Let’s Hit the Road! HOW TO LIGHTEN THE LOAD IN YOUR SUITCASE
May 27 is National Road Trip Day! Traveling to newplaces is always fun, but deciding what to pack can be difficult. Some of us are over-packers, while others are under-packers. Both instances can be stressful, but with these tips, you’ll be packing like a pro and ready to hit the road. Create a packing list. Write down everything you need for your trip. You can add your toiletries, hair and skin products, clothes, shoes, electronics, and anything else you think you may need. Bymaking a list, you will be able to see everything you need, and if there are
save room in your suitcase. Oftentimes, you can find yourself leaving with more items than you brought. By planning your outfits, you’ll save room for any souvenirs you bring back. Invest in packing cubes. If you still find yourself with an overflowing suitcase, you may want to try packing cubes. You can get a pack of different size cubes for all of your items. You can pack your clothes in one cube, and it will save you room in your suitcase. It will also make it easier to rearrange things because all of your clothes will be in one compact bag. Another great thing about these cubes is that
some things you can go without. Then, while you’re packing, you can check off each itemyou packed to ensure that you won’t forget anything. Plan your outfits in advance. Check the weather where you’re going, and lay out what you want to wear each day. This will help you not under-pack or over-pack. You will need to consider how long you will be gone, what activities you will be doing, and if you’ll need to bring extra clothes in case something gets messy or torn. It’s best to pack things you can mix and match to
you can reduce the risk of any liquids spilling on your clothes. Since there are cubes for clothes and toiletries, you won’t have to worry about any stains or liquids ruining your clothes. Taking a road trip is always exciting, but packing isn’t. With these tips, you will be packing like a pro in no time. By using these suggestions, you can spend more time looking forward to your adventures, rather than worrying about what to bring. Safe travels!
Mother’s Day Brunch Rainbow Frittata
Impress Mom with this delicious breakfast recipe!
Ingredients
Directions
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Nonstick cooking spray 1/4 cup sweet potato, diced 1/4 cup yellow pepper, diced 1/4 cup broccoli, chopped
1. Preheat oven to 350 F and coat a cast-iron skillet with nonstick cooking spray. 2. In the skillet, cook sweet potatoes, yellow pepper, and broccoli over medium heat until soft. 3. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. 4. Pour egg mixture into skillet with vegetables. Don’t stir but instead use a spatula to lift the edges of the egg mixture until it is evenly distributed. 5. Transfer mixture to oven. Bake for 5 minutes or until the dish sets. 6. Top with avocado and tomatoes. Drizzle Sriracha on top (if desired).
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8 eggs
Basil, thyme, salt, and pepper, to taste 1/2 avocado, pitted, peeled, and thinly sliced Cherry tomatoes, halved Sriracha hot sauce (optional)
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