Favorite Things 4/7

This book from my son was one of the best gifts I’ve ever received.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE My son Aaron is an exceptional gift giver, and our shared love of reading means we often give books to one another....

Sep 23, 20222 min read

‘Creep it real’ at Frames Etc where Halloween and fall have exploded with festive fun.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s out with the old and in with the new at the Vanden Berge casa. For us (as in me), the beginning of September...

Aug 30, 20222 min read

I did a month-long experiment with this neck cream. Here are the before and after pics.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE The first time I ever heard of “Let’s Neck,” a cream made by Womaness, was on a humorous video I saw from The Ellen...

Aug 22, 20222 min read

Cheerful Heart is ready for fall and you are going to love these scented fire starters.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I had planned to stop into Cheerful Heart in Stephenville for just a minute. I was running dangerously low on my...

Aug 19, 20221 min read

Say goodbye to frown lines: Pure Image now offering a product that some say is better than Botox.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you like to sport a wrinkle-free forehead like I do, you probably have Botox maintenance scheduled every few...

Jul 14, 20221 min read

Spice up your life with this locally-made salsa from First Earth Farm in Bluff Dale.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Husband and I were browsing through PinaTaylotta Petals in Bluff Dale not long ago and came across some hot...

Jun 28, 20221 min read

Optavia: One year later. I bet you are wondering if I’ve gained any of the weight back.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s been one year since I began my journey with Optavia. I started the weight loss plan on June 22, 2021 – just as...

Jun 21, 20222 min read

If floating in a body of water is your thing, I have a new raft you need to meet.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s hot out there, you guys, and the only way to stay cool is by taking up residence in a swimming pool. And if...

Jun 17, 20221 min read

The scent of Vacation: All the things you love about summer are inside this little bottle.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I wasn’t looking for new perfume. In fact, The Husband had just bought me a bottle of Tom Ford for my birthday when...

Jun 16, 20222 min read

Your next summer read: I finished this book in 12 hours and I’m still crying.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve always told my kids that I don’t worry as much about the big life decisions they will face like where to go to...

Jun 15, 20221 min read

Summer travel: Push the reset button at this beautiful Mexican resort.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE The day after I turned 52, The Husband and I boarded a plane to Mexico with two of our best friends. That was last...

Jun 2, 20222 min read

Say farewell to uneven skin tone and blemishes with this little white tube of magic. (Thanks Jamie!)

By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of the best things about having my own blog is the friendships I have developed with other like-minded women....

May 30, 20222 min read

Get your face summer-ready with a relaxing HydraFacial at Pure Image.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE My quest for glowing skin and a healthy complexion continued last week with my first HydraFacial at Pure Image - and...

May 24, 20221 min read

Need an afternoon pick-me-up? Tap into your inner barista with this coffee concentrate.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m an early riser. And by “early” I mean I’m wide awake and sipping coffee by 5 a.m. every morning (and that...

May 19, 20221 min read

Want a brighter complexion and healthy looking skin? Try these products by Ursa Major. I’m obsessed.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I turn 52 next week. Fifty. Two. That’s a pretty big number, and over the past five decades, I’ve put my skin...

May 17, 20222 min read

After two years, my bedroom, bathroom remodel is finally complete thanks to these local businesses.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I dislike home projects. And when I say “dislike,” I really mean that I hate ‘em. My OCD and need for tidiness never...

May 3, 20223 min read

Frames Etc ‘now serving’ these cute platters for your summer entertaining.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE My friend Christi likes to entertain. And when I say ‘entertain’ I mean she loves to get together with friends for...

Apr 24, 20221 min read

Buzz kill: If flies are ruining your patio time, head to Dowell Hardware for a can (or 3) of this.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE There are several things I can’t live without during the summer: Coppertone 50, Dior lip maximizer, Sunday Beach...

Mar 29, 20221 min read

If you’re a history buff or foodie, a trip to Boston should be on your bucket list.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE We are a family who likes to travel. And when I say “we,” I mean The Husband, our three kids - D.J., Aaron and...

Feb 28, 20223 min read

This DIY under eye mask will reduce dark circles, fine lines and nourish dry skin.

By ALEXIS ROCHESTER This is one of our most popular posts in our skincare topics because it is easy to make, works well and nourishes the...

Feb 24, 20222 min read

Thai crispy rice salad is full of fresh herbs, vegetables and big flavors.

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Beloved SISD administrator recovers from massive heart attack and heart failure diagnosis.

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Alexa and Alexie landed at the shelter after their owner passed away; these sweet Lab mixes would love a new home.

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Tarleton State’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine one step closer to becoming reality with passage of HB 125.

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Beneath the Book Club, let’s talk. What did you think of The Wife Before? I give it a 6.

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Tarleton State University elevates campus security, student safety with new mobile app.

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Thai crispy rice salad is full of fresh herbs, vegetables and big flavors.

Sara Vanden Berge

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Beloved SISD administrator recovers from massive heart attack and heart failure diagnosis.

Sara Vanden Berge

18 hours ago2 min read

Alexa and Alexie landed at the shelter after their owner passed away; these sweet Lab mixes would love a new home.

Sara Vanden Berge

19 hours ago2 min read

Tarleton State’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine one step closer to becoming reality with passage of HB 125.

Sara Vanden Berge

1 day ago1 min read

Beneath the Book Club, let’s talk. What did you think of The Wife Before? I give it a 6.

Sara Vanden Berge

2 days ago2 min read

Tarleton State University elevates campus security, student safety with new mobile app.

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BENEATH THE SURFACE

NEWS

This book from my son was one of the best gifts I’ve ever received.

‘Creep it real’ at Frames Etc where Halloween and fall have exploded with festive fun.

I did a month-long experiment with this neck cream. Here are the before and after pics.

Cheerful Heart is ready for fall and you are going to love these scented fire starters.

Say goodbye to frown lines: Pure Image now offering a product that some say is better than Botox.

Spice up your life with this locally-made salsa from First Earth Farm in Bluff Dale.

Optavia: One year later. I bet you are wondering if I’ve gained any of the weight back.

If floating in a body of water is your thing, I have a new raft you need to meet.

The scent of Vacation: All the things you love about summer are inside this little bottle.

Your next summer read: I finished this book in 12 hours and I’m still crying.

Summer travel: Push the reset button at this beautiful Mexican resort.

Say farewell to uneven skin tone and blemishes with this little white tube of magic. (Thanks Jamie!)

Get your face summer-ready with a relaxing HydraFacial at Pure Image.

Need an afternoon pick-me-up? Tap into your inner barista with this coffee concentrate.

Want a brighter complexion and healthy looking skin? Try these products by Ursa Major. I’m obsessed.

After two years, my bedroom, bathroom remodel is finally complete thanks to these local businesses.

Frames Etc ‘now serving’ these cute platters for your summer entertaining.

Buzz kill: If flies are ruining your patio time, head to Dowell Hardware for a can (or 3) of this.

If you’re a history buff or foodie, a trip to Boston should be on your bucket list.

This DIY under eye mask will reduce dark circles, fine lines and nourish dry skin.

Thai crispy rice salad is full of fresh herbs, vegetables and big flavors.

Beloved SISD administrator recovers from massive heart attack and heart failure diagnosis.

Alexa and Alexie landed at the shelter after their owner passed away; these sweet Lab mixes would love a new home.

Tarleton State’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine one step closer to becoming reality with passage of HB 125.

Beneath the Book Club, let’s talk. What did you think of The Wife Before? I give it a 6.

Tarleton State University elevates campus security, student safety with new mobile app.

Thai crispy rice salad is full of fresh herbs, vegetables and big flavors.

Beloved SISD administrator recovers from massive heart attack and heart failure diagnosis.

Alexa and Alexie landed at the shelter after their owner passed away; these sweet Lab mixes would love a new home.

Tarleton State’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine one step closer to becoming reality with passage of HB 125.

Beneath the Book Club, let’s talk. What did you think of The Wife Before? I give it a 6.

Tarleton State University elevates campus security, student safety with new mobile app.