Most of the time, these amazing hashtags pop up on social media that are thought provoking & very often awareness-raising. But then other times, they're just friggin' funny. One such hashtag is: #ThingsVillainsDoForFun. I followed the hashtag on Twitter & here are some of the humorous/most villainous ones I caught...

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When you hear the term "violinist" or think of the violin, who/what do you picture? Amazing music is amazing music & always worth sharing!

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It's Endangered Species Day & it's only fitting that attention should be given to the highly endangered Vaquita Porpoise.

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Have you seen Alanis Morisette's updated version of "Ironic"? Come watch it here.....and be entertained & laugh at a bunch of other stuff.

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A very important awareness-raising hashtag has started across social media outlets: #MaybeHeDoesntHitYou. It brings to light a powerful form of abuse without the visual cuts & bruises that alert family, friends & law enforcement authorities. I scrolled through the postings & had some eye-opening realizations about what people go through in these abusive relationships. If you feel that you're in one, please seek help!…

Recently, one of our acquaintances revealed to my husband that he's been in a very unhappy marriage & that he doesn't know how much longer they can continue on the road they are going. This particular couple have been married for 20 years. They raised a daughter & now that she's an adult, they feel like there is this big hole in their union & they don't have much in common anymore. What was amusing to me was that my normally laid-back husband, after talking to this acquaintance,…

In honor of Cinco de Mayo and National Salad Month, here's some simple & delicious Taco Salad recipes I want to share! There's Taco in a Jar, Ramen Taco Salad, and Shrimp and Avocado Taco Salad. Yum!

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I'm a big supporter of small local businesses. As much as we can, my family & I patronize non-franchise restaurants. I have to admit, sometimes it can be difficult because franchise restaurants are often more affordable & the menu is familiar and reliable. Every once in a while, we encounter restaurants that make us just want to root for them, you know? The food is good, cost effective, & most importantly the people/service are friendly and welcoming. One such restaurant that has…

As I'm organizing & coordinating my family's schedule (which I tend to do every Monday morning, beginning of the month, or the end of an activity/goal reached), I'm in awe at how fast this year is progressing. It's May! So, I'm taking a moment to reflect. And always, always live in the moment!

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