It is no mystery, that a grateful heart reaps plentiful rewards, sometimes we lose focus on what matters most. When I reflect on the past year, or this holiday season surrounded by friends and loved ones what others may easily take for granted I allow myself to appreciate. The present and everything it has to offer on a deeper level. I no longer look at what I do not have or what I would like to acquire rather I appreciate the very fingers typing these words right now and the ability to taste, see, smell, touch, and hear. I take a moment to appreciate what the gift of life has to offer. Here I share my absolute favorite ways to be grateful and grounded.

North Conway is such a great time for hiking, skiing, shopping, dining, with or without the kids!

My everyday make up routine! I love wearing make up but don’t like to spend ages doing it in the morning- these are the products I swear by.

These products are my absolute favorites, especially as a girl who goes out very often. I’ve repurchased every single one of these products multiple times, so you can trust that these are good. Check them out!✨

Fall season means spooky season with a bunch of things to do. There's so much to explore and so little time. These are a few of the things I enjoy getting to during the Fall months. Some of these are spooky, others scary, and others are wholesome Fall family friendly events.

Not all gadgets deserve a spot in your home—but some earn their keep every day. This list is packed with budget-friendly tools and smart little upgrades, each under $30, that I actually use (and often recommend). They’re practical, problem-solving, and surprisingly satisfying to own. No gimmicks—just affordable gear that improves daily life in small but meaningful ways.

Some gems I found about last month which I'm definitely keeping and trying again this month

Gili Air, Gili Meno, Gili Trawangan - my favourite places to eat, chill, hang out, make friends

Here are some cute and comfy favs. I’ve been mid-plus size for my whole life and I know how hard it can be to find some cute and stylish clothes that fit comfortably

Reselling can be a great side hustle or full time job, so here is a list of the top YouTube channels I watch to learn more about reselling on eBay and other sites.

Just a curly haired gal forever learning what works with my curls!

I try a different coffee shop every weekend and I’m excited to share some of my favorite stops 😚☕️

I enjoy exploring, so here are road trips and destinations you may enjoy, most of which are in Southern California.

Two kids later and I’m emotionally attached to very few baby items. These? Certified ride-or-dies from squishy newborn to tiny dictator. No fluff. No aesthetic nonsense. Just stuff that actually works.

A run down on gadgets, gear, and things one can and maybe should bring for their best concert experience, whether you're a casual or content creator.

these products are my holy grails. i never go a day without using literally every single one. the pricing ranges but everything on the list is worth trying at least once. i’ve spent sooo much time trying to figure out what works best for my routine and this is what i’ve been able to narrow it down to over the past

If you love Christmas like I do, you might listen to Christmas podcasts occasionally (or often!) throughout the year. Here are some festive holiday podcasts I've enjoyed listening to. Some are about Christmas origins, others are about Christmas music, Christmas films, Christmas holiday traditions, holiday recipes and decorating tips.

Minnesota vacation rentals are some of the best for a nature escape. Think lakefront cabins, cozy woodland stays, and charming hideaways that make the perfect weekend getaway.

I worked as a supporting artist/extra on set for many major feature films, TV series and commercials in London for many years before deciding to advance in my career as an actor. These are tips and tricks I wish I knew sooner!

These all are my good to go products for deep cleansing my skin and moisturize it to make it clean, plump and refreshing.I highly recommend it to those who have combination skin.Must try!

These weekend getaway ideas across the United States are perfect for those looking to travel on weekends between their 9-to-5 job. As a travel blogger, these are my recommendations of weekend trips to jump start your travel planning! I've spent countless hours researching each destination and have firsthand traveled to each. You can travel to everything on this list between your 9 to 5.

Plan your 2025 Costa Rica trip with me! These are the properties and activites that I'm considering for my trip, broken up by city/town.

Items that I use currently and most that I have used for years. I have tried endless products claiming to be "clean" but are either mixed or just did not work for my skin so this is my short list on natual and easy skincare.

As an avid reader (who's also part of a book club), these are my top gifting picks for book lovers, school media or library specialists, reading groups, and book clubs.

A self proclaimed tv connoisseur 🤌🏽 I’m a sucker for a psychological thriller but these are every range 🍿🎬

Tossing the clichéd floral bouquet and coffee mug is a necessity at this point. Moms everywhere can now get it in one guess what they will be gifted for a special occasion like Mother's Day - the horror! The last thing you want is to become so predictable that your mom is now outsmarting you! There is no time like the present to shake things up and keep her guessing about her gift, one that also has just the right touch to convey a strong "I love you to bits" message. These gift ideas may very well be on her wishlist!

some of my favorite electronics i use every day and a few items i’d kill to have if i were rich

Here are your must stop shops for matcha ADDICTS… this includes places to try matcha parfaits, regular matcha, frothed matcha, and place to buy matcha!!

all of my must haves when cruising. whether it's a 3 day or a 7 day cruise, these are what's in my suitcase. 🛳️❤️ Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian all charge an arm and a leg for the items on the drug store list, save $$ and get them before!!

Lake Life Happy Wife compiles our Lakehouse must haves for the best days enjoyed by family and friends…and the pups 🐶