Ever since I can remember, I have always worked for someone. I started babysitting at the age of 12 – every Saturday night. At the age of 13 I got my worker’s permit and started working at a local pizza place (where I subsequently lost my taste for ... Read some More »
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Helping Children – One Pair of Shoes at a Time
The Facts Did you know that over 16 million children in the United States alone were living in poverty in 2011? I read that statistic and my jaw dropped. Over 16 million. It broke my heart. Now think about the other countries that are not as ... Read some More »
I Am So Excited to Announce…
(No Mom, I am not pregnant LOLOL...I know that is the first thing that came to her mind when she read this title. I love you Mama!) In the Beginning It is amazing to look back at the past (amazing) 6 + years of blogging and my career. I started ... Read some More »
GUEST POST: Marmot Mornings; a Journey to White Mountain
I was very happy when Amber volunteered to guest post this week! I live vicariously through her when reading about her various adventures. Check out her latest one to White Mountain! Hi! I'm Amber and I blog over at hungrymountaineer.com. I love ... Read some More »
Celebrate Earth Day
Here are some fun ways to celebrate today: First and foremost, something that probably comes to mind right away - plant a tree! Trees produce the oxygen we need and aid in reducing air pollution. After you plant the tree, take a picture of it. ... Read some More »
Random Acts of Kindness Day
Since today is Random Acts of Kindness Day, below are some ideas of things you can do to spread the kindness! (Although I recommend kindness every day, today I'm going to go a bit above and beyond!) First and foremost, smile at people as ... Read some More »
Maritime Aquarium
On our first day at my sister's, the electricity still was still out and instead of sitting, freezing inside the house we decided to go to the Maritime Aquarium. We are zoo and aquarium lovers, so this was right up our alley! The first exhibit we ... Read some More »