Jennifer Bertram

The cold and darkness of the winter can be hard for those of us in the North. Why not brighten it up with some new cozy sweaters and outfits?

I love beauty products and have tried many brands and types to keep my face clean, moisturized, and brightened. And my body feeling great too. Here are some great products on my wish list.

I love skin care products and makeup. Trying new things, learning what works on my skin and being comfortable in summer heat and winter cold builds confidence and improves my health. Here are some of my go to products.

I am always on the lookout for a great dress (or skirt) to wear for a night out or just a regular day. These are some of my faves of the moment.

I am trying to lift my game from my daily t-shirt habit. I’ve got my eye on these tops to give me some inspiration.

I love gorgeous shoes and am always on the lookout for a new pair.

Comfort and style are crucial for a good night's sleep and a cozy weekend at home. Why not be comfortable with these stylish options for loungewear?

I will admit I don’t love to cook. But even I can appreciate some good tools to make cooking easier, and being in the kitchen more enjoyable. If that’s possible. Maybe with these things it is.

I work from home 90% of the time as a business owner whose meetings are almost all via Zoom. I’ve learned some things over the past five years about what makes a comfortable home office. Here are some of my favorite things.

Some inspiring and unique gifts for the young ones in your life!

These gift ideas are organized by price point to give you ideas for all the special people in your life.

I have started searching for items to include on my Christmas wish list. Some are more realistic than others but why not dream? Here are some of my favorite things that I've come across to add to my list. Add them to yours too! Or just buy something for yourself. You deserve it!

Save money and the planet with reusable products to replace your single-use products throughout your home and personal care routine.

Staying fit when you're going through perimenopause or have already hit the menopause stage can be tough. Hormones can make it harder to maintain weight, hot flashes can make workouts less bearable, and your skin can become more dry. Not to worry - there are lots of ways that we can maintain our health with the help of some of my favorite products I've shared here.

I am constantly on the lookout for convenient, delicious healthy food and beverages. What's in my pantry? Let's take a peek!

There are plentiful options for shopping, entertainment, active events, and other fun to be had throughout the holiday season. Here are some favorites that I'll be checking out this year.

I have lived in Minneapolis for 25 years. I have my favorites for a quick lunch, weekend brunch with friends, special dinner, and family favorite. Here are some of my frequent go-tos for your dining pleasure.

When I visit a new city, I want to go where the locals go. Here are some clues to some popular spaces for locals in the Twin Cities, as recommended by me, a long-time Minneapolis resident.

I love a good retreat for renewal, learning and recharging. Here are some of the best I’ve found.

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

Traveling can be stressful. These products help ease the stress a bit and make you look stylish in the process.

I have always been a reader. Motherhood has made it more difficult to focus on reading for pleasure but I’m working on getting back to this favorite restorative activity with some great fiction novels, self-care books, and life optimizing manuals. Here I offer some that have made an impact on me.

Emerging readers crave great storylines, relatable characters, and page-turning prose.

As a voracious reader, it's important to me to raise enthusiastic readers, and with so many beautiful books for children available, there's every reason to instill this important habit in your own children. Here are some ideas to get you started.