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Your baby’s first birthday is a truly significant day. The first year of your baby’s life passes by so quickly in a blur of milestones and sleep deprivation, that by the time they reach 12 months old you have both earnt a celebration. Here are some great ideas for throwing your baby a first birthday…
I don’t know about you, but after spending the past several months leading up to the kids’ favorite day of the year, I’m always ready for a little “me time.” That’s what I love about New Year’s: it’s unapologetically a holiday for adults. And it’s one of those few occasions in the year that give…
Winter comes with the chance to decorate every part of your home in ways so wonderful even the most devoted bar humbugs catch themselves smiling. You decorate your kitchen, your hallways, your living room, dining spaces, bedrooms, bathrooms, laundry hole and every inch of the front, from your front door to the white picket fence….
Hold onto your hats, guys; the holiday season is fast approaching. For all the merriment that it brings, there is a significant downside that many of us are familiar with: the annual agonizing over what the heck to buy for those wonderful ladies in our lives. Your fate over the festive period may indeed depend…
If you are feeling stressed out and like life is too much to handle, taking time to explore your spiritual side can benefit you. In fact, there have been many studies suggesting that taking a spiritual journey and getting in touch with God can help you to feel a greater sense of purpose. Whether you…
Our homes are our castle, or so the famous saying goes. If that’s the case, then it naturally follows that we’re going to want to be in control of that castle. We want to be the Medieval monarch, who holds dominion over everything that they see and is able to control their own section of…
Don’t worry, we’re not going to write one of those blogs where we try and compare your home to a luxury boutique hotel and tell you that it is possible to get that luxe look because, well, does anyone really want that? Yes, a high-end boutique hotel is a great metaphor for luxury, but a)…
Did that quick look at the calendar give you a jolt? In between working your day job, taking the kids to soccer and family-time plans, you suddenly realize that those wonderful people who raised you are about to reach a milestone anniversary. That milestone anniversary deserves more than a simple dinner out. Don’t worry. We’ve…
I know from experience just how important it is to keep family expenses low. I have a family of 6 and a household of 9 so I do a LOT of cooking! I try to keep our food budget as low as possible. In this article, I list 10 of my favorite delicious dinner…
Swimming, laying on the beach, picnics in the park—it’s no surprise why the summer is our favorite season. The hot and humid weather, however, can have detrimental effects on our health and well-being. When we’re overheated, we may feel sluggish, irritated, and unmotivated to stay fit. Add in lots of drinks by the pool and…
If you’re like a lot of new moms, you’re rethinking your sense of style. After nine months of maternity outfits, you’re probably more than ready for a fashion makeover. Busy mommies without a lot of spare time, take note. We’re going to tell you how to reinvent your look easily and affordably. Quick style…
In any home, the most often used rooms are also the most often considered when it comes to making a sale to a potential buyer. They’re also the rooms in which we spend the majority of our waking hours, and they’re the rooms which will see the entire family, friends, and neighbors. Neck and neck…
Letting in the light into your home can be a strangely fraught activity; if you throw open your curtains to a busy street, it can feel like living in a fishbowl. Yet, there’s a murkiness and staleness that comes from not letting enough light in. So, how do you reconcile the opposing options in a…
Starting your own blog can be one of the most rewarding and exciting activities that anyone can do, but it can be particularly beneficial for modern wives and mothers. A blog can be a great outlet for creativity, or it could be a way to draw attention to your small business. If you are good…
Whether you want to travel for a honeymoon, graduation, or during retirement, most of us have a desire to travel and experience the world. With technology, we live in a global society. We turn on the television or internet, and we hear about and see events that happen a world away. We no longer consider…
It’s important to look your best in order to feel your best, but being a fashionable homemaker can sometimes be a difficult task. Between the demanding tasks of raising children, and keeping your home spotless, you may find it difficult to care for yourself. Getting your nails done and keeping your hair style up-to-date and…