Katie Magoun

Something most people don't know about me is that I'm a huge art nerd. I have a small room in my house that we call “the Gallery” because it's literally just walls for artwork that I try to rotate on a regular basis. In addition to art on the walls everywhere else in the house. Anywho…. I'm always keeping track of artists that I enjoy and/or want to collect. Here are a few that I highly recommend keeping an eye on if you're an art lover.

I used to give a healthy side eye to supplements because really, who needs those if you're eating well and taking care of yourself. Well, then I hit my 40s and realized I could never eat/take care well enough to compensate for things my body needs and needs more of now.

In a disposable consumer marketplace, long gone are the days of buying once and using for life. I've assembled a list of items that both buck that trend and do so at a bargain price. In an era of tough budget choices, feel good about purchasing any of these items.

During the pandemic, I developed a habit of having alcohol before bed as a way to relax at night. As the years passed, I noticed this habit wasn't serving me anymore, and I've been actively looking for replacements for alcohol as a nighttime ritual. The benefits to sleep alone make it worth serious consideration. Here are some of my favorite non-alcoholic evening beverages.

With prices on the rise, I'm finding it more and more challenging to meet my budgeting goals. If you're like me and could always find a use for some extra money, consider a few easy ways to use your phone to help earn some pocket change. These apps aren't going to replace your day job, but they can help you to feel less guilty about your Starbucks habit. Note: Most of the links are affiliate links so I get a bonus and often, so do you!

I've been a gym girlie on and off for most of my life, and now that I'm in my 40s, I find strength training to be more important than ever. I work out 4-6x/week, and these are the essentials that make that workout both effective and enjoyable.

I don't know about you, but whenever I can, I prefer to buy local from my neighbors (or companies whose existence supports my neighbors). As a lifelong Mainer, these are the brands that I buy on repeat because they truly check all the boxes.

I've been a regular gym-goer for most of my life, and yes, few things beat a great pair of leggings for just about any workout. But… as I've aged, I'm realizing that spandex isn't always my friend and some days, I just don't feel like wearing the “leggings undies” and letting it all hang out. While there's no shortage of options if you're looking to put it all on display, here are my suggestions for gym/workout apparel for those days when you just want to cover it up.

Not every day has to be an outdoor adventure in Maine. Art makes us happy; it gives us a better understanding of our world and the community from which it comes. I love an afternoon spent in art galleries, and here are the ones I visit when I'm feeling the need for creativity and vibrance.

One of my hobbies since childhood is to go thrifting for goodies. Does anything beat the feeling of finding that special something for an amazing price? That pastime has matured into a health appreciation for true vintage clothing. Whenever I need some “me time," I head to a local thrift spot or vintage store for some often-inexpensive retail therapy. Here are some of my top recommendations for thrifting and vintage in the Greater Portland Maine area.

Hoodies are having a serious moment. From kids to adults and everyone in between, there's never a bad time for a good basic hooded sweatshirt. That said, not all are created equal. As a hoodie enthusiast and mother to teen hoodie enthusiasts, I'm here to share my recommendations (made in the USA and made elsewhere) for the ones that are worth your hard-earned cash.

New England is legendary for it's amazing antiques. If you yearn for all things yesteryear, you've come to the right place. While the general consensus is that antiquing gets better the further you get from the city of Portland, there are some great spots for those looking to stick close for whatever reason.

Sometimes you get a hankering for a breakfast food fried and covered in sugar. In those cases, nothing but a good donut will do. Here are a few must-visit donut shops in Southern Maine.

If you're new to Portland, or maybe just visiting, you may not be aware that Portland (and Maine in general) is a very pup-friendly town. Here are some suggestions from a local dog owner on where to go with your four-legged buddies when you're in Portland. Please note that unless otherwise mentioned, dogs must be on a 6 ft non-retractable leash at all times. And be a good owner, pick up after your pet!

Do you have teens (or soon to be teens) at home? Are you struggling to keep the fridge/pantry stocked? It's certainly true in our house where our 14-year-old son and 16-year-old daughter – both in all. the. sports. – will eat a week's worth of groceries in a matter of days. These are some of our must buy items when shopping at Costco to keep them from eating us out of house and home.

If you ride motorcycles, you're aware that it's an industry dominated by dudes. It can be difficult to find good gear that fits us women who ride. I've been riding for a bit now and I'll share some of the products that work the best for me and my ride.

I'm what you might call a tattoo enthusiast and Portland is my hometown. I've been tattooed at most of these shops and many of the artists. These are my recommendations if you're looking for permanant adornment in Portland, Maine.