Getting my husband to plan a date is not an easy thing. In fact, I would just rather plan it most of the time to make sure we have a fun date night. He is a very busy man and does so much to support our family and planning a really fun date THIS great takes a lot of time. So I asked him straight up if he would be willing to plan one and he said yes!...
This love of the #throwback gained ground a few years ago and it looks like we’re now seeing the height of this trend renaissance. To illustrate, never has there been a time when iconic haircuts, such as the undercut and shag, were as popular as when they first arrived on the scene. So this is for the dudes out there who can never get enough of a good thing—and by that we mean a hairstyle that stands the test of time!...
What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew We love that The Dating Divas can be a source to help strengthen marriage, but we love being able to use YOU (our dear readers!) to help us strengthen our marriages too! As we read through all the survey responses, it was clear that there were some very specific points you wanted to share with your husbands! We narrowed it down to the top 10 things that a wife wants from her husband and included your specific thoughts!...
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. In this round-up we’ve collected the TOP 7 categories of picnic ideas: We seriously thought of everything needed for all of your future picnic ideas! 5 At-Home Picnic Ideas Don’t want to leave the couch, no problem, we’ve still got plenty of indoor picnic ideas for you!!! 27 Outdoor Picnic Ideas Staying inside can be a little stuffy, so let’s take your picnic date ideas outside for the perfect picnic for two!...
So go ahead and get scrollin’ for some ideas that are not only tasty, but truly “out of the (lunch)box!” To make browsing easier, we’ve divided these awesome, kid-approved lunch ideas into six categories… 10 Quick and Easy School Lunch Ideas 20 Sandwich Free Kids School Lunch Ideas 10 Healthy and Easy School Lunch Ideas 30 Fun and Creative School Lunch Ideas 20 After School Snack Ideas 11 Lunchbox Hacks...
Get the Look: Beach Wedding Hair Ideas for Your Big Day 1. Side Braid Back in the day, braids were probably one of the least expected beach wedding hairstyles, and this is why you should go for it! We have a soft side for vintage and modern hairstyle mixed together. To create the beehive, tease hair at the crown then gather ends together to create a braid. Opt for any kind of braid you fancy....
Pillow Talk Questions Nighttime is the perfect time to reconnect with your spouse. The house is quiet and the kiddos are in bed. Put that phone down… (I’m talking to myself here) and engage your spouse in some seriously flirty conversation. Good pillow talk questions can make you both feel connected again. What do I ask? How do I start? Don’t you worry! We’ve done all of the work for you....
That said, we’ve got a slew of hair color inspo for you to try this year, from straight-up scary to cute and wholesome. Scroll down and pick your poison with some of our favorite Halloween hair color ideas: 1. Spooky For the traditionalists who love going with the classics on Halloween, a theatrical hair color such as powdered gray or salt and pepper is key. All you Brides of Frankenstein, Victorian-era ghosts, and zombettes out there can achieve this super-legit look with some temporary spray-on white hair color, and a lot of backcombing....
2. Try a Self-Compassion Break with Kristin Neff and Chris Germer As much as the good moments are a part of life, so too are the difficult ones—and self-compassion can allow us to soften our approach to difficult events and emotions. While this may seem obvious, it’s so easy to forget. This guided practice from Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer can be a pleasant reminder to apply the three core components of self-compassion—mindfulness, common humanity, and kindness—when life gets rough....
Sometimes one person’s experience with a certain look may not be the same experience for you. If you want to go against the norm or try out a new look, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite standout styles that can work really well for bangs on round face shapes. Read on: The Best Bangs for Round Faces We’re Loving Now Looking for a new style with fringe that compliments your round face shape?...
4 Must-See Museums in NYC These museums are sure to give you a once-in-a-lifetime experience no matter which one you decide to visit. All of these museum options contain amazingly famous pieces and artifacts! Even if you are typically not a museum-goer, we know you will still enjoy these incredible places. The Modern Museum of Art – The MoMa houses one of the world’s largest and best collections of art. Some of the most famous pieces that can be seen here include The Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh, The Persistence of Memory by Salvador Dali, and works by Monet, Picasso, and Matisse....
The four most common strategies that most people rely on when they feel threatened are to: Dismantling these kneejerk reactions is a courageous process that requires both self-awareness and self-disclosure, but the results are transformational, Taylor says. The key is to focus on your own experience, without blaming or criticizing your partner. Ask Yourself: What’s Getting Triggered? In other words: Be mindful and investigate your own strong reactions to see what old trauma or wound might be getting triggered before you lash out or withdraw....
Hair Highlight Colors to Rock 1. Chunky Platinum Highlights There will always be a place for chunky, platinum hair highlights in our book. These blonder than blonde highlight colors are perfect for every skin tone because you can keep platinum very neutral toned. But, the downside is, to get a platinum color on dark hair you’ll have some damage from the bleach. It’s an unfortunate reality of lifting a dark color to basically colorless....
What many people don’t know about stacked hairstyles, is that they work on short hair of all lengths and textures, giving off a look that’s super wearable and chic. Sounds awesome, right?! So, whether you’re craving a more manageable mane, or just want to browse some #hairspo before your next salon visit, read on to check out our collection of stacked hairstyles for pixies, bobs, and more that we are loving right now....
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about them, click here. Below we have links to all the film suggestions and a description (thank you IMDb.com!) for the following categories: Classic Christmas Movies Here are just a few of our favorite Christmas movie classics! A Christmas Story – In the 1940s, a young boy named Ralphie attempts to convince his parents, his teacher, and Santa that a Red Ryder B....
We have found 50 fun, completely DIY, and insanely easy Christmas crafts that we are sure your entire family will love. What are you waiting for? Gather ’round the table and start crafting! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. 12 Christmas Crafts for Kids From cute Christmas countdowns to homemade playdough, we’ve got your kiddos covered this holiday season! DIY Snowman Christmas Countdown (Inspiration Made Simple): Isn’t this snow-dorable?...
In this round up of tooth fairy ideas, we’ve gathered a fun variety of ideas that can become new traditions in your home! From printable report cards to Tooth Fairy footprints on the window sill, to Tooth Fairy notes, Tooth Fairy gifts, and last minute Tooth Fairy ideas, there are PLENTY of ideas that will fit your family’s idea of celebrating. Tooth Fairy Notes Storage Devices for the Tooth Fairy Tooth Fairy Ideas and Traditions Ways to Give Money from the Tooth Fairy...
The Mindful Kitchen: Outer v. Inner Hunger Cues Establishing a mindful eating practice and moving away from the diet mentality is life affirming. However, cultivating such a practice in our fast-paced society can be quite challenging. It requires an intentional shift from using external guidance about what, when, and how much to eat (e.g. diets, provided portion sizes, dress size, the bathroom scale, the size of your plate) to internal guidance (e....
A collective effort to help each other lower our political anxiety is important for reasons that reach well beyond the day of the election. When people feel anxious they move into a reactive mode. Anxious people tend to be less flexible and less open to new experiences and points of view. They’re more likely to oversimplify what’s upsetting them and view life through a binary lens. In an election year that means voters will grab on to narrow, inflexible beliefs around issues and candidates as if they were life rafts: She’s smart but he’s not; he’s authentic but she’s inauthentic; they’ll run this country into the ground but we’ll build it up....
7 Anti-Frizz Sprays Say goodbye to frizz once and for all and invest in an anti-frizz spray for every stage of your styling routine: 1. The Good Stuff Frizz Control Oil The Good Stuff Frizz Control Oil is ideal for all hair types and can technically be used at any stage of the hairstyling process. This lightweight non-greasy formula will diminish frizz and add a glossy shine without weighing your hair down....
