5.25% High Earning CD with Short Term APY Institution Min. Deposit 5.38% River Works Credit Union $500 5.30% Leader Bank $1,000 5.25% Needham Bank $1,000 5.25% Rockland Trust $1,000 5.25% Tremont Credit Union $500 5.15% Mass Bay Credit Union $500 5.05% Eastern Bank $2,500 5.01% Wells Fargo $5,000 5.00% Chase Bank $0 5.00% First Republic $10,000 5.00% The Cooperative Bank $1,000 5.00% TD Bank $250 5.00% Metro Credit Union $500 5.00% Webster Bank $500 5.00% Citizens $25,000 5.00% Merrimack Valley Credit Union $15,000 5.00% Brookline Bank $5,000 Last Updated: April 2, 2024 We compare Boston banking in one place, so that you can feel more confident about where you hold your money. We only list institutions that are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). Institutions offer many more financial products. We list the ones that we think are best for stay-at-home moms. Please know there are online banks that may have better profiles (terms, rates, experiences, etc). This list is for stay-at-home moms that may need to stash some cash locally. ​We believe strategically structuring finances is the secret sauce to helping stay-at-home moms earn more with what they have. Please know that numbers do not tell the whole story. Customer service, convenience, security, privacy practices, ease of use, and more can make an entity more appealing despite not having the highest rates. We can not vouch for every institution that we list. Instead we want to make sure you know you have options. You'll want to choose a place that compliments your unique needs. While we try our best to provide accurate information, please refer to each institution for the most current details. Institutions change their offerings often, and we can not be responsible for any errors or omissions. Some rates are based on Boston-area zip codes and may vary by location. ​ We are not sponsored or endorsed by any banking institution. This list is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to recommend any product or service. We simply want to make it easier for you to shop around and discover an institution that best serves you! Interest Earning Checking Accounts (In Boston) They're great for paying bills. Savings Accounts With The Lowest Rates (In Boston) If you find your bank on this list - don't worry. Metro Credit Union vs City Of Boston Credit Union Guess which one is bigger...

Skate The Greenway 2022 Free (plus parking) Family-Friendly Photo: Boston Together Again Sep 30 - Oct 1 until 9:00pm Rowes Wharf Plaza on The Greenway 2x Grab your free skates and get down to the sounds of a local DJ! This FREE two-day roller skating event is happening on The Greenway at the corner of Atlantic Ave and High Street. There will be food trucks and more. Skaters are welcome to bring their own skates, but free rentals will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Below is the schedule... Friday, September 30 | 5:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday, October 1 | 2:00pm - 9:00pm When out with little ones you'll want to know where the nearest restroom is. The closest one to the event is at International Place (an office space). You can explore the Greenway's full interactive map here. There is no public parking on The Greenway; however, there are meters along Atlantic Avenue and it's easily accessible by the T. Garages range from $15-$42. See options below. Harbor Garage > Rowes Wharf Garage > Folio Boston Garage > Standard Parking > Worldwide Parking Associates > International Place Garage > 125 High Street > Above is a brief intro to skate anatomy: boot - high top boots provide more ankle support, low-cut boots allow faster skating and more flexibility for cool skate moves tongue - make sure it doesn't bunch up when you put on your skate; if it does, just pull the tongue up to straighten it out laces - tighten the boot to your foot wheels - there are 4, which is why roller skates are also known as quad skates plate - determines how your skate feels toe stop - helps you safely slow down and brake and here are some skate tips (for kids and beginners)... hold your arms out (like a plane, bird or butterfly) to gain balance walk/march in skates until you learn to roll on them stay focused on where you are going, not your feet There are many benefits to skating outside, like being in nature. But it's totally different from skating in a rink. Skatie does an amazing job explaining how to safely skate outdoors. She covers... the importance of safety gear (plus gloves to protect the hands from falls) why soft wheels are best for outdoor skating, and hard wheels are good for indoor rinks how to deal with different terrain using grass to avoid obstacles how to position your feet to stop rolling the best techniques for skating uphill and downhill If you're little one enjoys skating, wheel-friendly spaces (in Boston) to practice skating outside include.. Arnold Arboretum > Castle Island > Roxbury Skate Park > Eastie Skate Park > JP Skate Park > Reservation Road > Millenium Park > Pope John Paul II Park > Smith Playground > Source Feedback Books You May Love... The following stories are geared towards younger readers and families who love picture books. Boston Month-By-Month 1 min May in Boston (With Kids) Boston is heating up! 1 min April in Boston (With Kids) ...let the Earth day celebrations begin!! 1 min March in Boston (With Kids) Cherry blossom season is here! More Events You May Love... Spooky Skate 2022 Robot Block Party 2023 About FamilyFun We're collecting cool experiences in (and around) the city -- and sharing them with you! Think of us as matchmakers between awesome programming and young families looking to create sweet memories! If you're ever looking for kid-friendly events — we’ll be here!! You can visit our calendar anytime to find tons of free (and close to free) things to do in Boston. While we try our best to update content, information changes faster than we can keep up. For example, events have been cancelled or postponed due to weather and/or other emergencies. We may also unintentionally make a mistake. Please confirm details before heading out with your little one(s). You can do so by clicking on the "source" button below the map above. If you choose to sign up for different events, the organizations will often reach out to you directly. Event images belong to their respective owners and are used under CC BY-SA 3.0. If you know of an event you think our visitors will love, please let us know here. And if we listed your event and you would like it removed, please reach out here. Back to FamilyFun Back to FamilyFun

Legacy Littles 2022 Free Family-Friendly Photo: Legacy Place Jun 15 - Aug 24 11:00am - 12:30pm The Green at Legacy Place Weekly Enjoy outdoor kid-friendly events including story times, concerts, lawn games, character meet-and-greets and more! This year's schedule is as follows... 6/15: Story Time with the Dedham Public Library 6/22: STEAM Activity with Children’s Museum Easton 6/29: Story Time with the Dedham Public Library 7/6: Vanessa Trien & the Jumping Monkeys 7/13: Story Time with the Dedham Public Library 7/20: Concert with Mr. Aaron Band 7/27: Marvel Character Meet & Greet 8/3: Story Time with the Dedham Public Library 8/10: STEAM Activity with Children’s Museum Easton 8/17: Vanessa Trien and The Jumping Monkeys 8/24: Encanto Character Meet & Greet While the intended age ranges from 2-9, whole families are welcome! Legacy Place is Dedham's shopping center with plenty of parking and food options including Whole Foods. Source Feedback Books You May Love... The following stories are geared towards younger readers and families who love picture books. Boston Month-By-Month 1 min May in Boston (With Kids) Boston is heating up! 1 min April in Boston (With Kids) ...let the Earth day celebrations begin!! 1 min March in Boston (With Kids) Cherry blossom season is here! More Events You May Love... DCR Movies in the Parks 2023 ReadBoston Story Mobile 2023 About FamilyFun We're collecting cool experiences in (and around) the city -- and sharing them with you! Think of us as matchmakers between awesome programming and young families looking to create sweet memories! If you're ever looking for kid-friendly events — we’ll be here!! You can visit our calendar anytime to find tons of free (and close to free) things to do in Boston. While we try our best to update content, information changes faster than we can keep up. For example, events have been cancelled or postponed due to weather and/or other emergencies. We may also unintentionally make a mistake. Please confirm details before heading out with your little one(s). You can do so by clicking on the "source" button below the map above. If you choose to sign up for different events, the organizations will often reach out to you directly. Event images belong to their respective owners and are used under CC BY-SA 3.0. If you know of an event you think our visitors will love, please let us know here. And if we listed your event and you would like it removed, please reach out here. Back to FamilyFun Back to FamilyFun

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