I've lived in the Boston area for 14 years. Here are 5 things that live up to the hype and 2 I tell first-timers to skip.

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The Boston skyline

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I frequently travel with my godkids. Whenever we travel out of state, I bring these 3 documents with me.

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The author (not pictured) travels with her godsons often and brings paperwork just in case.

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My husband asked for a divorce. A few days later, we went on vacation together.

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We (not pictured) went on our romantic trip to Cascais even though our relationship status felt up in the air. Looking back, I'm glad.

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The most iconic breakfast food in every state

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Blueberry pancakes
From chicken and waffles to breakfast burritos, these are the most famous breakfast dishes in every state.

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The cost is mounting for stranded travelers in the Middle East: 'That's a lot of money we were not intending to spend'

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Burj Khalifa skyline in Dubai obstructed by clouds.
The conflict in the Middle East has left tens of thousands stranded in the UAE.

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15 blockbuster movies that cost less than Kristi Noem's $220 million DHS ad campaigns

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Senator Jamie Raskin questions DHS Secretary Kristi Noem during Congressional hearing on March 4.
Kristi Noem was ousted of her role at the Department of Homeland Security following Congress questioning.

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Before-and-after photos show how a woman 'unflipped' her 1920s home to restore its charm

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A side-by-side of a woman sitting on a staircase and a living room with a white fireplace and ornate decorations.
Niki Marie Taylor unflipped her house.

Niki Marie Taylor

I work at a coworking space that has an on-site preschool. It's completely changed my life and my parenting.

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Paulina Roe's daughter playing with a ball next to her day care room
The author's daughter goes to day care at a coworking space.

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I moved my family from Texas to Colombia. It cut down our expenses by two-thirds, and life feels richer.

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Jenn Jamali and her daughter

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I played hooky from work — and it taught me a lesson about community

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