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Halloween is a popular and festive holiday that is associated with treats, parties, and a general good time all around. If you are recovering from alcoholism, however, or trying to curtail your to curtail a bad drinking habit, you’ll need to plan for Halloween in advance so you don’t inadvertently fall into old habits that…
For many families the kitchen is the heart of the home and a place where strong bonds and relationships are cemented, so it makes logical sense to enhance that already strong kitchen connection by learning to cook together. Learning how to cook is a life skill that most of us need to acquire or want…
Friends is a subjective term, and at times, it’s just a sure way of keeping a safe distance from rejection despite one’s true feelings. It’s not unusual to have friends who are the opposite sex, yet some women are shocked to find that their male buddy is actually a hopeful beau in waiting. How can…
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Playskool. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. As a mom of 3, I highly value space saving toys. I’m always making an effort to de-clutter my poor house while making my…
Tea is an internationally beloved beverage, but it hasn’t quite caught on in America — yet. Perhaps it is that Americans simply don’t understand the proper times to indulge in the tasty, nourishing beverage that is tea. Fortunately, with hundreds of varieties of tea available, nearly every time is the right time for a cuppa. Here…
A tattoo is an image drawn on the body for some specific reasons. Some of these reasons may be; to be trendy, to express love for someone or something, to fit in a specific group of people or just for fun. A tattoo is an indirect message to represent something or to keep memories of…
Congratulations on your new home entertainment system, you lucky dog! You’ve shopped for stereo receivers for sale and now you want to harness the powers of your A/V components, but you need to first understand how to establish your components in unison. Otherwise, it would be like using a motor boat with oars. To…
Let’s face facts, it’s hard to defy gravity as we get older and some parts of our body appear to have a natural inclination to head south. The good news is that there are some exercises you can build into your daily routine which will help you to fight back against the sands of time…
Family members, especially the kids, are often so excited about vacations or plans to go to an amusement park that they forget about the importance of safety. However, like buckling your seatbelt, safety is something that should not go overlooked regardless of how mundane preparation may seem. Remember the following safety tips for the next…
Babies are naturally curious. They don’t know anything about the world around them, including the dangers. Here’s how to teach them a healthy respect for swimming pools, the beach, or just playing in the tub without being a buzzkill. From 6 Months To 1 Year Baby is just learning how to swim. The American Association…
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dannon. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All views and opinions are my own, and do not necessarily represent those of Dannon. Since finding out I was pregnant with…
Are you struggling with seasonal allergies right now? Join the crowd! This can be a hard time of year for anyone with allergies or asthma. One of the things I use to combat seasonal allergies and reduce my asthma symptoms is an air purifier. Growing up with asthma was a real struggle and even though…
With Mother’s Day weekend quickly approaching, T.J.Maxx asked me to share with everyone how I “Maxx” motherhood. When it comes to being a mom, everyone has their own unique approach to balancing everything on their plate and T.J.Maxx recognizes that motherhood is less about perfection and more about maximizing what matters most! So instead of…
Spring 2015 Nail Trends By Sarah-Jean Ballard Get ready for spring with these hot nail color trends! Mint Green & Baby Blue By Sarah-Jean Ballard My two favorite spring nail colors are mint green and baby blue. There is something fresh, young and playful about these pastel tones that make me think of spring. Orchid…
From rockin’ shamrocks to preppy green argyle, Jamberry’s St. Patrick’s Day nail art wraps will have all your friend green with envy when they see your stylish holiday nails! Jamberry nail wraps require no superpowers, skills or dry time. They last up to 2 weeks when applied properly! I recommend watching a YouTube video for…