After seeing so many beautifully-crafted baby showers online, I decided on a Sugar And Spice And Everything Nice theme for my sister-in-law’s baby shower. She’s due to have a little girl in early October, so I planned the shower for Labor Day weekend. I’ve seen a couple of gorgeous examples of Sugar & Spice themed […]
Journal Ideas: How to Fill the Pages
Do you have any blank journals waiting to be filled? Have you been meaning to start a record of your thoughts and experiences? Sometimes we need a little help finding the motivation and consistency. Maybe you have received a journal as a gift, or bought one hoping to start writing daily. Personally, I just have […]
Entering High School: Advice For Freshman
My youngest sister started her freshman year of high school this week. It was certainly a shock realizing that my baby sister is now a bona fide teenager. The beginning of high school brings many changes: more schoolwork, more responsibility, and more freedom. High schoolers will encounter brand new situations, develop a clearer sense of […]
Ferrets As Pets: What You Need To Know
Last week, I house sat for my brother and sister-in-law. The bulk of the work involved taking care of two mischievous ferrets, who sleep for 18 hours like cats but spend the other 6 hours wreaking havoc like Tasmanian devils. Why would anyone want ferrets as pets? Well, because they are possibly THE most adorable […]
In Honor of National Sisters Day: The Best Sister Quotes
It is almost time to celebrate National Sisters Day! Growing up with two younger sisters has certainly made my life more colorful. More fights, more missing clothes and books, and more tears. But also more love, more courage, more hugs, and more hands to hold. I have also been lucky enough to develop lasting friendships […]