If you are visiting Australia for the first time or have made a new friend in the country, you need to know that Australians are very kind and humble and appreciate authentic people. The social structures in the country are pretty laid-back and relaxed, with people having cozy dinner parties or evening barbeques at their…
A Day in the Life of a Blogger: 25 Days of Me
Hello day 9 of the 25 Days of Me and I thought I would reshare this post with all of you from 2013. It is still pretty relevant although I did go through and do some updating here and there. I made sure to tell you what has changed.
Simple Chicken Soup
It’s that time of the year again and I am updating and resharing this classic recipe from 2021. Chicken soup is my comfort food anytime of the year but I admit that I make it a little more often when it is cold. It is perfect for after a day of playing out in the…
A Self Portrait of a Sort: 25 Days of Me
It’s day 8 of the 25 Days of Me and today I want to share my self portrait of a sorts. When you have a mental illness the way you see yourself is not always the accurate picture. In fact, what you see and what other people see is two different things. Most days I see…
Be Yourself Again In Three Simple Steps
Have you not been feeling like yourself recently? A lot of people go through this at some point in their lifetime, so take comfort in the fact that you are not alone. It’s not the easiest thing to do to get back to feeling like yourself, but we promise you that it can be done….
What Types of Toys are Best For Two-Year-Olds?
Most parents are concerned about whether or not they are buying suitable toys for their two-year-olds. This is a universal problem, as no two children have similar interests. But it is also true that, at this age, they can be easily distracted with innovative toys. This way, they have fun while learning new skills. You…
Holiday Gift Guide for Outdoor Lovers
It’s time to shop for the outdoor lover in your life! I will admit that I enjoy shopping for outdoor stuff and not because I enjoy it so much. There are things I love about being outdoors and other things that I hate. There is something though about shopping and seeing all of the camping…
Buying Your Wife the Perfect 50th Birthday Gift
Some birthdays are bigger and more significant than others – with 50th birthdays being one of them. 50th birthdays are often celebrated because they mark half a decade, and it is nice to celebrate having had a significant time in the world with close friends and family. If your wife is turning 50, this could…
Pecan Pie
I posted this originally in 2011 but I am going back through a lot of my older recipes and updating them some. Then reposting so you guys can see them again or for the first time whatever the case may be. I will be honest and say that doing this allows me to take a…
Crappy Relationship: 25 Days of Me
Here we are on day 5 of the 25 Days of Me and this one is fairly known here on the blog but not all of the details. My relationship with my ex is strained at best these days. I would love to say when are mature adults and have a wonderful relationship. We don’t!…
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