About a year ago, we gave up our nice Honda CRV to wipe out the $700 monthly car loan and save money for a car to buy with cash. As a newly stay at home mom of two littles, it was wild but totally necessary. Going from multiple cars down to one as a family is a huge decision not to take lightly. So here's a list of the pros, cons, and plans that need to be made when discussing this with your partner.

Before you book that Eiffel Tower ticket or sit down at a random café, read this. This curated Paris guide covers the must-see landmarks, unforgettable experiences and the best places to eat- from iconic restaurants to hidden gems. If you want to do Paris right, start here.

Random Acts of Kindness! I love this trend, and I wanted to record some of the cool ways to send messages of hope and encouragement to strangers. These messages might be exactly what they needed to hear at that exact time. Have fun with this list! Some of the links associated with this list may be affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase something by following my link, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

skincare recommendations that ACTUALLY work and are fun to use, from someone with acne prone skin

The items that made life with a newborn so much easier. They may not be essentials but they really helped me along my newborn mama journey 🍼👶🏽

I wanted to pay homage to finding recipes that my mom and grandmothers made for me while growing up.

For one reason or another, I keep coming back to these same videos a couple times a year! From a full-time YouTube video editor who is obsessed with YouTube, enjoy this random mix of amazing vlogs, music, commentary, education, and video essays!

I've lived in Bondi for over 25 years and there is a lot more to see in Bondi and it's surrounds than what you see on Instagram. Discover the best of Bondi with my curated list of top things to see, do, and experience - to give you a feel for the real Bondi beyond the tourist trail. If you want a full guide for Bondi, visit my etsy store and download the guide with free Google Maps bonus. See details below in the activities section.

I enjoy learning new things in my downtime, so here are some of the online courses, educational apps, and resources that I've found useful! Most of them are for art, programming, or language learning, but there will occasionally be others as well.

Sew-ins, half wigs, and now clip ins. Must have products for my favorite protective styles. I’ve also included some hair and wig recommendations 😊

I love craft night but especially when there are crafts that are inspired by nature. Here are some nature crafts that I could do every week.

I had my mommy makeover done on October 9, 2025. This is everything I bought for my recovery!

Every September I start craving that warm, spiced, fresh-from-the-oven smell but I am not about to bake a pie every single day. If you want your house to hit people with that cozy fall bakery vibe the second they walk in, these are the exact wax melts I rotate from Labor Day straight through Thanksgiving. Took me three autumns and a lot of waxy duds to narrow this down.

since buying a house im realizing how organized i truly like to be and these are what have helped me!

Looking for something to read on your way to, or during a safari? Listen to the night sounds of lions and hyenas while curled up in your bed reading any one of these classics. Also a must have for long airport delays where your phone battery life may be fading fast.

Tampa is a pretty large city, filled with nooks and crannies many people just aren’t aware of, so today we will make a list of my home’s must-see spots

A beginner-friendly collection of free lessons, planning resources and creative assets. Start with one lesson, one simple plan and one piece of content before adding more tools. Some resources need a free account; paid software, premium upgrades and certification exams are separate and are called out in the notes. Read asset licences before publishing. These links are included for their usefulness, without a commission requirement.

Coffee shops, sights, and breweries I wouldn't skip on a trip to Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Sun-kissed, low-maintenance beauty for real life. My everyday staples for that natural glow—whether I’m working, beaching, or doing both.

A collection of hotels and resorts we've enjoyed staying at. From fun girls' night out to mostly family getaways, each one has its own memory and experience worth keeping.

Everywhere we stayed, ate, and things we did in Japan for our honeymoon!

Every holiday season I used to panic-buy those sad little cocoa packets from the checkout aisle, slap a bow on them, and pretend it was a thoughtful gift. Nobody was fooled. Then I started layering jars with real cocoa mix, marshmallows, and toppings — tied with ribbon — and suddenly people were texting me photos of themselves making it. This is every single thing I use, from the jars to the finishing touches, so you can pull these together in one afternoon.

from romance to thrillers to memoirs and more, these are the books I'm loving

Come to the Sip! Take in the Grove and a football game at Ole Miss, or just walk around the Square and eat/shop. This small town is FULL of charm, Southern hospitality, and surprisingly GREAT food options. Definitely a foodie town.

I am a postpartum mama who is getting back into running and working out. These are some of the items I love and have purchased to make my comeback.

The AI tools I actually use every day to create my content, my music, and my income. If it's on this list, it's part of my real workflow.

Puppies can be difficult, hard headed and stressful, but also loving, caring and loyal! Having specific essentials can help ease your mind and make you and your fur baby feel comfortable! -a dachshund puppy mom

My favorite body care staples for soft, smooth, and glowy skin 🌸 From scrubs to lotions, these are the products that make my self-care routine feel extra pretty and feminine.

Here’s my little food diary from Iceland — all the places I actually ate, warmed up, hid from the wind, and tried to convince myself I wasn’t about to accidentally order whale, puffin, or fermented shark (yes… all three were genuinely on menus, and no… I did not suddenly become a Viking). These are real spots from my trip, with real photos, real meals, and real opinions — no affiliate links, no nonsense, just the places that kept me fed, caffeinated, and alive in Iceland’s “four seasons in five minutes” weather. If you’re planning a trip, want honest recommendations, or just enjoy watching someone else dodge questionable seafood, this board is for you.

These are the places and experiences that make me want to pack a bag and go. I've mixed dream destinations, beautiful scenery, luxury escapes and unforgettable experiences so there's something for every kind of traveler.