Moms play a very special role. They need to be everything for everyone at all times, and many have their own careers on top of being mothers. All of these jobs are exhausting and it can be overwhelming sometimes. With so much going on, it is easy for moms to forget that every once in a while, they need to treat themselves to something special. With a packed schedule every day, all day, it seems like it is impossible for you to find the time, and the money, to pamper yourself. Fortunately, there are some ways that you can relieve stress and get the much deserved break that you need without spending too much time or money on it. Here are five simple ways that busy moms can pamper themselves. Go for a walk A great way to take a break for everything is to go for a walk by yourself. You can make this a daily ritual that you do to get some alone time to think about yourself and your needs. This is a good option because you can get a little exercise and spend some time outside, which ...
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An Interview with Author Sandra Brannan (2014)
Last year I got the chance to interview author Sandra Brannan. Her first four books of the Liv Bergen series have been bestsellers, and now the latest book, Solomon's Whisper, is getting ready to be released. I got to read it last month and it literally blew me away. I'm still reeling from the ending! I will warn you now that there are going to be major spoilers in here, so you may want to wait until you read the book. Then again, it make you even more eager to read it. 1. There has been a lot going on with Amazon the past several months, between the ongoing dispute with Hachette & their new $10 monthly unlimited books plan. What are your thoughts on these? Hachette is very brave to take on Amazon. The collective gasp of anticipation about the effect of their cause is audible throughout the industry. Hachette reminds us that stories have value while Amazon is a business changing with a market of buyers. And although I have always cheered on the Davids of the ...
Guest Article – Must-Haves for New Moms
Whether you are expecting or you have recently given birth, you will likely agree that everything you have purchased and all the fuss from everyone has been about your baby. Why don't other moms tell you essentials you need to make your life easier? Is it that they don't think about it, or they simply want you to learn as you go, as they did? Maybe a little of both! Well, I'm here to tell you some essentials you can't live without. These also make great gifts for expectant mothers! 1. Hammock Swing - You automatically assume you need a rocking chair for the nursery, right? Don't get me wrong, rocking chairs are great. I was very attached to mine until I sat in a friend's hammock chair one day. I went home, hopped online and searched online stores like SoothingCompany.com, and ordered one with a stand immediately. No more aching back from sitting there rocking all night in a stiff chair. 2. Aden and Anais Muslin Blanket - If you are breastfeeding, you cannot be without these ...
Spice It Up With Texas Pete!
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Texas Pete for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. We are a family who loves spicy food...especially hot sauce. One of the best hot sauces around is Texas Pete Hot Sauce. It goes with anything, from sandwiches to hot dogs to soup. They also offer a whole line of other sauces as well, including wing sauces, Hotter hot sauce, a garlic hot sauce, CHA! by Texas Pete sriracha sauce and a green pepper sauce. No matter with of their sauces you use, Texas Pete is the perfect ingredient for any dish & will make it more memorable. Texas Pete has a ton of creative recipes using their sauces as a main ingredient. There are recipes for coleslaw, wings, and even red velvet cake icing. My favorite is the Sizzling CHA! Ramen with Shrimp. My husband and I are crazy for ramen, so I know it would be a huge hit with everyone. The recipe is pretty simple to make, and yields 2 servings. The ingredients include shrimp, ramen, red ...
Article – Tips for Finding the Right Jeans
The perfect pair of jeans…it’s something that almost everyone looks for at one point or another. I know from personal experience that it can be a challenging task. They fit great at the store but once you get them home, they are too tight. Or, you go from clothing store to clothing store, finding nothing that fits or that looks right on you. In order to help save some time and hassle, here are a few tips to keep in mind the next time you go on a jean hunt. Sizes Every brand seems to have their own ideas when it comes to sizes. Everyone is different. Brands can run anywhere between 1 to 3 sizes smaller, or larger, than others. It can be frustrating to no end. To save some time and keep from having to go through several pairs of jeans, make sure to know your measurements beforehand. Primarily, you will want to measure your waist where the jeans will be sitting. You can usually looking up the sizing chart for any brand on their website, so it will give you a place to start once you ...
Guest Article – A Fast Fix Up for a Beautiful Bathroom
If your bathroom is in need of some repairing it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with the thought of completing this task. It’s easy to put off all of the ideas of renovating the bathroom, especially if you have other jobs around the house that need completing. However, what may seem like a huge job doesn’t have to be. You can separate it into individual tasks so that your bathroom can be transformed into the space you’re dreaming of more quickly. Take a morning or weekend to transform your bathroom with some simple how-tos and you’ll be impressed just how far the simple goals take you. First start with this project below, and click here to find bathroom fixtures and vanity accents to add to your stylish bathroom. First try updating a vanity with new wallpaper. It’s fairly easy and a fast refresher for a bathroom that’s in need of a new color and pattern. You can do this in several steps: Remove Hinges and Door Pulls First use a screwdriver to remove any hinges and door pulls. ...