Tip of the Week

Grow Some Wheatgrass

Tip of the Week - Grow Some Wheatgrass!
At this time of year, we are all thinking of Spring and looking for signs that a new season is on its way! But until those flowers are actually blooming outside, consider growing some wheatgrass inside! Some people grow wheatgrass as a cat treat and others to make... Read more »

Comfortable Portable Beds for Your Guests!

Tip of the Week – The Best Beds for Guests!
Hosting overnight guests can feel like a challenge, especially if your home doesn’t allow for a designated guest room! But not to worry – you won’t have to relegate your guests to an old pull out couch or college era futon anymore! Better Homes and... Read more »

Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week

Tip of the Week – Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week!
This Monday, February 15th, marks the first day of Random Acts of Kindness week, a week designed to raise our awareness of generosity and encourage us to do nice things for others – not just for our family and friends. The idea is to “tap... Read more »

Olympics Activities for Kids and Families!

Tip of the Week – Celebrate the 2010 Olympics!
Only nine days to go to the Opening Ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver! The Olympics offer us a unique (rare perhaps!?) opportunity to watch television as a family, rooting for favorite athletes while marveling at their abilities and what it takes to be... Read more »

Interesting Party Planning Tips

Tip of the Week – Throwing a Party is as Easy as One, Two, Three!
I read a terrific article about entertaining in a recent issue of Every Day with Rachel Ray magazine that was, to say the least, highly entertaining! Clever and experienced party givers compiled a list of the “must have” statistics when giving... Read more »

How Kids Can Help Haiti

Tip of the Week – How to Help in Haiti!
It is impossible to miss the tragic news footage depicting the earthquake devastation in Haiti, a country already struggling with extreme poverty. But is it possible to help the earthquake victims from our homes? Yes – and in so many ways!
Donate Money
While making a monetary... Read more »

Host a Golden Globes Viewing Party

Tip of the Week – Host A Golden Globes Viewing Party!
The 67th Annual Golden Globes Awards will air on Sunday, January 17th at 8:00 EST on NBC and what better night to get an early start on star gazing and Hollywood buzz! Hosting a Viewing Party can be as simple or as creative as you’d... Read more »

Paperless Post

Tip of the Week: Send A Sophisticated Invitation by Email!
If you’ve ever hesitated to send an invitation by email, the wonderful and sophisticated choices offered by Paperless Post might just change your mind! The invitations and cards that you can send from Paperless Post look just like the real thing, including an “envelope” that needs... Read more »

Cook Up Some New Year Luck

Tip of the Week: Cook up Some New Year Luck!
Hoppin’ John is a traditional Southern dish that dates back to the 1800’s and when served on New Year’s Day is said to bring good luck! The dish is a combination of black eyed peas, pork and rice, but it is the peas that that are... Read more »

Boxing Day Party

Tip of the Week – Add an Extra Day to Christmas!
I recently read about a family, who in addition to celebrating Christmas on December 25th, extends the fun by adding Boxing Day to their holiday line up! Boxing Day takes place on December 26th and its origins date back to mid 19th century England, when... Read more »