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I've been attending the Utah Scottish Festival and Highland Games for as many years as I can remember. I raised my two sons in these Scottish traditions, year after year. So when the organizers from the Utah Scottish Association asked me if I wanted to talk about the games on my blog, I said absolutely YES.

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The Utah Scottish Festival and Highland Games – Ticket Giveaway

I’ve been attending the Utah Scottish Festival and Highland Games for as many years as I can remember. I raised my two sons in these Scottish traditions, year after year. So when the organizers from the Utah Scottish Association asked me if I wanted to talk about the games on my blog, I said absolutely […] Read more…

May 27, 2018 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 6 Comments

Cell phone addiction is a real thing. Just drive around and watch tons of people using them ON THE FREEWAY. If the adults can't manage it, how can a kid?

Help Your Teen Avoid Cell Phone Addiction

Cell phone addiction is a real thing, and I can prove it to you! Just take a ride on any freeway. Within 10 minutes you’ll find 3 to 5 people using their cell phones while driving ON THE FREEWAY. Yesterday, I spotted a motorcyclist in the fast lane, driving with one hand, while messing with his […] Read more…

May 8, 2018 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

The question is do you need cruise insurance for your ridiculously expensive trip? Yes, YOU DO. Definitely.

Do You NEED Cruise Insurance? Yes, you do!

The question is, do you need cruise insurance when you go on a cruise? The answer is YES, you definitely do! At least that’s my two cents worth. Especially considering that many cruise insurance policies are less than $100/person, it definitely seems like a smart move. I LOVE cruises and fortunately, we’ve never been injured […] Read more…

April 27, 2018 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

Decluttering, organizing, and cleaning are all linked topics. Cleaning is useless without the decluttering/organizing steps. Scrubbed clutter still looks messy!

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Cleaning Tips to Make Life Easier and Great Smelling

I blog a lot about decluttering and organizing, but not much about actual cleaning. To be honest, it’s not my strongest suit, but I’m getting there with a little help. Decluttering, organizing, and cleaning are all very intricately linked topics. In order to do a proper job on the cleaning, you need to have the […] Read more…

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March 30, 2018 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

I have 7 items you may not have thought of to bring on your next cruise.

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7 Must-Have Items for a Great Cruise Experience

Cruises are such wonderful experiences, but especially if you are new to cruising, it’s often difficult to figure out what you do or don’t need. It’s interesting to figure out the right balance between comfort, style and luggage space! Thankfully, I’ve done the homework for you to determine what the BEST items are to ensure […] Read more…

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February 12, 2018 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 4 Comments

'Tis the season for holiday parties. Here are a dozen fun ideas for some Christmas Tree inspired recipes to enjoy.

12 Christmas Tree Treats for your Holiday Entertaining

Lots of holiday parties are going on right now and if you’re looking for fun Christmas tree recipes, you are in the right place. I’ve put together a round up of some very fun items that you can make for your various holiday celebrations. It’s just a great way to kick up the fun! The […] Read more…

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December 4, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 1 Comment

A round up of easy holiday snowflake designs for your holiday decorating.

Roundup of 20 DIY Holiday Snowflake Designs

‘Tis the season to decorate your home for the holidays. Snowflake designs are one of my favorite holiday decorations. They’re so pretty and festive. Best of all you don’t feel guilty if you leave them up clear into January or February. I put together this round-up of some lovely DIY Snowflake designs. These are […] Read more…

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December 2, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 3 Comments

Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary listens to pitches all the time. He shares how to make yourself more persuasive and get further in life.

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3 Tips to be More Persuasive by Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary

Here are a few more tidbits I picked up from Shark Kevin O’Leary during my recent all-day seminar. 3 Ways to be More Persuasive Hey, you might not ever end up on Shark Tank, but we all have to make pitches to persuade other people all the time. We pitch our ideas to our spouses, […] Read more…

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November 5, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

Get ready for your holiday packages. Get this Duct Max Strength Packaging Tape at Sam's Club. Less than $20 for an 8 pak. #duckmax #ad

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Getting Ready for the Holidays with Duck Max Strength Packaging Tape

I hate to say it, but we are on the countdown to the holidays already. I swear it was JUNE just a minute ago. But, the fact is, the holidays will be here in just a few short weeks. Are you ready for shipping out your holiday packages? I’m trying to plan ahead, so I’m […] Read more…

November 4, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 2 Comments

I've got some cool products that can help you lose weight - quick and easy.

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5 Fabulous Products that Will Make Weight Loss EASIER

If there is anything women spend their time and energy on, it is trying to accomplish weight loss. Me too. Weight loss is always on my mind somewhere. And over the last few years, I’ve found lots of new products that are making me much healthier and fit. Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links […] Read more…

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October 17, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 1 Comment

Mr. Wonderful from Shark Tank was lavish in his praise for his FEMALE entrepreneurs vs. his male ones.

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Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary in Praise of Female Entrepreneurs

I LOVE motivational speakers. I’ll bet I’ve listened to over a thousand hours of amazing speakers and teachers, both in person and in audio or video recordings. So, when I had a chance to attend a seminar this week that featured both Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary and the amazing Tony Robbins, it took me about […] Read more…

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September 27, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

How to get the Hot promo codes at hot topic with Dealspotr

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How to Find the HOT Promo Codes for Hot Topic

When I do my gift shopping, there is one site that I head to consistently – Hot Topic! I know most parenting bloggers are writing about their adorable babies and cute toddlers, but we passed that stage a LONG time ago. When you’re buying for older teen and adult children, you’ve got to up […] Read more…

September 13, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

I can show you how to save money with Cars.com.

How to Save Money on a Car Purchase with Cars.com

Getting a good deal on a car – either a new car or a used one, can be a long and challenging process. I’ve talked about it a length in a previous post – How to Negotiate a Good Deal on a Car. However, I now have a new resource to help you get the […] Read more…

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August 28, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

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Kitchen Reveal – Painted Oak Cabinets

Sooooo, we’ve been mucking around all summer with a kitchen remodel. We’ve been poking around for like a year looking at painted oak cabinets, but it’s a big change, and an expensive one. But we’ve had these old 70’s style golden oak cabinets in our kitchen for a decade and they weren’t very nice. This […] Read more…

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August 19, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 2 Comments

Becoming a morning person is EASY with these helpful tips.

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6 Secrets to Become a Morning Person and LOVE It

The world seems to be broken into two types of people – the morning person and the night owl. I am decidedly in the night owl camp, but this is the real world. I have a job that requires me to function as somewhat of a morning person – if I want to receive a […] Read more…

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July 31, 2017 by Adrian's Crazy Life | 0 comments

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