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Christmas Decorating Our Small Apartment

Christmas decorating can be fun, but for some it is a daunting task.  “Do we have enough Christmas decor?” asked my husband one morning.  We decided to spend the holidays at our Hong Kong apartment,...

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DIY Advent Calendar for Kids

We made an easy DIY advent calendar and the kids love it!  I like to get my children excited for holidays and this is a great way to bring in Christmas cheer.  It was pretty simple and they can’t wait...

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A Glimpse Into the Life of A Floral Designer

I stumbled upon the Instagram profile of Sera, a talented florist with great taste and aesthetic.  I only look into profiles that I am attracted to so I was pleased to see that she and I live in the...

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DIY Christmas Stencil Project For Kids

I thought of a very easy DIY Christmas stencil project to do with my kids.  On December 1, they excitedly opened their Advent calendar task and it read “make a Christmas craft”.   I initially thought...

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DIY Ikea Lamp Paint Hack

If you have stuff around the house that you no longer like, consider doing a paint hack.  It can instantly turn your objects from boring to new.  We bought this Ikea floor lamp in a dull grey color and...

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Christmas Dinner Menu Ideas

I’ve been thinking about Christmas meals and what to serve to our guests.  “Eight days more until Christmas!” exclaimed my 6-year-old this morning.  That was enough to get my finger tips to tap the...

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New Year Goals, Reflections and Strategies

I let out a sigh of relief as I welcomed the New Year because I was so glad 2016 was over, then I made some goals and a strategy.  It left a bitter taste in my mouth, that of fear, transition, illness...

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12 Weeks To A New You, Week 1

Hi everyone, as the year unfolds I thought I’d start it filled with inspiration geared towards a new you!  Maybe your year is starting out slow just like mine.  I am still on vacation mode, enjoying...

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Winter Outfits and Essentials

Dressing to look chic and polished this winter is easy when you have the basic outfit essentials.  If you still own knitted Christmas sweaters and marshmallow jackets please be kind to yourself and...

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How To Deep Clean An Apartment After A Long Holiday Out

Today was a day of  deep cleaning and unpacking after a long holiday away from our apartment.  I really didn’t know where to begin so I quickly planned things in my head and took a mental note of the...

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12 Weeks To A New You, The Daily Plan Week 2

Hello everyone!  How is January so far?  This month has had a slow start for me but that does not change my desire to be better this year!  I’m determined to be more productive, invite positive...

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How To Get Better Skin This 2017

Taking care of your skin is so important and we often underestimate the importance of anti- aging in skin.  I’ve been guilty, I’ve succumbed to laziness and while I do not skip cleaning my face every...

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12 Weeks To A New You, Focus on Your Health

Hello everyone!  For the third week of this 12 week challenge, I am going to zero in on something very important that we often neglect.. Our health!  I realized the importance of this when I would...

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How To Use Greenery, Pantone’s Color of the Year 2017

When I first saw Greenery, the official color of the year declared by Pantone, I couldn’t help but cringe.  It doesn’t look instantly attractive.  It reminded me of the old carpet in my doctor’s...

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12 Weeks To A New You, Surround Yourself with Positivity

Hi everyone, it’s been a long week and yes, allow me to yell “It’s the weekend”!!!  This week my son started school for the first time after 3 years of homeschooling.  How I cherished those moments and...

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How to Use Modular Furniture and Storage for Small Spaces

As urban development and apartment living is continuously booming in busy countries, there is a big need for functional furniture suitable for small spaces.  As I began decorating our Hong Kong...

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