Nicole Hempeck

Why You Should Invest in a Good Camera and an External Hard Drive

October 24, 2012

There are few things more important than preserving memories – at least in this mom’s book. If you’re like me and the mommy-brain is always in full effect, then you enjoy photos to help bring to the surface memories of days gone by and the reminder of people and places that you love. Additionally, you [...]

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How-to Throw a Tapas Party!

October 22, 2012

What are Tapas? Tapas are small Spanish-style dishes. According to Tapas.net, Tapas parties are: …an old Spanish tradition. Families meet to eat and socialize in “tapas bars” where everyone is welcome and the Â food and drink is served in small portions in great variety.

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Why Having a Sitter Is Good for You and Your Health

October 15, 2012

Becoming parents is a momentousÂ occasion. It is a period in one’s life that brings great joy, happiness and hope for the future. Additionally, it can bring stress, anxiety and at times, begin to affect your marriage and your overall well-being. So, how do we avoid the sometimes stressful pitfalls of parenthood? Be willing to get [...]

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5 Must-have Transition to Fall Fashion Pieces

October 14, 2012

I love fall. Additionally, I love fall fashion. Fall is the perfect time of year because you hit the sweet spot in the weather where there’s just enough chill in the air to really enjoy the outdoors. My idea of a nice day outdoors does not include roasting on a beach in the sweltering heat, [...]

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5 Beauty Products Under $5 You’ll Want to Pick Up

October 11, 2012

Being a mom often means that we are short on time and working with a limited budget, so when it comes to our own beauty regimen it’s tough to justify spending a ton. What that shouldn’t mean is that we can’t take care of ourselves or look great – so while there are some products [...]

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5 Beauty Products Under $15 You’ll Love

October 10, 2012

Beauty shouldn’t be hard or expensive – but it does add up when you think of the many things you pick up to maintain your daily looks. There are some products you can find on the cheap, and others that are a bit in the mid-range, like those below, but are well worth the investment. [...]

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24 Hours: Dates at Home that Rock

October 8, 2012

Sometimes getting out for a date with your spouse or spending the night away just isn’t possible or financially feasible, so why not plan ahead and send the kids to bed a little early or trade favors with friends and do a sleepover and have a budget-friendly evening at home! All relationships need nurturing, so [...]

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Focus on Friendship: Gifts Your Friends Will Love

October 4, 2012

I adore my girlfriends. They are the rocks that keep me grounded, sane when the kids are driving me batty and allow me a reprieve when life gets a little too heavy – so with that in mind, I like to keep an eye out for gifts that will show them just how much they [...]

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Start Your Own Happiness Project

October 2, 2012

How many of us long for days that feel less chaotic, more in control of our domain and just a general feeling of overall contentment with our life? This doesn’t mean that you’re living in a deep depression or that you feel miserable day in and day out – because that would warrant a little [...]

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