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    active family travel - Travel

    Port Essentials – What Do You Need to Take With You?

    March 13, 2018 - By 

    Port essentials are just what they say – essential. Without them, your time exploring any port could be a challenge. Disembarking the ship is fun and a great chance to explore a new island or city. But, if you forget these items when returning to the ship you could ruin that dream cruise. Some of these port essentials are for convenience, some are for a better overall experience, and some… Well, without a couple of these you won’t even get back on the ship! So let’s talk about the essentials that you absolutely cannot disembark without when you cruise. Port…

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    Food

    32 Deliciously Decadent Cheesecake Recipes

    March 12, 2018 - By 

    Decadent cheesecake recipes are worth saving and making, sharing and eating! What’s so great about cheesecake? Well, let’s start with the perfect graham crumb crust and then lead into the creamy filling. Maybe you are a fillings or toppings kind of cheesecake lover. Or are you a purist? Cheesecake plain or New York style only for you. I am a bit of both. Find me a caramel topping for cheesecake or a fruity variation and I am all about that. But in a pinch I am happy to have a slice just plain. No matter what kind of cheesecake you…

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    beauty products - family

    Snatched – 15 Tried and True Spring Beauty Favorites

    March 8, 2018 - By 

    The winter months are super hard on my skin. I have had to change my skin and hair care routine a few times so far this year. Which is one reason I am looking forward to spring. Spring and summer bring much kinder skin and hair. In the meantime I have been swooning over some of the latest spring beauty favorites. Spring beauty favorites seemed like a great idea for a post this week. There are a few amazing products here that I use all the time in my home. And there are a few spring beauty products that I…

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    family

    How to Save on Water Bills Now

    March 7, 2018 - By 

    Wouldn’t it be great to save on water bills? Depending on where you live, paying for water can be quite costly. The good news is that it’s possible to save on water bills, simply by making a few changes in your daily routine. Better yet, it’s probably easier than you anticipate ways to save money on water bills. And of course that also helps conserve water which should be everybody’s job. Use Your Dishwasher Efficiently If you own a dishwasher, you’ve already taken the first step toward saving money on what you pay for water. Despite what many people believe,…

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    Travel

    Dublin Street Art is Larger Than Life

    March 6, 2018 - By 

    Dublin street art is magnetic and larger than life. Part of the charm of travel for me is seeing the many ways cities use street art and public art to make their city unique. Before I took my trip to Dublin, I associated the city with pubs, literature and castles. But it’s so much more. In fact, Dublin is a dramatic contrast of youthful energy and creativity, surrounded by tradition and history. Of course the traditional architecture, history and literature are what we know the Irish city for. But Dublin also has a flirty, creative, youthful spirit on display in…

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    Food

    31 Best Rhubarb Recipes on the Planet

    March 5, 2018 - By 

    Rhubarb is one if those oddball foods or flavours that I just never understood until I was in my 40s. I am constantly amazed at how tastes and tastebuds change over time. So peculiar. As a child I would NEVER have eaten rhubarb. But now I have come to appreciate it on occasion. That little hit of natural sourness is something I crave sometimes. Here are my picks for the 31 Best Rhubarb Recipes on the Planet. 31 Best Rhubarb Recipes on the Planet From rhubarb recipes for biscuits to sauces and cakes, there’s something delicious for every food lover…

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    adoption and tweens - parenting - Parenting

    Teach Your Child How to Be a Friend

    March 2, 2018 - By 

    This morning I have already connected with 3 of the parents I know who have kids with special needs. I am beyond grateful for their support. My kids are both having a rough week. Some part of that is life as a teenage girl. Another part of that is special needs. And yet a final piece of that is other people’s kids. Can’t control how other people parent, even though I wish I could. But I can reach out to my support network. And I can write. Sometimes that’s my therapy. Girl friendships are hard. I get it. I was…

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    March Colouring Page To Enjoy!

    March 1, 2018 - By 

    Well here we are in March already. I am looking forward to a bit more winter actually. Need to squeeze some more travel and a bit more skiing in soon. Anyways, you know what they say about March. In like a lion and out like a lamb or vice versa. Wondering which one we will have this year. Either way don’t sweat it, forget it and enjoy this fun, free, March colouring page. March is closing in on spring for those of you who love spring weather. For those of us who still like to lap up the remaining days…

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    Health

    What are the Powerful Health Benefits of Vitamin C?

    February 28, 2018 - By 

    Health benefits of vitamin C extend beyond keeping colds at bay, although this powerhouse vitamin does that too. When cold and flu season rolls around, most of us boost our vitamin C intake. Then, when the season is over, we figure we’re out of the woods, and we go back to our normal routine. However, the health benefits of vitamin C make it a supplement we should be taking year round, not just when the cold and flu season hits. Year Round Health Benefits of Vitamin C Vitamin C plays an incredibly important role in the body. Most people don’t…

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    Travel

    Tradewinds Island Resorts – St. Pete Beach is the Cream of the Crop

    February 27, 2018 - By 

    This post contains affiliate links as a service to my readers. If you make a purchase via one of the links on this site I receive a commission, at no extra cost to you.  Tradewinds Island Resorts – St. Pete Beach is a sweet spot to stay any time of year. Last October, I took a girls’ trip to the resort with a group of friends, and it was a blast. The gorgeous beach, beautiful surrounds, and spacious accommodations at Tradewinds Island Resorts – St. Pete Beach made for a relaxing getaway that really helped recharge my batteries. In fact…