The art of the invitation
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The art of designing-planning- managing wedding invitations and events

Love is in the air and has been delivered to my mailbox frequently lately. I cherish an elegant printed invitation no matter what the event is. In this post we share the art of designing-planning-managing wedding invitations. I really admire the art of a memorable invitation held elegantly in a beautiful envelope. The type of…

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Federal Student Aid for college (FAFSA) what you need to know

The U.S. Department of Education awarded about $112 billion in federal grants, loans and work-study funds in fiscal year 2021, according to the most recent Federal Student Aid annual report. Those federal funds will assist roughly 10.1 million students in completing their education. When it comes to filing the FAFSA, many families choose not to do so thinking…

Candyland party theme
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Easy and Fun Party Themes and Decoration Ideas for Adults and Kids

In this post we share multiple easy and fun party themes and decoration ideas for adults and kids. If you are looking for easy and fun party themes and decoration ideas for adults and kids we have you covered here. I hope you find inspiration in this post. In June of last year, my son’s…

Desset table design
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Tablescape dessert table tips & easy ideas

If you are planning a memorable occasion where you need to feature a dessert table, we have tablescape dessert table easy ideas for you to explore. These creative simple ideas for you will dress-up your desserts with these party dessert table ideas. Follow these easy steps to create a tablescape masterpiece. Are you looking to…

A six year old boy leaping into a swimming pool
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Take These Steps to Keep Your Pool Safe and Looking Great

When most people think about pools, they think about pool parties, water games and all-time places for relaxation and fun. They can provide hours of enjoyment for friends and family, no matter the season.  However, it is important to take some steps to ensure its safety before jumping in, especially if you use it all-year…

Women playing pickleball
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15 reasons to play pickleball-the epic addicting game & what you need to know

PICKLEBALL IS ONE of America’s fastest-growing sports, so if you have never played, you will want to play after you read this post. I have wanted to write this post for a while since Bainbridge Island is where pickleball ball was born. It’s so fun to be up close and personal with the community that…

THE HISTORY OF PICKLEBALL
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The history of pickleball-the fastest growing sport

When Was Pickleball Invented & Who Invented It? It doesn’t matter where you are located in the United States, you most likely you know about the addictive game called pickleball. It’s all the rage! Seriously, folks. It’s super cool that the world’s fastest growing sport all started on the little Pacific Northwest island where I…

Lessons learned from the Queen
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21 life lessons learned from the Queen that will earn you respect and friends

Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest at Westminster Abbey in a televised event that was  viewed by billions of people worldwide. In this post, I share the 21 life lessons learned from the Queen. These lessons will earn you more respect and friends.  It’s remarkable to think that a line to pay respect to…

Savory Lemon Bars
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Katie’s Creamy Savory Lemon Bar Recipe

This recipe was shared by my Gal Pal Katie who has made these special savory creamy lemon bars in her culinary cooking class she teaches.  Most lemon bars that you have tasted are traditionally very sweet with a rich shortbread crust. This recipe has a nice savory aftertaste with a very slight bitterness of good…

40 fun facts about latvian
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40 fun facts about Latvia’s history and culture that will shock and amaze you

My mother was born in Latvia. Latvia has a rich history and culture. I am sharing 40 fun and  fascinating facts about Latvia’s history and culture that most people don’t know. Be prepared to be totally shocked and amazed. Let’s learn what Latvia is known for shall we? Before I can share the trivia, you…