Holiday season is almost here. Well, according to big box stores, it’s been almost here for about three months. As the good tidings approach, it’s time to get your pointy, jingly thinking cap on and come up with stunning stocking ideas that your friends and family won’t see coming. Here are some fun ideas to get you into the holiday spirit. Ho ho ho! #1 A Sweet Gesture If you’re more of a do-it-yourself kind of gift-giver, consider trying your hand at one of the trendiest crafts of today: embroidery! Not only is this a thoughtful, sweet gift, but it’s also incredibly fun to produce. Plus, it’s the perfect stocking…

First, congrats on your new place! Ok, now let’s get to it. Now that you are all moved in, it’s time to make your house a home. And part of making that happen is with decorating! Since our places have now become our home, school, gym, office, and every other place we used to go, it’s important to really try to create a space you are happy, comfortable, and relaxed in. With just a few small things you can make that happen. Alright, here we go. Look out HGTV, here you come. A Scented Candle It’s good to get a candle to start out in your new place with a…

Hiking is one of those activities that sounds fun in theory but is always a little harder than you thought. But maybe that’s just because you aren’t prepared for what the wild wilderness is about to throw your way. Now’s the time to venture just beyond your carefully curated patio to explore what the great outdoors has to offer. So, pack your bags, get the blood pumping, and fill your lungs with some crisp mountain air. Aside from your pure grit, determination, and alright, maybe a little apprehension, what else do you need? Here are four essentials to bring along for any outdoor excursion. #1 Navigation Tools  If you’re dealing…

It seems like every other day I am writing about some super stylish series that is currently on Netflix. Last month is was Emily in Paris which had me drooling at Emily’s cool but kooky looks, some reminiscent of Sex in the City (it actually made me download some Carrie Bradshaw to watch all over again.). Next up was the latest series of The Crown, the one that introduced Emma Corrin as Princess Diana and reminded us all just how stylish and impeccable Diana was. And now it is the word of mouth smash The Queen’s Gambit that is making all the fashion headlines. You wouldn’t think a series set…

When my son Joe was little, he was obsessed with radio controlled cars. He would literally spend hours crashing them into every wall, chair and sofa in the house, eliciting the cutest of giggles as he went. Despite the rise in computer games and time spent in front of devices (with children doing this from a younger age than ever), the joy of playing with something that is controlled by a remote system is as popular as ever. It is also educational, you can use remote controlled toys to help develop fine motor skills and understanding of direction, as well as learning their left and right. Modern remote controlled toys…