A and I just got back from our first ever trip to Aruba, we had a great time and wish we did not have to return to the cold and snow. I have a few pictures to share with you. We stayed at the Radisson Beach Resort, for 5 nights. A and I played golf, rode ATVs, enjoyed the beach and took a Catamaran snorkeling (really A was the only one who went snorkeling, I was just along for the boat ride, big fear of fish).

This pic was taken during a stop on an ATV tour that we took. We were on top of a giant rock.

Everyday we sat under these grass huts called Palapas.

Our room at the Radisson had a Caribbean/Asian/Relaxing design. We'll be redoing our master bedroom and were inspired by the laid back style of our hotel room.

The room had these amazing floor to ceiling Asian inspirated screens that opened up to a balcony. When closed they still let in light but, allowed for privacy.

All in all, it was a great trip and we can not wait till the next time that we can get back to Aruba.

Now that it is a new year, A and I will be starting up the home improvement projects again. We started our living room/dining room in the fall and then took a break during the holidays, we are ready to get started. Below is an idea of the design for the rooms, these are not the exact items that we will be using but they are very close. I'll be sharing our progress as it happens.

Living Room by design4less on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
Chloe Side Table | Pottery Barn, mahogany, $199
Nanti Collection Iron Oxide 14" Wide Ceiling Light | LampsPlus.com, $160
Deco Coffee Table | Overstock.com, $140
Green Table Lamp. 20"H (14"Wx7"Dx9"H shade), $90
Oli - Sunburst Mirror, 80 GBP

EHow.com is a great resource for saving money when repairing, decoring or renovating your home.

Here are a few articles that I think could really help you save money. I have also written some articles, that you may find helpful. You can also make some money writing articles and spread your knowledge with the world.

Home Repair

• How To Repair a Running Toilet
• How to Cut Cost of Your Monthly Electric Bill 
• How to Re-Caulk a Shower 
• How to Remove Wallpaper 
• How to Refinish a Hardwood Floor 

Home Decor

• How to Find Cheap Wall Art for Home Decor 
• How to Decorate the Powder Room on a Budget 
• How to Stain a Red Oak Floor 
• How to Remodel Your Bedroom Cheaply 
• How to Understand Thread Count in Cotton Bedding 

Some of My Articles

• How to Refinish Kitchen Cabinets Yourself 
• How to Measure and Install a Wooden Screen Door 
• How to Measure and Install Window Blinds 
• How to Paint a Closet 
• How to Install Wall Shelving 

Hopefully you'll be able to get some answers to your home improvement questions.

I've been thinking alot about what my goals should be for the new year and I have finally come up with a few goals that I think will work for me.

Personal

1. Workout more
2. Read 100 books
3. Have more fun!

Blog

1. Reach 200 followers
2. Make at least $1 a day
3. Try to post at least 3 times a week (if not more)

Other

1. Continue with Grad School
2. Travel more
3. etc...

I hope that I will reach these goals, while entertaining and inspiring all my readers.