My mom has blogged for almost all my life. I remember being really little and going with her to the newspaper office when she pitched to be their columnist writing about coupon deals. I played with toys on the faded carpet while she talked to the guy in charge. I remember when he agreed. They…
It’s back to school time for many families. Students are getting excited about new school clothes, backpacks and seeing friends while parents are gathering notebooks, pencils, hand sanitizers and tissues. Here are some back to school gifts that you and your family may want to add to your shopping list for the fall. This post…
It’s the middle of Yard Sale season. Everywhere you look, there are signs advertising garage sales, multi family yard sales and the opportunities to get a bargain. But don’t miss these 7 important tips to help guarantee yard sale success. This post includes affiliate links. 7 Tips for Yard Sale Success Take Small Change It’s…
If you have a Star Wars fan in your life, then you need to find some fun Star Wars gift ideas for birthdays, special events and Christmas! I’ve gathered some fun gift ideas to help you celebrate and recognize the special things that only Star Wars fans can really appreciate. Whether you are looking for toys,…
Are you ready to learn something new? Our grandparents have enjoyed classic hobbies for generations. How many of us have inherited quilts, afghans or old letters written in beautiful script? Many of us remember our grandparents canning jellies and growing indoor plants. Now it’s our turn to remember the classic hobbies and share them with…
Working from home is still a relatively new experience for some people but not for me. I have been working remotely for over 20 years. Along the way, I have learned some things to help make this experience not only enjoyable but also help me stay balanced and set boundaries. Here are some of the…
I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to plan an adventure. It’s been a long time since we hit the road and went exploring. So, even though I may not be really ready to make reservations (yet), I’m already doing the first thing that must be done before any vacation can happen. I’m starting…
I have officially started driving. Crazy I know, but slowly and surely I’m learning how to be gentle on the brakes and not throw Mom through the windshield. As I’ve practiced in empty parking lots and slowly eased out on the real road, I’ve realized there are a couple must-have items that all new drivers…