Every year, you resolve to lose weight… exercise… stop smoking… get organized. But the truth is, it can be exhausting trying to be something you’re not. What if you put all that effort into qualifying for Mom of the Year instead? Here are three attainable mom-solutions for your new year! 1. Stop buying overpriced children’s clothing.…
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Another new year, another list of virtually impossible resolutions to keep! We know it can be discouraging to start the year off with a bunch of unattainable to dos on your list. But what if we told you that your love of buying and selling might be the answer to keeping your resolutions in 2015? That’s right,…
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At VarageSale, we’re definitely feeling the Christmas spirit. As the holidays draw near, our hearts continue to be warmed by stories of VarageSale communities helping those in need. Your acts of kindness inspired us to do a good deed of our own. We’re proud to announce that VarageSale donated to, participated in, and helped promote a…
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Welcome to the VarageSale Friendship Series, featuring stories about swappers who are making real connections in their community. This month, we introduce you to one lucky little girl named Bridget. Lucky her mom joined VarageSale because she’s made a BFF for life! After we heard about Bridget (9) and Lizzie (8), we wanted to learn how they…
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Nicole Vaughn had been teaching for four years, when she experienced something truly unbelievable—just in time for the holidays. It all started with a heart-breaking observation. “I looked down one day and could see [one student’s] toes through his shoes… and I realized he wore the same outfit four days in a row.” When asked…
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Moms are known for putting everyone before themselves. We feed our children breakfast, but forget to eat. We make sure our kids are wearing great outfits, but walk around in the same yoga pants day after day. We bathe our little ones every night, but can barely find the time to get a shower in.…
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When it comes to gift giving, it’s the thought that counts, right? Well, yes… until all those lovely thoughts start overrunning your garage. There isn’t a person out there who doesn’t have a deep fryer from Aunt Jane or a popcorn maker from Uncle Tommy that they know they’ll never use. Accept those gifts graciously,…
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The larger the family, the more holiday shopping that has to be done! Sometimes it can be a challenge coming up with the right gifts for family members. Here are a few tips to help you get your shopping done while finding the perfect gifts at the perfect price. For the kids When it comes…
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As American Thanksgiving rolls around, I can’t help but think about how grateful I am for so many different things in my life. Sure, Canadian Thanksgiving may have already come and gone, but it’s nice to be able to give thanks more than once a year. 😉 If, five years ago, someone had told me…
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Black Friday is known for being epic—when it comes to sales AND crowds. The last thing any of us wants to do when coming out of a turkey coma is stand in a mile-long lineup, shoulder to shoulder with strangers at 4AM. And those packed malls filled with frantic shoppers? No, thank you! Buying gifts for…
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