When you grow up in the rolling hills of Kentucky you don’t see a lot of cactus growing in the wild. In fact, the only cacti you see are special exhibits or individual planters on someone’s desk or in their kitchen. On a recent trip to Phoenix, Arizona, I discovered an amazing place where you can enjoy…
One of my favorite parts of traveling is checking out local restaurants with a unique atmosphere. Located just 20 minutes outside of Phoenix in Mesa, Arizona is one of the most fun pizza restaurants in the state. Organ Stop Pizza features the largest Wurlitzer organ in the world and offers a great family-friendly experience with…
If you have a Cricut and a little imagination, you can create amazing personalized gifts that are custom made just for you! Whether you are looking for gift ideas or just a way to bring create something for yourself, you can use vinyl and your Cricut machine to custom design the things you use every day….
Welcome to the middle of winter for most of us! January and February can often seem like the longest months of the year because there are not as many days out of school, it’s dark earlier and there is no color on the trees. Since it can be a pretty dreary time for teenagers, be…
One of the best places to experience the amazing sunsets in Phoenix, Arizona is the iconic Hole in the Rock. This popular trail just minutes from the Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Gardens is an easy walk up to the top of the butte that gives you the perfect place to watch the sunset. If…
We are always looking for creative ways to showcase our love of adventure. My husband and son have been picking up collectible tokens on many of our road trips. Since these are inexpensive souvenirs and a fun collection to help remember our visits to these National Parks, Monuments and Scenic Attractions, I wanted a way…
This is a question I’ve thought about a few times over the past few weeks as I’ve gotten hooked on crocheting again. I spend a little time each evening doing what some might think is unproductive. When I’m crocheting, I’m not doing laundry, the kitchen doesn’t get cleaned and I don’t get any blogging done….
Are you one of those people that stay cold all the time? Do you dread getting out of bed each morning and dream about staying under the comforter just a few more minutes? If you or someone in your family is always chilly, then there are some great products and gifts to help bring warmth…
Did you know that there are opportunities to volunteer and use your time and talents at conference centers and camps around the country? Today, I am excited to welcome my mom, Ritchie Hale, as she shares some of her experiences working as a volunteer at Glen Eyrie Castle in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs, Colorado seems…