Brian

  • Halloween Crafts: DIY 2×4 Giant Pumpkin

    Halloween Crafts: DIY 2×4 Giant Pumpkin

    Every year at Halloween my wife gives me a hard time because, despite the fact that I’m not a huge Halloween fan, it’s consistently the only holiday that I do any decorating without her. It started the first year of our marriage when I hung paper bats all over our walls and its grown every…

  • 10 Remarkable Graduation Gifts for the World Traveler

    10 Remarkable Graduation Gifts for the World Traveler

    Many college graduates celebrate by taking a trip to some far off land for a little exploring and lots of fun.If you’re grad is one of these people I’ve put together the following list of excellent gift ideas to get them started on their journey.

  • 3 Simple Tips to Help Introverts Make Friends in College

    3 Simple Tips to Help Introverts Make Friends in College

    I was mortified the summer before I headed to college when I realized I wasn’t going to be able to share a dorm with one of my high school friends. He and I had been friends since we were about 4 years old. On the introvert/extrovert spectrum, we were basically opposites. I was a serious…

  • How to Make a Candy Cane Lei

    How to Make a Candy Cane Lei

    The holiday season really isn’t complete without at least a few candy canes. We have them adorning our Christmas Tree every year. Most of them don’t make it past the holiday. 

  • 10 Helpful Books for College Grads

    10 Helpful Books for College Grads

    Books are one of my favorite gifts. Of course, I also love receiving them. :)A friend of mine recently asked if I had any good recommendations for a graduation gift and well, a couldn’t help but suggest a book.I decided to put together a list of some of my favorite books for graduating college students.…

  • How to Make a Werthers Candy Lei

    How to Make a Werthers Candy Lei

    Werthers are one of my favorite candies so needless to say a Werthers candy lei is a must. I also think these leis look awesome with their gold packaging. If you are looking to make a candy lei with money attached this is an excellent option.

  • Best High School Graduation Gifts for Him

    Best High School Graduation Gifts for Him

    They made it!After all the last minute homework assignments, late night cramming, and sneaking out they’ve finally reached the end.While some may still have some growing up to do, high school graduation is considered by many the official transition into adulthood.

  • How to Make a Starburst Candy Lei

    How to Make a Starburst Candy Lei

    Starburst are absolutely delicious. Definitely among my top 5 favorite candies. One thing I love about Starburst Lei’s is that you can mix up the pattern to make it your own.

  • The Best Gifts for Pilots: 15 Awesome Ideas

    The Best Gifts for Pilots: 15 Awesome Ideas

    Finding gifts for pilots can be a challenging task. I should know, my wife is a pilot. And I’m never quite sure what to get her. The question I always face is, do I get her something she could use for her plane or something that celebrates her love for all things aviation? So today I…

  • The Best College Cookbooks Every Student Needs

    The Best College Cookbooks Every Student Needs

    If you’re a college student living away from home, then you probably have a hectic daily routine. Aside from doing numerous assignments and attending endless lectures, most college students are also working part-time jobs. That is why it’s easy to understand why most students prefer to eat junk food or a quick meal in the…