This time of year, everyone seems to be worried about getting a cold, the flu or worse. The question becomes what can you do to improve your immunity. Things that can boost your immunity include better stress management, exercise, getting adequate sleep, and proper nutrition. The good news is you don’t need a fancy exercise… Read More Sick of Being Sick? Add Super-Foods that Boost Your Immunity
This post is sponsored by Basic Invite, a company revolutionizing the holiday card industry. It’s the middle of summer, so Christmas cards and the holiday season might seem far away right now. But we all know the holidays will be here before we know it. As soon as stores begin to clear the back-to-school things,… Read More 3 Reasons Basic Invite Wins at Holiday Cards
If you’ve got a kid who loves bugs, you might be wondering what sort of gifts you can get them. This can especially be a challenge if you’re not quite the bug enthusiast they are! (Raising my hand with you!) We’ve got a list of the best gift ideas for kids who love bugs to… Read More The Ultimate Gift Guide for Bug-Loving Kids | Gift Ideas for Kids Who Love Bugs
December is arguably my most favorite month of the year. Sure, it’s usually cold in Minnesota, but I don’t mind the snow and cold one bit until AFTER the new year. It’s still new and pretty, and I’m 100% ok with a white Christmas! I love everything about the holiday season, from the music and… Read More Ideas of Holiday Traditions Your Family Will Love
There are many things as synonymous with childhood as a good bedtime story. I’m not sure what your house looks like at bedtime, but my toddler son insists that we read at least a half-dozen books every night before he goes to bed. I’m a firm believer in the importance of books in a kid’s… Read More The Ultimate Minnesota Kids Books Gift Guide
The holidays can be a stressful time for moms. From holiday travel to baking and cooking, you can get overwhelmed and stressed out in a hurry. This holiday season, as difficult as it sometimes is, try to remember to stop and take time for you. Yes we know that is “Easier-Said-Than-Done,” but we also know… Read More Time Out for Mom During the Holidays
People love Minnesota. Whether it’s because of the beautiful scenery, the Minnesota-Nice people, the hard work ethic, or the camaraderie that comes from surviving brutal winters together, it doesn’t matter if you live here for a year or your whole life, the state of Minnesota finds its way into your heart fast. If you’ve got… Read More The Ultimate Minnesota Gift Guide
We all have our favorite “honey hole” shopping places where we can get lost in the delight of looking at pretty things for hours. Mine (Becky’s) is Etsy. Etsy is an online market for handmade goods, vintage items, and supplies for crafting and creating. The Etsy community is made up of independent creative businesses from around… Read More Shop Local and Handmade this Holiday Season #LakesProud