If there's anything we are used to here in Mississippi, it's extreme weather. In fact, I heard Mississippi's newest Miss Mississippi's Teen Avery McNair explain recently that storms are not only increasing in frequency but also in strength. Avery McNair has focused her community service on weather awareness because her home was hit twice by tornadoes. When it's not tornado season, it's hurricane ...
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A Step-By-Step Guide To Decluttering Your Home
It's almost May, which might still be considered spring where you're from, but the warm weather we've been having say "summer" here in south Mississippi. So, once again, I've missed the boat, and spring cleaning has passed me by. Moms, I know you get me. Between track meets and holidays and end-of-school assignments, I haven't had time to breathe much less do more than get the dishes done and the ...
9 Ways Reading Can Be a Social Activity
There is nothing I like better than curling up with a good book. Unless it's curling up with a good book and a good cup of coffee. That's why I love my Kindle Unlimited subscription. I've found so many great books and new authors through it. At the end of the day, you'll usually find me in cozy pajamas reading while my husband watches a show or two. It's also one of my favorite ways to relax when ...
Better Ways to Start Your Days
If there is one thing no one has ever accused me of it is being a morning person. No matter how many times my mom told me to "hop up" in the morning, I assure you I never did. These days, I fight the urge to get out of bed before finding my way to my coffee maker before rolling out the door in a rush. Every single day it's the same: same snooze button, same coffee, same frantic dash out the door. ...