My Weight Loss Journey | I Lost 180 Pounds Updated at the bottom! It's crazy for me to believe that it's been 14 years now since I took my most desperate step to take back control of my life. At 367 pounds I felt like I had tried everything in my power to lose weight … EVERYTHING . I tried every fad diet (remember cabbage soup?), I tried programs like Weight Watchers and Nutrisystem, I even tried a year of cardio only at the gym (I went 7 … [Read more...]
6 Things to Avoid Doing in New York
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6 Things to Avoid Doing in New York If you had to choose just one place in North America to visit, then New York would probably be it - although this, of course depends on your taste for urban or rural areas. The Big Apple has it all; an indelible sense of history mixed in with modernity. The Statue of Liberty is there, as are the famously expensive swaths of Manhattan real estate. In fact, while you’re there, you it is best to take a … [Read more...]
Homemade Orange Creamsicle Freezer Pop Recipe
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Homemade Orange Creamsicle Freezer Pop Recipe Orange creamsicles have always been a favorite of mine. The refreshing taste of oranges with the creamy “ice cream” like center... just the sound of them makes my mouth water. Now we can make orange creamsicles at home with just 4 simple ingredients! This recipe makes about 3 pops and is being made in the Zoku Quick Pop Maker. I have seen these at our local Marshalls and Ross stores, you can … [Read more...]
Apartment Family Life Has Many Advantages
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Apartment Family Life Has Many Advantages The Luxury Apartment Route Families are expensive. There’s no other way around it. You’re going to end up paying more over time. For that reason it often makes sense to buy into a mortgage on a home, as at least your monthly payments are securing your investment in that property. However, sometimes neighborhoods decline in value, or flat-out change. In San Francisco especially, there has been … [Read more...]
Questions To Ask When Hiring A Plumbing Contractor
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Questions To Ask When Hiring A Plumbing Contractor A clogged drain or a leaky faucet can be an inconvenience, but when it comes to plumbing problems, the stakes can be much higher. Imagine skyrocketing water bills due to an undetected leak or water damage caused by a burst pipe. Hiring the right plumbing contractor is critical. In addition to performing preventative maintenance, a plumber will offer professional solutions and handle home … [Read more...]
10 Changes You Can Make Right Now That Will Improve Your Skin, Hair, and Nails
10 Changes You Can Make Right Now That Will Improve Your Skin, Hair, and Nails Hopefully you’ve already developed some great habits for a healthy lifestyle! Eating nutritious foods, exercising, and taking care of your body - including your skin, hair, and nails - all requires consistency and, essentially, a routine. If you’re still not happy with the way your skin, hair, and nails look, there are a few changes you might want to consider … [Read more...]
Tips on Picking a Bathtub
Tips on Picking a Bathtub One of the top small bathroom ideas is to purchase a freestanding tub. When purchasing a freestanding bathtub, there are quite a few things you must take into account. Bathtub shopping is not something you should be impulsive about. It takes research and consideration. Bathtub Size Before you even go looking for a bathtub, it’s an absolute necessity to figure out how much space your bathroom has. When making … [Read more...]
How the CVS Pharmacy App Helped Save the Day | Order Photo Prints on the Fly
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I’m proud to be working with CVS Pharmacy to help spread the word about #BetterHealthMadeEasy and how to #FindYourHealthy. All opinions expressed are my own, and all product claims or program details shared should be verified at CVS.com or with the appropriate manufacturers. The past few weeks have been incredibly busy around here. My daughter had her dance recital weekend followed by dance Nationals the week after. Life as a dance mom is never … [Read more...]
From the Garden to the Table | 5 Benefits of Gardening
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5 Benefits of Gardening: ways that gardening will benefit you, your family and your environment Nothing tastes better than using vegetables or fruits that you have grown in recipes. Turning a pile of dirt and handful of seeds into tasty food can be a family affair, with children helping plant, cultivate and tend the young plants. It gives them a real sense of accomplishment to nurture plants that will become food to fuel their bodies and make … [Read more...]
Gooey S’Mores Snack Mix Recipe Recipe
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Gooey S'mores Snack Mix Recipe Summer, camping and S’mores all go hand in hand. Unfortunately, I always seem to crave S’mores when a fire is not a possibility. This S’mores snack mix is easy to make and easy to transport making it the perfect anytime summer snack! INGREDIENTS 2 cup Golden Grahams Cereal 2 cup Chocolate Chips 2 cup Mini Marshmallows Powdered Sugar (optional) DIRECTIONS Set oven on low … [Read more...]
