Aarika Friend

Aarika Friend
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Aarika lives in Trumbull with her husband, two daughters (2013 and 2015), and son (2020). Originally from Ulster County, NY, she fell in love with her husband at a UConn football game when she told him he had nice biceps and the rest is history. Outside of work and motherhood, she enjoys eating good food, sharing a drink with friends, summer days spent at Pinewood Lake or on vacation in Cape Cod, and mindlessly streaming too many shows with her husband. Her favorite time of day is early morning before her kids wake up with a hot cup of coffee and a good book.
pregnancy during covid-19

Life is Still Beautiful {Pregnancy During the COVID-19 Pandemic}

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Four months ago, life was beautiful and exciting. We had just found out that we were expecting our third and last baby, and we toasted to an exciting year ahead with sparkling cider. Knowing...
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Dear Second Born {What You Taught Me}

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Dear Second Born, Almost 5 years ago, when I was 8-months pregnant with you, I wrote this heartfelt letter to your sister. I told her that she would always be my first, and that love...

For the Love of the {Football} Game

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Growing up, my family was not a "sports" family. I did not grow up watching weekly sports on TV, with the exception of national championships, and we were not fans of any specific team....

Thanks for Coming {Party Favors}

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I LOVE throwing my parties. It's my jam. One of my favorite parts of planning the party is the FAVORS! What kid doesn't love leaving a party with something in hand? A favor makes...

First Grade Feels {Transitioning from Kindergarten}

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It feels like it was only last month that I watched my oldest daughter step on the bus on her first day of Kindergarten, but here we are at almost the end of the...

A Mom’s Guide to Fairfield County :: August 2019

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August means that it is the last month to take advantage of lazy summer days! Can you believe that it's almost time to get ready for back to school!? While we love the summer, we...

Almost Summer :: Last Day of School Printable {Customizable}!

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The last day of school in Fairfield County is fast approaching. Moms everywhere are preparing for summer. Whether your child is graduating preschool or 12th grade, we know that you want to get that...

Food Truckin’ It in Fairfield County

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Food trucks have quickly revolutionized into gourmet fast food and a summer favorite for many families. I've compiled a list of some of the favorite food trucks that have roots in and around Fairfield...

Motherhood Is Outside My Comfort Zone

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Let's get this out in the open - motherhood is outside my comfort zone. Although I always pictured myself becoming a mother and I wanted kids, I have to admit that kids always made...

The Easiest Birthday Party Ever {Crafts and Cupcakes}

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My youngest daughter is a December baby, which means that juggling birthday celebrations and holiday celebrations is no easy task. She turned 3 last year and I racked my brain for how to celebrate....