Any man could become a father. But not every father could be a dad. Here are 7 things that nurturing and loving awesome dads do.   #1 Treats people with respect He shows kindness, generosity and dignity not only to his friends and family, but to anyone life encounters him with. He would not lose his temper and makes his family feel save and sound. #2 Teaches his kids virtues He is loyal and honest in his relationships and shows his kids how to establish relations are based on trust, respect and tolerance. #3 Makes his family a priority There is no argument, life situation or temptation that is more…

Do you guys like Valentine’s Day? I feel like it puts a lot of pressure on people. However, I like celebrating love and life and always take any excuse to be festive. So here I am searching for nice ideas for Valentine’s Day gifts for him that I decided to share with you. It is suprising how romatic my husband is becoming the older he gets. He keeps every card I’ve ever given him, brings me flowers home just because, and surprises me with the things that I truly wished for when I least expect! We have been together long enough to learn that love shall be celebrated daily, without…

Somebody once said that “luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury.” What makes you feel comfortable in your crazy, dynamic and adventurous lives, folks? My list is straight to the point.   #1 BEAUTY SLEEP I lost it!. It all started when I was a college girl and when I was better off hanging out with my friends, exercising regularly, studying hard for exams. The equation was simple – visits to the dreamland were limited. Years later, my first child was born. Without giving me the choice, she took my nights, and with them the last hope of uninterrupted 8 hour beauty sleep. Despite the heavy eyelids and…

Men are rarely good at talking about their emotions, but could be quite good at expressing them through actions. This is the quality that I cherish so much – words that elegantly translate into actions. I love being surrounded by such men. I love it even more when such kind of a man gives me his heart – unconditionally, truly, madly, deeply. Here are 7 tips that would help you recognize HIM – the one, truly loving you man.   #1  Supports you uncoditionally. When a man truly loves you, he adores everything related to you – every little wrinkle born of the smiles shared together; every extra gram on…

We have been living in Scotland for so many years and I yet have not told you about the Scottish New Year – Hogmanay. Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festival has become one of the largest New Year’s celebrations in the world taking place on the streets of Edinburgh with the Castle of Edinburgh as a background. It is a 3 day festival full of events that include a torchlight procession, live music concerts, family events, a massive street party, traditional dancing, fireworks, and a cold dip in the sea!    Torchlight Procession /30 Dec/ The interesting thing about Hogmanay is that it officially starts on the night before the New Year’s Eve with…

For the last few days I have been tormented by a growing wisdom tooth. How come it decided to pop up exactly on New Year’s Eve? 2020 obviously will be the beginning of many new adventures. And since a new wisdom is emerging in me  (may the fourth wisdom tooth miss me), I decided to pose you a serious question. Did you do your end of year reflection? 🙂 🙂 🙂 I know – it is debatable shall we do it or not. Some completely deny its usefulness. Others are waiting for the end of the year to make it. I’m somewhere in the middle. I try to reflect on…

#1 “Don’t be a woman that needs a man, be a woman that a man needs.”     #2 “A woman wears her tears like jewelry.”     #3 “If a man whistles at you, don’t respond.  You’re a lady, not a dog.”     #4 “Cinderella didn’t need to take off her dress to get her Prince Charming, and neither do you.”     #5 “Don’t waste your tears on someone who doesn’t deserve to see your smile.”     #6 “You are allowed to scream, you are allowed to cry, but do not GIVE UP.”     #7 “You are stronger than you seem, braver than you believe…