I’m spending a few weeks at my mom’s house and noticed that she doesn’t have a towel holder or rack in her guest bathroom. I think it was removed at one point when the wall was painted, patched over with plaster, and never put back. Anyway, I found some ribbon in a drawer, a couple […]
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We all have our days when we’re not feeling so hot. Maybe our hair is frizzy, or we have a big pimple on our forehead… but it’s nothin’ to wrinkle your nose at! Over the years, after much trial-and-error, I’ve amassed quite a collection of DIY beauty tips and tricks. DIY may not be the […]
The State of the Hispanic Caregiver
In the past few years, I’ve seen firsthand the effect that caring for an elderly or sick parent can have on the caregiver, after seeing my mom care for my grandmother, and my sister-in-law do the same for her mother. While it is emotionally rewarding, it’s also a heavy burden that many of us will […]
Declare “Sweet Independence” with Hershey’s Simple Pleasures
This summer, I’m declaring my Sweet Independence from stress. I know it’s easier said than done, but I’m making an effort, truly. I’ve gotten rid of a ton of physical clutter in my house hoping that will simplify things. I’m learning to say “no” more often as to not spread myself too thin. I know […]
Using Skype during your summer vacation
There are only 50 days left of summer vacation for us – hard to believe! The days may seem long, but time really does fly when you’re having fun! While some families we know have been jet setting to some fabulous faraway destinations, other than a quick trip here and there, we’ve pretty much stayed […]
Dream Vacation Inspiration with Kmart
I’m from Texas and sometimes I miss it. Sometimes. The cool thing is that I can create a space in my own backyard that reminds me of taking a vacation back home! Using Polyvore and List.ly, and inspired by the Kmart Outdoor Living catalog, I did just that. I escaped for a few minutes while […]
