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Sugar Cookie Cut Outs for Valentine's Day
Sugar Cookie Cut Outs for Valentine's Day

There are a million sugar cookie recipes out there, but this one? This is the one I always come back to. The one I make with kids underfoot, flour on the counter, and usually a little icing in someone’s hair. These cut-out sugar cookies hold their shape, stay soft, and taste just as good plain as they do decorated to the nines.

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CookiesAnna BeckFebruary 6, 2026recipes, RecipesComment
My Favorite Natural Deodorant. And why switching to a natural deodorant is a game changer.
My Favorite Natural Deodorant. And why switching to a natural deodorant is a game changer.

If you are thinking about how you need to make the switch to a natural deodorant, but have not yet. I want to list out the reasons why everyone needs to make the switch today. And why switching to a natural deodorant is a game changer. And sharing my two favorite brands!

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Healthy LivingAnna BeckFebruary 2, 2026Healthy Living, natural skin care
A note for the Mom: In case no one told you this lately.
A note for the Mom: In case no one told you this lately.

In the thick of motherhood and searching for some sign that you are doing a great job? Validation, a thank you, a pat on the back? In this blog post I give an honest look at motherhood.

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MotherhoodAnna BeckJanuary 28, 2026MotherhoodComment
My Oliveda Skincare Routine Right Now
My Oliveda Skincare Routine Right Now

An overview of Oliveda and what products I am currently using for my day and night skincare routine! This waterless European skincare brand is non-toxic and the results are amazing! I break down a skin care routine and where to start.

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clean living, Beauty, OlivedaAnna BeckJanuary 25, 2026natural skin care, Healthy Living, clean living, Oliveda, Most Popular
Peanut Butter Blossoms with Milk Chocolate Hearts
Peanut Butter Blossoms with Milk Chocolate Hearts

This is a spin from the classic peanut butter blossom. The peanut butter cookie base of this recipe came from New York Times and it’s a HIT in our house. Seriously, the best ever. Top it with a milk chocolate heart and you have yourself a fun Valentine’s Day Treat.

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Cookies, Dessert, sweetsAnna BeckJanuary 22, 2026recipes, Recipes
12 Valentine's Day Recipes from Urban.Apron.
12 Valentine's Day Recipes from Urban.Apron.

Rounding up my 12 top recipes for the Valentine’s Day season!

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Cookies, Dessert, HolidayAnna BeckJanuary 19, 2026recipes, Recipes, Valentines Day Recipes, Cookies, Valentines day cookies
Gluten-Free Chocolate Granola
Gluten-Free Chocolate Granola

A decadent gluten-free chocolate granola. So good on its own or over yogurt!

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gluten freeAnna BeckJanuary 16, 2026recipes, RecipesComment
What Is Hydroxytyrosol? And Why It's the Star Ingredient in Clean Beauty Right Now
What Is Hydroxytyrosol? And Why It's the Star Ingredient in Clean Beauty Right Now

Hydroxytyrosol: the olive tree antioxidant 3,000x stronger than Vitamin C. Learn why it’s the must-have ingredient in clean, effective skincare.

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OlivedaAnna BeckJanuary 13, 2026Oliveda, Healthy Living, clean living, lifestyle, Waterlessbeauty
Consultant Enrollment on Olive Tree People - What you need to know!
Consultant Enrollment on Olive Tree People - What you need to know!

In this blog post, let’s talk about how to enroll as a consultant on Olive Tree People!

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OlivedaAnna BeckJanuary 9, 2026Oliveda, olive tree people, oliveda consultant, Clean beauty, clean living, Healthy Living
My Daily Low-Tox Swaps: What I Actually Use & Repurchase
My Daily Low-Tox Swaps: What I Actually Use & Repurchase

As a mom of three, I am sharing my daily low-tox swaps, including skincare, makeup, hair care, laundry, dishwasher, and cleaning products that actually work.

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clean living, Healthy Living, BeautyAnna BeckJanuary 7, 2026Healthy Living, lifestyle, nontoxiclivingComment
Ten Cookie Recipes for Christmas
Ten Cookie Recipes for Christmas

This blog post shares my top ten holiday cookie recipes to make for the holidays!

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Cookies, HolidayAnna BeckDecember 19, 2025recipes, Recipes
My Favorite Bubbly Christmas Cocktail
My Favorite Bubbly Christmas Cocktail

My favorite cocktail to make during the holiday season! Also perfect for a party!

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Cocktails, HolidayAnna BeckDecember 9, 2025recipes, RecipesComment
Natural Stovetop Simmering Scent Recipe for the Holidays
Natural Stovetop Simmering Scent Recipe for the Holidays

A homemade simmering scent recipe that is perfect to package up and gift! Just simmer on the stove with water and your house will smell amazing!

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Entertaining, Holiday, Gifts, home, stovetop simmer scentsAnna BeckNovember 29, 2025recipes, Healthy Living, @urban.apron, clean living
Oliveda's Black Friday Sale - What to know!
Oliveda's Black Friday Sale - What to know!

Oliveda (aka Olive Tree People) just dropped their biggest sale of the year. Up to 34% off sitewide. Sitewide sales rarely happen with this brand, so I wanted to round up what I would look at. Cheers to glowing skin all winter long!!!

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OlivedaAnna BeckNovember 25, 2025Healthy Living, clean living, Oliveda
Stovetop Simmer Scent: Orange, Rosemary + Cinnamon
Stovetop Simmer Scent: Orange, Rosemary + Cinnamon

As soon as the weather cools, I am making simmer scents on the stovetop. I love them! They feel cozy, are so easy, and it’s a natural way to scent your home!

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stovetop simmer scentsAnna BeckNovember 5, 2025lifestyle, Healthy Living, simmerscents
Fall Mimosa
Fall Mimosa

An easy fall cocktail with just two ingredients! Perfect for entertaining or whenever you want an easy seasonal drink!

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CocktailsAnna BeckNovember 1, 2025Cocktails, recipes, Recipes
Classic Puppy Chow Recipe
Classic Puppy Chow Recipe

A fan favorite! Puppy chow is always a good idea!

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DessertAnna BeckOctober 21, 2025recipes, Recipes, puppychow, peanutbutterdessert
Easy Homemade Fall Playdough
Easy Homemade Fall Playdough

An easy homemade playdough recipe, perfect for fall!

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MotherhoodAnna BeckOctober 7, 2025Motherhood
Meet Oliveda's Exclusive 2025 Holiday Sets
Meet Oliveda's Exclusive 2025 Holiday Sets

Oliveda’s 2025 holiday sets are the perfect way to gift - or try - the brand yourself. Featuring European waterless skincare with concentrated plant power, these limited-edition collections deliver hydration, radiance, and anti-aging benefits for glowing skin. Treat yourself or a loved one this holiday season!!!

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OlivedaAnna BeckSeptember 23, 2025Oliveda, Healthy Living, clean living, holidaysets, Waterlessbeauty, oliveda consultant
Fall Stovetop Simmer Scent: Apple, Rosemary, Cinnamon
Fall Stovetop Simmer Scent: Apple, Rosemary, Cinnamon

A cozy fall simmer scent that fills your home with a sweet, earthy spice…. perfect for fall and so easy!

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stovetop simmer scentsAnna BeckSeptember 21, 2025Healthy Living, clean living
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