Beachfront at The Caravelle Resort: How to Make the Most Out of Your North Myrtle Beach Vacation
Imagine rolling out of bed to the sounds of the ocean as the sun peeks over the horizon. You grab your cup of freshly brewed coffee and step out onto your private balcony to watch as the sand and water warm below. All while planning the perfect spot for your beach blanket later in the […]
10 Terrific Ways to Welcome Spring
The days are getting longer, the scent of fresh earth is filling our lungs and our surroundings are transforming from dull brown to vibrant green, pink and yellow that will make our eyes sparkle again after a long period of being stuck indoors. All these things can only mean one thing- it’s time to welcome […]
Dark Chocolate Stout Cake
As an Irish-American gal, St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday I grew up celebrating for its religious and cultural significance. Of course it was also fun to watch the parades, dress in green and have special treats to celebrate. Each year, I’ve continued to make something special to commemorate the holiday and celebrate my cultural […]
Irish Traditions attributed to Saint Patrick
March 17 is traditionally set aside as a day to celebrate the life, and after-life, of Saint Patrick. There are many Irish traditions that relate directly back to the life of Saint Patrick that we still use each St. Patrick’s Day today. Saint Patrick was captured as a teenager and forced to be a slave. […]
Fireworks Craft inspired by WONDER PARK
I’ve always been attracted to string art, it’s such a fun art form. Thanks to my partnership with WONDER WORKS (in theaters March 15,) my wheels got spinning to create this quick and easy Fireworks Craft for kids using the basics of string art. This craft is ideally for kids ages 5 and up. Basically, […]
Roller Coaster Craft inspired by WONDER PARK
How do you inspire your child’s imagination? Thanks to my partnership with WONDER PARK (in theaters March 15,) my imagination inspired me to create a fun roller coaster craft for kids. This free-form art project is easy to construct and ideal for children of all ages. Little ones may need help with cutting and pasting […]
Are you ready for a wild ride? WONDER PARK hits theaters this Friday!
Are you as excited as we are to see WONDER PARK this weekend? This post is in partnership with Paramount Pictures… read on for the full scoop on this new film! Families will experience the excitement of WONDER PARK in theaters March 15 (this Friday!) Imagination runs wild in this delightful film animated film about […]
Cute Garden Ideas
Gardening is such pure joy! Signs of Spring popping up around us and it’s nearly time to dig in and plant our lovely gardens. Thanks to my partnership with Shutterfly, I’m getting a head start on my décor efforts with some super cute garden ideas. One thing every great gardener knows, it always pays to […]
Container Gardening Tips for Planting Spring Bulbs
Spring bulbs are a great splash of color. If it’s too late to plant your bulbs in the garden or you want them in spots, like your deck where you need a planter, container gardening is a great option. Follow the container gardening tips below to coax some beautiful spring blooms. Selecting and Buying Spring […]
DreamWorks Dragons Dawn of New Riders (Giveaway!)
Have you seen How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World yet? If not, be sure to make plans to take your family to see the film this week! It’s fantastic! Thanks to our partners at Outright Games, we have a very special treat for How To Train Your Dragon fans. We’re giving away a […]
Quick and Easy Award-Worthy Egg Custard
Award season is here and it’s so fun to root for our favorite films, musicians, choreographers, animators and all the talented artists who bring us the entertainment we love. These shows pull out all the stops for a dazzling celebration. Your award season festivities deserve the royal treatment, too. Thanks to my partnership with Pete and […]
4 Easy Ways to Update Your Spring Wardrobe
If you’re like me, you don’t have an unlimited fashion budget, so keeping up with all the latest trends may not be an option. Good news – when it’s time to update your spring wardrobe, you don’t have to have to break the bank. Fortunately, there are wardrobe accessories and essentials that can quickly give […]