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Ten Summer Blooms From English Gardens

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Orange Ruffled Begonia (All Photos By Gail)

If you follow me on Instagram, then you know that I was recently in London enjoying a fabulous ten day vacation. Each day brought a new adventure of museums, galleries, cultural sites, scenic walks, shopping, eating and, of course, people watching. And just about everywhere we went, there were beautiful gardens giving me a reason to pull out my iPhone and immortalize its unique beauty. As summer comes out an end, please enjoy this selection of ten (plus one bonus) favorite random blossoms spotted in various areas of beautiful London!
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Car Service Checklist For Any Long Road Trip

 

Summer may be coming to an end, but it’s still possible to plan a fun road trip! The thing is, preparing to go on a long trip is always stressful, because it’s not just one or two days; it’s an adventure lasting a week or even a month. The most important way to save your peace of mind is to check the condition of your vehicle before you hit the road.
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How To Prepare For A Med Spa Appointment

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A visit to a med spa can be a refreshing and rejuvenating experience, offering a wide range of treatments to help you look and feel your best. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, skin rejuvenation, or body contouring, proper preparation can enhance the effectiveness of your med spa appointment. To ensure you make the most of your visit, here are some essential tips on how to prepare for a med spa appointment:
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Common Challenges Inexperienced Travelers May Encounter During a Trip

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The most thrilling and rewarding life experiences often come from traveling. But for inexperienced travelers, there can also be a lot of unknowns and surprises along the way. Even the most organized people can be caught off guard by unexpected issues.
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Yes, It Exists: Elf on The Shelf Claus Couture Line

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All Images Courtesy of Elf on the Shelf

If you have children at home who still believe in Santa Claus, then you may have an Elf on The Shelf who visits each holiday season and makes your kids feel paranoid. Known as Scout Elves, theses elves are distinguished from the rest of Santa’s Helpers by their distinctive red-and-white suit, white collar and pointy hat.

I don’t have kids myself but I get that, for families with rug rats, The Elf on the Shelf is a fun Christmas tradition, even if the point is to make your kids believe that the elves are spying on them (because of that whole Naughty or Nice List that Santa supposedly keeps). Is that effed up? Maybe a little bit. Then again, what does a happily-childless person like me know?
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