Veteran’s Day is a great opportunity to talk with our children about what it means to be a veteran and why it’s good to celebrate the men and women who have served. My dad and sister-in-law are veterans (as was my abuelo and his father), so our kids are able to learn first-hand from their […]
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10 Easy Things You Can Do in 10 Minutes or Less For a Healthier You
We all know it’s important to take care of ourselves, but it’s amazing how easy it is to neglect our health care. Whether it’s because of our busy schedules, lack of health insurance, or financial situations, it’s easy to go many months (or years) without visiting our doctors. Or perhaps you tend to only visit […]
5 Tips for Hosting a Large Family Gathering in Your Backyard This Summer!
I’ve mentioned that our family enjoys getting together for various occasions and that we don’t shy away from large family gatherings. It’s always fun to see extended family and friends, catch up, and reminisce. With a big gathering also comes the planning and hosting to ensure your guests have a great time, all while keeping […]
My Summer Style: Light & Comfortable for Florida’s Hot Weather!
Summer in Florida is extremely hot and humid. It is not uncommon for you to step outside your door at 8 in the morning and find yourself sweating a bit due to the 80+ weather that is only going to rise into the 90s later in the day. Hot is what it’s all about. Well, […]
Father’s Day Gift Idea: Get Dad Ready for a Day of Fishing!
My husband has recently rekindled his interest in fishing. Growing up, he used to fish with family, but it’s never been something we did together in the nearly 20 years I’ve known him. Over the last few months, though, he’s taken a liking to it again; he’s even taken the kids fishing a few times. […]
