10 ways to stay cool when it’s hot outside

This summer has been hotter than last and we’ve been trying our best to stay cool. We’re fortunate to have air conditioning and a pool but sometimes it’s fun to switch things up. ways to stay cool go swimming One of the most obvious ways to stay cool in the summer is go swimming. If… Continue reading 10 ways to stay cool when it’s hot outside

perfect summer gifts for every occasion

Ah summertime, it’s a great season, isn’t it? The days are long, a decrease in responsibilities, and lots of time spent with friends in the sunshine. And I don’t know if it’s just us but we have a lot of birthdays that take place in the summer. Today I’m sharing some perfect summer gifts for… Continue reading perfect summer gifts for every occasion

good habits to start this summer that are great all year

Have you officially started summer break yet? This is the start of our second week of summer vacation. Around here I try to balance having a fun summer with a lot of routine. I find that it helps with the “I’m bored”s that tend to pop up on those perfect summer afternoons. So if you… Continue reading good habits to start this summer that are great all year

summer skin care tips for the season

You know I love to share all sorts of information with you. I guess I figure that if I find it interesting, you will too. However, sometimes I find myself wanting to share something that I’m not really much of an expert on. That’s when I try to reach out to knowledgeable friends or family… Continue reading summer skin care tips for the season

why overnight dates are important for our marriage

Let me be very clear that I am not a relationship expert by any means. I’ve only been married for (almost) 14 years and my boyfriend before I started dating my husband broke up with me by not showing up for a date and never calling me again. Oh, also, my husband broke up with… Continue reading why overnight dates are important for our marriage