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Empty Nest Survival Kit
Have you put together your empty nest survival kit? Since so many young adults will be heading off to college soon, I thought it would be a good idea to give you some…
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Review of Barbara and Susan’s Guide to the Empty Nest: Discovering New Purpose, Passion, & Your Next Great Adventure
I actually discovered this book well after I had entered and maneuvered through the empty nest waters. But, that didn’t stop me from enjoying or finding value in it’s content. I found it…
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Morning journal pages are like a taco
Forrest Gump said, “Momma always said, life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you are gong to get.” I find that home made tacos are the same way. I…
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What inspires you
I could make a list of a 100 things that inspire me. It could be something someone said. It could be something someone did. I love to watch people if I’m waiting at…
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How big is your box of crayons?
When I was a kid one of my big thrills each school year was the fun of going shopping for school supplies. One of the supplies in elementary school was a box of…
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Get over yourself
Get over yourself. That’s been my battle cry the past few days as I have been conquering this Branded Video Challenge. See the latest take on bloopers (the bleepers are muttered under my…
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Facing fear head on
I’m facing my fear of making videos head on! I am taking part in a 6 week Branded video challenge and below is my 3rd video. [youtube]http://youtu.be/yyb3fYc-Hy0[/youtube] Yes, I know the lighting is…
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I was so afraid to do this
I REALLY was afraid to do this. One of the members of the mastermind group I am in decided to overcome her fear of being on video by doing videos. This is something…
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Prayers for West, TX
Tragedy in a small Texas town not far from us. Please pray for all those affected. As morning dawns, more will be revealed of the devastation…. {{hugs to our neighbors}}
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Prayers for Boston
In lieu of the events today in Boston, only prayer is appropriate….. Our prayers are with those injured, both physically and and emotionally, in Boston. Our thanks to the first responders who ran…
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Butterflies are self propelled flowers
I was looking through some pictures from our trip to Key West in 2010. The butterfly conservatory was one of my favorite places to visit! I’ve always loved butterflies and the chance to…
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Turning purpose to passion to profit
I have to share a funny story….. My hubby is a minister along with his other “job” duties. Through the years, he has performed many wedding ceremonies as a result for his buddies…
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Simple Things to Make Life Easier – Day 9
Measure to hang a picture frame in no time flat! Measure between the hangers with some blue tape, then remove the tape and put on the wall. http://pinterest.com/pin/177610779026838785/ I wasted 45 minutes the…
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Simple Things to Make Life Easier- Day 10
Trying to eat healthier by eating apples as a snack at work, but hate brown apple slices? If you like the ease of pre-slicing your apple but don’t like it when they turn…
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Simple Things to Make Life Easier – Day 8
Can’t find your key on the key ring? Nail Polish (and or glitter). http://pinterest.com/pin/177610779026838739/ Funky, cute and will stand out on your ring of keys. No more fumbling and asking “which key is…
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Simple Things to Make Life Easier – Day 7
Picture albums? Stuck on a shelf? Looking for a new decorating idea for your Empty Nest? Hang a plate hanger on the wall and display the picture album in it. http://pinterest.com/pin/177610779026838698/ You just…
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Simple Things to Make Life Easier – Day 6
Cute and cheap party ideas for the empty nest (or the full nest!) Duct tape around a water bottle. http://pinterest.com/pin/177610779026838610/ Can’ get more simple than that! Healthier than punch and icing them in…
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Simple Things to Make Life Easier – Day 5
Buy the bigger portion. That may sound opposite to your diet plans. But the next time you go out to dinner be sure and order the larger portion. As soon as it arrives…
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Simple Things to Make Life Easier – Day 4
Grocery Shopping? Forgot your list and what you needed? Take a picture of your open fridge and your pantry. A quick look can easily reveal what should be there and isn’t or is…
