Moving? Tips to Stay Sane and Organized (I’m still trying to be both…)

How many times in your life have you had to pack your bags, load the cars and trucks, tape the boxes, and move? Some of us have moved more times than others, but the process is always the same—long and tedious—but the end result is so rewarding. New place, new beginnings!

If you’re moving or are planning to move in the near future, here are some moving tips that I believe may help you, as they did me, on your big day.

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How Do You Hydrate In the Heat? Water Alternatives and Their Benefits

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We are now in a heat wave here in the Northeast. Other parts of the country are experiencing this scorcher as well, and for many it can be dangerous. The best way to protect yourself in a heat wave (besides applying sunscreen) is to hydrate hydrate hydrate!

Are you familiar with the 8×8 rule? It’s a an easy way to remember, on average, how much water you should drink in a day. Experts recommend drinking eight 8-ounce glasses a day, which equals about 2 liters, or half a gallon. However, some people may need to hydrate themselves more than others, depending on their gender, age, weight, urine color (yes, urine color) activity level and the temperature outside. A great way to calculate how much you need to drink is by checking out this awesome hydration calculator. Try it! It’s quite interesting—everyone is different!

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Keeping It Zen: Healthy Balance Between Work and Family Life

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Keeping a healthy balance between work and family life, especially as we transition from the school year into summer, can be a little tough. Let’s be honest! With the kids around more often, sometimes we want to pull our hair out as we try to keep them entertained and work at the same time. I think this is a period of adjustment for all of us—the kids go from a rigid school schedule to a much more relaxed schedule, so this is a challenging transition for sure.

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Safe Sunscreen Is Your Summer and Life Essential

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Sunscreen, sunscreen and more sunscreen. Yes, I am crazy about sunscreen!

For those who know me probably know that I have skin cancer, so wearing sunscreen is a must for me!  All day, every day—no matter if you’re just out running errands, taking a walk outside, heading to the park with your kids, or going to the pool or the beach. Putting on sunscreen is second nature to me and my children—I don’t leave my house without it!

Now you may be saying to yourself, “I am all for sunscreen, but I just hate how it’s sticky and leaves white residue behind. Plus, it doesn’t work well under makeup.” If that’s your concern, then I have just the solution you’re looking for.

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Purifying Charcoal Mask: the One You’ve Been Waiting for

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It’s finally here! The Purifying Charcoal Mask is now available from Beautycounter. It’s the perfect solution to clear out your pores and improve the overall condition of your skin, an all-in-one. Plus, you’ll get that spa-quality facial right at home (in only 10 minutes!), so no need to step out and spend more at your local beauty salon because this magic in a bottle can perform all the same miracles (and a study to prove it). I love this magical mask! Safe for kids too :).

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Keeping It Safe: Sun Protective Clothing and Why It’s Worth It

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Go biking, hiking, running, picnic-ing, swimming, boating, and all the other -ings out there that you love to do. Have fun in the sun but remember to always protect your skin!

Dealing with skin cancer is challenging. I have to take extra precautions to make sure I’m protecting my skin as much as possible since I live at the beach, so I am ALWAYS surrounded by sunshine. That’s why I wear sun protective clothing on top of sunscreen when I know I’ll be out in the sun for a long period of time.  I wish I had done this a long time ago when most of the sun damage was done to my skin.

Clothing is the single most effective form of sun protection for the body, but you shouldn’t rely on just any clothing, because regular clothing only protects you from 1/15 of the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. So if you’re planning on going to the beach for the whole day, taking a long hike, riding your bike for miles, or any other outdoor activity, then opting for sun protective clothing will provide you with the right amount of added protection. And it doesn’t mean you have to look like grandma either ;). There are so many fun brands out there that are chic and modern.

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Why Am I Blogging? The What, The Why and The Everything In Between

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Hi! Thanks for stopping by. Life throws us a lot of curve balls—it’s how you react that matters. From a TV broadcasting career to getting married and having children, to taking a leap of faith and becoming my own boss, there’s a lot I’ve learned along the way. Not only that, but I find myself surrounded by people like you with similar experiences, individuals who are advice-seekers, individuals who are looking to connect and discuss the why, the how, and the everything in between. It was then I realized that my next mission would be to start blogging as a tool to share my knowledge, reveal my creations, help small businesses grow, bring awareness about fitness and health, and so much more. As always, I will be having fun and KEEPIN’ IT REAL! Here are my two biggest goals:

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PiperWai: a Safe and Effective Deodorant for Every Woman

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I love finding beauty products that are safe and effective! One of my favorites is the PiperWai Natural Deodorant. Two rockstar women invented this natural deodorant, killed it on the hit TV show Shark Tank, and the rest is history.

While I wait for Beautycounter to release a deodorant (a girl can dream, right?), I had to search for something safe and healthy that stood up to my fitness routines. Since I’m a fitness junkie, I sweat A LOT all the time! After a 50 minute spin class, PiperWai was the only deodorant that didn’t make me stink. I am hooked! Plus, it smells great, a hint of mint and citrus gives it a very spa-fresh scent. Best I’ve ever had, and I have tried many other brands.

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