My family and I were discussing the highlight of our trip to Japan, and even though we visited so many amazing places, the general consensus was that teamLab Biovortex Kyoto came out on top. Which is saying a lot, because we are a die-hard Disney family. Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea are hard to beat in […]
11 summer breakfast ideas
While warm, hearty breakfasts are great in the colder months, on a hot summer morning there’s nothing better than enjoying a refreshing breakfast that sets you up for the day. So whether you’re too hot to cook and want a fresh breakfast or want a meal packed with all the fresh, zesty flavors PakarPBN A […]
7 Fun Father’s Day Traditions
Father’s Day is right around the corner and if you’re looking for fun things to do for Father’s Day, you’re in luck! I asked my Instagram community to share their best Father’s Day traditions and there were some fun ideas! A few years ago, I asked Bart what he wanted to do for Father’s Day […]
My most used emojis – PLAYWORKEATREPEAT
Hello friends! It’s time for the June edition of Share Our Lives. This month’s topic is about the emojis we use most often. At first, I wasn’t sure what I could say about emojis. But when I looked at the ones I use the most, I guess they say a lot about my personality. So […]
Moving forward
Creative writing submission from the Rest Less community – submit your entry here. I’ve finally finished the first draft of my new book, which means I’m both exhausted and excited. Of course, there is still much to do; some stories will be rewritten, some eliminated, and some will only get slight changes, but I feel […]
My 2026 summer reading list
You can never have too many books on your summer reading list – if you were looking for mine, enter your email address below and I’ll send the printable list straight to your inbox! Once the annual Summer Reading Guide is released into the world, one of my favorite early summer traditions is making a […]
May’s Favorite Things – PLAYWORKEATREPEAT
Hey friends, it’s great to be back today for Friday Favorites. I haven’t shared much about what’s going on in my world since I’ve mostly been doing travel recaps, so I thought I’d do a quick roundup of some favorite things from the month of May. Before I jump in, here are the links to […]
Energy bill crisis: what to do about soaring costs?
Households across the country will be dismayed by the latest increase in the energy price cap, which will see annual bills rise to £1,862 in July for a typical user. Here we explain what you could do to reduce your energy bills and whether you might be eligible for government support to help. PakarPBN A […]
The Most Popular Things I Shared This Month
The most popular posts of May clearly show that summer is here! Short films, audiobooks, games, and road trip activities galore on this list! (Plus the best bra ever). Take a look at the most popular items and see if you purchased one! Wide pantsThis is a MILE’s most popular product in April and they […]
Our visit to the Osaka Aquarium in Japan
Visiting the Osaka Aquarium in Japan was another highlight of our trip. We walked around feeling completely fascinated by the incredible marine life and beautifully designed exhibits, and it took us about two quiet hours to cover it all. When you first enter the Osaka Aquarium, you walk through tunnel-like walkways where water surrounds you. […]