It all started almost a year ago. I was in the process of planning our ‘spring trip’ and searching for great airfares. All of a sudden, I see a $775 round trip non stop to Japan. I instantly contacted hubby and he was game. It was going to be my first trip to Asia and… Continue reading Tokyo, Japan
Author: Charlotte M
Being able to laugh at the end of an “unsuccessful’” day and being okay with not managing to “do it all”. It rocks!
How to Build a Stone Wall (and breakthrough one)
It’s been 2 months since my last confession. So much internal and external shifting has happened since my dad’s death this winter, that I did not have words for a long time. They are beginning to return. No one tells you that when an intense period of caretaking ends, the body and soul of a… Continue reading How to Build a Stone Wall (and breakthrough one)
7 Simple Ways to Save $ on Valentine’s Day Gifts
It’s already started…the flood of emails from every retailer in America! Even my cellphone company has inundated my inbox with “the perfect gift” for my Valentine. Funny, I am pretty certain the perfect gift for my valentine, can’t be bought. This all goes back to the society of consumerism we live in. Hell, I can’t… Continue reading 7 Simple Ways to Save $ on Valentine’s Day Gifts
4 Ways to Make the Money Savings Challenge Successful
In my previous post, I shared why I took the money challenge in 2022. I am going to share how I did it to be successful, and some various ways you can too. Saving money is very similar to losing weight, and what works for me may not work for you. So read on for… Continue reading 4 Ways to Make the Money Savings Challenge Successful
The 2022 Money Saving Challenge
Christmas time is here…ok, well actually it’s over now, but let me ask you a question. Are you still reeling from guilt over how much you spent on Christmas? You are maybe you aren’t, but I think we can all agree that Christmas can be damn expensive. 2021 was the first year I didn’t fret… Continue reading The 2022 Money Saving Challenge
Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
I decided that I wanted stuffed mushrooms the other night and decided to see what I could come up with to make it completely different from my normal way. I ended up liking these so much, I will be having them for dinner again tonight! Ingredients: 4 large Portobello Mushrooms2 Large Tomatoes (diced)15 leaves fresh… Continue reading Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
Flour-less Peanut Butter Cookies
This lovely Monday evening I have for you guys Peanut Butter Cookies. If you had a wonderful Monday then that is great but if you are the majority that hates Mondays and wants to kick Monday’s butt then hopefully these cookies will make your day better! This ingredient list shouldn’t make you go run for… Continue reading Flour-less Peanut Butter Cookies
The Health Benefits of Laughter Therapy
I discovered that laughter has helped me to keep my emotions in check to a degree and I feel a little better about myself. There is various well-documented medical research done on the effect of using laughter as a therapy tool. The power of laughter is that it’s an antidote to relieving stress, problems, and… Continue reading The Health Benefits of Laughter Therapy
3 Things You Should Ask Yourself Right Now To Decide If You Are Fulfilling Your Destiny
We have all been told to follow our dreams, and that if you find something you’re passionate about to make that your job and you will never work a day in your life. That is all well and good, but nobody ever really tells you how or truly believes what they’re saying. There, I said… Continue reading 3 Things You Should Ask Yourself Right Now To Decide If You Are Fulfilling Your Destiny
Gingerbread Muffins
All week I have been craving muffins. I looked around and found a few must-try recipes. First, we tried a double chocolate muffin recipe — sadly, no photos or recipes to share – next time! But, for THIS time….I’m sharing recipe number two – GINGERBREAD MUFFINS. I was so happy to have helpers to bake… Continue reading Gingerbread Muffins