“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
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…
I'm usually too busy through-out the day to make a healthy lunch for myself. I'm more of a grab-n-go type of gal when it comes to lunches. Unfortunately, most lunches that I go to grab aren't as healthy as I'd like them to be, and does “coffee” count as lunch?…
I love Succulents. The temperate climate here in California is the perfect weather for them. I have lots of them planted around the house. They look great in their pots and planted in the ground, but when I saw a beautiful succulent wall at a local restaurant, I knew I…
I start counting down the days to summer break as soon as school starts in the fall. Being a parent of school-age children can be exhausting. Being a parent of a child with special needs on a school IEP is a whole different ballgame. Both of my children are on IEPs. …
Plumeria is one of my favorite tropical flowers. You can find plumeria trees blooming all over the Hawaiian islands. It's a simple, yet elegant flower that emits the sweetest of aromas. I was ecstatic when I first learned that I can grow my very own plumeria tree from just a…
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