My top recommendations of places to visit, sights to see and things to do if you come to Bulgaria! I hope this guide helps you explore our beautiful and often overlooked country!

If you’re anything like me and are dealing with red spots, dark spots, or uneven skin, you know how frustrating it can be trying to find the right product to get that summer glow! That’s why, when I heard about azelaic acid…because it's literally trending everywhere right now, I had to find out more. It’s become one of those quiet powerhouse ingredients that helps calm redness, fade dark spots, and just overall make your skin look more even and healthy. I’ve been building this list with products I personally feel good about using and sharing, because this summer I’m really focused on skin that looks fresh, natural, and glowing without the heavy layers. If you’re on a journey to clearer, brighter skin like I am, these products are a great place to start your skincare journey 🤍 Some of these contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through them, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

My 4 year old is the 3rd child so it’s super hard to buy him anything because he loves all his brothers things! Here are some ideas we’re getting for his birthday!

Since my obsession with matcha started I’ve made it my mission to find all the best, accessible, and affordable matcha finds!

I love my letterboxd and I wish I could recommend every single thing I've ever watched but cant. Here are the pieces of media that I think about on a daily bases.

We’ve all heard of the phrase “binge-watch” when referring to tv shows, but how about the idea of “binge-listening” when it comes to music? In 2024, I made it a mission to listen to every album from many artists I liked, but may not have ever really listened to all of their albums. In this list, I not only give you several suggestions from that experiment, but also give you some of my personal all time favorites. Happy “binge” listening!

All of the products listed in this rec list are the ones I have found work with her method for specifically thick hair. For more details on her method, look her up on TikTok @abbeyyung !! The Abbey Yung Method goes in the following order: 1. Pre-shampoo (30 before) 2. Clarifying Shampoo (1-2 times a week) 3. Regular Shampoo 4. Bonding Treatment (once a week) 5. Gloss (once a week) 6. Regular Conditioner 7. Deep Conditioning Mask (1-2 times a week) 8. Leave In Treatments/ Post Shower

Happy Fourth of July! These are my recommendations for US destinations to explore the next time you're considering traveling domestically! As a travel writer, I get the opportunity to visit many locations in the US, and these are my absolute favorites!

This is a list of activities I have purchased off Amazon for my kids that help keep them occupied while we are inside on a rainy or a too hot of day, day. I love all the cute activities that Pinterest has, but also, that takes a lot of work so I like to find simple ready to go activities.

Although not all the entertainment offerings on board were ready for our March 19th sailing on Sun Princess, we still had a fabulously good time! We were thrilled with all the exciting ports on this sailing. We arrived in Rome, Italy a few days before embarkation and joined some wonderful tours of the Colosseum and the Vatican. We sailed from Civitavecchia to Messina, Corfu, Santorini, Kusadasi, Athens, Naples, back to Civitavecchia.

Walking around Rome feels like stepping into a beautiful dream. old buildings, cute little streets, and fountains that sparkle in the sun. It’s full of history, art, and places that make you want to take a photo every five minutes! If you’re planning to visit or already there, I’ve got some fun and easy recommendations coming up to help you enjoy the city even more. Let’s make your Roman adventure super special!

Here is a list of Airbnbs and VRBO stays I have personally been to and recommend!! I love to travel and find the best places to stay and share them here with you! You can also find videos about each stay on my TikTok that is linked in my bio! If you’re looking for a cozy cabin on the lake in the mountains or a thrilling adventure out west, I have you covered with some of my favorite places to book for your experience! I only link the best stays on this page so you’re sure to be satisfied with your visit if you book one of these getaways! Enjoy!

Quality pet essentials we give our German Shepard!

It’s so easy to go to the same easy and known spot for coffee when we are out. So I made a list of all the interesting coffee shops in Fairfax so when someone asks me where to meet for coffee I have a whole list!

Toddler moms, please stop wasting money. I already tested everything for you. These are the products that actually help, actually get used, and actually make life easier. Your future self will thank you.

Just grabbed some cute SHEIN finds—think cozy neutrals, statement basics, and must-have accessories for my next content day.

Summer may be drawing to a close but there’s still a lot of beach, pool and boat days left! Here’s some great options for everything you need to enjoy your time by the water! Also some good recommendations for in the water as well

Dive into my fave fashion finds! From chic outfits to must-have accessories, this collection is all about those pieces that make me feel fabulous. Let's elevate our wardrobes together with the latest trends and timeless staples. Happy styling!

These are the products I use to save time but still look put together and like I actually tried 😂 I love a quick and easy glam! Most of these products are very long lasting, buildable, and take little to no effort.

Club Wyndham and Worldmark by Wyndham have timeshare resorts all over the US and these are some of our favorites that we recommend checking out!

These are all the tools that I love and used while becoming a creator. This list is part learning, part software, part product, and part resources. If its here, I've overused it, and highly recommend it. My creator business focuses on writing, and self-publishing. The resources below are focused on those. Please note some of the links provided may be affiliate links. I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you, should you decide to purchase through the link provided. Such income goes towards my blogging. Thank you.

All my favorite places to eat in VA Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake & even Newport News!

Where to find basics that are not so basic

Everything here for the aging girl 👧 from 40+. I get compliments all the time so I'm passing it down to you. From everything that makes my skin baby soft to help your aging journey too 🫶

I moved in to a small one-bedroom apartment and must learn to be a minimalist…I accept the challenge…!!

As an acne prone girl it is sooo hard for me to find products that I like, that don’t break me out. Here are some of the beauty products I’ve tried that I truly recommend and have done me wonders:)!

These are some of my ride or die workout must haves! I typically do high intensity workouts, so use your best judgement :)

Here are some of my favorite things I did on my trip to Logrono, Spain. A totally underrated city in my opinion. I loved exploring it and the architecture!

As someone who used to live in Florida, I've experienced a LOT of beaches in the Sunshine State—as a local. These are the ones I'd recommend, and some are off the beaten path.