In recent years gaming has undergone a transformation. It used to be a very niche hobby but now it has hit the mainstream in a huge way. Millions of people enjoy this leisurely activity worldwide on a daily basis. Far from being just another form of entertainment, gaming has several benefits, which can enhance various aspects of your life. From cognitive improvements to … [Read more...] about Benefits Of Gaming: How Gaming Can Enhance Your Life
Lifeguard Safety Tips For Beaches And Water Parks
I have read a couple books lately where main characters drowned. I also grew up having friends, yes, that is friends, with an s, die of drowning. So, with everyone's safety in mind, I felt we all could use a refresher course with some lifeguard safety tips. I wanted to post these tips, directly from lifeguards, today in hopes that you might practice extra precautions this … [Read more...] about Lifeguard Safety Tips For Beaches And Water Parks
My Name Is Not Susan
My name is not Susan. I go by my middle name, which is, of course, not Susan. It's Dawn, in case you are new to my blog. My first name is also not Susan. I just always think of this song when someone still calls me by my first name. I mean, I am pushing 50 and have gone by Dawn since I was 12. That's a long time to still be calling someone something they don't want to be … [Read more...] about My Name Is Not Susan
Alabama’s Beaches: 7 Ways To Enjoy Gulf Shores & Orange Beach This Summer
There are tons of ways to enjoy Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. For example, a few years ago, I had the pleasure of exploring Alabama's Beaches while attending Hangout Festival. I stayed in a super sweet RV from Gulf Shores Travel Trailer Rentals at the lovely Pandion Ridge Luxury RV Resort. The RV was delivered and fully set up on our arrival and my friends and I didn't have to … [Read more...] about Alabama’s Beaches: 7 Ways To Enjoy Gulf Shores & Orange Beach This Summer
Close Encounters Of The Flamingo Kind
From the camels to the zebras and the stingrays to the flamingos, all of the animals seem to be loving on Kenny. For the past few years, we have purchased the yearly membership to Greensboro Science Center, so we have become quite accustomed to the animals there. Some of our favorites include the penguins, otters, meerkats, flamingos and Kenny in particular loves the cat … [Read more...] about Close Encounters Of The Flamingo Kind
Donna Everhart Book Signing + April Reading Log
It's amazing all of the cool things that are going on around you if you choose to look. In my Facebook perusing a few weeks ago, I found a Donna Everhart book signing, hosted by Pig City Books. I had Everhart's book, "Saints of Swallow Hill" in my TBR pile for quite some time but, for whatever reason, I hadn't gotten around to reading it yet. I purchased two more of her books … [Read more...] about Donna Everhart Book Signing + April Reading Log
Enjoying All The Picklyness Of The 2024 NC Pickle Festival
The NC Pickle Festival is an annual event that celebrates all things pickly. Taking place in Mount Olive, NC, where, you guessed it, Mount Olive Pickle Company resides. I have never been to this festival before but, as a pickle lover, I felt it was where I needed to be. Though Kenny is not a pickle lover, he still agreed to accompany me and smell and admire pickles all day. I … [Read more...] about Enjoying All The Picklyness Of The 2024 NC Pickle Festival
World Wildlife Day Story Time: The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A Zebra
In honor of World Wildlife Day, we are going to chat about stripey horses, aka zebras. I am going to tell you a funny story about how Kenny almost got eaten by a zebra, then I will share some fun zebra facts with you. Finally, we are going to learn some ways we can help this "near threated" to "endangered" species thrive yet again. The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A … [Read more...] about World Wildlife Day Story Time: The One Where Kenny Almost Got Eaten By A Zebra
15 Places To Donate Your Hair
Getting a haircut soon? If your hair is long enough and fits certain criteria, you should really consider donating it. Be sure to let your stylist know that you want to donate your hair before they start cutting as many hair donation facilities require a certain length of hair in order to accept your donation. Most organizations require hair to be washed and dried, placed in a … [Read more...] about 15 Places To Donate Your Hair
Sevierville’s Newest Attraction: SkyLand Ranch + 4 Great Nearby Restaurants
SkyLand Ranch is a new, in progress, attraction in Sevierville. By "in progress" I mean that they recently opened, with several parts of the attraction ready now for you to enjoy, and construction going on with plans for many more exciting additions in the future. Right now they have a small petting zoo, a chairlift, mountain coaster, store, restaurant and snack shop. We also … [Read more...] about Sevierville’s Newest Attraction: SkyLand Ranch + 4 Great Nearby Restaurants
