Are you one of those people that hate to spend money on "frivolous," impractical things like home decor but want to have a nicely decorated living space? I sometimes wish I wasn't so programmed to rationalize why not to buy things--especially things whose chief function is to look nice. But there are ways to decorate your home on a budget. One of the most fun ways, for me at … [Read more...]
DIY Grooming Kit For Men
"Hey! What's with your face?" I ask as Pea bebops past. Daddy. The beard burn blazes red against her dainty face. But she doesn't care. I don't blame her. After nearly half of her life blowing kisses to her daddy over Facetime, a little stubble isn't going to stop her from cuddling with him now that he's home. Post originally published in 2016. This shop has been … [Read more...]
Homemade After Sun Relief Spray
Sometimes the Florida sun sneaks up on even the most experienced of outdoor loving families! We moved to Saint Augustine a year ago and guess what? We only just made it to the beach this past weekend. Granted, we moved here from only 45 minutes away. We're Florida natives. And though we spend a significant portion of our days playing outside and always load up on the sunscreen, … [Read more...]
10 Smart Ways to Use Fractionated Coconut Oil
One of the newest loves of my life comes in the form of fractionated coconut oil. You may be wondering what fractionated coconut oil (commonly called "FCO") is. Well it is an extremely useful form of coconut oil that I use in many of my DIY recipes, like my homemade personal wipes! Well, to put it simply—it is a fraction of regular . Mainly, the … [Read more...]
Fun Florida Outdoor Adventures for the Whole Family
Active families tend to enjoy active vacations, right? During school breaks our family makes it a point to go on at least one adventure. While most people immediately think of theme parks and beaches when it comes to "Florida vacations" there is much more to the Sunshine State! Despite the heat and humidity, there are tons of Florida Outdoor adventures to be had! … [Read more...]