**This post about "Hold On, But Don't Hold Still" contains affiliate links. I am compensated for purchases made through these links at no additional cost to you. Thanks for supporting Floradise! I recently came across the title "Hold On, But Don't Hold Still: Hope and Humor from My Seriously Flawed Life" by Kristina Kuzmic on Audible and thought it might be a motivating listen. Kuzmic is a ... Read more
4 Ways That Being Self-Employed Can Be More Secure Than Full-Time Employment
The fear of instability is a major factor that stops people from becoming self-employed. Many people dream of working for themselves but they worry that they will end up in financial trouble. You’re responsible for sourcing your own work and if you can’t find any, you don’t earn any money. When you’re in full-time employment, you often don’t have that worry, so people assume that it’s always more ... Read more
Things to Consider When Buying a New House
Buying a new house is a big investment and can be such a daunting time. Whether it is a new home or your first home, buying one can be different each time, so taking some time to plan is key. Planning when to purchase a new house is crucial and you need to be ticking off the boxes for what you want in your new home to make sure everything goes to plan. If you are buying a new home, whether it is ... Read more
How to Make Your Travels Even More Fun, Memorable
If you are looking to travel more now that many of us are vaccinated, you might be wondering what you can do in order to make sure it is as fun as possible in the future. I'm sharing ways to increase the enjoyment of your future travels and make them more memorable. You might find that these methods are really powerful. Try Out New Destinations If you find yourself repeatedly going to the ... Read more
The Latest Blooms at Chicago Botanic Garden: Spring 2021
My mother recently visited, so we took her to Chicago Botanic Garden on the nicest day of her visit. It was finally sunny and warm, and to our delight the tulips were still blooming. It was the perfect spot for families to celebrate Eid and for grads and even a quinceanera to take their photos in their gowns. I loved to see it. This visit inspired me to finally purchase an annual membership ... Read more
Relaxation Tips to Implement in Your Life
Taking time to relax is something many people struggle with. Relaxing can be a challenge for many reasons; maybe you have a hectic workload, perhaps you are constantly running around after the kids, or it could be a combination of many things. There are many reasons that relaxation can feel impossible for many people, but finding ways to take the opportunity to slow down and start to relax is ... Read more
Keep Kids Safe Online With These Tips
As the kids get older they’ll be exposed to more of the online world. They’ll use it for playing games, keeping up with friends, doing homework, and all manner of other things. Already we have had to use the iPad for a year exclusively for school, which sometimes involved watching videos online, playing math games, and using various learning apps. If your kids have started using it a lot more, ... Read more
Why It’s a Great Time to Start a Business
If you are thinking of turning your skills and talents to the world of business, you are not alone. Many people are doing this every day, and in truth it has never been such a good time to do that. In many ways, having a startup can be a more simple than in the past. But why? I'm sharing some of the major reasons it’s one of the best times to start a business. Funding Is Widely ... Read more
Is A New Car Model On Your Financial Radar? Car-Buying Tips
A new car is something a lot of us dream about. However, is a new car model on your financial radar right now? That’s to say, when you look over your bank account, what do you see? Is there potential for a brand new car in there? It's important to make sure you can get something you afford. Well, the points below may help you work out if that car you’ve got your eye on is really worth it. I am ... Read more
The Best Baby-Related Gifts For All Occasions
When a new life comes into the world, it is traditional to hold a celebration to welcome them, and a big part of that celebration is the giving of gifts. However, over recent years the number of types of celebrations that are thrown has grown. No longer is there just a baby shower or christening to consider, but naming ceremonies, gender reveals, and gifts given directly after the baby is born. ... Read more