Now that Christmas is a few weeks away, I'm looking to decking out my home for the holidays and wrapping some presents to put under the tree! So I thought it would be fun to look at different ways to wrap gifts for friends and family. Eco-Friendly Wrapping Paper Lately I've been reading that many types of wrapping paper aren't eco-friendly because of added extras like dyes and glitter—not to mention that wrapping paper can be expensive, too. I really like the look of gifts wrapped in simple craft paper and tied with twine. I think it has a sweet nostalgic look. It would also be fun to Continue reading...
5 Ways to Dramatically Decrease Your Monthly Bills
When it comes to improving your finances and quality of life, lowering your expenses can be the quickest way to do so. It can also provide you with money that can be used for a vacation, an emergency, a business endeavor, investments, or paying down debt. Try these five ways to dramatically decrease your monthly bills. Mortgage Refinancing If you own a home, your mortgage may be your most significant monthly payment. Refinancing your mortgage is one way to reduce this expense. Refinancing can also provide you with more favorable terms and a lower interest rate. But because you might Continue reading...
Decorate for Christmas in Less Than an Hour
I can't believe that it's already time to decorate for Christmas! Decorating for the holidays can be fun, but putting up decorations is sometimes a major source of stress during the holidays. But with the right mindset and by following some easy decorating tips, you can enjoy the joy of the season. Decorating our homes, buying presents and sending cards can bring us all closer together and make for a joyous occasion. There are plenty of beautiful holiday decorations that can created and put up easily in less than an hour and brighten up the whole house. Consider Sprigs, Shrubs & Continue reading...
How I Clean My Jewelry – Cleaning Techniques for Precious Stones
You can use many jewelry cleaning techniques for various types of jewelry, but when it comes to cleaning the precious gemstones in your jewelry, make sure you use the right method for your specific type of gem. For instance, if you have a tanzanite ring, such as one from Diamondere’s collection of Tanzanite rings, it’s best to clean your ring with soapy water to keep the stone sparkling and an old soft toothbrush to gently scrub around the gem and remove any grime. Just be sure you rinse well after cleaning with soapy water. If you don’t, it could end up dulling your stone. Also, Continue reading...
My New Adagio Tea Advent Calendar (And Other Fun Holiday Ideas)
Advent calendars are a fun way to count down to Christmas. Over the years, I've had several advent calendars, mostly ones I made for my children. But with both of my kids now away at college, I thought I'd enjoy an advent calendar just for myself this year! I adore tea, so the Adagio Teas advent calendar with 24 teas is perfect for me! My calendar is filled with teabags, but Adagio Teas also offers one with loose tea. The tea in their advent calendar is gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free and vegan-friendly. Tea Advent Calendar Each Adagio advent calendar has 24 teas is composed of a Continue reading...
My Fall 2022 Stitch Fix Box
Happy November, everyone! I can't believe how quickly the months are flying by! It's been just over a year that I've been in my new job as a remote content writer for a Philadelphia-area media company, and I felt that I could use some new work-from-home clothes. I also broke my ankle a few months ago, and sadly, while I recuperated, I put on some pounds. I am still working on getting my ankle back to 100%. I need to work on getting back into shape, but until then, I also need some new duds! So, I definitely need some new clothing. I wanted the clothing to be comfortable, look good on Zoom Continue reading...
Dutch Apple Pie Recipe – November Taste Creations
Happy Monday, everyone! Today is the first Monday of the month, so that means my friends and I are getting together today to share some fabulous recipes for the Taste Creations blog hop ... and this month's theme is pie recipes! I will be sharing a recipe for my husband's favorite, Dutch Apple Pie! Scroll below for this recipe, and to the bottom of this post for the links to my friends' amazing pie recipes! Dutch Apple Pie Recipe My husband adores Dutch apple pie, so when my friends and I all decided to focus on pie recipes this month, I knew that I had to make a Dutch apple pie! In Continue reading...
Quick & Decadent Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
It was a rainy this past weekend here in New Jersey, so what better time to whip up a gooey and satisfying chocolate chip mug cake? This mug cake recipe is just about as easy to make as those store-bought mug cake mixes, but tastes so much better! I'm sharing my recipe today as part of the monthly Taste Creations blog hop - we get together to share our recipes the first Monday of every month! Scroll to the bottom of this post to see my friends' amazing recipes! Easy Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Recipe My daughters and I love mug cakes, so I have a few boxes of store-bought mixes in our Continue reading...
5 Steps to Take If You’ve Locked Your Keys — and Your Child — in Your Car
Locking your keys in your car is a very stressful experience. This stress is even worse if your child is in the car with your keys. However, this isn't a problem if your child s old enough to unlock the car from the inside. But, if you have a young baby in the car, locking them in the car is a massive cause for concern. Follow these steps in the event that you accidentally lock your child and your keys in the car for a safe resolution. Look for a Spare Key In a panic, you might forget that your cars may come with a spare key. When locking keys in the car with your kid, it's easy to Continue reading...
Simple Ways to Decorate Your Home for the Season
While spring and summer are two of the most anticipated times of the year, every season has something unique to celebrate or be happy about. Like, who doesn't love the beautiful scents and colors of fall! If you’re like most people, you will want to keep your home looking chic and smelling fabulous all year round, for all the seasons. The best part is that there are so many things you can do to bring the current season’s vibe into your home while maintaining a beautiful look. But sometimes the choices can seem overwhelming, and some decor ideas can be a bit expensive or difficult to pull Continue reading...
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