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Archives for May 2019

Budgeting for a Trip to New York

May 29, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

…Or anywhere you fancy to go really, but for the sake of these tips, we’re going to focus on New York. It’s a place I fell in live with my first visit; and it’s a place that I would like to go back to, but it was expensive. It’s not overstating things to say that […]

Filed Under: Saving $$, Travel Tagged With: Budgeting, Finance, New York, travel budget, Vacation

Top Five Things to do When Visiting Miami

May 28, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Are you looking for the perfect destination for your next vacation? How about taking a trip to Miami? Florida in general is pretty awesome and I want to go back and explore more every chance I get. If you have never visited Miami before, then you definitely should. The city has so much to offer; […]

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Florida, Miami

3 Reasons To Get Into A Proper Sleep Routine

May 24, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Did you get your requisite 8-9 hours sleep last night? I didn’t. I almost never do and I am 100% aware it’s a problem. Right this minute, I’m exhausted and I just want a nap; but for the life of me, I can’t seem to get an actual sleep “routine” going. Don’t be me though […]

Filed Under: Family, Healthy Living, Psychology Tagged With: health, Health & Wellness, insomnia, Self Care, Sleep, sleep routine

The Easiest Hickory Smoked Chicken Recipe!!!

May 22, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Finally; warm weather and we’re in those last few torturous weeks of the school year.  Summer doesn’t equal a break for this clan though. We’re always busy and sometimes I feel like there’s even more to do than during the actual school year. That can’t possibly be right can it? This summer, like every other, […]

Filed Under: Recipes, Saving $$, Technology & Gadgets Tagged With: BBQ, chicken, dinner, Meal Planning

Stress: Are You Handling It Wrong?

May 18, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

How do you handle stress? Me? I handle it, by means of deflection, avoidance, and humor – all pretty common, but not really all that effective in the long run. They say a little bit of stress can be useful, but too many of us seem to have missed off the “little bit” part. I’ve […]

Filed Under: Family, Healthy Living, Helpful Hints, Humor, Psychology Tagged With: stress, stress management

The No-Stress Route To a Great Yard Space

May 15, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Not enough people make the most of their outdoor yard area; me included. Managed correctly, it can provide an additional living space, one that’s beautiful, relaxing, and fun for the whole family. Alas, there is a common problem when it comes to a person’s yard: they take time and energy to get into the required […]

Filed Under: DIY, Helpful Hints Tagged With: landscaping, Yard Space

Take Travel Back To Its Roots By Ditching Hotels Next Time You Go Away

May 9, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Once, traveling was an act of unheralded bravery. It meant learning new languages and navigating maps. Okay, I haven’t had to learn any new languages yet, but traveling is definitely something I love and someday, would like to broaden my cultural horizions beyond North America. For now though, I’ll take as many adventures as I […]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Survival, Travel

Ways To Keep Your Blog Protected

May 7, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Running a blog has many benefits, and it’s a great way of expressing your opinion or talking about things that matter to you. Regardless of the reason you decide to start a blog though, there are some thinks to take into consideration. Owning a blog can make you vulnerable to potential cyber attacks so it […]

Filed Under: Blogging, Helpful Hints, Technology & Gadgets Tagged With: blog security, online protection, online security

Radar Detectors Still Matter and Here’s Why…

May 2, 2019 by Alison Leave a Comment

Radar Detectors are still very relevant and here’s why #safetyfirst #ad @BestBuy @Uniden_America, #Uniden

Filed Under: Rally Point Rants, Raves, Reviews, Technology & Gadgets, Travel Tagged With: cars, radar detector, road trips, Safety

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My name is Alison. My favorite color is glitter. I love tattoos and finding ways to simplify life. Life with my husband, two children, five dogs, three cats, and lots of miniature horses is never boring but I still find the time to advocate for brands that I love and share my life, helpful hints, and a laugh or two with my amazing fans! Read More…

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