In 1991 when I was pregnant with my first child I read the book “What to Expect When You Are Expecting”, cover to cover, multiple times. I wore that book OUT! I am an information seeker an
April 3, 2022
Next Chapter Best Chapter Road Trip: Day 30 – What I wish 18-year-old Susie knew
I’ve been “on the road” in my Next Chapter Best, Chapter road trip for 30 days! For those of you who are new to this blog, I am a recently divorced empty-nester and on March 5, 2022, I loaded up my ca
March 24, 2022
20 Days In: What I wish 13-year-old Susie knew
I can’t believe I am 20 days into my Next Chapter Best Chapter road trip. For those of you new to this blog, I am a recently divorced empty-nester and on March 5, 2022, I loaded up my car and my dog a
March 18, 2022
Happy Birthday to me!
Today is day 14 of my 4-month Next Chapter Best Chapter road trip and it’s also my 56th birthday! Last night, I arrived in La Jolla, CA, where I will spend the next 16 days visiting my daughter. I’ll
March 14, 2022
Road Trip Must Haves
Ten days into my road trip and I want to share some products that have already made a difference in my travels! I have organizational and travel items, safety items, and a few clothing items as well.
March 11, 2022
In the beginning…
Week 1 of my Next Chapter Best Chapter Road Trip is almost complete, and here are some fun statistics: 35 hours in my car2,110 miles driven8 states traveled through (Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Ten
February 3, 2022
Plot Twist
Three years ago, I started this blog in anticipation of becoming an empty nester, knowing I needed to figure out the next calling in my life. For 30 years, my calling had been “Mom”. And I loved that
October 13, 2020
Prime Day Recommendations and Wish List
Please note: I am an Amazon Affiliate and I do receive a small fee when you purchase from the links provided! Click on image to purchase or learn more!Prime Day is here! Today, October 13 and tomorrow
September 1, 2020
COVID Puppy Pros and Cons List
Here we are … over five months into a global pandemic – please raise your hand if you, or someone in your household, have said “Hey, I’m home all the time now, let’s get a new puppy!”. You are not a
August 20, 2020
5 Easy Ways to Cut Waste
I must admit, and I’m ashamed to say, I have never really thought about how much of a wasteful person I am … until recently. When my kids were little, it was all about easy. Paper plates. Plastic cu