Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 13
July 24, 2014
1 Sentence to Inspire Greatness
Get the daily thought in your inbox. See more inspiring quotes on our Pinterest board. What’s Hot on RealSimple.com 23 Healthy Recipes With Whole Grains The Best Stain Removers for Your Home 10 Sneaky Beauty Secrets Only the Pros KnowFiled under: Daily Thought
July 23, 2014
When You’re Feeling Down, Remember This
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July 22, 2014
80+ Instagram-Worthy Travel Destinations
Our friends at PopSugar.com have pulled together 83 unreal places you thought only existed in your imagination. They say, “We’re not kidding you — these travel destinations actually exist and aren’t a figment of your imagination. Be prepared to have your mind blown as you browse through these amazing photos.” To see the full list, click here. More on RealSimple.com: […]
1 Small Reminder to Boost Your Happiness
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July 21, 2014
The Difference Between Men and Women, a.k.a. The “Lice Epidemic”
The scene: home office in my house The characters: me, my husband Time: last night, 9:45 p.m. Husband is lying on floor of home office, “stretching his back,” which I think is 80% watching TV and 20% actual stretching. An hour earlier we returned from taking our 16-year-old middle son back to the camp where he is working as a […]
The Top Jobs for Work-Life Balance Are…
What do a social media manager, a firefighter, and a law clerk have in common? Turns out, they might be some of the very best jobs for a healthy work-life balance. While a positive attitude always helps in achieving happiness at work, Glassdoor.com measured the work-life balance ratings that were shared on their site between July 2013 and July 2014. […]
It’s Easy to Be Patient When…
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July 18, 2014
We Totally Want “Weird Al” To Be Our Handyman
It’s been a good week for Weird Al Yankovic. The Grammy winner has released a music video a day from his new (and 14th) album Mandatory Fun – from the grammar nerd’s delight, “Word Crimes” (to the tune of “Blurred Lines”) to the catchy “Tacky” (finally, an antidote to the “Happy” earworm… how you get “Tacky” out of your head, no one knows). But […]
1 Quote to Help You Appreciate Your Surroundings
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July 17, 2014
10 Insanely Gorgeous Lakeside Retreats
Ready for some lake fun? Our colleagues at Sunset.com have pulled together the top 10 lake vacations on the West Coast. They say, “Grab your swimsuit! Here are the most irresistibly enjoyable, summer-fun-filled lakes in the West.” From Christina Lake in British Columbia to Oregon’s Crater Lake, this top 10 list will please even the most avid travelers. To see […]
