Whether you’re participating in a Secret Santa or White Elephant gift exchange it can be tricky picking the perfect gift. And with how busy everything gets during the holidays it can be even more difficult to put time into coordinating something your recipient will like. That’s why I put together a short list of sure-fire […]

Thanksgiving is all about gathering with family and being grateful for food, family and togetherness. But did you know the act of being grateful is good for your health? It might sound crazy, but research shows exercising gratitude daily helps people feel more positive and improves their relationships. How? Gratitude retrains your brain to think […]

Themed music is essential if you’re throwing a party or just trying to set the mood while you’re working. But crafting the perfect playlist can be time consuming and difficult. But if you put the time in to craft a themed playlist for your next gathering, I think you’ll find it sets the tone for […]

Many people don’t know that September is National Better Breakfast Month. But breakfast is my favorite meal—that’s why I collected 5 breakfast hacks to help you tackle the most important meal of the day.    Meal Prep—People talk a lot about meal prepping lunch and dinner, but you can save a lot of time and effort […]

The end of summer is almost here, which means kids all over town are going back to school soon! I don’t know about you, but nothing breaks the bank every year more than buying school supplies. That’s why I’ve put together my top four tips for saving money on school supplies, and to make things […]

It’s the height of summer and you know what that means…BARBEQUE SEASON! It’s only the beginning of July and I’ve already been invited to 4 potluck backyard barbeques. I was stressing about what to bring until I realized I had the ultimate summer salad recipe duo. This recipe duo is perfect because it handles both […]

The holidays are here! And while that means good times spent with family and friends, for many of us it also means lots of extra time traveling to see your loved ones. This year, it’s more likely than ever, that the time you spend traveling will be in your car, so I wanted to give […]

Apples, pumpkins and pears, oh my! Why is it so hard to make the perfect pie? Well, I’m done with soggy crusts and burnt edges, so I’ve put together my top secrets for making the perfect pie crust every time. Follow these tips and you’ll find baking this sweet treat easy as…well, pie. Keep Your […]