The temperature of our house is a constant battle around here. I, and a couple of the girls, do not like to freeze in our own home. Colby and the older kids prefer to freeze and layer up. Fortunately, the Nest Learning Thermostat helps us to at least find a happy solution. Nest Learning Thermostat For…
I’m sure we’ve all seen our fair share of April Fool’s Day pranks over the years — sugar in the salt-shaker, salt in the sugar bowl, someone tells us we’ve had a foot of snow overnight, and woe to the unsuspecting co-worker about to sit on a whoopee cushion at the big meeting at work. April…
Costa Rica is famous for its gorgeous beaches, and during the time I’ve called the country my adoptive home, I’ve been privileged to get to visit some of the country’s best. I recently visited Playas del Coco, one of the oldest and most popular beach communities in Costa Rica. Located in the Guanacaste province, it’s…
You have probably heard that “everything’s bigger in Texas.” We have a large state and we seem to like things big around here. Recently I discovered that Sweet Scarletts‘ orchards are right here in South Texas. No wonder these Texas Reds are full of great flavor and extra sweet! Sweet Grapefruit-Strawberry Smoothie Growing up, I recall several…
You don’t have to be a kid to love this! The new Ford F-150 Raptor and Mustang LEGO Speed Champions Sets are now in stores. We were lucky enough to get our hands on one of the Raptor sets, so now I can say my dream truck will now be on my desk. That is…
Did you know that over half of all eating occasions is snacking? Around here, it seems that afternoon cravings are the most popular among our kids. Once they finish their schoolwork and chores, they get outside and active for a while and then come back inside to grab a snack. Therefore, we keep easy-to-grab snacks…
Just as our admiration for people often begins with the outside appearance, we typically find it’s what’s on the inside that really draws us in. With cars, this can also be true. The 2017 Kia Sportage pairs smooth curves with sharp creases to create a new aggressive, yet sophisticated, design. Plus, inside, you will discover a…
We have seven people in this house. That means when it comes to doing work around the house, there is definitely a need for everyone to “pull their own weight.” Therefore, we make sure everyone has an equal opportunity and encourage independence by teaching the kids to use power tools. Teaching Kids To Use Power Tools The…
With only one day to spend in Santa Teresa and miles of beaches to explore, I knew I needed a way to cover a lot of ground fast. With a set of wheels in the form of an ATV rental in Santa Teresa I had exactly what we needed to make the most of our…
Spring Break is almost here! Are you knee deep in planning the fun you will have during your break?! If you are looking for a cultural escape filled with adventure for the whole family, you need to check out Chattanooga, Tennessee! Chattanooga’s Spring Break Safari offers a great way to get out of the house, recharge…