Read With Me : The Beast in the Garden

This post was originally published in March of 2019, we’re re-sharing it today because it’s Amazon Prime Day, and you need a good thriller for the beach. ~ In 2018,  we started a series called ‘Read With Me’ where we are sharing all most of what we’ve read each month in hopes you’ll follow suit and dust off […]

Good Stuff : Aromatherapy (for sleep)

In January we were sharing some of the good habits that we’ve picked up over the years, and in February we continued that trend with a special focus on self-care. This post definitely fits both themes. Have you tried aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is the process of using plant parts or aromatic plant oils (think essential oils) to improve psychological […]

Make with Me

As we continue sharing good habits in 2019, we want to remind you why it’s always a good time to pick up a creative habit. Stitches knit in January of 2018 : 73,260 and counting… and now I’ve started off 2019 by ALMOST finishing a sweater for Luc before realizing that the sleeves were two different circumferences. […]

How To: Create a Care Package in Five Simple Steps

   Happy Monday friends! Create a care package in 5 simple steps. Make your friend’s day! I sent 15 postcards just yesterday and I have six packages to send out today. Can’t stop, won’t stop. I’ll spend all my money on stationary if I want! Here’s how to create a care package with items you already have […]

Spending the Holidays Abroad : 6 Ways to Cope

If you’re traveling or teaching abroad, chances are you’ve missed a holiday at home.  Sometimes holidays pass without you noticing, but other times you miss the cookies, the family time, and the traditions that make each holiday complete.  You might start to feel like you’re missing out on something at home.  I’ve been there.  I […]

DIY Christmas Gifts

Jingle bells batman smells… We’re back with another round up of Christmas crafts, but this time they’re ones you can gift to your friends.  On Monday, we shared delicious treats that are perfect for giving and today we’ll round out your gift list by adding a few non-edibles for your loved ones.  These DIY gifts […]

50 Things To Accomplish Before The New Year

Thanksgiving is already here – cue the freakout. Where did this year go?! What did I do? What can I possibly accomplish before the New Year? Each year goes by faster and faster and I wonder how old I’ll be when I finally stop saying that. I’m going on four years strong now, officially at the […]

How To: Plan Your Family Camping Trip Step-by-Step

Dreaming up a trip? Here’s how to create a budget and here’s how you can start saving today. I’m not a planner per say, but mention a trip idea and I’ve already booked the accommodations. There’s just something about travel, adventures, and vacation that puts me into planning mode and not the crazy, ‘there are so […]