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Sending wedding thank you cards is a thoughtful and customary way to express your gratitude to your guests for attending your wedding and for any gifts they may have given you. Thank you cards show appreciation for the time, effort, and support your guests have put into your special day. Here are a few reasons why sending wedding photo thank you cards is important. Etiquette Sending thank you cards is considered good etiquette in the realm of weddings. It is a traditional and expected gesture of appreciation, and your guests will likely appreciate receiving a heartfelt note from you. Get organized Keep track of the gifts you receive and the corresponding guests so that you can easily reference them when writing your thank you cards. Create a system or spreadsheet to record who gave what and when, ensuring accuracy and preventing any oversights. Be timely Aim to send your thank you cards as soon as possible. While three months is a common timeframe, it...

The New Year is a time for new beginnings. You can use it as an opportunity to make changes and start your year off on the right foot. Here are seven ways that you can get out of your way this coming year.  Photo by cottonbro from Pexels Stop Comparing Yourself To Others It's easy to get caught up in what everyone else is doing and feel like you need to keep up. But comparing yourself to others will only make you feel bad about yourself. So focus on your journey, and don't worry about what anyone else is doing. Comparison breeds insecurity and envy. So be content to be you, and don't worry about trying to fit in. Start fresh this year by not comparing yourself to anyone else. You are unique! And if people can learn something from how you live your life, that's great. But don't try to be someone you're not - just be yourself and let the chips fall where they may. Accept What You Cannot Change You can't change everything about yoursel...

*Sponsored So you love food. But you’d also love to lose some of that excess weight. Could it ever be possible to achieve? Admittedly, it can be a tough mission. But with a clear goal, strong will and determination, and these simple, but effective tips, you can be on your way to finally achieve your long-desired goal.  Photo by Daria Shevtsova from Pexels Learn Substitution No, this does not involve a math equation, at least not so much. Substitution simply means replacing the usual food items or ingredients you use with something healthier or less in caloric content.  For example, if you love ice cream, you don’t have to take it out of your diet completely. All you need to do is make sure to get one that has fewer calories/carbs/sugar or whatever metric you’re looking at. If you like fruits, go for the fresh ones instead of the dried version. Dried fruits are heavier in calorie content and do not leave you as full as fresh ones do. As for bread, y...

From sporting events on the weekend to subway trains in the city to casual walks in the park, there are plenty of occasions where it’s not at all uncommon to see cute couples dressed up in matching outfits, even right down to matching underwear for couples . If you’ve ever wondered why so many couples choose to match their looks sometimes, you might be surprised to learn that this fun practice can actually have several emotional benefits that could be a boon to a relationship. Whether you’re considering implementing this practice in your own relationship or you’re simply seeking to understand more about why others do it, there are several common reasons for this adorable and lighthearted practice. It Can Make Serious Life Events a Little More Fun One type of matching outfit you might have seen before is matching T-shirts, which are sometimes custom-made to have a unique message emblazoned on the front. Many couples opt for T-shirts like this when they have a big announcement to make...

Parents know that there’s rarely any downtime and that it’s not unusual to feel rushed off your feet! When you lead such a busy lifestyle, it’s more important than ever to take care of your health and establish a workable self-care routine. The best thing to do is to set yourself a few simple self-care goals. For some great inspiration, check out these. 1. Start Practicing Yoga We all know that exercise is such an important part of any self-care regime . It’s the best way to improve your mental and physical health. If you’re looking to add variety to your workout, yoga is an amazing choice. Yoga isn’t just about improving your physical health; it’s about calming your mind, learning breathing techniques, and practicing mindfulness. The best thing about yoga is that you don’t need lots of time to practice. Apps like Glo and Daily Yoga offer short ten-minute video sessions, so you can still practice on your super busy days. Photo by Elly Fairytale from Pexels 2. G...

Being an adult is hard . One day it seems like you wake up with a ton of responsibilities, and you're thrown into adult life. Your old life of what you now know to be minimal worries is gone. Instead, you're an adult with perhaps a car to run, a home to live in, a little family of your own. The list of things that you might have acquired along the way will only keep on growing. With all these new additions and all the different ways that life can change, it might be time to get serious about money. We wanted to talk about this because we know how easy it is to not be serious about money. We also know how common it is for adults to be in debt due to the pressures of life. If you know you're not as financially stable as you could be, or perhaps you think you should start thinking about where you can put the money you have, this is the article for you. Keep on reading to see what we think you should be doing.  The Pains Of Managing Money Managing money definitely isn'...

According to some of the latest statistics , there are around 175 million Americans living in the suburbs. While living in the city, often in revitalized downtown areas, was highly popular among Millennials who had few family responsibilities a decade ago, many are now choosing the suburban life instead, with the suburbs making a resurgence in the last few years. No matter what your age, if you're trying to decide whether to buy one of the Newark houses for sale , or search for a place in the suburbs, like Scarsdale, Larchmont and Munsey Park, for example, knowing the advantages you can enjoy by living the suburbs might just help you make that decision. [caption id="attachment_25077" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Image by A Bell from Pixabay[/caption] It's More Affordable Living in the city is more expensive than living in the suburbs. The average home in San Francisco sells for nearly $1.5 million, but just 30 miles away in the suburb of...

Becoming infamous on social media is the dream of many, where what you wear and how you live is considered your profession, as brands pay you to review and blog their clothes, makeup, experiences, and even hotels. Becoming a fashion and lifestyle influencer is, though, not an easy task. There are many already out there, who were considered the first and so have made a name for themselves, and others who are trying to break into the market. Although it is no simple feat, it is, however, not impossible. Here’s how to become a fashion and lifestyle influencer. Find your niche, but be different You do not want to fall into the trope of being too similar to the content already out there. While the social media environment is quite saturated, there is still the chance to be different. Popular niches are grunge fashion bloggers, kawaii fashion bloggers, and even those who do tutorials on over-the-top makeup trends. However, to be diverse and stand-out from the rest, you may need to combine...

Being creative is important because it can be a great outlet and a healthy way to express emotions. Although important, many people struggle to be creative and this could be for various reasons. They may be too busy with work or parenting, they may not have found a good creative outlet yet, or they do not know how to get started. Whether you are a budding artist looking to create or a newbie looking for a way to be creative, there are a few different ways that you can pursue your creative talents at home, and you may find that these can have a hugely positive impact on your life. Decorate Your home is somewhere that needs to reflect your personality, so it is very much a creative process and one which you can always work on. Get your creative juices flowing by dedicating time to decorating a room or even the entire house. Think about design layout, color schemes, furniture, and decorative item, for example. It can be incredibly rewarding to see your creation come together and it wil...

Collateral Benefits Whether you’re having a chic country wedding , or you’re just renewing your vows, you’re going to want to make the event memorable, and you’re going to want to avoid overspending if possible. Of course, at special events, it’s generally not a bad idea to go “over-the-top”. But it is possible to have your cake and eat it, too! All you’ve got to do is apply a little strategy to the event. How many guests will there be, what kind of accommodations will or won’t be involved, where and when will the event take place, and what kind of vendors will you involve? Will you have a bar, catering, dessert buffets, dancing, photographers, DJs, bands, or comedians? Will the event be recorded? Even if you’re just renewing vows, it’s a wise idea to book such vendors as far out in advance as you can. And this doesn’t just include event vendors, either. Consider other vendors, like those who’ll be providing makeup services, or dresses. For bridesmaid dresses and bridesmaid gow...

With Friday coming to an end, the weekend has arrived. With the arrival of the weekend, consider some activities you can do with family or friends. For instance, the weekend is a good time to de-stress and practice self-care. Treat yourself to a spa day. Moreover, engaging in fun activities can challenge your mind. Last but not least, consider the season for optimal weekend activities. This article goes over everything in more detail. Pamper yourself After a long week, you deserve to treat yourself . This is essential for happiness and does not have to be expensive. First and foremost, practice meditation. Meditation can be done from the comfort of your home and does not require excessive splurging. There is a limitless amount of YouTube tutorials that will teach you to do meditate and relax your mind. It’s a matter of putting aside the time to do it. On the other hand, splurging on you is also good for self-care ever so often. Go to a spa, get a makeover, buy yourself something spe...

So... the strollers. Well if you are a parent then you have probably used at least one stroller or pram or buggy or travel system in your life :D In my last week's pregnancy update post I mentioned then I bought Hartan Topline S for my little Junior #2. In my today's post, I decided to share with you a little roundup of the strollers we used with little mr.R. The very first stroller we bought was Gesslein F6. Buying stroller 6 years ago was actually kind of a headache because nor I or my dear husband had any previous experience with strollers and so I didn't really know what I want. I did read reviews and searched forums, but that didn't really help much. So we just ended up visiting almost every store in Tallinn that sold prams to hopefully stumble on THE one. At one store I actually found the one that I liked - I think it was some sort of Teutonia - I liked its design and features and I think that Teutonia actually finally made me realise what I really wanted. An...

Soooo those who have lately read my posts have maybe noticed that little mr.R will become a big brother at the end of June. I haven't written a post dedicated to my pregnancy, yet, so here comes a little roundup my first 22 weeks :) Our baby (currently called Junior #2 because we haven't figured out yet what his name should be :D ) is a planned baby. I know many want to have their kids close in age so they can grow up together (and hopefully play together more), however, I wanted to have baby #2 once little mr.R is independent enough for his age. We actually planned to have a baby year ago, but unfortunately, that pregnancy ended with a miscarriage at around 9 weeks. :( I did debate wether to write about that here, on my blog, but since it hurt so bad back then, then I just decided not to mention it. When it comes to current pregnancy then it has been great so far. I'm one of those lucky people who doesn't know what morning sickness is. :D However, unfortunately, I...

I haven't done chit-chat posts for ages and so here's a small roundup of 2017 and my New Year's resolutions and plans. Well, let's start this post with a little roundup of 2017 and year of the Rooster. Although, the year of the Rooster hasn't ended, yet, then I just can't wait for it to be over. The year 2017 wasn't very lucky one for me. In January 2017 I had a miscarriage and that kind of set the tone for my whole year. I thought about writing a blog post about that... I even started it several times, but just hit delete after a paragraph or two ... Some great projects ended unexpectedly and I was and still kind of am a bit sad about that. Especially one project that just ended without any explanation and when I hadn't heard from them and emailed and asked about it then I got a reply that oh sorry we forgot to email you about the budget cut and that the project ended :( The last week wasn't the best either because I received some bad news that o...

I love shopping! There were times when I preferred going to the stores, however, after becoming a mom, online shopping seems like an easy way out. With the help of super fast internet providers and plans, like windstream internet , I can continue what I love doing, in the comfort of my own home. Although there are some downsides to online shopping, like not being able to touch, see, try on the item, then, in my opinion, there's still a plenty of positive sides. Why I prefer online shopping? I can do it whenever or wherever. In the middle of the night or while sunbathing at the beach? No problem! I like that I can spend hours and hours on the website and browse the selection of the products. Add them to the cart and then change my mind and easily remove them from my shopping cart. Better deals! Seriously! I have always gotten better deals while shopping online. Plus there are often sales or extra discounts. I can easily compare prices. Just yesterday I was looking f...

* Sponsored Although I haven't travelled the world, then at least once a year we try to have at least a one-week holiday abroad. Last summer we went to Crete and in the fall we actually had a 3-week trip to the US. We started from New York, visited Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Washington DC and then drove to Miami Beach. I absolutely loved that trip and I hope I can visit the US again soon! There are many travel tips and everyone has their favourite ones and today I decided to share with you some of my favourite travel tips. Be Flexible and Stay Positive Sometimes things just won't go as planned. Flights might get cancelled or delayed and there's really not much you can do about that. Just be patient and don't get stressed out. Choose the Best Means of Travelling There are different ways to get from one place to another. Some people love to travel by train, some prefer the bus, and for some, the only way to travel is by plane. Commercial...