Perfect Summer Dishes That You Can Use Garden Veggies & Herbs
Pasta dishes that make the most of the season’s best produce. The moment when all these spring and summer vegetables collide is so brief that I feel like I have to celebrate it. So, I cook a pot of pasta, sauté or steam the veggies, and toss them together to make wonderful mouth watering dishes. I have included the links to each recipe for you to easily find more amazing ideas! Enjoy! New York Times Cooking, Recipe from Anna Jones, Adapted by Tejal RaoIn this simple recipe, raw pasta and cherry tomatoes are simmered together in a single pan, cooking the pasta and forming a thick, starchy sauce at the…
Sustainable Living: Eco-Friendly Upgrades for Your Home
In today’s world, the concept of sustainable living is more than just a trend; it has become a necessity for many homeowners. The push towards reducing our environmental footprint has led to an increase in demand for eco-friendly home upgrades. These upgrades not only benefit the environment but also save money in the long run and improve the overall quality of living. For those looking to make their homes greener, deciding where to start can be confusing. However, making a home more sustainable doesn’t have to be an overwhelming process. By taking manageable steps, homeowners can significantly enhance the sustainability of their living spaces. This guide provides practical and…
A Change of Place: Ten Ways to Help Your Family Adjust to a New City
Moving to a new city is undoubtedly a major life change that many families face. Whether it’s for job opportunities, a better living environment, or financial reasons such as the lower cost of living in cities like Camden, which is 14% less expensive than other cities of New Jersey, relocating brings a mix of excitement and anxiety. Ensuring that your family adjusts well to this change is crucial for their well-being and your mental peace. The stress of moving, combined with settling into a new environment, can be overwhelming. Here are some effective ways to help your family cope with the transition to a new city, ensuring a smoother and…
Valencia: The Sunny Spanish City Where Paella Was Born
Spain’s third-largest city has long been neglected by tourism in favor of well-trodden Madrid and Barcelona, but sunny Valencia has been biding her time and is now coming into her own. It’s the birthplace of paella, where the authentic dish is cooked over orange-wood fires. Tree-lined streets teem with oranges (but not the same ones that are squeezed into the agua de Valencia that you’ll sip in summertime). And beaches fill with sunseekers enjoying chiringuitos, where the party stretches into the late hours. Valencian energy really comes alive, though, during Las Fallas—a festival where the whole city becomes one, 200 pounds of gunpowder unite everyone’s heartbeats, and the streets merge…
Turning a Dream Barn into a Dream Home: Top Barn Conversion Tips
Have you ever come across an old but enchanting barn and wished it could be turned into a rustic, elegant living space? Trust me; these dreams can be realized! Converting a barn is one of the best means to have a home that is both unique and full of character. Nonetheless, before you get down to knocking off walls and putting up new ones, some important matters should be taken into consideration. This guide offers important tips for your barn conversion project. It will deal with everything from planning and building permits to design and construction that will guarantee the realization of your dream home. Image Credit Planning Makes…
3 Popular International Travel Destinations For 2024
Every year, we see new travel destinations become more popular than others. We live on a massive planet with so many amazing countries and cultures, so it’s only natural that new areas of the world start “trending”. Some of the trending vacation destinations may surprise you while others are easier to understand. Below, we’ve listed the top three most popular places to travel to in 2024 Source – CC0 License The Middle East This isn’t a country but rather a group of countries that are rapidly becoming hot tourist spots. Places like Dubai in the UAE have long been popular because they offer luxury holiday getaways. Ironically, we have soccer…
5 Tips for Purchasing Your Next Family Vehicle
When purchasing your next family vehicle, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, you want to make sure that you get the best value for your money and that the vehicle will handle everything your family needs it to. This blog post will discuss five tips for purchasing your next family vehicle. Keep these tips in mind when shopping for your next car, and you can be sure that you are making the best decision possible! Photo by Aaron Curtis from Pexels 1) Know what you need Before you even begin shopping for your next family vehicle, it is essential to know precisely what you…
Is my child ready for a smartphone? A readiness guide
By: Beatrice Moise Discover key factors to consider, such as their personality, level of development and level of maturity, with insights from a cognitive specialist and parenting coach. I get this question a lot from my clients: When is my child ready for a smartphone? My answer: It’s not only about the specific age. Because kids are still developing, it’s essential that they form a sense of identity outside of technology—not with technology. That means parents need to understand each child’s unique level of readiness for the responsibility that comes with owning a smartphone. Here are a few ways to assess that readiness, based on personality, developmental stage and maturity. Personality:…
The Importance of Feeding Your Spirit
One question I have for you is…What have you feed your spirit today? We are consumed with our everyday lives that we forget there is a world that exists beyond our four walls. I am not talking about your neighbor or co-workers I am referring to the spiritual world. What is that you say? It is the unseen influences that go beyond what we see, live and breathe. To illustrate the spiritual world and the need to feed it properly, let’s look at two brothers. These brothers lived happy lives, as far as we know. They had no worries played as they wanted, had plenty of food and parents that…
Puerto Vallarta-Everything You Need To Know Before You Travel!
Puerto Vallarta is now in my top 5 of Happy Places to travel in the world! My hubby tried for 14 years to get me to go and, finally! I can’t believe it took me this long! Why you ask? The people, the culture, the food, the cobblestone streets! I could go on and on but I will show you instead! We flew direct out of Atlanta and by using our Delta American Express points we paid for taxes only! If you are interested in learning more about how to travel cheap with points message me and I will give you all the details! My parents joined us on this…
