The Upsides of an RV Lifestyle

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Toni Marie

Going on RV Adventures can mean different things to different people – it can refer to road-tripping, camping, tailgating or going on extended vacations.  Basically, RVing has always been something that people did for fun but today, more and more individuals are already doing it in full swing and embracing the “RV Living.”

In America, more than 9 million households own a Recreational Vehicle (RV) and around 1 Million RVers are now doing RVing full time. It has never been as popular as it is now, with reports showing a 64% increase of RV ownership since the 1980’s.

For today’s blog post, let’s focus on RV Lifestyle – what it is and how it compares with living in a traditional home. Continue reading →

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How You Can Benefit from Owning Less

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Toni Marie

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We all have a tendency to buy and collect things we don’t actually need, ending up with a pile of unnecessary items and material possessions – which can be sources of stress and anxiety.  Yes, a life of excess and abundance doesn’t just clutter your space, but your mind too.

That’s why more and more people adapt the Minimalist living.  Contrary to what other people see it, Minimalism isn’t restricting oneself from buying stuff or just owning a specific number of items.  It’s a mindset of owning just the things you really need and value most and to achieve that, a minimalist thinks before buying anything and gets rid of items that won’t add quality to his or her life. Continue reading →

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Must-Have Gadgets for the Best BBQ Party this Summer

Posted on June 21, 2017 by Toni Marie

Summer and grilling are pretty much synonymous, don’t you think?

Make the most out of the few months of warm weather and sunny skies and start planning for a series of barbecue parties

If you’re looking to expand your grilling gear and kick your BBQ up a notch, here’s a roundup of the best gadgets and accessories to help you achieve the Grill Master or King of the Grill title this year. Continue reading →

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5 Low Impact Summer Activities for Older Adults

Posted on June 18, 2017 by Toni Marie

An active lifestyle is essential for every individual across all ages.  Yes, older adults will benefit a lot from being physically active and the lack thereof can cause your health to decline not just physically but also mentally and emotionally.

However, the summer months can sometimes make it hard for aging adults to do physical activities, thanks to warm temperatures that may cause dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.  At the same time, you wouldn’t want to just stay indoors in front of your TV all summer long, would you?  Continue reading →

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The Best Trips to Take Right After Retirement

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Toni Marie

Traveling provides numerous benefits to your physical, mental and emotional well-being.  It’s such a rewarding and enriching experience that you shouldn’t pass up on.  So as soon as you hit your retirement years, take advantage of all the free time that you now have and reward yourself with vacation and travels.

They say that you should travel while you’re young but I don’t think there’s an age limit for this.  As long as you are physically (and financially) fit to travel, go and explore the world because there’s so much to see. Continue reading →

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