Like Riding a Bike: Relearning an Old Skill with a New Spin
Whenever I passed by a bike share, I felt tempted to go for a ride, but I wasn’t familiar with using one and hadn’t ridden a bike in a while.
How to Moderate Your Carb Intake Over the Holidays
Balance pleasure for food and health this season and the next. Here’s how to keep your carbs in check at home, on the go, and at festive gatherings.
Maple Butter Turkey Jerky Salad
The warm & cozy feeling of fall can be achieved with a salad, too! Here, I share my chopped salad with autumn flavors.
Action!: Keeping Positive by Doing
When you’re stressed, doesn’t it feel better to take action? A variety of activities is ideal for keeping positive. Let’s explore why here.
6 A’s That Will Make You Say “Ah” to Stressful Situations
Between work, home, school, the holidays, and obstacles, we’re bound to feel overwhelmed. Here are 6 A’s for relieving stressful situations.
Meals and Snacks That Have Staying Power
Ever wonder why you’re still hungry, tired, or unable to concentrate when you just ate? Here are nutrients, foods, meals, and snacks that are long-lasting.
How to Get the Most Out of Group Travel Tours
Group travel tours are convenient and make you feel safe, but certain actions must be taken to enjoy them to the fullest. See our tips here.
Getting Married at City Hall: A Practical, Magical Day
Getting married at city hall wasn’t only a practical choice, but our wedding day was a magical one we will always cherish.
Are Beans Superfoods? You Bet Your Bean They Are.
Beans may not have as flashy of a color or name, but they are nutritional powerhouses that can make meals tasty and filling, as well as affordable.
Easy Meatball Sandwich with Fiber
Sometimes, you just want a meatball sandwich. It’s one of those foods that sticks to your ribs. Here’s how I made an easy meatball sandwich with fiber.
Making Calls Count: Connecting with Loved Ones by Phone or Video
Have phone or video calls to loved ones become monotonous? Here are seven tips & ideas for connecting with loved ones and making calls count.
Summer Fruits and Vegetables: Get Excited to Enjoy More Produce This Season!
Are you excited about summer fruits & vegetables? No?! Find reasons to be – especially this season, and tips on how to enjoy them more here.
Self-Care for Caregivers: 8 Reminders
Are you a caregiver, who neglects their care sometimes? From one caregiver to another, here are eight reminders that encourage self-care for caregivers.
Do I Need a License for That?: Selling Things from Home
Thinking about selling things from home but wondering if you need a license? Here, I explain some licenses and give example situations.
10 Reasons to Love Thrift Shopping
Have you ever thrift shopped? If not, here are 10 reasons to love thrift shopping and tips on how to make the most out of your thrift shopping experience.
10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling Food From Home
Have you been looking into selling food from home but are overwhelmed with all the information? Here are 10 initial questions to ask yourself before delving further.
3 Effects of Alcohol on Health You May Not Know About
The effects of excessive and long-term alcohol intakes on safety & health are known, but what about moderate and short-term intakes? Here are 3 effects of alcohol on health you may not know about.
5 Non-Alcoholic Drinks That Take You Away
Do you crave something different and daydream about being elsewhere sometimes? Here are 5 non-alcoholic drinks from countries around the world that take your mind and spirit away.
Oven-Baked Poutine: How to Make Poutine in the Oven
Are you craving poutine but watching your intake of deep-fried foods? Here’s a background on poutine and how to make it in the oven.
5 Easy Things to Make with Your Travel Calendar
Not ready to part from the pretty pictures in your old travel calendar? Here are 5 easy things to make with it to give it new life.
5 Ways to Celebrate the New Year at Home
We’re seeing the light at the end of the 2020 tunnel, but we’re not out of the woods yet. Here are 5 ways to celebrate the new year at home.
Stocking Stuffer & Secret Stash Gifts for Caregivers
Did you know that caregivers in certain settings may decline certain presents? Here are ideas for appropriate gifts to show appreciation and holiday spirit.
Looking for Holiday Meal Ideas? Feast on Fondue.
With guidance to limit travel and social gathering, fondue is an attractive alternative to traditional holiday meals in the U.S.
Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is known as the “sunshine vitamin,” but with the events of 2020 and the change in season and time, are you getting enough?
Get Your Walk On: 6 Tips for Walking More Regularly
Have you gotten off your walking game, too? Here, I share possible reasons why and tips on how to get back on track.
Ma Cherie, I Miss You: 5 Ways to Enjoy Cherries Year-Round
Fresh, ripened cherries are only available in the summer, but there are several other ways to enjoy cherries. For food and gift ideas, read on!
Causa Rellena: A Cause for Celebration
Causa rellena resembles a Peruvian potato salad and is worth all the shredding, mashing, mixing, and layering! You’ll celebrate by eating it!
The Great Indoors: Bringing the Outside In
Cope with limiting time spent outside. Bring nature inside, simulate the outdoors, and bring the world to you with these indoor activities.
T-Shirt Neck Gaiter
Make a neck gaiter, using a t-shirt and add extra protection by including multiple layers, a nose wire, and elastic bands.
Melon & Dragon Fruit Salad
Take your meal from ho-hum to yum with melon & dragon fruit salad this summer. Serve this classy-looking dish with barbecue or tea party fare.
Take-Out Packet Barbecue Baked Chicken
Do you have a lot of ketchup and soy sauce packets leftover from your food takeout orders? If so, you can make barbecue baked chicken!
Upcycled Reversible Triple-Layered Face Mask
Make a reusable face mask that is reversible and multi-layered, using materials you may already have in your home.
Roasted Red Cherry Tomato Spaghetti
Capture the essence of tomatoes in this easy pasta dish. Cook conveniently, clean efficiently, and enjoy roasted red cherry tomato spaghetti!
Make Coasters Using Travel Photos: DIY Travel Photo Coasters
This is an easy decoupage project for making a unique gift or souvenir. Make coasters using travel photos.
