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How to Travel in an Eco-Friendly Way Without Sacrificing Fun

How to Travel in an Eco-Friendly Way Without Sacrificing Fun

We all love to travel, but there’s no denying that it can be pretty bad for the environment.

How to get back on your feet after your car is totaled

How to get back on your feet after your car is totaled

A totaled vehicle is a disaster. It can impact your physical wellness, your financial wellness, and your sense of independence in the modern world.

Holiday Stocking Stuffers That People Actually Want 2023

Holiday Stocking Stuffers That People Actually Want 2023

Quality over quantity! That doesn’t mean you have to spend a ton of money, but if you exchange stockings with loved ones, here are some ideas that are thoughtful and useful. I love finding fun yet useful stocking stuffers and seeing the joy on someone’s face as they reach into the stocking to pull out another surprise. My Mom used to fill in with oranges, which, OK, I guess is traditional, but now I overcompensate by putting COOL things in my stockings! It’s not 1887, OK? 🙂 (more…)

Why Parents Should Top Up Their Kids’ Education

Why Parents Should Top Up Their Kids’ Education

Education is always going to be important, and it’s something that parents are going to be extremely interested in when it comes to their kids – the better their education, the more opportunities and choices they’ll have as they get older. 

Top Tips for Dealing with Stress as a Parent

Top Tips for Dealing with Stress as a Parent

As a parent, it is likely that you will almost always have your schedule packed full of chores, responsibilities, and decisions to help keep your family adequately supported, sheltered, and protected. The accumulation of all these things resting on a parent’s shoulders will cause many…

Fun Things to do: 24 Hours in Helen, Georgia

Fun Things to do: 24 Hours in Helen, Georgia

With its Bavarian-themed architecture, charming shops, and beautiful scenery, Helen Georgia is a great place to visit for a weekend getaway. As my friend and I were tight on time, we packed in a LOT of Helen, Georgia goodness into a little over a day visit. (more…)

Positive Changes You Can Make For A Better Life

Positive Changes You Can Make For A Better Life

A lot that happens on any given day is in your control. It’s best to focus on yourself and your habits if you want to live a happier and more rewarding lifestyle. 

Does Your Dog Have Trouble Sleeping? 6 Solutions to Consider

Does Your Dog Have Trouble Sleeping? 6 Solutions to Consider

Like us humans, dogs need to get enough sleep to stay healthy. The right dog food keeps their systems healthy, the right levels of water keep them hydrated. The right amount of sleep? Well, that depends on your dog! Rest helps them maintain proper immune…

Creative & Thoughtful for Kids This Holiday Season – 2023

Creative & Thoughtful for Kids This Holiday Season – 2023

I saw a Black Friday sale the other day (it’s early October at the time of writing) and honestly, I was super annoyed. At the same time, I am already thinking about the holiday season because if I can knock some items off my list now, I’ll have more time to actually enjoy the holidays with friends and family versus scrambling for overpriced and ill-planned gifts. I’m still growing this list as I find new and interesting finds for kid gifts this season, but here are my picks for the 2023 Holiday Gifts for Kids. (more…)

Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Noodle Veggie Bowls

Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Noodle Veggie Bowls

I generally avoid flour pasta because of the higher glycemic index, but that doesn’t mean I don’t want noodles! I absolutely love the Jayone Sweet Potato Noodles because of their versatility and the pleasant mouthfeel.  These gluten-free noodles are easy to boil and delicious when…

Our Place Teams Up With Selena Gomez to Make Stylish & Genius Apron

Our Place Teams Up With Selena Gomez to Make Stylish & Genius Apron

Goodbye, frumpy apron!  Finally, the outdated apron gets a chic new look, made in collaboration with Our Place and Selena Gomez.

Back to School Road Safety

Back to School Road Safety

It’s September once again! After an exhausting summer, gleeful parents around the country are bringing children back to the classroom. Although Back To School is filled with excitement, it’s important not to overlook the importance of teaching kids road safety, especially on the way to school. The more familiar each child is with safety rules, the quicker children, staff, and family ease into a safe routine for their curriculum. (more…)