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summer

• by Alicia on Monday, February 6th, 2012  |  No Comments

  Planning vacations in February for the summer may seem odd, but you can find the deals now, get the time off, use your air mileage before the flights use them all, and keep your eyes open for sales!

  Tags: Alicia, organize travel, summer
  

• Organize Your Very Own Staycation Sensation!

  by Sarah on Monday, August 8th, 2011  |  No Comments

  
  Have you taken a vacation yet this summer? If you haven't, it's not too late! Even if you don't have a dime to spend on a "proper" vacation, you can still get some much needed "R&R" with a staycation. The trick is all in the organization and planning. Today, Sarah & Alicia are talking about how ... [read more]

  Tags: Sarah, Eric V. Orange, Jen O’Neal, Local Wine Events, organize a staycation, stay at home vacation, staycation, Staycation ideas, summer, Summer Activities, summer vacation, Tripping, Valerie Deneen
  

• by Alicia on Thursday, June 30th, 2011  |  No Comments

  Summer is a great time for light easy meals – instead of turning on the oven and heating up your home, try light salads, sandwiches and grill!

  Tags: Alicia, dinner, meal organizing, summer
  

• by Alicia on Friday, June 24th, 2011  |  No Comments

  When you let your pets out in the summer heat, remember to put a bowl or two of water out as well.

  Tags: Alicia, pet organization, summer
  

• by Alicia on Tuesday, June 21st, 2011  |  No Comments

  Test your air conditioning unit to make sure it is working and will cool your home. Nothing is worse than finding a problem on the hottest day of the year!

  Tags: Alicia, home organization, summer
  

• by Alicia on Friday, June 17th, 2011  |  No Comments

  The summer is almost upon you! If you haven’t already sat down with your family to discuss what you will do – vacation, outings, camps or classes for the kids – do so NOW!

  Tags: Alicia, kids, summer
  

• Cool Find: Finding the Best Sunscreen Guide

  by Hollie on Wednesday, July 28th, 2010  |  No Comments

  Did you know, if not applied correctly, your 30 SPF sunscreen can protect more like a 2? Ouch! Check this sunscreen guide to find out how your sunscreen stacks up.

  Tags: Hollie, kids, summer, sun safety