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DIY Housewarming Gift Ideas
There must be something in the air because I have five friends who have moved homes in the past few months! As anyone knows who has moved this can be really stressful, especially when kids are involved. I know when we moved out of our apartment over 13 years ago I could not believe how much stuff we had in that was somehow jammed into every corner of our 1,000 sq. foot place! There is something quite freeing about decluttering as you pack don’t you think – it is like a fresh start! Since I know how stressful moving day and move-in month can be I wanted to make…
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What’s for Dinner :: Italian Chopped Salad
With summer upon us it can be tough finding the time (or energy) to make dinner so I have been on the hunt for really simple yet healthy meals I can make in a moments time. Last week I picked up a premade Italian Chopped Salad at the grocery that included all the makings (Romaine Lettuce, Brocolli, Red Cabbage, Green Onions, and Parsley) for a yummy Italian salad. I wasn’t sure how much salami, etc., was included in the package so I went ahead and bought some nitrate-free salami (two types), mozzarella cheese, nitrate and MSG-free turkey and some grape tomatoes. I already had the dressing and Greek olives on…
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Summer Fun :: Family Vacation Tips
Are you planning on taking a family trip this summer? Do the kids love car rides or are they always asking “are we there yet?” Two summers ago we drove up to Tahoe and my daughter wore a shirt that said “Road Trip” and on the back it said “Are We There Yet?” She was a pretty good traveler but I wish that I had this Vacation Journal that my friend Colleen created. I love all the fun activities the kids can do prior to the trip, during the car ride and even after you are back home. Here are some ideas to make your trip enjoyable for all! …
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Throw a Paddington Bear Party
Image courtesy of Telegraph.co.uk What’s not to love about Paddington? I absolutely love the movie and we even hosted a little movie previewing party after school one day. If your little ones want a Paddington-themed birthday party we found some cute ideas you can use! Plus we have a fun Paddington Bear and other goodies as a giveaway in celebration of Paddington Bear out on Blu-ray + DVD now! Enjoy! Cupcake anyone? Kara’s Party website has the best ideas for birthday parties Read how to make these at Kara’s Party Ideas. Homemade Marmalade: Found on Pinterest courtesy of The Best of This Life’s Portrait. Very sweet! Would…
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43 Useful Items to Carry While Traveling
Hi Everyone! Here is a list of items I have compiled after years of traveling mishaps and now always carry in my purse and highly recommend for all traveling moms (those with babies and toddlers will have many more items to add!): Bandaids Antibacterial Ointment – like Polysporin Antibacterial Wipes and/or gel Tissues Small Swiss Army Knife – so useful! Comes with a small blade, scissors, tweezers, nail file, tiny screwdriver, and toothpick (make sure to put into checked baggage on flights!) Tape – you can find a mini roll or regular size that will be very useful! I promise! Nail file – if don’t have a Swiss army knife…
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Saving for College Made Easy by ScholarShare College Plan
In my early thirties I probably read through about every investment book I could get my hands on. The Automatic Millionaire by David Bach and The Millionaire Next Door by Stanley and Danko are some of my favorites because they taught me that making money and having financial freedom is something that can be done – by just about anyone – with diligence and consistency. I was, and still am interested in maximizing the money earned by my family because for me, money represents freedom. Freedom to live the life you want. I’ve come to a point in my life where I don’t want the expensive designer clothes (unless I get them at a…
