When the chill of winter settles in, there’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm, creamy bowl of soup to thaw you from the inside out. This Slow Cooker Creamy Sausage & Tortellini Soup is exactly that cozy comfort we all crave—packed with tender sausage, fresh veggies, and those perfectly pillowy tortellini that…
Author: Kathiey V
Bringing Movies to Life-Let’s Watch Private Benjamin
Bringing A Movie To Life- Private Benjamin I was reading an article the other day on Nancy Meyers’s Movies. I don’t think I have heard of Nancy Meyers, but I thought I would take a look at her work. First off, who is Nancy Meyers? Here is a comment from Wikipedia… “Nancy Meyers is an…
Discover Pinot Grigio: Wine Basics & Perfect Food Pairings
Every day is a good day to talk about wine. So, let’s take a look at Pino Grigio. First off, what exactly is Pinot Grigio? It’s one of the most popular white wines around, known for being light, crisp, and dry with a noticeable high acidity. According to Spruce Eats, it’s America’s second most…
Monthly Motivation-Life is Like a Layer Cake-Tasting Good and The Not So Good Flavors
Some time ago, I read an intriguing novel called The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cakeby Aimee Bender. The story centers on a girl with a unique gift—the ability to taste the emotions and feelings woven into the food others prepare for her. Through flavors of joy, betrayal, fear, and loneliness, she uncovers hidden truths and gets…
Stress Relief: Light a Candle for Calm and Comfort
There are countless ways to nurture ourselves and ease the stress that life brings. One simple and popular method many people turn to is lighting a scented candle. Let’s explore the soothing benefits that come from this calming ritual. Did you know lighting a scented candle can boost your mental health? The gentle aroma helps…
Inspirational Quote-Becoming Who You Really Are.
Inspirational Quote Quotes have a unique power—they can make us pause and think, warm our hearts, lift our spirits, and even guide us…
Journal Prompt-Do You Believe In Ghosts? Have You Ever Had and Other Worldy Experience?
Journal Prompt… The question is, do you believe in ghosts, and have you ever had an otherworldly experience? The answer to that question is maybe and maybe. I remember growing up and hearing other’s experiences and I too wanted to experience something beyond the norm. My dad had a near-death experience that included finding…
Beginning Your Day: The Power of a Morning Routine
Life can throw us some tough curveballs—divorce, major changes, and unexpected challenges that can feel overwhelming and chaotic. Amidst this uncertainty, a simple, consistent morning routine can be a surprisingly powerful tool. While it might seem mundane, having a steady start to your day can bring structure, ease mental clutter, and create a calming sense…
Inspirational Quote by Walt Whitman-Face Toward the Sunshine
Sometimes, it’s something as simple as a quote that can lift our spirits and help us face life in the right direction. I recently came across a beautiful line by Walt Whitman: “Keep your face always toward the sunshine—and shadows will fall behind you.” These words truly resonate with me. To me, this means focusing…
Feeling Stressed? Find Calm in the Flowers
I’ve always loved flowers and often find myself wandering through garden centers and parks, camera in hand, capturing their beauty. Being surrounded by vibrant blooms and lush greenery is incredibly calming and offers me a peaceful escape from life’s stresses. There’s something truly restorative about immersing yourself in a flower garden that helps ease the…