A Personal Journey To All Things Thrifty
Over the last year, my kids and I have learned to live life a little more on the frugal side – but still, I long for more. I want to be one of those ladies I see on television who go to the checkout lane with a cart full of $300 worth of groceries and upon presenting her handful of coupons, the cashier asks for a shiny nickel to cover the cost. I want to be one of those people! Today I spent some quality time researching books on the art of couponing. ...
Are You a Savvy Traveler? Or Do You Overpack?
[caption id="attachment_7650" align="alignright" width="175" caption="Luggage image: sxc.hu"][/caption] Most of us overpack when traveling. We think we'll need far more than we actually use while on a trip. I know I've been guilty of this. Gradually I've whittled down the clothes I take and have a couple of basic outfits that can be added to or subtracted from. (I've always found it easier to pack for my husband, because he started with only basic outfits and one or two pairs of shoes!) Since the airlines have been charging for those shipped bags (unless you're in the frequent flyer category when they're usually still free), ...
Exploring South Africa Through Soccer
Soccer World South Africa (Explore the World Through Soccer) opens up this country for kids and their parents. [caption id="attachment_7638" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Soccer Image: sxc.hu"][/caption] It's also recommended at Travel for Kids as a good resource if you plan to travel there. Travel vicariously if you aren't planning to go to South Africa in the near future. Learn about the country and the sport of soccer there. "Explore the World Through Soccer" is the subtitle and gives you Ethan's view as he travels through South Africa playing soccer. You'll gain insight into the country and into the role soccer plays there. Co-author Ethan Zohn ...
Time for Preserving Travel Memories
I have so many photos, so many memories, so many different places I want to save in thought and pictures. [caption id="attachment_7631" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Traveling image: sxc.hu"][/caption] But where do I find the time? That's the question many travelers ask as the photos pile up (in actuality or stored in digital camera or computer) and those memories swirl around in their heads. When we get home, the routine of our daily lives enters in, and the travel memories are put to one side. As I was sorting through files and boxes (getting ready for yard sales and our daughter's family's move to a ...
Do Your Travel Photos Invade Others’ Privacy?
Do you think about your privacy and that of others when you're posting photos on the Internet...on your blog, web [caption id="attachment_7611" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Cell Phone Camera; Image: sxc.hu"][/caption] site or social media wall? Do you consider that someone else may not want their or their children's photos up for everyone to see? I'm very concerned about all the photos that are posted by parents, family members and friends of children and families on social media sites and blogs. It's so easy for people without good intentions to seek out these people and children. Some people think I'm paranoid when I mention this. ...
What is Your Dream Place to Visit?
If you could travel anywhere you wanted, what would top your list? Of course, we all have many places we'd like to [caption id="attachment_7576" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Alaska, Mother's dream trip; image: sxc.hu"][/caption] go, but is there a favorite. One that intrigues you? Has you searching web sites and tour books? My mom always wanted to go to Alaska. She never made it, but she read about it, both in fact and fiction. She told us stories about what she'd learned and has had me intrigued for years. Is this the top of my list? It used to be, but now I've learned about many ...
Family Travel
Are You a Savvy Traveler? Or Do You Overpack?Luggage image: sxc.hu Most of us overpack when traveling. We think we’ll...
Family Trips Before School StartsA few days before my granddaughter left for college, she and her brother spent a...
Exploring South Africa Through SoccerSoccer World South Africa (Explore the World Through Soccer) opens up this country...
Time for Preserving Travel MemoriesI have so many photos, so many memories, so many different places I want to save...
Do Your Travel Photos Invade Others’ Privacy?Do you think about your privacy and that of others when you’re posting photos...
Beauty & Fashion
Kim Kardashian’s Perfume to Appear on “The Apprentice”For all those Kim Kardashian fans out there, you’ll be happy to hear that we’ll...
Two New Fragrances For SummerLooking for a new fragrance? Two well-known ladies have new fragrances* that launch...
Simple French PedicureI am training for a half marathon that I plan to run in October. I’ve never...
Zen Hair Care From Z MeiI got a shipment of Z Mei skin and hair care products in the mail. Seriously, a bunch...
Old Spice & the Guy On A HorseDid you catch any of the Old Spice excitement last week? The Guy On the Horse, Man...
Home & Food
Random Household Tip: Towel RackTry replacing the bottom screws of your towel racks with cup hooks – This will provide a place to hang small towels or washcloths. Read More →
A Personal Journey To All Things ThriftyOver the last year, my kids and I have learned to live life a little more on the frugal side – but still, I long for more. I want to be one of those ladies I see on television who go to the checkout lane with a cart full of $300 worth of groceries and upon presenting her handful of coupons, the cashier asks for a shiny nickel to cover the cost. I... [Read more of this review]
A few tools of the trade:Some knitting supplies you might need: Tools of the knitterly trade. Knitting is one of the oldest hand crafts. Since, the year 1527, when the first knitting guild was created in Paris, men and women have been knitting for pleasure and for profit. Knitting creates cloth from threads and yarns by interconnecting loops using a pair of needles. Across... [Read more of this review]
Bathroom Cleaning Tip: Bathroom TileJust as if you were rubbing wax onto a luxurious automobile, rub ordinary car wax onto your ceramic bathroom tile to clean and refinish. Try letting it set for about 10 minutes then buff or polish to bring out a beautiful and sparkling clean shine. Read More →
Inspiration from a Summer Garden Tour: Part OneInspiration from a Summer Garden Tour: Part One . G a r d e n tours are always fun. You get to spend a whole day happily traipsing through other people’s yards, collecting ideas for what you could do at your own house if you only had enough time, or cash, or sun, or shade, or space, or whatever. Web sites like mapquest.com have also made touring... [Read more of this review]
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