Inexpensive European Travel: If you’ve always wanted to travel around Europe, but are worried about the expense, there are a few money-saving hacks that I highly recommend. For example, if you are traveling between countries (or even just around town) one of the most cost-effective ways to do so is to use public transportation. And […]
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Why Fat Makes You Thin (And More Shocking Nutritional Facts You’ve Been Lied To About Your Whole Life)
 If you keep up with health crazes and nutritional fads, you’ve probably heard of the keto diet. Rich in fats, low in carbs, this diet is said to be the most sustainable way to lose weight quickly. But most people are shocked to learn that it’s possible to lose weight when eating so many fatty […]
How To Make Homework Fun For Your Kids
Now that school is fully back in session, my kids are huddled around the dinner table a few nights a week working on their homework. Don’t let me fool you though, it’s not like they do so willingly. Getting them to do their homework requires a little creativity and occasional threat! But who can blame […]
Burrs In Fur: How To Easily Remove Them
I took my fur babies camping over the weekend and we had the best time! It was a blast to spend a few days in the wilderness away from it all. While my dogs definitely liked being able to roam around and gallivant as they pleased, we were camped near a large grassy field. My […]
Campfire Cooking: Cowboy Up
 My kids and I love to camp. And by love to camp, I mean that we REALLY love to camp. We try to head out at least four or five times a Summer, and we have tons of fun no matter where we end up going. But it can be tricky to prepare meals for […]
Why Are You Still Eating These Inflammatory Foods?
With all of the health food crazes, diets, and fads, it can be tricky to determine what is really good for you and what isn’t. However, as more scientific research is released, it’s becoming more and more clear that foods with gluten, dairy, sugar, and soy might not be too good for you. Not only […]
Summer Heat Survival Guide
I’m not sure what the weather is like in your neck of the woods, but in my area it is HOT. It hasn’t been lower than 101 in what feels like weeks and we are all desperate for a little relief. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like mother nature plans on cooling us off any time […]
Food Painting: Highlights And Shadows That Create Delicious Art
I was spending a moment or two last weekend on Pinterest and I came across an especially gorgeous “food-themed” painting. It was a photo of pancakes and blueberries, and the shadows were just incredible! Inspired by the painting, I decided to give this kind of art a try of my own. Take a look at […]
How To Attract Songbirds
I love sitting outdoors, listening to the songbirds while I enjoy my cup of hot coffee in the mornings! Songbirds add such a magical element to any garden, and it’s easy to feel like a Disney princess when the birds are chirping so close by. And while songbirds in the garden might sound too good […]
5 Star Spangled 4th Of July (Last Minute) Desserts
The Fourth is such a magical holiday! I love the energy of the whole day and I even love the sunburn I usually come home with. However, if you’re like me, you end up doing SOMETHING last-minute on the 4th! And since you can’t go to a party empty-handed, try any one of these super […]