LIFE
How to navigate friendships as an adult, coping with loss, and self-worth.
5 Creative Things to Do Every Day
Creative outlets have always held a position of high standing in my mind, but now more than ever they shouldn't be overlooked. With so many unkowns and the days changing drastically from one to the other, it's important to root yourself in activities and hobbies that allow you to express yourself. They don't have to be complicated and you don't...
How to Choose Which Books to Read
When I was younger choosing which books to read was easy. I'd consult my list of books that Rory Gilmore would read (there was a legit list of all the books she read in the series) and pick something from there. Years later and I've completed that entire list and needed a new source of book recommendations. I've found a system that works and is...
Why Grocery Delivery Just Isn’t Worth It
We tried our first food delivery program as soon as it became clear that quarantine was going to be more than just a couple week thing. We gave Shipt a go after hearing good things from friends in our neighborhood. We used it about 3-4 times before cancelling our subscription. Here's why. 1. It costs more. There's of course a subscription fee...
What My Work Day Looks Like Right Now
Working from home has always had a bit of a weird schedule attached to it, but now that quarantine and COVID-19 are a regular norm, my daily work day looks quite different. Plus we've expanded our business services to doing boutique branding for companies which adds a whole new slew of changes. So here's what my work day looks like right now. Of...
Snapshots of the Studio
Now I'm not saying I've permanently retired "bed desk," but I've found myself spending the majority of my working hours in my office. How intrepid, right? My gallery wall is finally finished and it feels like everything is in its place.Check out the video above to get the full tour of my counter top, what's in the drawers and cabinets, and other...
Six Years Working from Home | My Tips & Tricks
With more and more businesses like Twitter and Square letting employees work from home permanently, it seemed about time I threw my hat in about working from home. I've been working from home since 2014 and have developed tons of tips and tricks to make working from home, work. 1. Have your own space preferably with a door. One of the biggest...
In a world that has no end…
24 hours. 24 hours ago I crumpled into my husband's arms outside of my parents' house. Police cars and an ambulance surrounded the house. I knew before my husband spoke through his own tears. I knew someone was dead. ... My dad died yesterday. At 57 he just didn't wake up. The man that walked me down the aisle at my wedding. The man who was...
My Goals for 2020
I feel like "resolutions" has become a dirty word this time of year. Sure most resolutions are given up by the middle of February, but I still love the concept of resetting, refocusing, and picking goals for the start of the new year. It all comes down to creating a good plan that'll help you stick with it throughout the next 365 days. ... MY...
Five Things I Learned from Dog Sitting for Two Months
Now if I had to pick a team, I'm definitely team cat. But after two months of watching Cadence, Alex's parents' dog, it's hard not to have a soft spot for pups. It's been a few weeks now that she's returned home after their move to Virginia, but she's definitely left a lasting impression on me and taught me a few things I didn't expect... ... 1....
What I Actually Eat in a Day (Self-Employed)
What I eat in a day posts weirdly fascinate me. Am I the only one? I couldn't possibly be since they pop up on YouTube and in blogs quite often, right? Well I thought it time that I threw myself into the mix...until I realized I eat like a five year old. I almost didn't post, but then I thought, "nah....let's keep it real here." So this is a...