Creating an entertainment budget may not be the most exciting thing that a family does together, but it can provide a number of benefits. Having an entertainment budget means not having to take money from other necessary areas to fund a restaurant meal, a night at the movies, a family bowling night or other fun […]

This past Sunday was the marathon in Berlin, and since Stefan had a few friends running in it, we went out to cheer them on. One in particular, Timo, is a really nice guy and an amazing runner who definitely falls into the professional category. But to be honest, his real passion for running lies […]

The bathrooms in our homes really can express a lot about us, and they are a room that our friends and family often get to see when they come to visit — especially  the guest bathroom. So why just settle for mediocre when you can really have fun and display an entirely unique and fabulous […]

I’m sure we’re going to be seeing tons of kids and family members during this challenge — and I couldn’t help but do the same. Mackenzie is my light and joy — definitely my love. And the last few days she’s had a cold which has made her mopey, whiny, loving and ultra cute all […]

If your garden is anything like my own, there is always a lot going on in your garden (and in your life) so the likelihood that you will remember how your plants grew or what made your tomatoes really flourish the year before is slim to none. And that’s why keeping a garden journal is […]