It's a new year and a new list of books that I am planning on reading this year. My January 2019 reading list has just a few books this time around. I've decided that for 2019, I will not be reviewing books as often and I want to focus on reading for pleasure this year. ...
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Piña Colada Fruit Dip – a tropical dessert in less than 5 minutes
If you need a great game day appetizer, my piña colada fruit dip will fit the bill. It's lighter in flavor and great with different berries and fruit. If you know anything about me, you will know that I love fruit and fruit dips. This piña Colada fruit dip tastes just like you are on a tropical island sipping that iconic drink. ...
The Beginning of Architectural Photography Skills
For people who love photography and have an interest in architecture, there are some great ways to combine the two. Because architecture has so many different nuances, it can be a fascinating subject to delve in. It is a diverse area of study that covers so many different styles and building types over many centuries of time. ...
5 Big Mistakes You Should Avoid About Your Family Money Plan
Everyone concerns about offering financial security to his/her family in the future and especially for the time when the family would be in need after their death. If you are also looking for some insurance plans with a good return, you should research a lot and know more about the best insurance policies in your state. ...
Matrimonious Moments – 5 Reasons to Hire a Photobooth For Your Wedding
It’s the biggest day of your life. Everything needs to be perfect. The ceremony, the date, the seating plan, the reception and the food and drink. But is your soon-to-be amazing day missing something vital? Today, we’re going to look at how hiring a photobooth can really add that extra spark to your wedding. We’ll explore five different reasons why you need to give this some serious thought. ...
Top Recent Celebrity Marketing Campaigns
Celebrity and influencer marketing has been a strong force in advertising the past few years, and is only set to rise further in 2017. It is based on the premise that celebrities already have a large and loyal audience that trust their opinions, likes and dislikes. ...
Your Complete Guide for Choosing the Appropriate Kitchen Benchtop
You need to take care of a lot of things while your kitchen is getting renovated, for example, appliances, lighting, color scheme, fixtures & fittings and much more. For all this, you’ll have to make some tough choices to get your kitchen look and feel just perfect. ...
Not to be Missed Destinations for Your Upcoming Winter Vacation
Source: Wikimedia You’re probably in the midst of enjoying the summer as you read this, spending lazy days on the beach, taking a refreshing getaway to the cottage on the countryside, or a going on a traditional camping trip surrounded by beautiful flora and fauna. Or if you have yet to go on a vacation, you may still be stuck at work, pulling the 9 to 5 hustle in a semi-empty, ...
Top 5 Reasons Why Sleeping On Your Stomach Is Terrible
There are very few functions that are absolutely critical to the human body and sleeping is extremely high up on the list. With sleeping being something that we do for almost a third of our time on this earth, it’s incredibly important that it’s something that we do comfortably. ...
Eco Living – 6 Environmentally-Friendly Ways to Save Money at Home
Everyone appreciates saving a little cash here and there, it can really boost your savings in the long run. If you could also reduce your impact on the environment whilst saving money, why wouldn’t you? Here are six small changes you can make around your home to save money and save the world! ...
How to Choose the Best Evening Gown for a Paegent
As a pageant contestant, the appearance of the gown you wear can be one of the factors that will determine how well you perform in a contest. With the various styles and kinds of gowns available, you may wonder where you need to start when choosing an evening gown for a pageant. Well, several tips can help you through picking the best gown when you want to increase your chances of success: ...
How to Persevere Even When Life Feels Like It’s Falling Apart [plus a look at the new and improved Bible Journaling Kit from Dayspring]
This post on the persevere Bible Journaling Kit contains affiliate links. I earn a bit of commission when you purchase through those links. Life has been pretty hectic and crazy around here. My husband has been fighting facial shingles and the medicine he is on is causing all kinds of crazy side effects. He has been battling depression, mood swings, anxiety, etc. If you are like me, when ...
Top Tips for a Low Cost Vacation in Niagara Falls
While long-haul vacations might be expensive to book, with a few handy tips it doesn’t have to cost hundreds when you get there. I always like to research where I’m headed beforehand, as it helps to create a realistic budget. It’s been a couple of years since I visited the beautiful town of Niagara in Canada, but I’m already planning our next trip out there. If you’re looking to travel on a budget ...
Over Maya Dead Body by Sandra Orchard
Thanks to Revell Reads for sending me a copy of Over Maya Dead Body. All opinions about this book are 100% mine. I love love love reading and when I got a copy of Over Maya Dead Body in my hands, I could not put it down. Yes -- I know I say that about a lot of books, but y'all. I love to read. And books that make me WANT to read them are the kind that are my absolute favorite to read -- ...
8 Smart Tips to Staying Healthy in South America
Living in South America is the best choice as the Latinos are loving people who are easy to socialize with. Moreover, South America has the best hotels and recreational areas. ...
Is Your Home’s Cleanliness Contributing to Your Overall Wellness?
The health within your home isn’t solely dependent on the food that you eat or the air that you breathe. It’s about being in a positive environment that will benefit the well being of you and your family. People are now discovering how they can live a more “free and happier” life by making small lifestyle changes that will also have a major impact on the energy within the home. ...
Making Your Food Photos Look Amazing
I have been working really hard the last few months to improve my food photography. When I post recipes here on the blog, I really want them to stand out and look delicious. I bought a new camera and upgraded in that department. Then, I started using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop with the Adobe Creative Cloud. ...
Future Tech: Why the More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same
We’re all wondering what’s next. And we all have the feeling that whatever it is, it is just around the next corner. It is so close, we can taste it. And the future tastes really good. Flying cars may not happen, a thing for which we can all be thankful. But the Hyperloop is already being tested. ...
5 Tips To Selecting The Best Dining Chairs For Your Family
If you think that it is of paramount importance to match your chairs and dining table, let us tell you that this is not the case. When selecting dining chairs, you should look for attractive chairs that accentuate the interior of the dining room. Chairs that don’t lack in the function department should also be given priority. Here are 5 tips to help you select the best dining chairs for your ...
Five Things to Know Before Buying an Engagement Ring
The history of engagement rings goes as far back as Ancient Egypt. Nevertheless, they didn’t become a modern-day standard for an engagement until the 1940s thanks to an exceptionally effective campaign by diamond mining giant De Beers. Engagement rings come in a wide range of shapes, sizes and designs. Before choosing one, there are a couple of things you need to know. ...
Family Routines and How to Organize Them
Establishing a clear routine for your family is one of the best ways of gaining a sense of order over the chaos. Not only is it a positive structure for your kids to work around, it can also be a good thing for you as well. However, unless you work at it, a routine is not going to magically fall into place. ...
Easy Ways to Freshen up Your Spare Room and Earn Money from it
If you are on a tight budget and are looking for a quick and easy way to earn a little money renting out your spare room is a good idea. There is growing demand for rented accommodation. In particular, rooms, so, in most areas, it is really easy to make some extra cash from your spare bedroom. ...
10 Exciting Summer Reads to Help You Improve Your Life
This post on 10 exciting summer reads to help you improve your life contains affiliate links. All opinions are 100% my own. I love reading and the summer is the one time I do a lot of it. For me, reading is so relaxing. With a hot cup of coffee, my blanket and a good book, anything is possible right? Some of my favorite types of books are ones that will help me improve my life as a ...
Learn How To Keep A Kid Friendly Backyard In Great Shape
When you have a kid-friendly backyard you will find that it is going to get a lot of foot traffic from not only your kids, but the neighborhood kids as well. This can easily lead to a lot of wear and tear on your yard and have a lot of big splotches of empty grass and mud in the yard. ...
New York City in the Fall — 4 things you must do when visiting the city for the first time
First time New York City visitors can be quickly overwhelmed with all the things to do or see. Even tourists that have visited the city many times will find new and exciting places. Planning your trip to New York needs to encompass everything that is going on in the city. Make no mistake, there are a lot of things going on in New York City during the fall. ...
3 Popular ways to use Pure Hemp Oil
Hemp oils are definitely one of the most popular among all the natural oils. Not only are they popular for their wide range of health benefits, they are also popular for being connected to marijuana because of its connection to THC or tetrahydrocannabinol. ...
Winter Wallet Wisdom: 6 Money Saving Ways to Prepare Your Home For Winter
As the colder months have well and truly engulfed us, it’s important that we try and stay warm. Not only do we need to keep warm for our health, but this leads on to our happiness, too! Moreover, not only does winter bring colder weather, it also brings storms as well. For these reasons, we’ve put together 7 money saving ways that you can prepare your home this winter, in order to keep you and ...
HUGE Bible Journaling Kit Blowout Sale at Dayspring.com
I love bible journaling -- don't you? Right now, Dayspring.com is having this amazing half off sale on many of the Illustrated Faith Bible Journaling Kits that I have reviewed. Shop now to save up to 80% on your favorite Illustrated Faith tools. ...
7 Steps to Designing Your Perfect Bathroom
You might want your living room to ooze traditional luxury and opulence, while your kitchen is minimalist, chic and contemporary. Whatever your dream house looks like, we’d bet that the bathroom is one of the most important rooms to you – from quick morning showers to that relaxing bath at the end of the day, it needs to deliver practically while remaining stylish. With that in mind, we’ve come up ...
Benefits of Fractionated Coconut Oil
What is fractionated coconut oil? Fractionated coconut oil is different from the normal coconut oil. This type of oil is formed when the longer chains of triglycerides are removed from the coconut oil. During this process only the medium sized chains of the triglycerides are left in the oil. ...