We usually travel during the summer - it's our big budget splurge - and after a dozen home exchanges in 10-years, our family has traveled to several countries and states. But, with two teenagers, we are not taking a family summer vacation this year. A friend of mine told me recently there's no such thing… Continue reading Summer Travels
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Home Organization Project 26
We're half-way through our year-long crazy, hair-brained idea of mine to either reduce the amount of 'stuff' and clutter in our house or move. The "52 weeks of home organization projects" has definitely been interesting and has people talking. The burning question most everyone asks is: "Are you really, actually, cleaning out the - fill… Continue reading Home Organization Project 26
7 Tips for Staying Fit and Exercising While on Vacation
Just because it's summer doesn't mean we can skip exercising while traveling. Whether you're a walker or a runner, incorporate exercise into your travel itinerary with these 7 tips for staying fit on vacation. 7 tips for staying active while traveling 1. Get out :: Get outside and see the city or countryside where you've… Continue reading 7 Tips for Staying Fit and Exercising While on Vacation
Home Organization Project 25
After the blow-out yard sale we had last week, I needed an easy project for this week's home organization project. The sale went well - in case you were wondering - not that we made loads of money - but we got rid of almost everything. Almost is the key word because Brad conveniently priced… Continue reading Home Organization Project 25
Summer Time Coffee Break
This post is sponsored by International Delight Iced Coffee. While I like to make my own drinks when entertaining, when I'm running short on time, convenience matters. This International Delight Iced Coffee is just right for summer especially when afternoon guests are arriving on short notice. Served with plenty of ice cubes, the International Delight… Continue reading Summer Time Coffee Break
How to Pack for a Picnic Dinner
Ah, summer - I'm so glad you're here! Nothing says summer fun like an outdoor concert in the park with a picnic dinner and when summer arrives, I like to be ready for simple dining outside. Having a picnic routine is helpful - it takes the guess work out of organizing a meal on the… Continue reading How to Pack for a Picnic Dinner
Home Organization Project 24
Can we talk about garage and yard sales? That's what this week's home organization project was all about. We're getting ready for a yard sale tomorrow and we've opened every cupboard, drawer, closet - everything in the house this week.We're walking around asking ourselves what's really important, what do we really want to keep, continue… Continue reading Home Organization Project 24
Home Organization Project 23
When my kids were younger, I was forever stepping on Legos or finding doll shoes tucked here and there. Then, before I knew it, no more playing with toys. Kids moved on and didn't play with any of their toys again. While I was ready to get our home organized and toys put away, none… Continue reading Home Organization Project 23
Camping and Cooking Supplies
When we did a 3-week camping trip around Oregon, it made us realize how few camping and cooking supplies we actually used or really needed. Fewer supplies meant less to keep track of and by investing in reusable items, there was nothing for us to throw out. With less stuff to pack and unpack, we… Continue reading Camping and Cooking Supplies
10 Tips for Running a Half-Marathon Over Age 45
This post is sponsored by BUILT WITH CHOCOLATE MILK. My husband, Brad, and I just ran a half-marathon - his first, my fourth - together! Running a half-marathon over the age of 45 is different than running when you're younger. Even though it's still the same distance - 13.1 miles - when you're older it… Continue reading 10 Tips for Running a Half-Marathon Over Age 45
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