Memorial Day Eats (Bold Bites)

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I am not certain who came up with the idea of celebrating Memorial Day with foods like coleslaw, BBQ, hamburgers and hot dogs...but it works for me. To that end, I am going to introduce you to Bold Bites in Bethesda, MD (right outside of DC). I am not exactly sure how I found out about this place, but I am glad that I did. The place is dedicated to the hot dog and they do it well. I mean seriously, I could not even decide which hot dog to try. Fortunate for me, one of their combos is a … [Read more...]

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Getting Ready for Baby with Ziploc Space Bags

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About 2 months remain till our new addition makes his debut. There are diapers to buy, small clothes to organize and plans to put into place. I know from experience that I can't plan everything but that does not stop me from trying. One thing I am feeling pretty confident about though is baby clothes organization. I would say that Ziploc sent me a sample of their Ziploc Space bags just in the "nick of time". My friends and family have been more than generous by sending baby clothes and … [Read more...]

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Fabulous Birthday Freebies

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Today is my birthday and I feel so blessed to see another year. I thought that I would celebrate by sharing some birthday freebies with you. That way, when your birthday comes around, you won't be left out of all the freeby fun! The following list was compiled with the help of the May issue of ALLYOU magazine, of which I am an affiliate. I just love that this magazine is chocked full with such practical information every month. To get your own subscription, click the link … [Read more...]

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12 Secrets to Cutting Your Grocery Store Bill in Half

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Grocery shopping... the task that everyone  loves to hate. For some reason though, I love it! Maybe it is because it is associated with my favorite topic f all time ( food) or maybe there is something about the sound of the grocery cart going down the aisles that is calming to my soul. In any case, I have written many posts on grocery shopping over the years and have come up with 10 Steps that will cut your grocery bill in half. 1. Don't Be So Loyal-  I am not saying that everyone does … [Read more...]

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Traveling with Young Kids? Here are Five Things to Take with You

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The following post contains affiliate links. As I have traveled with our little one over the years, I have had to adjust to that carefree feeling that I use to get when I hopped on an airplane. Now I am constantly thinking about "potty breaks", toddler friendly snacks and activities that will keep her busy. Since we travel several times a year, there are quite a few products that I've discovered along the way that make things easier on everyone. Baby Bjorn Baby Carrier This … [Read more...]

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Vacationing at the Ritz Carlton, Rose Hall Jamaica

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My family and I  recently returned from a little trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica. Blame it on the long winter or the fact the my pregnancy hormones are raging, but I really needed some sun. I am not sure if I can call this a "babymoon" because our toddler came with us. But regardless, it was a much-needed family vacay. While there I had 2 agendas, relaxation and sun. I am happy to report that I checked both off of my list. Being a Caribbean gal myself, I feel the need to get closer to the … [Read more...]

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2-for-1 Mother’s Day Deal

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I really enjoy reading ALLYOU magazine. The magazine is chocked full of coupons, recipes and home management tips each month that definitely make a subscription worthwhile. I've been flipping though this May's issue and am enjoying reading 100 Fabulous Freebies and How to Find a Last-Minute Travel Deals. Now, if you have been following me on the blog for some time you already know that I love to travel. In celebration of Mother's Day, ALLYOU has a special Mother's deal. You can … [Read more...]

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The Importance of Home Ambience (Caldrea Essentials)

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"Home is where the heart is", isn't that what people say? But it is more than that isn't it?  Home is where we can be totally at ease with who we are, where we are. We can or should be...totally at peace. Part of being at peace at home is the ambiance you set. One of the first things that you may think about when setting the ambiance of your domicile is the cleanliness of it all. How clean is your home? Seems like everyday is a struggle to keep the house clean. I guess that is one of the … [Read more...]

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The Ultimate Guide to Traveling While Pregnant

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Ok, so you have come to terms with the fact that your life is about to change and your family is about to expand. Great! Congratulations! Now, what do you do? Well, I am certain that there is a lot that you can find to do between now and the upcoming delivery of your beautiful baby. If traveling by plane is one of those things, consider this your guide on how to do it well. Talk to Your Doctor, Care Team If you are going to do any traveling, you have to make sure that your body is ready and … [Read more...]

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Curried Chicken Salad

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Curried Chicken Salad and sandwich

I whipped this up other day and it was so delicious that I had to share. I did not invent the idea of Curried Chicken Salad but, this recipe is a Domestic Life Stylist recipe. If you have been a reader here for a while then you already know that  the recipes that I put on this blog are all my own. If I am trying someone else's recipe, I will be sure to let you know. :)   Curried Chicken Salad   Print Prep time 10 mins Cook time 1 hour 10 mins Total time 1 hour 20 … [Read more...]

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