If there’s one thing that being in quarantine has taught us, it’s how to get creative the resourceful way! Whether you’re on day one or day ten of social isolation, staying at home is not something that many of us are used to, so we tend to get…well, a little imaginative with our entertainment! So… Continue reading 10 Ways to Get Creative with Household Items
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Memories Last Longer than Chocolate and Roses
Valentine’s Day is no longer that holiday reserved for those in relationships, determined to one-up other couples with material things and displays of love and affection on social media. Gone are the days of the cliché “I love you” teddy bears with a single red rose and box of chocolate samplers because you have no… Continue reading Memories Last Longer than Chocolate and Roses
Flavors of Fall
As the temperatures drop, we’re always looking for new ways to warm up. If you’re not out with us, treat yourself to a night in with a cup of spiced wine and bowl of butternut squash soup. These recipes are great as-is, but also leave lots of room for you to add things in and… Continue reading Flavors of Fall
What is a Zen Garden Anyway?
We know that pretty things, like art, make us smile, relieve stress, and decrease pain. So why not surround ourselves with it in the places where we most often experience stress? Further, what if that art was interactive? introducing: the zen garden. A little context, please? Originating in China before being popularized by Japanese culture,… Continue reading What is a Zen Garden Anyway?
Turning a Disability into an Ability
At Yaymaker, we believe that art and creativity should be accessible to all people regardless of ability level. For those living with conditions that make it difficult to partake in certain types of activities, words like “limitation” and “disability” can feel more like a challenge than something that holds them back. Today, we’d like to… Continue reading Turning a Disability into an Ability
A Mermaid at Heart
Do you feel the call of the ocean beckoning you as if it were your home? Do you feel more at home in the water than you do on land? Maybe you’re a mermaid living in a human body. And for those of us who feel this way, this blog post might just give you… Continue reading A Mermaid at Heart
Up for an Adventure
It’s vacation season – when the warmth of the summer sun reminds us that we should be outside enjoying it! But most importantly, we need to escape the boredom of our daily routines, to step out of our comfort zones, try something new, and explore the world around us and ourselves. In fact, studies show… Continue reading Up for an Adventure
Be in the Moment around a Campfire
There’s nothing quite like the warm glow of a campfire as the heat of a summer day begins to subside, giving way to the cool of the night. When we stop to think about the importance of fire and just how difficult it is to start one, we can truly appreciate the ease with which… Continue reading Be in the Moment around a Campfire
10 Reasons Guys Actually Love Paint Nite
So someone told you Paint Nite is just for girls—we’re guessing they’ve never been to an event. Because whether you go with your girlfriend/wife or decide to do something different with the guys, you will have fun. Not so sure? Here are ten manly motivators to pique your interest. 1. You’ll get to scope out… Continue reading 10 Reasons Guys Actually Love Paint Nite
Playing Hooky for a Quick Summer Getaway
The sun is shining, it’s that perfect temperature and your morning commute has never felt so unappealing. Days like this weren’t meant to be wasted in front of a computer. They were made for fun! So you decide that playing summertime hooky is a better alternative. You Deserve a Break! At Yaymaker, we call this… Continue reading Playing Hooky for a Quick Summer Getaway
