The farther we are away from retirement, the harder it is to keep our retirement goals in mind. To help me keep my goals up front in my thinking, I have created a Retirement Vision Board. I have always been a fan of vision boards – a board of pictures and quotes designed to help …
One of the things that I love about the new Weight Watchers Freestyle program is that there really are no foods completely off limits. Everything has a point value; it is all about making better-for-you choices. Now I really do love a good burger. I mean, who doesn’t? Well, lucky me – I have a …
One of my go-to weeknight dinners is a fresh and delicious taco salad. I make this up often since it is yummy, healthy, fast, and everyone in the family loves it! For years I used to keep the store bought packets of taco seasonings on hand, and then I discovered how easy it was able …
I have a friend that is a real trickster and absolutely lives for April Fool’s Day. This is her all-time favorite holiday, and she literally prepares for it all year long. Some of her tricks are days in the making and some are spur of the moment ideas. I would love to share what she …
I recently celebrated my birthday! I gotta’ say that turning 55 felt momentous. I believe there is something about the double fives that feels special. My first thought when I awoke on my birthday, was that I had outlived both of my grandfathers. Neither one made it to 55. Plus, I am more than a …
Yesterday, I walked through two Open Houses looking for inspiration. I love touring model homes searching for new ideas and easy decorating tips. These two homes were not model homes, but they were the exact same floor plan as our home. You see, they are right on our street. Both of them are across the …
Hands down brunch is the easiest party to host! Why? One) because you can plan a delicious menu that can be prepared completely ahead of time, and two) because brunch compliments so many celebrations! I have hosted brunches for graduations, baptisms, First Communions, Christmas gatherings, and just because I want to hang with my friends. …
Spring time is officially here! Well, at least that is what the calendar says. Much of the country is being hit with blizzards right now. So much so, that I cannot complain about the blustery rainy days that we having this week at school. Can we say indoor recess with sixth graders?! With the coming …
My 23 year old daughter graduated with a degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology and promptly moved home after her graduation. Her decision to move home was motivated by two reasons. One, she needed to save money for medical school. And two, she needed time to study for the MCAT. Moving home allowed her …
My life has been super busy lately! You may have noticed that I have been away from my blog more than normal. Like you, I only have 24 hours a day, and when my life goes on overdrive – I need to let somethings go. As much as I love writing and sharing with you …
