How to Survive Life in the Suburbs

Five Confessions From The Suburbs

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Looking for a little something to do on a chilly Friday afternoon?  Why not play a game with me?  It’s easy, I promise.  It’s confession time!  I’ll get you started, all you have to do is fill in the blanks.  Pick one, pick two or take on all five and tell me how you really feel about food, life, pet… View Post

No Shoes Required ~ Beaches Negril

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Just miles and miles of white sandy beach.  Oh and yes that bright blue water.  No shoes required as you wander and explore.  No filter required when you take pictures of this little piece of paradise.  Where is this hidden jewel? At Beaches Negril Resort and Spa in Jamaica. If strolling the beach is a little too slow a pace… View Post

Venice Boat Tour with Grand Canal & Tower Climb with Walks of Italy

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16,000 steps. The number of steps our family was taking on an average day walking through Italy. Time spent meandering, touring and sometimes just getting lost. So when presented with the chance to tour Venice on a boat I took the opportunity to see this mesmerizing city from another perspective.  The water! Our tour called the Venice Boat Tour With… View Post

The Quick Touch Crisp Microwave ~ Changing The Way You Cook!

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Here’s something you’ve probably been hearing on repeat.  I’m busy, swamped, crazed, crushed for time.  This Mama is tired!  Here in the suburbs we’re firmly back into the crazy hectic routine of school. This means after school activities are back on, the pressure of homework is in full force, and we’ve always got carpool, work and social lives to deal… View Post

Taking Back My Sunday

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Once again Monday has rolled around and I find myself startled by it.  How is it Monday already?  Where did the weekend go?  Friday night was the usual crazy.  Errands, groceries, take-out, we did manage to squeeze in a movie.  The weather was gorgeous on Saturday and we enjoyed every minute.  But Sunday?  Sunday was a total write off.  Again…. View Post

Hair Hacks With Goody ~ And A $200 Giveaway!

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The alarm clock seems to go off earlier and earlier every single day.  Is that possible?  We RUN to get ready for school.  Dash to get home from school.  Then it’s time to cram in a snack, homework, dinner then we are off again to a plethora of after school activities.  Volleyball, work, gymnastics, dance.  No matter the day of… View Post

Beaches Negril – 10 Tips To Get The Most Out Of Paradise

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Located on the widest stretch of Negril’s famous 7-mile Beach, Beaches Negril encourages you to start your vacation from the moment you land.  It has a chill, laid back atmosphere, and yet hosts a lively night life for those who seek it.  There are kids programs galore, and of course the food and service the Beaches name is known for…. View Post

The Truth About Thanksgiving

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Thanksgiving, if we’re lucky, Thanksgiving is that one day a year we all gather with our families and give thanks for our many blessings.  We embrace that warm and fuzzy feeling that comes with this Holiday and then hang onto it as long as we can. As it approaches, visions of perfect Turkey dinners dance through our heads.  Long walks through… View Post