Boston is a city of dual personality, from its historical side to its modern side. Technology is a great part of its modern side, and the recent Imagine Boston 2030 plan is working in tune with this to modernize the city’s infrastructure and make it an even better place to visit and live. ...
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4 tips to decorating with outdoor dining sets
The outdoor space is an important aspect to the aesthetic appeal of your home. On top of that, how well it is kept can impact the amount you receive if you decide to sell your home. ...
Fall Interior Design Trends for 2019
Interior design trends are continually changing – if you keep track of trends, you may be wondering what the popular styles for fall are. Here are some styles that seem to be popular amongst interior design bloggers. Whether you gravitate towards mid-century Italian curves to bouclé accents or bold colors, these fall design trends are all the rage right now. ...
5 Home Décor Ideas for Your New Apartment
According to a recent study conducted by the IBIS World, the home furnishing industry is valued at around eighty billion, and it is projected to grow further. This is mainly due to the explosion of the internet and the advent of huge markets for custom-made decor that adorns homes of different styles, sizes, and shapes. ...
How to Cure Jet Lag in Kids
You know the old saying, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail. There is no other circumstance in which this maxim rings any truer than when it comes to boarding a jet plane with your family. ...
The Ultimate Private Jet Travel Accessories Packing Guide
Getting ready for a trip on a private jet but not sure what travel accessories you should include in your luggage? Don't worry, we're here to help you figure out what to wear on a private jet and how to make sure you have everything you need. ...
Spring Cleaning Your Outside Spaces
It’s getting to that time of year again where summer is just around the corner but there is a fair bit of work to be done beforehand. Yes, we’re talking about spring cleaning - those dreaded chores that have to be done. ...
Amazing Destinations You Have Never Heard Of
Whether you're seeking a completely new experience or simply want to broaden your travel horizons, these lesser-known destinations will leave you with a unique story to tell! ...
Secrets to a Fulfilling Relationship After 50
Whether you’re in a committed relationship for more than 30 years or you’re experiencing once again the butterflies of a fresh one, it’s always a great idea to practice your skills and work on your relationship. ...
Best Stainless-Steel Cookware Sets for Any Budget
Whether you are a food lover, home cook who frequently prepares family meals, a beginner, or even one who shares gastronomic pleasures at dinner parties, having the right cookware is needed. ...
Are loans better than overdrafts?
Money lenders exist to help people meet their essential costs. Loans allow you to borrow a fixed amount with a regular repayment plan, and with an overdraft, you can take out bank funds whenever you need to, up to an agreed limit. ...
5 WAYS TO REFRESH YOUR LIFE
Our lives are getting faster every day; so fast, that we no longer have any way of knowing where we are going. Most people in the 21st century are stuck in a rut and can see no way of getting out. This everyday hustle may be increasing our standards of living but psychologists say that it is actually killing us from within. ...
Traveling with an Invisible Disability
Living with an invisible disability is challenging no matter where you are in the world. Traveling with an invisible disability can be even more stressful. Different cultural expectations, unfamiliar environments, and new triggers can jump at you during your adventure. ...
January 2019 Reading List
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. ...
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. ...
11 Hungarian Foods You Should Try when Travelling
Are you going to Hungary or planning on doing so in the near future? Hungarian food is tasty – really tasty and these are 11 of the foods you should try when visiting this great country. ...
5 Ways to Get Your Next Pizza for Free
Everyone loves free pizza, and the good news is there are numerous ways to get your pie for no charge. ...
5 Facts about headphones that works best with hearing aids
The headphones company has worked efficiently to ensure that the loss of one’s hearing is not the end of listening and enjoying great tunes and music. ...
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 ...
Spicy Garlic Chickpeas – a Delicious and Healthy Snack
I have a bad snack habit. When I am busy, or working, or watching television, I want something to snack on. That is how I discovered this easy peasy recipe for Spicy Garlic Chickpeas. ...
How to Set a Beautiful Fall Tablescape
During the fall, one of my favorite things to do is to decorate my table for the holidays. Now, while others are getting their tables decorated for Halloween, I am all about fall. Thankfully, Oriental Trading covers both. ...
The Renovations for Casa De Sikora Have Begun
Over the course of the last few weeks a few changes have been happening at our home. We have recently begun renovations on a carport area on our home. It was basically a space that was unused that we wanted to turn into a bedroom. ...
Create a Quick DIY Summer Patio Dining Area
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FamilyPizzaCombo #CollectiveBias I love dining on my patio. It's nice and shaded and we have bird feeders outside so while we sit and dine, I can enjoy my hummingbirds and robins, and my beautiful baby woodpeckers! My patio area was lacking a little bit, so I created a few quick diy ...
How I Combat My Weight Gain When Traveling
This post has been sponsored by Planters, but all opinions are 100% my own. It's no secret that I have been trying like crazy to lose weight. Over the course of the last 4 months, I have managed to lose about 5 pounds – which doesn't seem like a lot, but for me and where I am at in my age range, it's good. I'm 41 and going through the stages of early menopause, so to even lose 1 pound is ...
My “One Word” for 2016 – Embracing Change
My One word for 2016 this year is change. 2015 was a good year for me. So many great things happened and it really helped me to embrace my one word choice from 2015 which was enjoy. I've thought long and hard about choosing my word this year and this is why I settled on change. ...
We Did Something Last Night That We Haven’t Done In a Very Long Time
Laughter. And lots of it. That happened last night as we ate dinner. We sat at our table because I cooked a ham for a blog post I am working on. So, yesterday, Kayla and I went all out and decorated our table for a fancy dinner, something we hadn't done in a very long time. ...
Christmas Gift Baskets with Meaning
This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. I have a sweet, sweet friend, who has a heart for missions. I love getting her meaningful Christmas gifts and this year, I am giving her a beautiful Rwanda Path to Peace Woven Basket among other things that I know she will love. ...
I Was Born to Write
When I was a little girl, my friend and I would sit on the school bus and fill notebook after notebook of stories we would come up with. From the time I was old enough to pick up a book and read by myself, I would allow my mind to get swept away into another world and on another adventure. It was during this time that my heart craved writing as a profession. ...
Weekend Ponderings
Oh my goodness! It's been two weeks since we got back from vacation and I am STILL finding myself overwhelmed with so much to do. I was hoping when I got back from vacation that I would have slowed down some and really getting into my groove, but at the moment it doesn't look like that. ...
HOW INSTAGRAM CAN FEED YOUR INTEREST IN FOOD
Food is something that every human share in common. We all have to eat and we all have our favorite and least favorite foods. There are also quite a lot of people who take an active interest in eating food, discovering new food and making food. If you are one of these then you will be aware that the Internet is a great source of inspiration on this front. ...