“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” — Maya Angelou
We had always wanted to take an epic, cross-country, family road trip. Unfortunately, there was always some reason we didn't plan one. We had other obligations or some other lame excuse. In the end, I think we were nervous about spending too much time together in an enclosed space. Is…
I've always prefered bikinis. Mainly because it's always been hard for me to find one-pieces that fit properly. I'm 5'11, so yeah, I'm on the taller side. Most one piece swimsuits tend to run short. This makes it especially hard to find one that fits if you have a longer…
* “This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something Staying Blonde may earn a small commission. Of course, I’d never post about something I didn’t truly love!”Don't mind me, I'm just channeling my inner starlet! Nothing feels more old-school glam than cruising down the boulevard…
My kids and I both love gardening. Indoor gardening. Outdoor gardening. We love it all. Gardening is something I started doing with my kids when they were small and I'm tickled that they still love it today. If we could be outside planting all year long we would, unfortunately, winter…
Looking to add a little extra holiday pizazz to your Christmas decor? Why not try some DIY holiday arches?Every year we visit the Willow Glen neighborhood in San Jose to see the Christmas lights. It's one of those neighborhoods where all the homes go all-out with Christmas decor. Some of…
It's never too early to start thinking about your matching holiday pajamas. I learned my lesson a few years ago when I waited until the last minute to find our seasonal pajamas. As a result, I ended up having to choose from whatever wasn't sold out. It was slim pickings. …
Pointillism art is a perfect rainy day activity. Actually, it's perfect for any day. It's great for kids because it's a fun and unique way to approach painting. They like it because it's not hard to do. Parents will love it because it only requires only a few simple materials. …
Disneyland is wonderful, but it can also be exhausting. Sometimes we need a little break from the crowds and craziness. Let me clarify that I when I say "we," I'm talking about us as parents. Kids, they're like energizer bunnies, they keep going and going and going. I'm usually the…
I admit that I am a bit of a sun-worshipper during the summer months. Having some color on my skin is something I love. Don't get me wrong, I never head outside without a some SPF and a good wide-brimmed hat. I just feel and look healthier when my skin…
This summer my husband and I were able to, against all odds, sneak away for a kid-free night in Saugatuck, Michigan. While we were there, we happened to dine at a restaurant that featured a Smoked Old Fashioned on its menu. This cocktail voodoo was unknown to us, a smoked…
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