A great love story can be expressed through writings, art and music. All these ways can help express a person’s feelings especially when they can’t. Music is a powerful expression that can tell a love …
The Brass Queen ~ Book Review
When Elizabeth Chatsworth signed up for an online creative writing class 5 years ago, she didn’t know that her 1st assignment would become chapter one of her debut novel, The Brass Queen [CamCat Publishing, January …
How I Survived Being Quarantined to My Bedroom
Last year when everything shutdown was a real wake up call for people around the world but when you get a corona scare yourself, it hits home even more. There are so many people that …
2020 – A Unique & Unforgettable Year
A year that will go down in history and affected people worldwide. A chain reaction of events that sparked fear everywhere. 2020 began just like most years do but by March, it started on a …
Revealing The True 12 Days Of Christmas Meaning
Depending on when, where or how you were brought up, you may or may not know what the true 12 Days of Christmas are. Contrary to modern ideas, the 12 Days are actually celebrated from …
6 Budget-Friendly Ideas for the Bored Solo or Group Hobbyist
Life is more fun with hobbies. But there’s a problem (even for an adventurous hobbyist): however much you love doing something, it tends to get stale after a while. For many people, though, the thought …
Betty’s Homemade Fruit Cake Recipe
Dating back to the Ancient Egyptians and Greeks, fruit cake has become a holiday tradition to make, eat and give as gifts over the years. Some old English traditions included baking a bean inside and …
12 Best Classic Christmas Movies To Watch This Christmas
People love watching the classic Christmas movies and shows because they bring back childhood memories of a time that was much simpler. This is why I wanted to share the 12 best classic Christmas movies …
Easy Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms Appetizer
Have you ever eaten so much during the holidays that, come the first of the year, you have to stuff yourself into your pants? Then you’ll know exactly how these sausage stuffed mushrooms feel. But …
Lizzy Albright & the Attic Window ~ Book Review
Go on a whimsical adventure with author and quilting expert Ricky Tims and entertainer Kat Bowser as they stitch together a fantastic fantasy in their debut middle grade novel, Lizzy Albright & the Attic Window …
The Ultimate Home Gaming Gift Guide For Families
With Christmas around the corner and with people still stuck at home, home entertainment is surely the way to give this year! There’s no better way to have fun with the family than playing games …
10 Easy and Functional Ideas for Styling a Bookshelf
Restyling bookshelves is an easy way to drastically impact your home’s interior design aesthetic and overall atmosphere. Whether it’s rearranging how your books are displayed, adding colorful art, or layering in your favorite objects and …
Hunger of the Pine ~ Book Review
Powerful new novel about youth homelessness from the international speaker, spiritual teacher, bestselling author of inspiring non-fiction books and YouTube sensation, Teal Swan. Hunger of the Pine (Oct. 13, 2020, Watkins Publishing House) is a …
Salmon Baked in Foil with Smoked Cranberry Chutney
Step aside, turkey. We’re celebrating Thanksgiving with our all-time favorite protein —salmon. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you, Ssouthernlifestyle may receive a commission from the pictures and/or links that …
Chaos to Clarity ~ Book Review
Real pain. Real people. Real healing. Real stories of transformation. Be touched and inspired by the heart and soul of our shared humanity. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you, …
CHE’MAR Can Stacker Review For Organizing Your Kitchen
Trying to organize your kitchen or pantry? Then maybe investing in a quality can rack will help. I personally hate having to hunt through mixed cans in the cabinet to see what I do or …
How To Have a Fun Halloween at Home with Kids
Halloween may not look the same for your kids this year but it doesn’t mean you can’t have fun. All you need is some inspiration to have a great Halloween at home this year. Decorate …
Top 11 Cutest Halloween Costumes For Couples On Amazon
Dressing up for Halloween is not just for kids. Have fun with your partner by wearing a matching theme. Listed below are 11 adult costumes that not only displays your Halloween spirit but you’ll be …
The Ultimate Coffee-Buttered Baconated Break”feast” Pancake Recipe
What better way to start your day than with a breakfast that has coffee, bacon, fruit and pancakes! It’s even better when you can combine them to make the ultimate pancake breakfast. This post contains …
Three Paws’ New Family ~ Book Review
Following her delightful children’s book, Three Paws, author Karen Struck is back at it again with her latest release, Three Paw’ New Family [Page Publishing, March 2020]. Through gorgeous illustrations and a fun new cast …
5 Interesting Things You Can Buy on Groupon
Groupon is a great place to get discounts to a variety of services and products both locally and worldwide. Have you ever took the time to look through all the different offers Groupon has? Well …
5 Ways I Celebrated My Birthday 2020 Style
Once you get older birthdays come and go but I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed my birthday this year. There were things that I did to make it more enjoyable and there were …
How My Perspective About Voting And Politics Was Changed
Voting is a privilege that not every person in the world has and it should be treated as an honor. If you don’t vote and are able to, then take this as a sign that …
5 Ways to Light Up Your Life This September
Did you know that September is World Candle Month? If not, you’re not alone but now that you know, it’s time to light up your life and celebrate! This year’s World Candle Month theme is …
Is it taboo to wear white after Labor Day?
Families pass down traditions and beliefs from generation to generation but I would’ve never thought that “not wearing white after Labor Day” would be one that stuck around. After hearing this fashion rule for years, …
How to Warm Up this Fall With a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Pumpkin spice season is almost upon us and what better way to kick it off than with a pumpkin spice recipe to warm you up! PBfit Pumpkin Spice is perfect to mix into baked goods like …
Are You and Yours Self-Isolating? Here Are Some Cost-Effective Ways to Alleviate the Tension
If you’re like countless other American households, you’ve chosen to self-isolate in an effort to keep everyone in your family safe from the coronavirus, even as restrictions have loosened. While this can indeed decrease the …
10 Epic Brands to Crush Your Chocolate Cravings
Have you ever looked at the nutritional value of a chocolate candy bar? If so, then you already know that it’s not that healthy. Even when we know it’s not the best choice, we will …
The Hadley Academy for the Improbably Gifted ~ Book Review
Growing up isn’t always easy and most of us aren’t tasked with saving the world. From bestselling author Conor Grennan comes the adventure-packed and highly entertaining middle grade fantasy debut, The Hadley Academy for the …
6 Ways to Gain to More Social Media Traffic
If you are looking for tips on how to gain more traffic and to network with others then this a good starting place. You can use these six tips to build your social media presence …
How to Play the Social Media Favorites Game with Your Friends
When you are stuck at home, how do you keep yourself connected to the rest of the world in a fun and positive way? You can always play this virtual social media game with your …
Bible Verses To Renew Your Spirit Every Day
Did you know that the word Spirit is included over 500 times throughout the Bible? Sounds like your spirit is pretty important which is why it needs to be renewed on a daily basis. This …
Exploring the Forests of Lithuania
Historically a forest country, Lithuania has much to offer travelers looking for sustainable outdoor adventure. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you and with no purchase necessary, Ssouthernlifestyle may receive …
Big Heart Feels! ~ Book Review
Authors Mike Morrison Ph.D. and Mackenzie Morrison offer another educational and heartfelt message to teach children about empathy with colorful and intriguing illustrations throughout. Big Heart Feels is the third book in the Small Voice …
Sausage and Hashbrown Breakfast Pizza
Looking for a protein packed breakfast that is quick and easy? Try this sausage and hashbrown breakfast pizza recipe. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you and with no purchase …
5 Tips to Help With Keto Cravings
There is no doubt that dieting is hard work but Rome wasn’t built in a day and loosing weight takes even longer. ~Shannon After trying so many different diets, I had finally came to the …
Are You Ready To Reclaim Your Weight? Read On For Budget-Friendly Ideas
Have you been snacking more often since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic? If so, you are not alone. Many of us have taken to watching the news day in and day out, bag of …
6 Creative Social Distancing Ideas from Europe
As Europe is recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic, it leaves a trail of creative social distancing solutions. Covid-19 pandemic in Europe has caused different countries to find creative ways to implement social distancing. Even after …
Performance Under Pressure ~ Book Review
There is a secret that only elite performers know, and it is this: stress is good. Yes, you heard that right. It may be surprising for you to learn that we not only need stress …
Good Luck Charms & Ancient Traditions of Turkey
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Believed to protect people, good luck charms, superstitions and objects are among the oldest values of civilizations. With its thousands of years of history, Anatolia is also home to this …
4 Crafty Ways to Recycle
~Welcome to Plastic Free July~ Follow my blog with Bloglovin It’s Plastic Free July, and with that, people are looking for ways to reuse, repurpose and recycle their plastic bottles and even old toys. This …
3 Hidden Places for Bloggers to Post
If you blog for any kind of business or website, then you probably already post your articles on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and Instagram but do you post to these 3 websites? If not then you …
Virtual Summer Camp Guide for 2020
Many parents have struggled to keep their children occupied during the quarantine but having school work did help. Now that school is out, what options do parents have? Virtual summer camps. This guide has over …
10 Expert Safety Tips for Generators
Generators are critical during severe weather events, when the power can go out, as well as bringing power to remote job sites and in disaster recovery and emergencies. During hurricane season, the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute …
Strawberry Tiramisu Italian Dessert
Who wouldn’t love to sit in the sun at an outdoor café in Italy sipping a chilled glass of wine and eating a delicious Italian dessert? This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional …
10 Best Patriotic Songs in the USA
Summer is officially here and July is just around the corner which means celebrating Independence Day. People will be pulling out the barbecues and fireworks so what can help you get into the vibe for …
6 Lifestyle Changes Due to COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic taught Americans many things. Perhaps the most impactful, however, is that we are more adaptable than we ever thought, and we are willing to accept change. Here are a few of the …
Kid Proof Product Review
We’re all spending a lot more time at home these days which means more messes and if you have kids: more spills. Let’s see how well Kid Proof holds up to it’s name when put …
Grilled Flank Steak with Quinoa Mustard Stuffing
Summer is officially here so it’s time to fire up the grill. What better way to get started this summer than with a new steak recipe that is both tasty and healthy. Let’s get skewer …
How to Use Grilling Pellets Without a Pellet Grill
This barbecue season, elevate the grilling experience with Bear Mountain’s 100% natural hardwood pellets. Don’t have a pellet grill? That’s not a problem! These premium hardwood pellets can create irresistible, wood-fired flavors and aromas on …
The Best Dad T-shirt Guide 2020
Whether you are looking for a great Father’s Day gift, birthday gift or just a T-shirt to express how much your dad means to you, these T-shirts say it all. Remember that you can click …
6 Vacation Escapes to the Great Outdoors
National parks across the country are in the process of reopening, with iconic destinations like the Grand Canyon and Old Faithful already accessible to visitors. Travelers are pivoting away from urban destinations to outdoor locations that …
25 Odd Community Names in South Carolina
While South Carolina may not be a huge state, it does has a lot of history and places to visit within it’s state lines. If you look at a map of South Carolina, you will …
Bound in Flame ~ Book Review
An epic historical adventure meets sweep-you-off-your-feet romantic fantasy set in Hawaii at the turn of the twentieth century, it is with a bolt of inspiration from and deep roots in Hawaii’s wonderfully fascinating history that …
Think Big ~ Book Review
In a society that often seems to encourage us all to look, act, and think the same, it can be difficult for kids to feel like what makes them unique matters. The truth is, the …
Reverse Seared Tri-Tip Grilling Recipe
Tri-tip is a perfect cut of meat to reverse sear and lock in that juicy, smoky flavor with a high-temperature finish. Unlike a brisket that takes hours of smoking to break down, smoked tri-tip is best cooked …
10 Popular Museums You Can Explore from Home
Travel the world and time virtually to view these priceless memories that are stored in these popular museums. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you and with no purchase …
9 Signs You Were Raised by a Southern Momma
If you were raised by a Southern momma then you know the truth behind these signs all too well. Here are the nine signs that you were raised by a Southern momma: This post contains …
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo at Home
Each year Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) is celebrated to remember the Mexican Army victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge …
15 Live Zoo & Aquarium Cams
Bummed out about being stuck at home? Well what better therapy than animals? Since the zoos and aquariums are closed to the public right now, it’s time to bring the animals to you! These live …
The Missing Link ~ Book Review
In his new book, The Missing Link: Your Journey with Peter From Self Power to Holy Spirit Power, author Sam Hunter reaches out to those who feel they are missing something in their quest to …
DIY Diamond Art Kit ~ Wish Granter ~ Product Review
Diamond art kits allow you to sit at home and create your own rhinestone masterpiece so I was excited to see my “Wish Granter” painting when it arrived. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. …
15 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day at Home
Every April 22, people from around the world celebrate Earth Day. This celebration was first started in 1970 to show support for environmental safety due to the oil spill off the coast of Santa Barbara, …
Virtually Tour the New 7 Wonders of the World
“The Seven Wonders of the World or the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is a list of remarkable constructions of classical antiquity given by various authors in guidebooks or poems popular among ancient Hellenic …
Buddha’s Office ~ Book Review
Buddha’s Office: The Ancient Art of Waking Up While Working Well by Dan Zigmond In this follow-up to Buddha’s Diet, ordained Zen monk Dan Zigmond uses the tenets of Buddhism to help readers find fulfillment …
7 Fun Ways to Celebrate Easter at Home
Easter 2020 will look different than the previous years because most people are confined to their homes due to the COVID-19 virus. This doesn’t mean that you can’t celebrate Easter, it just means you have …
12 Family Staycation at Home Ideas
staycation – A vacation spent in one’s home country rather than abroad, or one spent at home and involving day trips to local attractions. ~ Definition by Lexico.com This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. …
Teetering On Disaster ~ Book Review
Award winning author, Michaela Renee, shares her personal memoir in Teetering On Disaster (2019). This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you and with no purchase necessary, Ssouthernlifestyle may receive …
Feng Shui Tips for Your Home Office
Feng Shui is the practice of creating an environment that has a naturally positive flow of energy. According to Wikipedia, it “is a traditional practice originating from ancient China, which claims to use energy forces …
Public Places Germs Are & We Don’t Think About
With the pandemic of the coronavirus, people have been flooding to the stores to buy all the things they think they would need. Food, water, cleaning supplies and toiletries to name a few. It is …
Irish Blessings
This St. Patrick’s Day celebrate the luck of the Irish by sending an Irish blessing to those who mean the most. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you and …
Three Lucky Green Healthy Recipes
Green in color and green for going healthy, these three recipes are quick and easy to make! This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At no additional charge to you and with no purchase necessary, …
30 Most Popular Church Signs
Churches have evolved over the years and are using different tactics to catch people’s attention. They are blending humor with truth to stand out in a new digital world. Here are 30 of the most …
Visiting Gaffney Outlet Marketplace
Located right off of I85 in Gaffney, South Carolina, this striving outlet mall has been around for years and is a favorite for many of the locals. In South Carolina, we usually refer to Gaffney …
5 Things Every Website Should Test on a Regular Basis
No matter what type of business website you have, if one of these 5 functions isn’t working properly, you could be loosing potential customers, visitors and/or email subscribers. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. …
5 Unique Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her
Valentine’ Day is just around the corner and you are looking for the perfect gift to show her how much you love her. Of course you can always buy the usual card, candy, flowers and …
Lessons of Tithing
Growing up in the South and in the Bible belt, you hear people say there is a church on every street corner. Which is somewhat true and as a young adult, I had visited several …
World’s Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2020
Live and Invest Overseas, the leading overseas investment, real estate and travel resource for more than 500,000 people around the world, today announced the 10 best places in the world for you to travel, live better, reinvent your life …
You Can See More From Up Here ~ Book Review
The best kind of fiction, no matter how outlandish, often starts with a kernel of truth. This is especially true of stories that capture family dynamics, because our families are so deeply at the core …
2020 Affirmations
Welcome to a new year, a new decade and a new you! After you set your goals or do a vision board for the year, you should set your intentions. What is the best way …
25 Ways to Give This Holiday Season
“Tis the season to be giving ~ fa la, la, la…”. This time of year so many people get caught up in the buying of gifts, preparing the holiday menus and scheduling all the Christmas …
5 Travel Apps to Help You Stress Less This Holiday Season
Traveling can be stressful especially during the holiday season but it doesn’t have to be. TravelCar.com, the global leader in airport parking and car rental solutions for travelers, has found these 5 apps that can …
2 Unique Wonder Melon™ Holiday Cocktails
The holidays are upon us so treat your guests with a cocktail that is new and refreshing this holiday season: Wonder Melon Mary and Wonder Melon Rita. With the taste of watermelon, what’s not to …
Butternut Squash Quinoa Patties with an Orange Cranberry Sauce
This holiday season try this tasty recipe courtesy of Limoneira and Limoneira’s spokesperson, Megan Roosevelt. This quick and easy recipe will keep you warm this holiday season. This post contains informational and/or affiliate links. At …
Psalms of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is almost here and if you live in the South it’s all about food, family and football. This year instead writing about all the things I’m thankful for, I wanted to give thanks to …
Orange Hazelnut Pumpkin Pie
Thanksgiving is around the corner. It’s all about giving thanks, gathering with friends & family and of course food. Courtesy of Limoneira and Limoneira’s spokesperson, Megan Roosevelt, I get to share with you this quick …
10 Life Principles Taught By Wayne Dyer
Before dying in 2015, motivational speaker Wayne Dyer inspired people through his teachings, videos and books. Live your best life by following the life principles that Wayne taught. Here are 10 of the many life …
Base Camp Denver ~ Book Review
In Base Camp Denver: 101 Hikes in Colorado’s Front Range, expert hiker and international explorer Pete KJ provides hiking enthusiasts at every level with everything they will need to enjoy Denver area’s great rambles. This …
30-Day Writing Challenge 2019
It’s that time of the year to do another 30-day writing challenge. It was so much fun last year that I just had to do it again this year. I love making a personal connections …
Entertaining and Celebrating: An Elegant Feast For Every Season~ Book Review
Author and Chef Kristal Damron created Entertaining and Celebrating: An Elegant Feast for Every Season (May 2019) to make any meal a celebration by bringing together everything a host or hostess needs to create lasting …
Your Light: Children’s Book Review
Who don’t love bunny books? Author Jillian Aversa shares a great bedtime story about a parent bunny putting a baby bunny to bed for the night. With beautiful illustrations by Marina Lezcano, it will a …
Easy Easter Bunny Craft for Kids
It’s getting close to Easter so all the great crafting ideas comes out to celebrate! There are a lot of cute crafts out there but what happens when you have a tight budget and kids …
Service Day: Girl Scout Style
Throughout the year the Girl Scouts have events to give the girls an opportunity to give back to the communities they live in. There are also events that the girls and their families get to …
What are the 7 Chakras?
Chakras are energy focal points that are aligned in the center of the body from the base of the spine to the top of the head. These energy centers channel energy throughout the body to …
Woodshop Treasures
How do you get closer to nature? Bring it inside. This woodworking artist does just that. Handmade items that allows you to bring a piece of nature inside. You can order one of the great …
Gourmet Peanut Butter Balls Recipe
How do you make the classic peanut butter dipped in chocolate recipe even better? I used bNutty gourmet peanut butter to put a new twist on this age old recipe. These are easy to make …
Cherry Yum-Yum….Yummy Recipe
I wanted to start off my southern recipes collection with one that was passed along from my dad to my momma. My momma loved to cook big dinners especially during the holidays but her specialty …