Life
3 Easy Ways to Start Living a Little Greener
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LuminousWhites #CollectiveBias Green living 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. In the grand scheme of things, the idea of “going green” doesn’t seem like it should be terribly difficult to accomplish. The reality is, it’s kind of overwhelming to put a eco-friendly lifestyle into practice. At least that’s how it feels to me. Especially with kids. And, if there’s anything I’ve learned over the years that’s helped seemingly unattainable ideas become reachable, it’s this: you need to…
Sage Infused Olive Oil
These bottles are perfect for storing sage infused olive oil to flavor sauces, roast chicken and turkey, or just to use for dipping your favorite crusty bread. You can find the bottles I used with a click on the image below! This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SKSHarvest #SeasonalSolutions #CollectiveBias Leaves are changing, fall is in the air and I’m starting to figure out this year’s Thanksgiving menu. Even though it’s over a month away, we’re all hyper-aware it’ll be here before we know it! One idea I plan to try is using sage infused olive oil to…
Simple Daily, Weekly And Monthly Self-Care Tips
A little focus on yourself can go a long way towards feeling relaxed. Here are simple daily, weekly and monthly self-care tips you can start today! Over the years as I’ve challenged myself to balance a multitude of activities, commitments and general to-dos, I’ve come to realize that one of the most important things I can do for myself is think about, well, me. It seems obvious, of course, but most moms will tell you it’s harder than you think. Getting sucked into the day-to-day grind of work, shuttling kids to activities, flinging dinner on the table, and collapsing into bed, is real life. And it’s habit-forming. While keeping up…
10 Reasons Why Outlander Is So Popular
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock (I’ve been guilty of that), you’ve likely heard of Outlander, and there’s probably some head-scratching while wondering what all the fuss is about. Here are 10 reasons why Outlander is so popular that will help explain why you should read the books and watch the series! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links. I’m not afraid of change or of trying new things. That said, sometimes it takes me a while to catch on to pop culture trends — to pause a beloved TV series that I’ve watched a bazillion times, or to put down…
Stock Your Kitchen With These Essentials
Keep these essentials on hand to help ensure cooking at home’s a breeze! Most of the meals I cook are made from staple ingredients that I keep in the pantry, fridge or freezer all the time. Without them, preparing homemade meals wouldn’t be … well … simple. And, as any busy family knows, if the meal isn’t simple, then it’s a meal that isn’t made. While you can certainly stock your kitchen by finding everything at the grocery store or online, some of these items you might find just as easy to make yourself. Take chicken stock, for example. I’ve made overnight chicken stock in the slow cooker, and I’ve…
Tips To Keep Calm When Life Gets Busy
I was asked by Carusele to participate in the #SimplyNice campaign, sponsored by Walgreens. Though I was compensated, all opinions are my own. I don’t claim to understand all the magical secrets of achieving work/life balance. In fact, I’ve always wondered if people who espouse achieving work/life balance are really off their rockers. Or, at the very least, they define balance as something different than I do. More power to them! What I know is this: there are steps you can take to help stay relaxed and feel in control when life gets busy. With school beginning soon (after Labor Day this year, here in Maryland), activities ramping up, work-pace…
Three Reasons to Vacation at Seneca Lake in New York
If you’re a fan of wine, beer, hard cider, gin and stunning scenic backdrops, then a vacation at Seneca Lake in New York is the place for you! Every summer we take a vacation for a week with my side of the family. We find a place somewhere on the East Coast and usually in the Mid-Atlantic or Northeast—in part because we have a soft spot for New England, having spent months in Groton Long Point growing up, and also because geographically it makes sense now that we’re spread out between Maryland and New York. We’ve been to Cape May, Smith Mountain Lake, Lake Greenwood, and this year we tried…
34 Summertime Treats and Fun Ideas
Summertime’s in full swing and I’m really excited to share some amazing warm weather food, activities, crafts, and beauty tips, curated from the blog-o-sphere. This crew is sizzling with amazing ideas to make your summer even more enjoyable and you’ll love this round-up of amazing summer time posts, thanks to SoFab, filled with ideas and yummy treats! Food 1. Hawaiian Acai Bowl by Wanderzest 2. Margarita Bark recipe by Mom on the Side 3. Black Raspberry Frappé by (a)Musing Foodie 4. Strawberry Cheesecake Puffs by Moore or Less Cooking 5. Stay Hydrated during Migraines {Natural Pineapple Lime Electrolyte Drink} by Great Contradictions 6. Iced Coconut Mocha with Starbucks® by One Artsy Mama 7. Easy…
