I clearly remember the awe and joy I experienced as a child watching Pete’s Dragon. It quickly became one of my favorite childhood classics and inspired my life-long love of dragons (how I wish I could have had one as a pet!) In fact, I think I’ve seen every mainstream dragon-inspired movie where these magical, […]
Picnic season is upon us and summer is nearly here. It’s the perfect time to enjoy the fresh slices of the watermelon that will soon be popping up in our gardens, ripe and oh-so-delicious! If you want to spice things up a bit, a Watermelon Picnic Cooler (adults only!) is a refreshing way to enjoy […]
Have you ever recited words of a pledge or prayer or creed without truly considering their relevance to your life? We often say the words, believe the words and integrate them into our lifestyle without stopping to consider the true nature of their influence. Today I’m partnering with 4-H to discuss how the 4-H pledge […]
If you’re looking for the ultimate in vacations, you need to check out the Sanderling Resort in Duck, North Carolina. I had the pleasure of staying for a night during a recent press trip and found it to be the perfect combination of spa getaway with spectacular views and beach relaxation. The resort is surrounded by water with […]
We love to grill in the summer time and tend to go all-out for special occasions like Father’s Day. What better way to treat dad, aka the “barbecue king,” than by treating him to a wonderful Father’s Day Cookout Menu full of delicious grilled foods that he loves? Thanks to our partnership with ALDI, we’re […]
I’m partnering with FICO today to talk about why knowing your FICO® Scores has helped me make better financial decisions. Did you know that FICO® Scores are the credit scores used by 90 percent of the top U.S. lenders? Yet, many of us have never reviewed our FICO Score or even know where to look. […]
With all the Greek-inspired grilling recipes we’ve been sharing, you may have guessed we’d have a sweet treat to top things off! After you enjoy your Grilled Greek Salad, Souvlaki and Oregano Buttered Brown Rice, be sure to save a little extra room for this delicious Greek Yogurt Lemon Cake! So simple to make, it’s […]
Summer, summer, summertime… time to sit back and unwind! Each June, the lyrics of this 90’s pop song flow through my mind (you can thank me later for passing along that melody, ha ha!) and I am ready to spend my days relaxing poolside and evenings picnicking with family and friends. Realistically, my days and […]
I look out my window and everything is so serene and beautiful – trees blooming, a gentle breeze blowing…and…AAAACHHHOOOO! There goes all of that serenity! Spring allergies are no joke around here, so we do what we can to keep them at bay. One of the best ways to do that is to use an […]
