Mikaela Mannes, a 23 year old native of Michigan, has always had a creative spark in her soul.
Easter Cake Recipe: Orange Thyme Olive Oil Cake
Since moving to Europe this summer, we spend almost all of our free time traveling. We spent a few weeks in Italy over the summer and fell in love with the people and culture. One thing in particular, is Italian breakfast. It is a simple affair – meats and cheeses, fresh fruit, yogurts, breads and simple pastries. Most of it is store-bought and from a local bakery. One thing that is always on the table and is always homemade is a yogurt cake.
How to Have a Sugar-free Easter Egg Hunt

It’s almost here, the annual family Easter egg hunt!
Come Easter morning, little ones will spring from their beds with a special kind of excitement. The kind that wakes you earlier than usual and without an alarm. Excitement filled with hope that the Easter bunny has come.
Meet the Designer: Bridgette Salvon-Bernt
Designer. Wife. Mom. One-half of Earmark Social Goods, a company dedicated to spreading their message of ‘Create Happiness’ with handcrafted, customized art, including illustrations, designs, and photography. Together, Bridgette and her husband Mike, the other half of Earmark Social Goods, have a 2.5-year-old kiddo named Joe, a sweet dog named Lucy and a stinky cat named Toof.
Disney World: Before & After
Memory Maker, FastPass, PhotoPass, oh my! These are all terms that might be floating around your head if you are deep into Disney World trip planning, or have just returned from your trip. This past December, I “survived” a trip to Disney World with my husband and our three kids under 5, along with my sister and our parents.
Intentional Living
Do we ever ask ourselves or take the inquiry on why we do what we do? Or even consider ways to yield more quality in the simple things. Of course everyone yearns and wants perfection, peace and affiliation. We want to belong, be heard and be loved.
What is Galentine’s Day?
“Oh, it’s only the best day of the year”, according to Leslie Knope.
Meet the Designers: Bonnie Dain
Originally a California girl, Bonnie Dain has become nothing short of an artist, world-traveler. Falling in love with fashion and art at a young age, design seemed to be a natural fit for her.
How Much to Spend on a Boyfriend for Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air. You might be starting to think about Valentine’s Day, and how to celebrate with a special someone in your life.
What should you get? How much should you spend?
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Valentine’s Day Gifts for your Boyfriend/Girlfriend at any stage
Valentine’s Day can be a tricky holiday, especially for those in a newly established relationship. What do you get them? It is a difficult balance to give a thoughtful and meaningful gift, but also one that is price and time-appropriate.
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