Spending quality time with our loved ones is one of the most important things we can do in our lives, and all kinds of research on the subject of human well-being consistently find that close interpersonal relationships are a cornerstone in what everyone ultimately considers to be “a good life.” For that reason, it is especially tragic when we find ourselves at a loss for ways to show the people closest to us that we really care. Reaching out to your loved ones and letting them know how ...
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Why You Need the AutoAir™ Bosch 500 Series Dishwasher
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Best Buy. I don't know about you but I am busy! Its the end of summer and school is back in the swing. Fall is right around the corner and then means family and holiday gatherings are not far off. All that means I don't have time to do dishes and I need a dishwasher that is going to get them crystal clear clean the first time. That's why I am checking out the new AutoAir™ Bosch 500 Series dishwasher. How many times have you gone to load your dishwasher ...
A Guide To Throwing An Awesome Family Party
Throwing an awesome family party gives you an occasion to look back on and talk about for years to come. Getting all of your favorite people together in one place and having an amazing time makes for the best memories! Here, we’re going to talk about how you can throw an awesome family party. Whether it’s a special family member’s birthday, anniversary, or you’re celebrating your child’s exam results, the ideas below will help you. Take a look and start planning yours! Come Up With A ...
Wizard of Oz Movie Party with Alamo Drafthouse
Did you know, 80 years ago today, the Wizard of Oz premiered on the big screen? I didn't know either, but it did. The folks over at Alamo Drafthouse decided to throw a movie viewing party to celebrate this special day. Peyton and I were invited to attend the viewing party and check out the Alamo Drafthouse in Woodbury. I must admit, we were both pretty excited. We've been to plenty of movie screeners but never a movie viewing party so we had no clue what to expect. The Alamo Drafthouse does ...
Ten Practical Budgeting Tips
You’ve just started budgeting. A huge round of applause for you, no kidding. This is a great step toward achieving financial independence. Besides, many people dread this process. while others consider this as a “financial limitation.” On the contrary, budgeting gives you freedom to do anything with your money. A budget gives you a say in what every dollar will do. This is in addition to helping you achieve your financial goals, but how’s the going from when you started this new ...
Unlock Your Child’s Potential with Huntington Learning Center
“This is a sponsored blog; while the views expressed here were genuinely mine, consideration was paid to me by Huntington Learning Center.” Many of you know Peyton was diagnosed with ADHD in second grade. That diagnosis was not a shock but it was a relief. We had been having issues with her performance in school, her behavior and overall attitude. So getting an official diagnosis was a huge relief. I thought things would start to work themselves out but here we are, a year later. Yes, her ...