Do you have a fear of flying? A fear of flying with your child, that is. Many parents avoid taking trips by plane with their children in worry of having to keep them quiet, occupied and on their best behavior, while dozens of other travelers look on. It’s a scary scenario. One single outburst and … Continue reading
Category Archives: Tips & Tricks
Breaking the Habit: When Social Media Causes Us To Live Other Lives
Wake up. Check email. Check Facebook. Check Instagram. What did I miss? Where did my friends go last night? Looks like they had fun without me. High school nemesis just got married. Oh and dorky girl from fifth grade math just had her second baby. How many new followers can I get today with this … Continue reading
Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Used Car Shoppers
It’s official: your beloved vehicle is on its last wheels. The latest estimate from your fix-it guy to repair it was more than you paid for it in the first place, and it is emitting noises that you didn’t know were possible. While you may dream of buying that fast and fancy sports car that … Continue reading
Bad-Ass Hobbies to Take Up in Your 20s
Your 20s you should be all about exploring, trying new things, staying healthy, and enjoying life. You have more free time than you will in the years to come, so take advantage—now is the time to be open-minded and fearless with the hobbies you choose. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie, an avid outdoorsman, or … Continue reading
A Valentine’s Day Party for Singletons
Have you and your friends ever spent Valentine’s Day lamenting the fact that there seems to be more women looking for men than vice versa? Well, you would be right. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2012 there were about 103 million single people that were 18 years of age or older. Of those, more than … Continue reading
Tips to Happiness
Life is moving so quickly these days. I feel like the moments are flying by and I’m not spending nearly enough time thinking about all of the things I’m doing and truly appreciating what I have. When I feel like I don’t have time to stop and be grateful, I remember back to when I … Continue reading
How to Spend Your Money When Your Career Feels Like a Blind Date
Chances are if you are reading my blog I have never met you in person. How did we stumble upon each other, then? Well, at some point the both of us were sitting on the couch, happily watching Caroline Manzo, when we realized that we had to go to work the next morning. The next … Continue reading
6 Different Makeup Looks for Different Occasions
From work to happy hour to backyard BBQs and brunches, you are a busy girl! No matter what your social life entails, make a fresh-faced entrance with different makeup looks that suit you and the occasion. We all know that makeup goes darker for night and lighter for day, but what’s the best look (even if you … Continue reading
A Home Workout Routine That Could Help You Stop Snoring
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls insufficient sleep a public health epidemic. There is a laundry list of illnesses related to a bad night’s sleep, including heart disease and cognitive disorders. About one third of Americans report falling asleep during the day and 1 in 20 people has nodded off while driving. The … Continue reading
DIY: Yum Yum Body Scrub
There are some great DIY body scrubs out there, but this one takes the cake. I swear your skin will be softer and smoother INSTANTLY!!! Added bonus, you’ll smell pretty yummy too. And it’s SO easy. Here are the secret ingredients for yum yum scrub: Mix together in a container- 1 Cup packed brown sugar … Continue reading