Have you ever read a book of fiction and the setting became so real that you wanted to visit as soon as you finished the last page? Of course, that’s possible with some stories. Read a book about the Civil War and visit Gettysburg. Get lost in a spy novel and visit Washington DC or…
Guest post by Kevin Weisner of CruiseDeals.com. Most people think of cruises as the quintessential couples’ vacation, but these all-in-one adventures can also be a natural fit for families as well. The key to finding the perfect family cruise to enjoy with your kids is deciding what you want out of your cruise experience, as there…
I’ve had many failures as I’ve attempted to learn to cook gluten-free, corn free and soy free due to food allergies. I’ve learned from them all, and lived to tell the tale. Even better, I’m happy to share the recipes! I’ve always had success with these scones, and my flour mixture, they rise nicely, brown…
A visit to the Troy Farmer’s Market is a delicious family adventure. After two weeks of hearing my hubby rave over his newfound hobby, which formed as a result of him needing to find an activity for a little over an hour, while waiting after dropping off my teenager at driver’s ed, I was able…
While it’s been hard for me to remember that November is upon us this week during all these bright, warm sunny days, the early night time and ever-present Christmas decorations in retail stores keeps reminding me that winter, and its holidays, are coming fast. Our family isn’t religious, but we enjoy the holiday season and…
This year, why not celebrate Veterans Day by visiting the city where it all began. Surprisingly, that city is not in Europe and it’s not Washington, DC. The city where Veterans Day all began is Emporia, Kansas. Before Veterans Day was Veterans Day it was known as Armistice Day. Armistice Day, also known as Remembrance…
Planning a teen sleepover party? Like comedies and chick flicks? Want to throw a budget-friendly get-together? Plan a Girls Night In with the Bridesmaids DVD (released on DVD, BluRay, and Blu-Ray Combo Pack on September 20th!) A funny movie, yummy treats, and good friends is a delicious recipe for a great night with the girls….
How many adults remember their high school writing assignments? For that matter, how high school seniors remember the writing assignments from last year? Not many, that’s for sure. But then, not many high school assignments, writing or otherwise, go on to become little books of wisdom, still sold over 200 years later. Then of course,…
The following is a guest post by Alex Sobota and Thomas Lukjaniec, oh-holidays.com. So you’re planning to take a short break to the ‘city of lights’ with your loved one, Europe’s most romantic city and a fairytale destination for couples. Although the prospect of taking romantic strolls down the banks of the Seine, sipping on…
TV and billboard ads do help to capture teenager’s attention. Big brands pay PR people a ton of money to get the public to choose their product. But Volcom and Monster aren’t popping up on the TV screen nearly as frequently as Ronald McDonald is. So what is it that attracts teenagers to these brands?…