Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Treasure Planet

You know it really bothers me that Disney didn't follow through on making Treasure Planet a sequel. It's such a good movie that still holds up with my littles. There was so much more we could have experienced with James Hawkins. Nonetheless, the movie is still worth watching and can leave a lasting impression. I'll... Continue Reading →

You Can Buy Philadelphia Cheesecake Filling

I like cheesecake, but it's not something I've bothered learning how to make from scratch. Nor is it something my kiddos care for. So, I decided I could risk getting Philadelphia Cheesecake Filling. It wouldn't evaporate into thin air immediately and I was curious to see how it tastes. Little did I know how hard... Continue Reading →

Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Sadness

Inside Out is an interesting Pixar movie, because it showcases how important it is to feel all of our feelings. Secondly, the movie showcase what grinning and bearing it can do overtime. Masking our true feelings for an indefinite amount of time isn't maintainable. Like any emotion, our minds and bodies need to release sadness... Continue Reading →

Bob’s Burgers Top 3 Valentine’s Day Episodes

Did anyone notice how quickly Christmas was evicted this year. I mean it was no where close to Halloween's treatment last year. Still Valentine's Day kicked the door down and shoved Christmas to the clearance section. In honor of that, I decided to jump right into Valentine's Day. Blend that with one of my favorite... Continue Reading →

Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Tsundoku

It's officially 2025 and your To Be Read (TBR) list barely bugged in 2024. In fact, it's already growing. If this is hitting home, don't worry! This week's post is for my book Lovers that have an extensive  TBR stack of books waiting to be read. Did you know that you are practicing Tsundoku? It... Continue Reading →

Friendly New Year Reminders

This year December 31st fell on a weekday. That might make it feel like any other day for some of us. Holiday Pay isn't guaranteed. In order for people to take full advantage of their days off, somebody has to work. If you're not doomed to clock in this week, here's a few things that... Continue Reading →

Meme Mondays with Trisha: Apothecary Diaries

Since 2025 is literally a day away, what's the point of finishing the year on a serious note. It's time for Meme Mondays With Trisha! That and Apothecary Diaries Season Two debuts January 10, 2025. Needless to say, I'm excited and decided to use this as an excuse to do a Monday post about it.... Continue Reading →

There’s Still Time To Prepare For A Thrifty Christmas Eve Book Exchange

Are you looking for a new practical holiday tradition? Have you considered doing a family Christmas Eve Book Exchange? This is a great idea for the book lover in your life, as well as, reluctant readers. When I say reluctant reader, I mean a person that doesn't read for recreational reasons. Sometimes, this lack of... Continue Reading →

Motivational Mondays with Trisha: Holiday Joy

It's the most wonderful time of the yearThere'll be much mistletoeingAnd hearts will be glowing when loved ones are nearIt's the most wonderful time of the yearIt's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year, Andy Williams We're almost a week away from Christmas! One of the best parts about this season is the build up... Continue Reading →

Sewing Kits Are Terrible For Heavy Duty Mending

Does it feel like you're going to have to extend the life of your wardrobe, but a tailor is out of the question for small repairs? Believe it or not, mending isn't terribly difficult. It's more about the repetition of motion and the patience to see it through. What's the quickest way to set yourself... Continue Reading →

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