The French Riviera, or Côte d’Azur, is the picturesque stretch of coastline along the Mediterranean Sea in the South of France, creating the perfect playground for the glitterati during the summer months. We were looking for a peaceful seaside escape…
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It’s Berry Season, and Most Farms Are Still Open
Here in the Northwest, we have the perfect climate for growing a variety of berries, which begin to ripen as early as May with the first strawberries. Growing your own berries, visiting a U-pick farm, and foraging for wild berries are…
When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade, During COVID-19
A few weeks ago, during a heatwave, my son told me he wanted to have a lemonade stand to raise money for a new LEGO set. Easy, right, just a simple activity that most of us participated in as children. Yet, times are not normal, and…
Take a Mini-Vacation in Stunning Cannon Beach, Oregon
I’m a big fan of the mini vacation. Getting away for three or four nights by car is just enough time to recharge and explore an area, but not so long that you will be derailed from bigger travel savings goals. We have taken many trips like this along the West Coast, including two to Cannon Beach, and…
Easy Dog Birthday Cake (With 3 Ingredients You Probably Have)
When our pup turned one, I could have picked up a fancy dog cupcake at the nearby fancy dog store, but given his sensitive stomach I decided to make my own with three trusted ingredients…
A Smoothie a Day: Healthy Everyday Smoothie Recipe
I’m sure there are a million smoothie posts out there, especially on health and wellness blogs, and for good reason…
Kid-Friendly Daytrips in Provence, France
After four nights in busting Paris, we were excited to board the train at Gare du Nord and experience French country life. Prior to this trip, I had only visited Paris, and I was truly unprepared for…
Exploring the “City of Lights” With Kids
When I planned our trip to France, I knew that we must spend some time in Paris, but that I would probably need to adjust my expectations. I could imagine a trip where I was able to…
5 Breathtaking Family Hikes in Sedona, Arizona
I’ll admit, prior to my first trip, I didn’t really get the Arizona thing. I’m used to a lush green Pacific Northwest landscape, and I imagined a parched desert wasteland with…
Host a Woodland Fairy Themed Birthday Party
When my daughter was little, I loved the creativity of throwing themed parties for her, but I was short on time and energy. One of my favorites was a simple but memorable “woodland fairy” party…
