A lifestyle blog for women focused on aspects of life apart from parenting.
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Coloring books for all ages are the rage these days. I recently joined the ranks of women coloring as part of a stress relief approach to life. Compared to eating more chocolate, coloring is also great for controlling my waistline! I thought it would be nice to share some free coloring books for stress relief that you can get for Kindle. For Kindle, you say?
If you spend any time at all on social media, you most likely have seen posts from people who have entered the world of online marketing. Work from home! Live the dream! I see these daily and will admit that I sometimes wish for a magic bullet to help me become a better businessperson. A key to success is understanding value proposition as an entrepreneur, whether you are writing a
Looking for a new book to read? I always am! Here’s one to check out that just released on Amazon. (Scroll down for my thoughts on it!) The King of the Friend Zone by Sheralyn Pratt Esme Taylor has an amazing fiancé, a lifelong best friend, and a problem. The problem stems from the fact that her best friend is named Hunter and, well. . .he’s kind of (totally) hot.
The immune system is a complex body defense system that works night and day to protect you from pathogens that can cause you to become sick in a variety of ways. Let’s look at ten signs that you have an unhealthy immune system and offer some solutions. 10 Signs That You Have an Unhealthy Immune System You Get Sick A Lot You may experience frequent bouts of colds and just
Yes, having fresh fruit in your Christmas stocking is nice and all, but it isn’t exactly what you want. There are a few things though that would make you smile when you unwrap them. Here are just a few stocking stuffers that adults really want. Stocking Stuffers for Adults While there are some traditions for stockings in our house, it is always fun to get something unexpected. I’ll still stuff
As a mom of all boys, there were many years when jeans and a t-shirt was all I wore. Well, except for getting dressed up on Sunday for church. In the last few years, I have been branching out and finding my own personal style. Thanks to a friend, I was introduced to Rocksbox Jewelry which has expanded my options without buying new clothes. Since I have had such a
From losing weight to launching a business, people all have goals in their life. In many cases, these goals are attached to lifelong dreams that an individual is very passionate about. Yet, there are 7 common reasons why you fail to meet your goals, even when it is a lifelong dream. This post contains affiliate links in it. Using them may result in a small commission for the site at
For a while now, I have been noticing more designers adopting the cold shoulder trend in their designs. Whether it is a top or dress, there are plenty of options out there. The trend began picking up steam this past spring and does not seem to be coming to an end anytime soon. As a woman who is entering that cycle of life known as “the change”, I am all
Do you put everyone before yourself? Is saying yes a habit, more than a true intention? If more people helped others, the world would be a better place. However, psychologist Susan Newman says it can be dangerous to be a constant people-pleaser. I will admit that I tend to be a people-pleaser. I think some of us are just born with the innate desire to make others happy. However, I’ve
It has been hot, hot, hot this month. While I was in Santa Fe (where it’s always hot this time of year), Alaska was gorgeous. But, this past week has been hot enough that the inside of the house went over 80 degrees. I am thankful that we are now entering several days of more moderate temperatures with rain. By next week my main living space may now longer be
I’m loving BRIGHT colors this summer season! There’s no better way to embrace bold colors that a new nail look. Disclaimer ~ I am an affiliate with Julep and am including links that may result in my earning a small commission. There is no charge to you and I am grateful to anyone who uses their purchases to support this site. Check out these three nail looks from Julep. Here
When summer arrives, I love to have salad as my meal. All I need to do is add a bit of protein to it and I am set to go. I find the fresh vegetables refreshing to have as well. Chicken Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing is a new favorite for me. Customize This Salad for the Size Crowd You Are Serving The beauty of this salad is that you can
Located in the center of all the excitement, Hard Rock Hotel Chicago offers an unforgettable stay in the Windy City. Discover the stylish interiors of their standard 2 queen bed rooms and explore the captivating design elements that make this hotel truly unique. With its prime location and iconic vibe, the hotel puts you in the center of it all, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the energy and
Last summer, I shared a casual patriotic outfit using a few pieces from my drawers. I’m revisiting it with a few minor differences. When you think of patriotic colors here in the United States it is all about the red, white and blue. Pairing a blue and white striped sweater with dressy navy blue capris in a stretch fabric, I can play with accessories to dress it up or dress
Last week I shared 6 reasons why walking is a great activity for everyone. Now, I wanted to hit both how to plan and maximize your walking routine. Specifically, how to get in the habit of walking more, using a pedometer for motivation and tracking, and getting started on your walking routine. NOTE ~ Affiliate links are present in the post for your convenience. There is no charge to you
I received a print from The Darren Gygi Home Collection to facilitate this post. All opinions are my own. There are many things which help make a house feel like home. Surrounding yourself with things that you love is key. Beyond big things like your furniture, there are all the accessories including wall art that reflect your style. I am thrilled to introduce you to The Darren Gygi Home Collection which offers
There are a lot of good reasons to go for a walk. It’s fun, it’s relaxing, and most important it’s good for your health. It is also something that most of us can easily add into our routine. But what exactly are the health benefits of walking? 6 Health Benefits of Walking Walking Gets You Outside In The Fresh Air and Sunshine No matter how fast or slow you walk,
For some of us, our weekends during college and our early 20s was spent blasting that guilty pleasure playlist, getting glammed up and heading out for a night on the town with the girls. Ladies Night was the carrot dangling in front of you as you worked hard during the week. Sometimes our guy friends joined in the fun, but there was something about ladies night that had us looking
Summer days where it is warm has me longing for a cool drink. Something with a hint of fruit, like this Mint Lemonade Spritzer. Alaska is not known for hot weather. Well, Fairbanks and parts of the interior get warm. But, here in southcentral Alaska homes do not usually have air conditioners as we rarely need it. We’re in the midst of unseasonably warm weather here in Alaska. As I
This post on how to enhance your experience with a wine aerator was sponsored by Zazzol. All opinions are my own. The links are to Amazon and may result in a small commission for us should you purchase. Have you seen reports saying how a glass of red wine can be healthy for you? I had and automatically decided that was one action to a healthy lifestyle I would not
