Summer is finally here with lots of opportunities for family time. Weekly movie nights are part of our family rhythm, but sometimes we have a hard time deciding on what to watch. For this time of year, I love a movie that screams “summer,” and there are a lot to pick from. Here are 20 summer […]
Summer is here, and if you are headed to the beach, you may want an option to stay safe in the sun. Sunscreen is of course non-negotiable and lets you enjoy being out in the sun, but if you want a break from the heat, a beach tent is a great option. It’s also helpful […]
Y’all, finally taking a shower or finding time to clean your room isn’t really self care. That is just basic personal maintenance. If you feel overwhelmed by life right now and sapped of joy and personality, or if you want to avoid the burnout that you feel oncoming, a personal retreat may be just what […]
The Aloha State promises so many wonderful things, but just getting your feet on the ground can cost a lot! The good news is that there are countless things to do across the islands that won’t cost you anything. Because of the mild temperatures year-round and the gorgeous natural beauty of the geography, Hawaii has […]
Living in South Carolina, we’ve had many opportunities to visit Greenville, and it is a great spot for family fun and entertainment without having to spend a lot of money. The city has invested a lot of money into green spaces, and around the Greenville area there are other spots that will provide a great […]
If you have teens in your home, you may look at the approaching summer with a sense of uncertainty. Hopefully you are encouraging them to get a job or work if possible, but aside from that, none of us want to lose our teens in screens during all of their downtime. With the absence of […]
Summer is here! When summer comes, I want to stick to simple meals. I’m trying some old favorites this month that I have pulled from old recipe lists from years ago, such as roasted vegetable burritos and fish chowder. We’re also going to be having some monthly favorites like grilled hot dogs and tacos. I […]
Baton Rouge is the hometown of Louisiana State University, and I love visiting university towns because there are always so many great opportunities for fun things to do. The best thing is, many of them are free! I’ve researched all the options and come up with the top 25 free things to do in Baton […]
For many of you, it might already feel like you’ve been in some sort of weird summer limbo. Now it’s actually summer, though, and for many, vacation plans aren’t looking the same as they were three months ago. If you’re finding yourself facing a staycation instead of your usual trip away from home, I’d like […]
