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Last week my grandmother, my toddler, the dog and I woke up at 5am to begin our 1300 mile, 22 hour drive from Florida to our home in Michigan. Under normal circumstances I love a good road trip, but we … Read more
Getting married is one of the most exciting times in a bride’s life. The groom, the dress, the shoes, the bridesmaids..and the wedding hairstyle. This can be such an overwhelming decision because there are so many factors to consider: face … Read more
What is one of the best words in the English language…? Free! Right? Now what other word is just as good to hear? Vacation! This summer the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board is combining those two wonderful words. They are … Read more
Compassion, patience, love, and selflessness are what make a mom, and on television, there are no exceptions. From June Cleaver, to Morticia Addams, to Lorelei Gilmore, TV moms have been showing everyone who’s in charge for years. A few women … Read more
How many remotes are currently setting on your coffee table or shoved into the cracks and crevices of your couch? It’s a bit ridiculous when I stop and think just how many remotes are in our home. The console remote, … Read more
There is nothing quite like the thrill of traveling. To venture to a new world without knowing what you will see, who you will meet, or where the road will take you, it is a strange blend of delightful butterflies … Read more
Since the dawning of Grey’s Anatomy in 2005, I have been a faithful follower of all things McDreamy, McSteamy, and McAnything. I’ve spent many trips in Seattle hoping to stumble into a crowd of attractive surgical interns, and always been checked … Read more
I am as wired to my smartphone as the next person. Whether I’m snapping photos of my daughter, checking out the latest online news, texting my husband or listening to music while jogging around the park – these are all … Read more
You’ve heard the Legend that is Captain America, you’ve seen the epic battle scenes that make him a hero, but what about the villain? What is it like to be the nemesis of Captain America? What is it like to … Read more
What is one of the best things about vacation…? The food! No cooking, no washing dishes and ordering local cuisine. It is one of the small things that makes me appreciate a vacation that much more. At the Disney Aulani … Read more
Cats have been chasing mice for years and years, but that doesn’t stop them from being totally adorable in the process. From cat toys to sock puppets, here are my favorite crafts based on the fuzzy critters suitable for preschoolers … Read more
I’m notorious for over scheduling our family vacations and this spring break in Florida was no different. My husband would only be able to join us for 4 days and I wanted to make the most of it. So directly … Read more
As I planned my Saturday in Orlando it quickly became apparent that it was about to be a long busy day. Family had put in a few gift request and I also had to get some last minute things taken … Read more
With the release of the new Captain America: The Winter Soldier movie over the weekend, humor is probably the last thing that you think of when you see the trailers full of action, drama, and legendary superheroes battling. However, I … Read more
Last month I had the amazing opportunity to spend a few days at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa in Hawaii. While there, I had the pleasure of meeting with Chef Kevin Chong for a delicious cooking tutorial on how to prepare a … Read more
When you think of Southern soul food, fried chicken often comes to mind. The crisp well-seasoned skin, rendered of excess fat is a hallmark of well made fried chicken that has been a Southern staple since before the American Civil … Read more