In my elementary and teen years, spring break did not exist in our household.  School life on the Eastern Shore of Maryland started after Labor Day. We had a few teacher work days, federal holidays, …

I'm not a woman of many words this week, and since it's Wordless Wednesday, I guess that's a good thing. The month of February was excruciatingly busy, and while some of that was by my ow…

Spring, spring... I love spring! Well, I don't love the pollen that's covering everything outdoors right now, but other than that, I really love spring! It's wonderful to walk around my p…

A few days ago, I went to my stylist for my 10–12 week cut. I have wavy thick hair that becomes unruly and tangled when I don't keep up with split end trims, washes, and detangling. In fact, I ca…

Spring is in the air! I can feel it in my heart and my bones. My body just wants to be outside, soaking up warmer temperatures and lots of sunshine after months of chilly, gray days and lots of rain.…

Are you longing for spring? Longer days, warmer months, and new fragrances abound! As you emerge from your winter cocoon and all her scents, be sure to add  Safa Body into your cosmetic collection thi…

This post contains affiliate links. All thoughts are my own. Are you an outdoor living lover? I sure am! I'm of the mind that outdoor spaces can and should be an extension of the home, and utilize…

Produce lovers, rejoice! For those of us in the more southern climates, many of our produce stands have or are in the process of reopening. My local market reopened a couple of weeks ago and while th…

Ahh.. it's almost spring! Hopefully for those of us in the south, that doesn't mean we are suddently induated with green yellow stuff in the air, but alas, we still yearn for the longer days,…

Happy Wednesday, friends! I'm not sure how we've reached mid-week so quickly? Honestly, these weeks where I get to have my hubby home in the evenings fly by so super fast. I think the univers…

Ah, Spring. The time of warmer weather, growing plants, pollen, and sun. Yes, here on the east coast of  NC, we get doused in that lovely yellowish-green film this time of year. In fact, as I sit her…

I'm not usually one to pay too close attention to what Punxsutawney Phil says on Groundhog Day. This year, however, I couldn't wait to see whether or not the little guy saw his shadow. That …

The past few months have been nothing but cold and wet. After a long, hot, wet summer, I had so hoped for a drier, mild-temperature fall, and winter. Normally, I love winter (especially from a fashio…

I love doing art projects with my class at school and this one was supposed to be done in my classroom with my kiddos, but....instead you get me doing it by myself.  I am going to try to do a step b…

Thanks to White Elm for providing product to review. All thoughts shared are my own. As a mom, I've always found that crossbody bags suit me. As much as I love a fashionable, beautiful purse, th…

The air has changed. The warmth on my skin tells me that Spring is here. I can see it all around me. The trees are greener. The flowers have begun to spark life. The bumblebees buzz back and forth f…

Who else is ready for Spring?  We sure are around here and we have enjoyed the nice weather we have had the past couple of weeks.

There is a sense of renewal that comes with each spring. When nature itself is growing back, people often feel inspired to do the same. Whether it is a change of wardrobe or a new hairstyle, spring …

The weather has been so, so beautiful here the past week and looking ahead for this week.  I'll take 80 degrees in February.  The trees and flowers are blooming and the sky have been beautiful. …

At the end of each month, Toddler Time focuses on thematic activities for the littles in the upcoming month. Since May has so many possibilities - May Day, Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and Memor…