Gilroy Gardens is the home of the Circus Trees We enjoy Gilroy Gardens not only for the fun rides, but for the beautiful setting. My husband is disabled, so unable to go on most rides when we visit a theme park with our kids. Zipping around in an electric scooter at most theme parks while waiting for others while they go on ride after ride is not … [Read more...]
Easy Way to Be a Greener Homeowner
How can I save money and live greener? As a homeowner I’m not only constantly looking for ways to lower my bills, but I love when there are green options available for my home so I can do my part in caring for our environment. I would love to have a living roof, such as the one found at the California Academy of Sciences San Francisco, and … [Read more...]
Custom Pet Portraits Your Pet a Work of Art
Now offering custom pet portrait drawings from your photograph by your favorite artist, L.E. Mastilock. A one of a kind gift that will be treasured for a lifetime You'll get an 8x10 professional pen and ink portrait from your photo of your cat, dog, or any animal. Pet portraits make a great keepsake or memorial of a beloved … [Read more...]
Cooking as a Family Leads to Innovative Kids
The challenge every parent faces each year: keeping kids engaged and learning during summer break. As a home school mom, I face this challenge year round as I don't have anyone making lesson plans or planning activities for me. If you ask my kids their favorite way to learn any subject it's through hands on, creative projects, especially when … [Read more...]
New Author in Cat Rescue Anthology Book
'Rescued' book released today I'm a published author! I actually saw my name, L. E. Mastilock, listed as an author on Amazon! I'm an author! I want to scream it from the rooftop and jump up and down for joy all day! I have yet to receive my physical copy, can hardly wait to hold that in my hand, but I have a digital … [Read more...]
Keeping New Year Resolutions
It's a new year! This is Monkey on the first day of the year. Can you tell he made it to midnight New Year's Eve? Not surprising, he's made it for the last few years, as has Boo. My kids are night owls like me. If there's anything to stay up for, there's no relaxing or falling asleep easily. Do you make resolutions for the start of a … [Read more...]
How to have #FinancialPeace Save and Get Out of Debt on a Small Budget
Tired of living paycheck to paycheck? I am! I don't splurge much, but it is so hard to save. When I have a little extra I feel my family deserves a treat, such as dinner out or buying items we definitely need, but could live a little longer without. With my small paycheck, I didn't think I could afford to put anything in savings while trying … [Read more...]
A Visit to My Dream Life
Notice the boy up there swinging through the trees? Just got home from two weeks in the beautiful redwoods of Aptos, CA. I house sat for a friend and it was heavenly! We were up in the mountains above the fog and the kids could run and play all day while I worked on making some cloth dolls and crochet for the Etsy shop. I really … [Read more...]
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