I was sent products to review from GoodCook. There is a paid link in this article. All opinions are my own. I'm the kind of woman who would gladly take cookware or other kitchen items as a gift. I'm not great at cooking, but I enjoy it, and having quality items makes a big difference. For example, having a pan that is supposed to be non-stick, but has started sticking, can make frying eggs a much less pleasant experience. A good cast iron frying pan has been on my wishlist for a while. I've Read more [...]

Having a cluttered home can add to your stress levels. It makes your home feel less calm and pleasant, and it gives you more work to try to keep things tidy. I'm not a minimalist by a long shot, but I try to evaluate what I own every now and again. I always find that somehow, I end up holding onto items too long and it's really refreshing to get rid of stuff, while decluttering my home. It sort of feels like a fresh start! When items are not broken or otherwise ruined or damaged, I try to donate Read more [...]

Thank you to GiftsForYouNow for sending product for review in exchange for my honest opinion. Right now, we are in the process of building a large shed/man cave at our house. My husband is super excited about his dream becoming a reality! I had the pleasure of partnering with GiftsForYouNow to get my husband the perfect gift this year - a custom sign for his new 'man cave'. The shed will have a loft area, which my husband plans to use as his new hang out space when friends come over. His current Read more [...]

I received product from Colgate-Palmolive to facilitate this post.  All opinions are my own. Summer is almost here!  So with spring in full swing, we are totally enjoying all that the change in seasons has to offer.  With all the warm weather we've been having in Minnesota, it's been a welcome change from the bitter cold winter that went into April this year!   It's also time to get outside and get busy.  We have a variety of projects in the works.   From a new playground install to just Read more [...]

A popular way to decorate these days is utilizing photos that you've taken yourself and had transformed into canvas art.  I LOVE this trend!  Canvases tend to pop so much more than a typical flat portrait would.  And the sky is the limit with ways you can transform a wall.  Lately, I've really been in love with pictures I've seen where someone utilizes a variety of canvases along with other decor pieces.  But the problem with creating an amazing wall can be the price.  And sadly, all too often, Read more [...]