You don’t necessarily have to be a hunter-gatherer to live off the land, but if you want to know where your food comes from and what you are eating, you should consider some form of self-sufficiency. Food labels can be misleading In the last few years there...
I have to admit that a few of our trips ended strangely at times. Once we arrived at the hotel we'd booked to find the hotel boarded up. Getting a new booking while in the middle of nowhere isn't always easy. And for that reason and many others mentioned in this post,...
With the Stanley Cup winding down and the World Cup starting soon, it feels like sports fans have a lot to be excited about these days. We are certainly looking forward to seeing some good soccer this summer. But since we're not devoted to any teams, we haven't yet...
Phuket and Bangkok are two of the most popular destinations Thailand has to offer. They both draw in millions of visitors a year and each have their own special attractions. It can be tough to decide which city to go though, so here’s a guide to get you started....
Find yourself struggling with what to wear under that new strappy summer dress? Don't fret anymore but take this great fashion advice from Katie on what to look for when you need just the right undergarments! It’s all too easy to see underwear as an after thought....
All parents have had those feelings that their kids are growing up too fast, right? Mackenzie is only 5 1/2 years old, but sometimes I swear I'm going to turn around twice and she'll be married. Those of you who still have kids at home, remember that building a strong...
With summer fast approaching, you may be wondering just what to do with all those long summer months. Today's post from Natasha will not only give you some great inspiration, but it's not a world away if you live in the US -- which means you can keep your costs low...
If you not only love to eat Thai food but would love to learn how to cook it so you can whip it up at home on a weekly basis, you’re in luck. There are a number of quality cooking schools around Australia that teach both novices and more experienced cooks how to dish...
Ever wanted to travel to the Middle East? I know I have. In fact, we almost moved there in our younger, wilder days. But that's a story for another post! Today's guest post is perfect for those who might get to fulfill some of their adventurous dreams in Dubai,...
The majority (65%) of UK households are owner occupied, according to government statistics – which equates to 14.3 million households. However, recent research into the condition of UK homes shows a worrying trend of repairs going undone due to financial constraints....
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