[wysija_form id=”1″] OK, so I admit that I did not keep to my word to myself when it comes to reading books with a bit of a Lenten theme… I tend to lose stamina when I’m not in to a book, so I nixed some of the ones I started, with the hopes of eventually getting in to them again. I did, however, re-read one of my all-time favorite Christian…
One of many things I love about blogging is that it forces me to do the crafts I’d been meaning to for a while. This is the first year that I’ll actually be here for Easter. Under normal circumstances, I actually leave town on Easter Sunday, as that is the start of my spring break. This year my school decided to do spring break during Holy Week, so Easter Sunday…
If there was one thing in the world that I could change, it would be the ridiculous policy for air travel and cancellations. If everyone was like Southwest, the world would be a much better and happier place. I flew across the country whilst sick. Like, sicker than I had been in years. I sat in a tiny seat, hacking up a lung, likely infecting those around me.. Why? Because…
I have to say, I take so much pleasure in people realizing what I complete cheapskate I am, because my life really is extravagant in so many ways. The reason for this is that I cut expenses in other ways that free up money for some fun things like (albeit affordable and practical) travel. Here is my list of what I do to keep costs down, so that fun things…
The irony of a Catholic posting this recipe on a Friday in Lent is not lost on me. Obviously, I won’t be eating these tonight +:). There are few things in the world that make me more annoyed with myself than forgetting about fresh veggies and letting them rot. I had bought cherry tomatoes (which are the only tolerable tomatoes at this time of year) and jalapeños at Aldi two…
Perhaps the #1 question I am asked is how I can afford to travel on a educator’s salary (note: I’m technically not a teacher, but my job definitely falls under the “educator” umbrella.). My travel docket is pretty extensive, and I fortunately have been able to see many, many places without putting things on credit cards, driving up debt, and still having a pretty healthy savings routine and retirement fund…
I am not going to pretend to be an expert in design by any means, but I’m totally on a kick. I was recently down an out with the flu, so I spent plenty of time binge watching Fixer Upper. It’s funny–I had read The Magnolia Story a few months ago, but had never watched the show. Side note, that book is soooo cute and soooo sweet, and I can’t…
[wysija_form id=”1″]Top o’ the Mornin, and HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY. This is a very special day in Irish-American culture (do the Irish celebrate as much as we do? I wonder…), and I’m looking forward to celebrating over the next week. The photo above is of my friend, Jo, when we were in Galway last summer.. I thought it was appropriate for today :). My friend, Siobhan and her cousin host…
iPhone 7 case! How cute is this?! Cactus lamp.. This would be very fun to add a pop of color. Actual Cacti.. If you’re like me, plants die the moment they come in to your presence, but cacti are easy to keep alive as long as you follow the idiot-proof instructions. The Gardener’s Guide to Cactus. Because, well, ya never know.. These babies are easy, but there are some technicalities…
Sorry for my lag in posting.. I was beyond sick for almost a week. I don’t get sick, but apparently the “warranty expires” after 30. Happy to say I’m on the mend, and excited to share something fun with y’all today. Guys, this is NOT a sponsored post… I sincerely, completely and with all of my heart mean what I’m about to say. I really like Home Chef. I’ve tried…