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…
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…
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…
I’m a Mom Raising Kids in The Loneliest Generation
Let me let you in on a little secret—very few people know my heart. Thousands of friends and followers on social media, but I still find myself lonely at times. You see, making a connection in this generation is very different than generations before us. Prior generations did not have technology and other devices to depend on to socialize. They visited each other’s homes, they went to church together, their kids played, and they were a community. Now, relationships are built on a stranger and social media. We rely on people to give us advice to handle our day-to-day situations, in hopes of a fix. We listen to each other’s…
Starting Your Own Health Store
There are many niches of retail that you might be keen to get into, but if you are keen to feel that you are providing something good to the world, then you might want to think about starting your own health store. These stores are popping up everywhere at the moment, and they are very often a great kind of business to have. They are certainly popular with a lot of customers, which is obviously something that is going to be useful if you want to make a success of it. Here are some tips on starting your own health store. Pic – CCO License Figure Out A Niche…
Viva Las Vegas! Once A Gambling Mecca Now A Food & Show Scene
Las Vegas, sin city where what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. Well unless you are a travel writer and then it is a tell all! My husband recently had a work trip and I tagged along for a few days. I have been to Vegas on numerous occasions and have watched it transition into a food lovers paradise and some of the best shows you will ever see! This trip did not disappoint one bit! This post contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Lets start with the good stuff! FOOD! I had the pleasure of dining at SUSHISAMBA and…
