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Simple Ways to Reduce Your Use of Plastic

September 25, 2019 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

I have a challenge for you. (It's one I heard about on TV during a "60 Minutes" episode on climate change and pollution.) After you read … [Read more...] about Simple Ways to Reduce Your Use of Plastic

3 Ways to Stay Active After Work Even If You’re Feeling Lazy

September 10, 2019 by Vanessa 2 Comments

Do you ever find yourself wondering where the time went? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Stay Active After Work Even If You’re Feeling Lazy

7 Simple Reminders To Help You Live a More Delightful Life

February 2, 2019 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

Not all of our days feel delightful because of life's demands and sometimes events take place that really try our emotions. But on average, … [Read more...] about 7 Simple Reminders To Help You Live a More Delightful Life

4 Ways to Set the Mood for Fall

September 15, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

If there are sure-fire things that remind me of fall, I'd have to say they are: autumnal home decor, pumpkin anything, spiked apple-flavored … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Set the Mood for Fall

Galvanized Metal Planter with American Flags

June 12, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

What's not to love about celebrating July 4th with family and friends? The yummy grilled food, the fireworks filling the night sky, and the … [Read more...] about Galvanized Metal Planter with American Flags

Why Online Grocery Shopping Changed My Life for the Better

May 30, 2018 by Vanessa Leave a Comment

30 minutes. That's how long it took for me to place my Dillons ClickList online grocery order, pick up the order at the store, and put … [Read more...] about Why Online Grocery Shopping Changed My Life for the Better

Weston, Missouri: Making the Most of a Weekend Visit

Let me introduce you to one of my favorite towns — Weston, Missouri! This charming town, located northwest of Kansas City and only 20 minutes from Leavenworth, Kansas, has been voted The #1 Best Day Trip by Ingram’s Magazine 15 years running. I love Weston for its abundance of shops and attractions including a brewery, […]

Simple Ways to Reduce Your Use of Plastic

I have a challenge for you. (It’s one I heard about on TV during a “60 Minutes” episode on climate change and pollution.) After you read this post, I want you to try to go as long as you can without touching anything plastic. How long do you think you could last? Almost everything we […]

3 Ways to Stay Active After Work Even If You’re Feeling Lazy

Do you ever find yourself wondering where the time went? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American works 44 hours per week, or 8.8 hours per day. If you’re like me, you spend most of that time staring at a computer while sitting at a desk. After returning home from work, the last thing I want to do is to sit […]

Keto Dinner Recipes That You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

After months of yo-yo eating (we eat what we want when we want only to regret it later and try to eat healthy), we’ve committed to living a Keto lifestyle. If you’re reading this post, you’re either already eating a low-carb diet or would like to make healthier eating decisions. In my opinion, Keto* is […]

4 Reasons to Visit Four Fights Distilling in Corning, New York

After a return visit to Upstate New York and the Corning area, I decided to add an adventure we had never included on our itinerary before – a tour of a local distillery! Four Fights Distilling should be a must-stop for any traveler who appreciates locally crafted spirits. Operating for the last five years from […]