I'm back! My last post was over a month ago, and I'm honestly surprised that I was even able to make that one. It has been an absolute whirlwind of a summer! I think I spent more time out of my home than in it. I'll run through a quick recap because I don't post … Continue reading Do What you Love
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Free and Cheap Activities
We live in a world that is getting more expensive by the day. It can feel like everyone wants a piece of money, and that there is not enough to go around. I know I can definitely understand that, so today I want to provide a list of ideas of free and/or cheap activities that … Continue reading Free and Cheap Activities
A Wrap-up of 2023
This will be my last post of 2023 because I will not post in between Christmas and New Year's. But it is the end of another year! Time is such a funny thing in that it keeps moving whether or not you want it to. I want to take today and maybe slow down time … Continue reading A Wrap-up of 2023
Changing Course
Did you know that ships plot a course even before they leave port? They know the routes they're going to take. But sometimes it's necessary to change course. Life throws curveballs. Things don't work out. Passions, hobbies, and interests change. That's okay. Sometimes you as a person need to change course too. What's really cool, … Continue reading Changing Course
Being a Maid of Honor
My older sister got married over a week ago! (That's why there was no post last week). I was so fortunate to be able to be right by her side as her maid of honor. The wedding itself is more her story, so I want to offer my perspective and some advice for someone who … Continue reading Being a Maid of Honor
There and Back Again
This past week has been so intense. I didn't even really have time to write. I also was so busy that I couldn't allow myself to think about anything else during that time. Last week, I was in Philadelphia for a summer teaching conference. I did and learned so much. I never imagined being so … Continue reading There and Back Again
Starting Again
I'm still trying to be in vacation mode. It was nice to get away for a bit and be out of the normal routine of life. But now I have to deal with the fact that I have to get back into a routine again. Since I have been back home, I haven't really wanted … Continue reading Starting Again
How to Plan a Trip
We're coming into the swing of summer! The weather continues to get warmer, the days continue to get longer, and we are getting into the days of summertime (at least here in the United States). As such, if you have school-age children or if you work in a school setting (like me), you're probably looking … Continue reading How to Plan a Trip
Welcome Back
It is definitely a little difficult for me this week to try to get back into things. I got back from my trip late Sunday night, and was immediately forced to be thrown back into a routine. Monday morning I had to be at work pretty early. I was tired from flying in and from … Continue reading Welcome Back
How to Pack a Carry-On
It's packing day! I am flying out for a trip tomorrow and will get back on Sunday. This is a trip I have been planning for a while, and I am really excited about it! Two years ago, I wrote a post on what to pack for a cruise (read it here ). Even though … Continue reading How to Pack a Carry-On