Lacking confidence when it comes to planting flower containers? Learn some easy, actionable flower container ideas and tips you can use no matter the size of your planting container. If you are looking for some garden flower container ideas, you’re in the right place. I have a formula that I’ve used for years. You will … Read more
Get some creative, inexpensive ideas for how to pamper Mom on Mothers Day. Pampering your mom can be easy and fun with these suggestions. If you are asking, “How do I spoil my mom on Mother’s Day?”, then this post is for you. For my friends in the UK or Canada who might be asking, … Read more
Learn how to make an easy origami greeting card by following these simple steps. As a teacher who enjoys introducing students to the art of easy origami, I’m happy to be able to share this fun project with you. Think origami paper folding is difficult? Not when you follow the directions here. You’ll have an … Read more
Learn how to make French onion soup the easy way by making it in a crock pot. Add sausage for a more hearty recipe for French onion soup to warm you up on a chilly evening. This easy slow-cooker French onion soup with sausage recipe is perfect for fall gatherings and parties. Fill your home … Read more
Plan a trip to the northern Oregon coast using this as your guide. Learn about the places to see, stay, eat, and shop along the northern Oregon coast, from Tillamook to Astoria. As an Oregon resident for over forty years, I’ve visited many of these places multiple times. The northern Oregon coast is especially scenic, … Read more
Sometimes, in the busyness of life, someone else’s birthday sneaks up on me. When I realize I’ve forgotten to buy a card, I make one. One of the easiest cards to make is one with pressed flowers. If you have read any of my previous posts about my being artistically challenged, you know that if … Read more
Do you long to get more organized? Learn how to get organized efficiently, get results quickly, and feel good about your organizational skills with these simple tips for different areas of your life. Maybe you have been asking yourself these questions: How can I improve my planning and organizing? How can I get organized at … Read more
Unfamiliar situations are difficult. Can you relate? Read through these unfamiliar situation examples to learn some ways to deal with them. As a middle-aged, empty-nester I’ve had plenty of time to refine my skills with handling unfamiliar situations. Read on for some of the best strategies I’ve found. This post contains affiliate links, which means … Read more