Carie’s Lists: The Best Books I Read in 2016

Happy New Year! I’m thrilled to welcome 2017 into our lives. Overall, 2016 was EXHAUSTING, but I did read some good books. My goal this year was to read at least 50 books and no more than 75. (Read this post to find out why my reading goal had a cap.) I achieved my goal, readingContinue reading “Carie’s Lists: The Best Books I Read in 2016”

Book Giveaway Winners!

Happy New Year! It’s time to reveal the winners of my December book giveaway! Thank you to everyone who commented on my blog and Facebook page this past month. I’ve enjoyed connecting with you. It’s time for the big moment. My dog let me borrow his hat for the drawing. (Thanks, Uno!) All the contestantsContinue reading “Book Giveaway Winners!”

7 Tips for Taking the Stress Out of New Year’s Resolutions

To Resolve or Not to Resolve, That is the Question  It’s that time of year again, the time of looking ahead, writing lists, setting goals, making resolutions. At least for some people. For others, the mere mention of the R word brings them stress. If you’re one of those reluctant resolvers, jaded from past experiences,Continue reading “7 Tips for Taking the Stress Out of New Year’s Resolutions”