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Feathers and Stripes

Boston mom blogger | motherhood, baby + kids, family travel, + home

2 Days in Boston with Kids

New England · July 13, 2022

2 Days in Boston with Kids: What to Do + Where to Go

Our kids have been talking about Florida (and going back) since we got home from that vacation, so we decided to do a mini staycation and take them to Boston for a night. We had such a fun time –…

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Chatham MA with kids

New England · June 7, 2022

What to do at Cape Cod with Kids in Chatham 2026

I’ve been visiting Cape Cod since I was an infant, and it’s so fun to go now with my kids. (My husband grew up vacationing on the Cape too, so we have a wealth of knowledge between the two of…

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cozy and cute winter coats for cold winter weather

style · November 5, 2019

Cozy and Cute Winter Coats

So… winter is officially on the way in the Northeast. As I type this it’s 8pm and the 5-day forecast shows snow. SNOW. I don’t think I’m ready. For years I refused to buy a parka, but I finally got…

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life · September 23, 2019

First Day of Fall

Happy first day of Fall! It’s been so hot here in New England that it definitely doesn’t feel like a new season. (This photo is from last October when we went farm hopping one day!) Today we’re looking at another…

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Where to go apple picking in Massachusetts, Parlee Farms apple picking September, pumpkin patch MA

style · September 25, 2018

Apple Picking, Pumpkins + the Best Skinny Jeans Everyone Asks About

We had a gorgeous weekend, so we took E apple picking for the first time! How basic can I get… I HAVE to go apple picking every year, and normally I force my family to go for my birthday. But…

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Hunter boots

family travel, USA Travel · November 7, 2016

Pet Friendly Day Trip to Maine

We were supposed to be on the Cape this weekend but for a variety of reasons we didn’t make it. Instead, we had a really fun weekend in the area, taking two mini trips on Friday and Saturday. Shop my…

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fall flannel shirt

style · November 4, 2016

Fall Flannel

I am trying to hold back from going full-steam ahead into Christmas decorating, even though it’s only November and we’re nowhere near Thanksgiving!

Okemo Mountain

family travel · February 22, 2016

Weekend in Vermont

We spent the weekend up in Vermont outside of cell phone service range. We made the three hour drive on Friday afternoon, getting to the house just around dinner time. T’s family has an old family friend who lives near Okemo,…

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fashion · November 23, 2015

What to Wear to Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. There are few expectations, way too much food, and it kicks off a fun season of parties and getting together with people I don’t normally see regularly. I’m lucky in that my family and…

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About Alyssa


Hi, I’m Alyssa. Mom of three, wife, dog mom, blogger. I write tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews, the best toys for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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