5 Great Family Activity Ideas
School is letting out and summer is upon us. You’ve probably already got a lot of events lined up to keep the kids busy. But if you’re looking for a few extra ideas to bring everyone together, get inspired by these 5 great family activity ideas that are perfect for this time of year… Family […]
Tending to Elderly Parents & Grandparents when You Live Abroad
As advances in medicine are continually prolonging our life spans, the chances of developing one of endless health problems tends to become a stronger possibility. Because while we may be living longer, but not necessarily healthier. As our parents age, we naturally feel a responsibility towards providing them care, whether it’s helping them get the […]
Wild pantry ideas = more happiness
We have a nice-sized kitchen in our condo and there’s even space for a Newfie to pass out in the middle of the floor. We like the layout and the fact that there are lots of cabinets, especially since we happen to own a lot of kitchen stuff. We like food and cooking at home […]
Sloppy joes. Slop-, sloppy joes.
Growing up, I can remember a few evenings when we “made it a Manwich night” and how quick, easy and good it was. Over here in Germany, you’re definitely not going to get your hands on a can of Manwich…but quite honestly, I wouldn’t want to. Making your own sloppy joes is nearly as easy […]
Is today the day to make a change?
“Life,” my friend was saying. “Do you know what the hardest part is? It’s life. The hardest part of living is simply being alive.” The expression on his face said he wasn’t kidding. And I didn’t doubt for a minute that he was telling the truth. Life is difficult. Everything can change in a flash. And […]