After a certain age, breast cancer is sadly not an uncommon diagnosis in women. But luckily, modern medicine has been advancing rapidly and can help people find treatment and cope with the disease. But the battle can be exhausting, and anyone facing the disease could certainly use a strong support system. It can be hard to watch a friend or family cope with breast cancer, but there are things you can do to help them overcome the disease and recuperate after their treatment. For instance, if your friend or family member has to undergo a mastectomy or breast reconstruction Continue reading...
6 Tips for Financing a Second Car for Your Household
There are many reasons why you might want to get a second car. Perhaps your current set of wheels can’t accommodate the needs of your growing family, or maybe it has seen better days and is no longer reliable on the road. Maybe you have a teenager who recently got their driver’s license and always wants the car. But while having a second car can be a big convenience, it s a big decision that you will want to think through. Consider these tips before buying a second car for your family. Important Considerations When Buying a Second Car Consider a Used Car If you’re Continue reading...
Homemade Peanut Brittle Recipe
Welcome to the monthly Taste Creations blog hop! My friends and I get together the first Monday every month to share recipes. This month we are sharing candy recipes! I adore peanut brittle, so I knew that I had to try to make some. This was the first time that I've ever made peanut brittle, but it came out wonderfully, and I happily (and sheepishly) report that I ate a lot of peanut brittle! Be sure to check out my recipe below and scroll to the end of this post to see what my friends' made this month! Easy Peanut Brittle Recipe I was happy to discover that peanut brittle only requires Continue reading...
Pretty Christmas Wrappings
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
Like many people these days, I was recently laid off. So, my husband and I have been looking ways to lower our finances so we can still enjoy life to the fullest, but with fewer bills, hopefully giving us more money for things like vacations and saving for our retirement. These are five excellent ways anyone can try 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 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. "In addition, Tanzanite is distinct among purple gemstones, not just because of its rarity and beauty, but also because of the 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...
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