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14 Must-Dos on the Mamma Mia Island of Skopelos Greece

If crashing waves, sand-pebbled beaches, blue umbrellas, and pine forests are on your list, this earthy Greek paradise known as “Mamma Mia Island” on the Aegean sea is worth more than a daydream. The island of Skopelos Greece’s hypnotic sapphire … Read more

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3 Ways to Make Your Dream Vacation Happen

Planning, paying for and taking a vacation can be a big undertaking, especially if you’re not a frequent traveler. Travel agents, travel sites, travel groups and an abundant amount of resources exist for the purpose of helping simplify the planning … Read more

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Choosing a Career in Mortgage

It is often those career paths that give back to the community or enrich the lives of others that are the most rewarding. A career in mortgage is one industry that fits the bill. People in these positions work on … Read more

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35 Cool and Unusual Ways to Explore Norway’s Rugged Coast

Picture the perfect Scandinavian getaway: rugged northern beauty, scenic wildlife, local fisheries where everyone knows your name, cozy hideaways, and warm fireplaces along the coast. Norway is seriously stunning, and you’ll be hard pressed to find an adventure bucket list … Read more

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5 Ways to Keep Employees Engaged and Happy

Keeping employees engaged and happy is a different world than it used to be. A few short decades ago, companies could provide a basic safe workplace, and employees would remain committed for their entire careers. Basic benefits, camaraderie, consistency and … Read more

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Five Fabulous Fall Hair Styles

Cool weather is coming and while I’m swapping out my flip flops for riding boots and skirts for leggings, I’m also swapping out the beach curls for some cool weather hair styles. In our house, fall brings the beginning of … Read more

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Items to Take On Your Next Vacation

Packing for a vacation is often the least exciting part of the trip for many people. Technology is so advanced we can’t imagine going anywhere without our phone and its charger very closeby, and wearables are the new norm. Technological … Read more

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How to Make an Awesome DIY Mary Poppins Costume

Wouldn’t it be great if we all had a Mary Poppins in our life? Someone who makes the kids enjoy doing their chores and sing Super-Cala-Fragilistic-Expialidocious while whipping up a delicious dinner. Ahh, the life. Originally released in 1964, “Mary Poppins” … Read more

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The Perfect Solo Getaway to Santa Barbara

I think we can all agree that life is full of, well, life. You never know what tomorrow, or even today, will bring. Whether it be hectic, joyous, disappointing, exciting, stressful or satisfying – I’m always looking for more.  More … Read more