What’s better than a beautiful spring day? Not much. It’s the best time of year to reflect on new beginnings, as the cold of winter melts away and the season’s delicate foliage makes its appearance. I’m a big fan of April for many reasons, namely longer days, blooming flowers and warmer weather perfect for my…
Today, my family and I set out on what ended up being one of the most truly unique adventures we have ever been on. We set out early this morning for destination Myrtle Beach Safari. Now, we have been to countless zoos and drive through safaris… this is not that! After arriving and getting our…
First of all, I would like to give a shout out to my pal Punxsutawney Phil, who was incredibly brave this year and wasn’t scared off by his shadow. You know what that means – an early spring! And I couldn’t be more ready for it. This girl is ready to hit the open roads…
February may be the shortest month of the year, but in the Baker home, there is no shortage of excitement. In addition to Valentine’s Day, which is among my top five favorite holidays, February is also the month my husband, Joel, and daughter, Savvy, were born. There will be a whole lot of celebrating in…
The holiday season is over. Most of you now know just how sad that makes me. When the clock strikes midnight on Dec. 26, it’s time to shift gears. But I’m not going to let that get me down. It’s a new year, and that means a new outlook on life. Who knows what exciting…
The wait is almost over, folks. As anyone who’s been around me since September knows, my ringtone has been set to “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” for quite some time. But now it’s true. It is beginning to look, feel, smell and sound a lot like Christmas! My home has been decked…
We’re entering the holiday season sweet spot. Halloween is behind us, and Thanksgiving and Christmas are on the horizon. What’s not to love about that? Anyone who knows me knows that I go crazy for Christmas. I know it’s only just now November, but guess what? My Christmas tree is already up, and I’m not…
I know it’s only just now October, but in the Baker household, it’s the start of our countdown to the holiday season. There’s really no better time of year! And as we march headlong into the upcoming holiday season, I can’t help but think about all the things I am thankful for. Sitting on my…
It’s said that there are two types of people in the world. And no, this has nothing to do with politics. There are those who absolutely love summer and are in mourning when it comes to an end. And then there are those who wait anxiously for fall, relishing the cool weather and back-to-school routines.…
While August is technically still summer, in the Baker household, it’s the time when much of the summer vacation festivities wind down, and school becomes our main focus. My oldest, Hunter, will be embarking on his second to last year of high school. He’s a junior this year, and I’m both excited to watch as…
