It was a super gorgeous Saturday. It was Turtle Fest in Flagler Beach. Pepper had not been for a walk yet that day. The stars were aligned to head to Turtle Fest 2013. When we arrived in Flagler Beach Veterans Park, we saw Squeaker, Nona, and Poki.   These active guys are African Spurred Tortoises.  These turtles… read the rest

Last Tuesday on a walk, Pepper and John stumbled upon a beautiful and injured bird. It was trying to waddle to the ocean for safety. Its legs or wings were damaged in some way. Do you see those tracks? We decided the right thing was to call a wildlife rescue facility. Um….except there are no… read the rest

Ahhh…The three day weekend. If every week was a 4-day work week I would be such a happy camper. I have a tradition that has been in motion for about a year now. On long weekends I like to use one of the “free” days to clean and declutter. After that day, I still have… read the rest

Sunday morning and the girls are over. I made Belgian waffles for breakfast. After I pass them the plates I panic because I gave them ungodly amounts and I don’t want them to feel obligated to eat it all. I quickly say, “I’m sorry I gave you so many waffles.” They both look at me… read the rest

Have you ever tried being a tourist in your own city? On Sunday afternoon we did just that. Only about 10 miles north of here is Washington Oaks State Park. Upon arrival we knew this beach was different. .                Instead of the typical sandy beach, it was covered… read the rest

Today my wonderful friends Winne and Chelsea came over. We made holiday wreaths out of scrap fabric. Don’t I have such cute friends?                   1. Take wire hanger and shape it into a circle. Use tape to smooth over the sharp edges.           … read the rest

As of last week we owe Bank of America ZERO dollars! We finally paid off the credit card I’ve had since college. It feels amazing! Although we have a combined income household we still need to be budget conscious. Here are a few tips that have helped us save money in different areas of your… read the rest

November 10 2011 The surf was overhead with bigger sets coming in. It was a scary paddle out. The whitewater from the broken waves was at least 6 ft high and escaping it power was impossible. With every incoming wave came a minute hold down and a violent thrashing. I was scared. I felt out… read the rest

I’m currently taking the course “Make Yourself a Money Magnet.” You can find it on dailyom.com. It is taught by the wonderful “Better Living Expert” Ellen Whitehurst. I would highly recommend this course. It changes the wiring of your brain about money and things you deserve. On Day 4, Ellen asks you to jot down your feelings on… read the rest

You have to admit. Sometimes we humans slip up and do things half a**. (Its hard for me to write out the word a** on the internet because I would die if my dad saw it.)   Sometimes we miss a spot when we’re shaving because we’re in a hurry. Other times the half a**… read the rest