Why: Lauren’s Story

Why do I strive to live a healthy life style? It’s the Army Way As a military spouse, what we do at home reflects on our soldier. If we serve them unhealthy foods full of bad fat and sugar, their performance will suffer greatly. That’s why I love to cook healthy meals...

Spring Into Action Giveaway Winner

And the WINNER of InDependent’s spring giveaway is Bonnie Pritchard. You are an inspiration! Thrive on in your new Asics® Performance Running Shoes courtesy of Deena Kastor, U.S. Olympian. To help us celebrate our 6-month anniversary, we wanted to know what makes you...

How to Organize Jewelry

Have you ever had to untangle knots of necklaces to get the one you wanted?  Have you ever forgotten about nice pieces of jewelry because they were out of sight?  Have you ever lost precious time getting dressed because you couldn’t find what you were...

DIY: Painted Dresser

When we got married, my husband and I inherited a dresser and chest of drawers that had been in his childhood bedroom.  I really just kind of disliked them.  They were highly-polished, medium-colored wood that didn’t suit my taste.  Not to mention that...