Now that we have a super fabulous and rather large office to run our marketing agency, Arma Communications, from, we've been thinking about taking Ayla in with us. Our lease has no stipulations about dogs, and we'd usually take her in on days when we wouldn't have...
I was never the kind of person who sought to become a master photographer...especially during the era of film. Point and shoot was always good enough for me...especially because I sometimes have a knack for breaking expensive electronics. But somewhere along the...
Living in Southwest Florida, stinging insects like mosquitoes and no-see-ums are a VERY real problem, especially if you spend a lot of time outdoors like we do. Although the local county sprays for these pests on a regular basis, people who are just a bit sweeter than...
We've been back in Florida about 1 1/2 years now (hard to imagine) and Ayla's skin and and coat have seen a bit of turmoil. It's hard for a dog with that much fur to avoid having issues in a climate like Southern Florida -- but thankfully she does appreciate the air...
As you've likely heard by now, Stefan and I started running a little over a year ago, and already have our first marathon behind us, along with several half-marathons and other various races and long runs. One thing that you really have to keep in mind when you do...
There are certain things that one goes through life, never to be without. For most people nowadays, that includes a smart phone and an ATM card. And in your home, there are many things you never seem to be without either. Like a microwave. I can't remember ever living...
Have you ever been walking across the living room floor and felt that sharp, shooting pain that only a Lego block can give as it grinds into your foot? All of us parents have been there at least once in our lives...and each and every time you probably vowed to toss...
Do you think that dieting can only be associated with bland, boring food? Have you ever read a book that took a look at healthy eating and dieting, based upon the spice blends you added to your food? Me either -- until I ready Skinny Spices. SKINNY SPICES: 50 Nifty...
Before we got this whole move to Berlin started, I was contacted by Skyhorse Publishing about receiving a few books of theirs for review. I've read several of their homesteading books (including The Joy of Hobby Farming) in the past and really enjoyed them, so the...
Cookbooks. It's one of those things in life that you either seem to be addicted to collecting...or you don't. I'm definitely a fan of collecting recipes in many different formats. And cookbooks will always be a favorite since you can browse through them, bookmark your...
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