by Karla Dennis | May 28, 2020 | Lifestyle
It’s a brand new decade! Are you ready to make the most of each day? If you need a little help to live in the moment, try these tips: Rejuvenate each dayTake a little time (5-10 minutes) to relax and reflect quietly before bed. This practice can help you sleep more soundly and keep your emotions well-tuned. Wake up earlyGetting up early allows you time for a healthy, wholesome breakfast, and to ease into your day. Smile moreSmiling programs your brain to think positively and enjoy the little things. read...
by Karla Dennis | Mar 27, 2020 | Lifestyle
This time of year is always associated with getting everything dusted and organized. Spring cleaning season is upon us, but how to get started? Spring cleaning can be personalized to whatever your needs are. Whether you have a small or large space, these spring cleaning basics can you get your home feeling clean and fresh. De-clutter your space: This means getting rid of old clothes, utensils, magazines, shoes, papers, etc. To really clean and start making your home feel fresh again, it’s going to need a fresh start. The current trend right now is to de-clutter and reorganize your home so that it represents who you are in a clean, welcoming way. This trend has been set off due to Marie Kondo’s philosophy being brought to Netflix. In Japan, they have smaller spaces and limited rooms; therefore, they cannot afford to have much clutter. Here in the U.S., homes tend to be much bigger, enabling us to have more clutter. To de-clutter your space, slowly work through different rooms in your home. You may start off in the kitchen, and gradually get rid of old utensils, chipped cups, and unnecessary cooking appliances. To indeed have a clean space, you need to get rid of small or large items taking up space in your home. If you have a junk drawer, get rid of all those pens, papers, old bills, and receipts. If you can find a home for it, keep it, but if it is only taking up space, toss it. It can be challenging cleaning out junk drawers, and Tupperware, however, your newfound space will delight you later....
by Karla Dennis | Feb 13, 2020 | Lifestyle
Valentine’s Day can be a very stressful time, especially when you’re tight on money or trying to figure out what to do year after year. Like many other holidays, the pressure can be tough trying to figure out what to do or buy. When in reality, Valentine’s Day should be focused on who you love and showing them appreciation. Below are tips for saving money, creating new traditions, or finding new ways to express yourself this Valentine’s Day. Cook dinner at home: Food is often the way to anyone’s heart. There is nothing more romantic or thoughtful than putting in the effort to cook for someone else. Think of your partner’s favorite meal or something they have been wanting to try. So many of us watch online recipes and never make them. This Valentine’s Day challenge yourself and create something delicious for your partner. Cooking can definitely be a challenge, especially if you don’t usually cook. However, doing something unexpected and challenging will seem even more special for your loved ones. Above is the average cost of Valentine’s Day dinner in 4 major cities. Cooking at home and buying the ingredients yourself can also be a way to save some money on that dinner and instead enjoy a nice dinner at home. Plus, that extra money being saved can still go into a beautiful gift for your partner. Another great tip would be for both of you to cook dinner together at home and make an afternoon of it. Cooking can be very relaxing and fun when you have someone else to help you. Open up a bottle of...
by Karla Dennis | Feb 6, 2020 | Lifestyle
Sleep schedules are referenced when discussing babies, toddlers, and children. It seems as if the older you get, the fewer sleep schedules are discussed. However, as adults, we need the energy to keep us going through work, school, or other life activities. Getting a plan going for bed can be difficult, especially when you have kids, pets, or other things going on. With that said, everyone should strive to have a healthy relationship with sleep and our routines. Sleep is especially essential for those that work long hours, exercise regularly, or want to lead healthier lives. The following are the five things everyone should be doing to fix their sleep schedule. read...
by Karla Dennis | Jan 23, 2020 | Lifestyle
2020 is upon us and like many people, we are all trying to live a healthy lifestyle. Trying to work out and live a healthy lifestyle can be costly if not done correctly. If you are trying to get healthier or create a budget for the new year: Here are some tips for how to save money! Toss that Gym membership if you’re not using it: Many of us decide to commit to going to the gym every year and probably are not going as often as we’d like. If your gym membership is only $20 a month if can be easy to forget about how much money you’re losing. However, this means within a year you are paying at least $240 and that is not even counting the yearly fee most gyms require their customers to pay. That’s roughly $350 you lost in one year from simply investing in something you never took advantage of. If the gym is not for you, you can always invest in a bicycle and ride around your neighborhood. You can also take walks around your neighborhood which can help calm you after a long day of work and benefit you physically. There are so many apps out now that can help you stay fit, right outside your door. read...
