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  • Two women standing in a coffee shop with bags of coffee behind them.

    Dublin Roasters in Frederick: 5 Cool Facts

    October 18, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Admittedly, it doesn’t take much to bring me joy — they say “it’s the small things,” and I’d have to agree. Like a breathtaking sunset, an announcement of a new season of your favorite show, or really good coffee. Speaking of really good coffee, I was invited to tour Dublin Roasters in Frederick, Maryland, while on a mini-vacation to the area earlier this fall. The goal of my visit was to understand the process by which they specially roast their uniquely sourced beans, as well as learn more about Serina Roy’s vision as owner and founder — and to have a tasty latte along the way. (Of course, right?) And…

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    Liza Hawkins

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    Bigelow Tea - love a cup in the afternoon!

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    November 3, 2014
    It's no surprise that coffee has created such a deeply steeped culture in our modern world.

    The History of Coffee

    January 16, 2012
    You'll have to try this lovely coffee from Tonx!

    5 Reasons Why Tonx Coffee Rocks

    February 24, 2013
  • Mugs are part of everyday life, whether they're filled with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, wine ... or pens. We can all get by with any old mug, of course, but the right mug can bring a little spark of joy each and every morning. There are perfect mugs for every personality, no matter how quirky or basic!

    Perfect Mugs for Every Personality

    December 18, 2018 / 0 Comments

    There are perfect mugs for every personality, no matter how quirky or basic! Finding the perfect mugs to be a part of everyday life has been a fun hobby of mine over the years, whether they’re filled with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, wine … or pens. We can all get by with any old mug, of course, but the right mug can bring a little spark of joy each and every morning. Check out this list of some of my favorites — there’s a little something for everyone!    

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    August 1, 2010
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    What to Know Before Going to ALDI

    January 24, 2015
    Starting a container garden in a window box.

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    June 7, 2016
  • Coffee isn't just for waking you up in the morning! Here are three ways to enjoy coffee after your breakfast brew.

    Ways to Enjoy Coffee Outside of Breakfast

    August 29, 2018 / 0 Comments

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias #InspireYourBold  Coffee isn’t just for waking you up in the morning! Here are three ways to enjoy coffee after your breakfast brew. I first tried coffee sometime in my teens. Maybe even younger—stolen sips from my parents’ mugs, probably. These were the days before huge coffee shop chains were on every corner on the East Coast, and the idea of coffee as more of a “sweet treat” really didn’t exist. (Beyond coffee ice cream, of course. Yum!) The majority of high schoolers I knew didn’t drink coffee, of any kind. And then?…

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    "Will Write for Food," by Dianne Jacob

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    October 31, 2010
    Roast Turkey for Thanksgiving - It's not as difficult as you think!

    Roast Turkey

    October 13, 2015
  • Getting rid of lice may seem daunting, if not impossible. Once you understand the simple steps for how to get rid of lice without chemicals, your mind will be at ease!

    How To Get Rid of Lice Without Chemicals

    July 5, 2018 / 0 Comments

    Disclaimer: this resource isn’t intended to replace medical advice. Getting rid of lice may seem daunting, if not impossible. Once you understand the simple steps for how to get rid of lice without chemicals, your mind will be at ease! Growing up, my sister and I never had lice. I’m not sure if any friends did because back in the ’80s, no one talked about it. Social media didn’t exist to connect people, whether that connection was for neighborhood meet-ups, mutual interest in fandoms like Outlander, for medical reasons or for understand parenting-related quandaries. Sure, Baby Center was a thing and the message boards served as a very basic way…

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    Cooking burgers and hot dogs outside on a grill.

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    May 28, 2012
    Cooking burgers and hot dogs outside on a grill.

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    June 8, 2015
    A CSA is where you pay one up-front cost in spring and then get in-season produce on a weekly basis throughout growing season.

    What’s a CSA?

    March 23, 2011
  • There are so many great artists out there, it's easy to get stuck in a genre listening to the same-old, same-old! To change things up, here are 10 indie folk alt-rock bands to add to your playlist.

    10 Indie Folk Alt Rock Artists to Add to Your Playlist

    May 23, 2018 / 0 Comments

    There are so many great artists out there, it’s easy to get stuck in a genre listening to the same-old, same-old! To change things up, here are 10 indie folk alt-rock artists to add to your playlist. I’ve always loved music. Could be because I grew up in a family with lots of musicians, or, maybe it’s because music has played such a large part in our lives—both playing and listening. Perhaps it’s simply a coincidence. Regardless, over the years my taste in music has varied. I remember in elementary school when I first started finding music that wasn’t something my parents were already listening to, thanks to my boombox…

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    The draw of Stranger Things, especially for Gen Xers and Xennials.

    The Draw Of Stranger Things

    July 15, 2017
    Learning to read is the first important step in the literacy journey. Learning to love to read is a magical adventure! These ten books for tweens and teens are titles they can sink their teeth into, and a list you'll enjoy reading (or re-reading), too!

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    October 17, 2017
    5 Thoughts About "Anne With an 'E'"

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    May 16, 2017
  • One way to be an "everyday hero" is to model strong, empowered behavior doing the things that bring you joy.

    My Secret to Feeling Empowered

    March 6, 2018 / 0 Comments

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #StrengthHasNoGender #CBias One way to feel empowered as an “everyday hero” is to practice modeling strong, resilient behavior doing the things that bring you joy and helping others find theirs, too. It’s really important to me to find things in life that bring me joy and to model that for my kids, not just as their mom, but as a woman. They can choose to be whatever they want in life with our emotional support, and I want them to feel proud of their accomplishments—the things they work really hard for. They should feel…

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    Eat Local: Josie and Shawn at the farmers' market!

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    December 4, 2016
    Living a green lifestyle doesn't have to be all-or-nothing, you can make a few small changes now and then work towards other goals down the road.

    3 Easy Ways to Start Living a Little Greener

    October 10, 2017
    In a day when some restaurants seem to go out of their way to create novel cuisine, Lawry’s takes pride in presenting a simple meal in an extraordinary fashion to create a memorable dining experience.

    Experiencing Lawry’s The Prime Rib: Chicago

    June 9, 2012
  • I could enjoy soup any day of the week—it's such a comfort food, and there are so many different varieties and recipes from which to pick ... and devour. One of my favorites will always be potato soup, which is why I was excited to try Idahoan Steakhouse Soups!

    This Soup Makes Life Easier in Winter

    January 14, 2018 / 0 Comments

    Thank you Idahoan® Steakhouse® Soups for sponsoring this post. Grab yourself a bowl and celebrate National Soup Month with me! I could enjoy soup any day of the week—it’s such a comfort food, and there are so many different varieties and recipes from which to pick … and devour. One of my favorites will always be potato soup, which is why I was excited to try Idahoan® Steakhouse® Soups during National Soup Month! We’re just coming out of a really cold snap this winter, and it’s just barely halfway over. And, when I say “really cold” I’m probably not doing the frigid air justice, as the high for weeks was…

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    The best blueberry cobbler, EVER!

    Blueberry Cobbler

    July 10, 2015
    This creamy simple egg salad makes a tasty sandwich or is the perfect addition to a plate of baby spinach!

    Simple Egg Salad

    April 14, 2018
    Farmhouse spaghetti is the product of a great CSA bag, full of wonderful in-season Maryland veggies.

    Farmhouse Spaghetti

    August 21, 2011
  • You need to stop these 5 airport bad habits right now.

    Stop These 5 Airport Bad Habits

    January 12, 2018 / 0 Comments

    You need to stop these 5 airport bad habits right now. About once a month I travel for business trips, and I find myself in an airport headed somewhere far from here … to meetings, conferences, or something else job-related. The closest airport is in Baltimore, and when I’m headed to Illinois (a frequent work destination) unfortunately none of the airlines I’m able to use have direct flights. (Read: not Chicago.) This means I spend a significant amount of time in airports, consumed by layovers. It’s not all bad, really. The stress that comes with a quick layover (especially in Atlanta) has encouraged me to always take the longer one,…

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    January 29, 2015
    Learning to read is the first important step in the literacy journey. Learning to love to read is a magical adventure! These ten books for tweens and teens are titles they can sink their teeth into, and a list you'll enjoy reading (or re-reading), too!

    10 Enjoyable Books for Tweens and Teens (and You Too)

    October 17, 2017
    Liza and friend just after finishing a 5K, getting ready to head to brunch.

    How Not to Run a 5K and How to Make the Next One Better

    October 9, 2011
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