It is an amazing time of year when we can give unique gifts and take the opportunity to relax and spread a little festive cheer. But now, Christmas comes with an avalanche of wrapping paper, excess waste, and unwanted gifts. Learning to be eco-friendly at Christmas is not easy because for many it is the…
Here’s How to Get a Head Start on Your New Year’s Resolutions
It’s hard to believe that this hot mess of a year is almost over — and to it we say, “good riddance.” But before we bid 2020 farewell, you may want to look back on the past several months and assess what you might want to achieve in 2021. Understandably, the pandemic has thrown most…
Do It Yourself Home Maintenance Tips That Will Help You Make Big Savings
Every parent wants to keep their home a safe and healthy place for their family to live. But, keeping your home well-maintained can be costly. No one wants to spend more than they need to on household expenses, as we all have better things to spend our money on than bills. Luckily, there are many…
Unique Gift Ideas 2020 | JORD
This holiday season, I am challenging myself to go above and beyond – to find really thoughtful gifts I’m excited to give. You know….not just scrolling Amazon at the last minute like I always do ; ) So I checked out JORD. You’ve probably heard of their wood watches (I know you’ve seen my rose…
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: Mental Health Edition
Caring for your mental health can be an uphill battle at times, but it doesn’t always have to be. Sure, there will be bad days or even weeks, but that doesn’t mean things will never get better. Caring for your mental health is all about what you do when those times come along and you’re…
Pregnant in a Pandemic – Practical Tips to Help
Having a baby is a big deal. It’s exciting, sure, but it’s also pretty scary, especially if it is your first time. Many expectant mothers feel anxious, scared, and unsure. It’s normal to feel a massive range of emotions, often all at the same time, as your life and body change and your hormones have…
4 Beauty Tips to Increase Your Self-Esteem
Everyone can be hard on themselves sometimes. Whether you got a bad grade, had a bad date, or are just stressed, self-esteem is easy to lose. However, almost half of the teenage users of Invisalign had high self-esteem during and after treatment. Small changes can be big boosters. Hopefully, you can get some of your…
Family Emergency Preparedness Plan in Case of a Fire | First Alert
Thank you First Alert for sponsoring this post. October is Fire Prevention Month! Help ensure your home and family are protected by installing smoke & carbon monoxide alarms! This year, my daughter turned 5 years old and I felt it was the perfect time to talk about all things related to fire safety. This is…
3 Important Reasons You Need Life Insurance
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Co-operators. All opinions are 100% mine. This year I became the proud mama of three beautiful little humans. In a perfect world, I will live to be 100 years old and always be there to provide for them. But since that’s not something…
Mermaid Birthday Party For Toddlers | Happy 5th Birthday
How time flies! My sweet and beautiful girl turned 5 at the end of September! Things are very different this year, but I still wanted to make it a special day for her. I love themed parties! To celebrate the big FIVE, I decided to throw her a mermaid birthday party! Mermaid Birthday Party |…
Tips to Help You Save Energy and Money at Home
With the recent pandemic, many people are concerned about ways to save money. One of the biggest ways to save money is to improve your personal environment to make it more efficient. This can also reduce your carbon footprint to make the world healthier. From saving money on the latest fashion and cosmetics to installing…
Delicious Potato Soup Recipe
This is the 2nd year that we’ve planted potatoes, and I have to say that they are by far my favorite things to harvest. Demo planted a variety of Yukon Gold and russet potatoes, and we’ve had so many this year! Which is perfect timing since the fall season for us also means SOUP! Lots…
Making Your Home More Comfortable for the Months Ahead
Winter is fast approaching and you’re going to want to make sure that your home is a comfortable nest that you can spend plenty of quality time in. Now, this is something that many of us do each year. But this year, it’s probably more important than ever. We’ve all had a difficult year and…
Five Ways Alexa Helps Families Prepare for the Months Ahead
Five Ways Alexa Helps Families Prepare for the Months Ahead Encouraging connectivity. Social distancing brought a new appreciation for technology when staying connected to loved ones became a challenge. Throughout all of this, Alexa continues to be an accessible method for families to stay connected. Using the Drop In feature, parents can easily check on…
Improve Your Financial Situation With Secondary Revenue Streams
Times are tough. That’s certainly the understatement of 2020. But even without a global pandemic impacting everyone’s bank account, earning enough money to live a happy and comfortable life can still be tricky. There are millions of people who work full-time jobs, but struggle to pay their bills. That’s why having multiple revenue streams is…