My kid is a student at RIT so we’ve had a chance to explore Rochester, NY. Here are some of our new favorite places. I will update as we visit over the next few years.

My go-to resources for planning peaceful getaways, booking regional trains, finding cozy lodging, and staying seamlessly connected abroad. A field-tested collection of app tools, transit passes, and quiet stays designed to take the stress out of travel.

Simple and affordable products I’ve started using in my quest for volume and length instead of midlife hair loss. I may receive a commission from links included here, but still provide my honest opinion about each product.

Need birthday party ideas for gifts or activities. Here are my tried and true recommendations for a birthday girl in your life! 🎂🎉🥳

If you're planning on staying in Tokyo for an extended amount of time, try taking some of these day trips! Most of them are just a few hours away with unique attractions and scenery.

just some of my fav spots to either take ppl or order out food :)

As a health coach with a young teen who has perfected the game of snacks, it can feel hard to find snacks that fit the bill and don’t make you feel like they’re just eating sugar. Here’s a few of my favorite easy on the go snacks for those busy days.

Make your Bible and Journals Beautiful with a touch of you! The current supplies I’m using for studying the Bible and journaling. If you’re someone who needs every shade of every color pen, marker, and highlighter- Me too! These products have served me well for daily use ✨✝️🩷

Simple daily makeup routine, with some options for high-end or drugstore

Coming up with what to make for the week is definitely not everyone’s favorite thing to do. Gathered from people I follow on Instagram, Pinterest, and Substack. Not only recipes recommendations but people I love to follow

As someone with 3B curls, an oily scalp, and low porosity hair, these are the products that help best for keeping my hair looking nice and my curls in place for about two days max. In addition to that I oil my hair to help with growth and, like every girl out there, I straighten/ blow dry my hair here and there. All the products that I use and love are listed!

A curated list of fashion pieces and brands I genuinely rate. Some I own and wear regularly, others are brands I trust and would recommend without hesitation. Flattering, wearable, and worth the money.

My favorite products for everyday wear. Most days I just wear light makeup with focus on my skin more than anything else

I LOVE colorful running clothes, they make me that much more excited to get out there! I think you will be able to easily tell my fav color is purple lol, lmk if your fav isn't featured on here.

All of the vacation spots me and my husband went on this year including dining, local experiences, shopping and more!

I’ve lived all over Central for my entire adult life. Here’s some of my favorite local small shops!

College essentials for classes coming from a 3rd year student commuter.

Cloth diapering favorites we actually use and love 🤍 I prioritize natural fibers like organic cotton, but I also use microfiber inserts when they make sense for our routine. And on days when cloth just isn’t doable, we reach for eco-conscious disposables like Hiro — designed to break down with fungi instead of sitting in landfills for decades.I’ve used cloth diapers daily and tested what actually works (and what doesn’t). If you’re overwhelmed, this is the exact setup I use that made cloth diapering simple and doable. No fluff — just real products that held up through daily use, leaks, and laundry routines.

Resources and tips on becoming a Zumba instructor

WFH Desk, But Make It Calm: Home Office Organization for Working Moms — Working full time with two boys means my desk is command central AND the drop zone for permission slips, chargers, and approximately one million sticky notes. These are the organizers that turned my corner-desk chaos into a calm, five-minute-tidy workspace — cords corralled, planner in reach, and a clear surface by the time the boys get home from practice. Working-mom tested, trend approved!

🌴 A go-to guide for all things sun, sand, and Bahamas bliss. From Beach gear to must-have travel accessories and dreamy destination & excursion inspo — this list brings the Bahamas to you, no passport required. Whether you're planning a getaway or just manifesting one, let the island vibes begin!

When I go to YouTube, it's either because I need a tutorial on something or because I want to relax in inspiring ways. I love channels about art, drawing, painting, creativity in general and, of course, food! Slow living means being inspired while relaxing. No doomscrolling, no shocking headlines and scary news. This is probably an ongoing project as I discover new channels that contribute to my intentional slow life.

Separated by category, this is a list of series for every mood (ALSO). The streaming services I listed are how I personally watch them. If you are interested, please Google it to see if there are other streaming options!

Regular travel blogs kept recommending the same touristy dumpling spots — meanwhile the real stuff was hidden down alleys I walked past twice before noticing. This is for anyone planning a China trip who wants to eat what locals actually eat, not what gets posted on Instagram. Took me three separate trips and a lot of pointing at menus I couldn't read to put this together.

This is a basic list for those who are moving into their first home or apartment and want a luxury feel on an affordable budget! I tried to keep everything gender neutral so decor is what is going to make it your own. This is also a good list for revamping your living space too!

skip the tourist traps. this is my personal map to cute spots, good eats, and chill places only locals love. "I Se♡ul you"

Perfumes that make people ask “what are you wearing?” 🤍 From affordable finds to luxe scents, these are the fragrances worth getting compliments for.

I spent a month traveling abroad in Ireland and heres a list of things i did and saw while in each place!