We officially pulled out our patio furniture! That’s right- we dusted off the cushions and set up our outside hangout for the season. And that means back patio cocktail season has begun!
Frozen Strawberry Margarita Recipe
Life, RecipesNew Dads First Father’s Day Gift Guide
LifeThis is the first year that my husband will get to be honored on Father’s Day, so I went all out. He is such a great daddy to our little boy and I wanted him to feel appreciated. So I came up with this ultimate gift guide for new dads this Father’s Day!
Frozen Mango Margarita Recipe
Life, Recipes
We officially pulled out our patio furniture! That’s right- we dusted off the cushions and set up our outside hangout for the season. And that means back patio cocktail season has begun!
How to Get Rid of a Clogged Milk Duct
HOW-TO, Pregnancy & Parenting, Skincare
If you are breast feeding, chances are there will come a point where you will end up with a clogged milk duct. How will you know, you might be asking yourself? Trust me. You will know. Clogged milk ducts are very uncomfortable, almost painful. It feels like little pebbles or marbles are stuck inside of your breasts. If you find yourself with a clogged milk duct, you are going to want to fix it ASAP. Here are the steps I take when I have a clogged milk duct.
How to Calm a Fussy Baby
Life, Pregnancy & ParentingOur little bundle of joy Miles has had his fair share of fuss-budget moments. The first few weeks were extremely stressful before we figured out how to calm Miles down. I figured as a new mom I would share the top tips we learned for calming our fussy baby. My hopes are that they help some other new mom out there regain some confidence in her mama skills!
The Best Mattress Topper for Back Pain
Bedroom, HOME, home decor, Pregnancy
I personally suffer from back pain from having scoliosis and have found over the years that the quality of the mattress I sleep on impacts how my back feels the next day. I can always tell when an Airbnb or a hotel we stay at needs to upgrade their setup based on how my back feels the next day.
Hygge Aesthetic Room Guide
Bedroom, HOME, home decor, Kitchen and Dining, Living Room
Living in cold and snowy Buffalo, NY can be a little challenging in the winter months. The limited sunlight, constant snow and ice storms and freezing temps are enough to make the happiest and balanced people feel like they need a pick-me-up from time to time.
Fall Essential Oil Blends
Holidays, HOME
Fall Essential Oil Blends
There is nothing I love more than the scents of Fall! Check out my favorite essential oil recipes to use in your diffuser this fall!
Mix these beautiful oils together and enjoy the smells of the season! What’s your favorite fall blend?
The Best Dry Shampoo for Thin Hair
BEAUTY, Hair, LifeIf you have thin hair, then you can probably relate to most of my struggles. My hair gets greasy quickly, falls flat and gets tangled as soon as I stop brushing it. I used to think that I was just unlucky and would have ugly trunchbull crappy hair my whole life. But then I started making adult wages and learned that you can’t buy crappy and cheap hair products and expect to have beautiful celebrity quality hair. Unless you have some amazing genes and are extremely lucky you can’t be using suave and herbal essences and thinking your hair is going to look like Lauren Conrads. It just doesn’t happen. Thus my journey began with investing in higher quality hair products. And boy- does it make a difference!
Prevent Stretch Marks
BEAUTY, Life, Pregnancy & Parenting
Please…Can We Prevent Stretch Marks?
So I am going through my first pregnancy and am scared to death of getting stretch marks. I know that I am prone to them, because when I went through puberty and my hips and thighs filled in, I got the dreaded marks all over my inner thighs.
I have hated them my whole life, and now as a 31 year old woman, I do not want to add anymore!
How to Train Your Hair (to wash less frequently)
BEAUTY, Hair
How to Wash Your Hair Less
It seems that lately everyone is getting better and better at extending the time between hair washes. There are so many reasons to try to elongate the time in between washes that it only makes sense to train your hair to not need daily shampooing. Yes- that’s right, you can actually train your hair to produce less oil which will cause your hair to appear not as greasy after a few days without shampoo! It does take a little bit of focus and planning, but it is definitely possible.
Purple Shampoo on Dry Hair: Does it work?
BEAUTY, Hair
I love purple toned brunette hair
If you’re anything like me, then you love the look of all the violet tones and dark purple hair. I always think of a sexy super-hero when I see women with dark purple hair and I wanted in! The purple colors are so beautiful and rich looking and when done properly they can still be worn in a professional setting.
What to Wear in Thailand
Thailand, Travel
Traveling to Thailand
So you’re traveling to Thailand and you have no clue what to pack or bring? I can totally relate to this! When I went to Thailand for the first time I made so many packing mistakes that I regretted. Luckily for you, I have written this post to try to save you from making the same errors.
Where to Stay in Chiang Mai
Thailand, TravelIf you are traveling to Thailand, the odds are that you will be spending some time in Chiang Mai. Located in Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is the calm and beautiful antidote to the wild, hustle and bustle of Bangkok.
Change Font Color WordPress
Learning to BlogHow to Change Font Color in WordPress
Hi all, just a quick post today for all of the blogging beginners like myself out there! As I am learning to use WordPress and get the most out of it, I like to share the small little accomplishments that I make! I figured it’s like when they say if you had this question, someone else probably did too.
Fourth of July Outfit Ideas
Holidays
Looking good on The Fourth of July
The Fourth of July in the US is an amazing holiday. Americans all across the country are off of work and come together to celebrate the birth of our nation. We throw pool parties, barbecues and enjoy copious amount of Budweiser. But the question that every girl asks themselves needs to be answered: What are you wearing this Fourth of July?
How to Show Her You Care
Life, Relationships
50 Ways to show her how much you care.
Whether you’ve been together 5 months or 5 decades a little extra act of kindness is always appreciated. I have created a list of over 50 ideas for you to show your significant other how much you care.
Chiang Mai vs. Bangkok
Thailand, TravelChiang Mai vs Bangkok. The question we all ask ourselves when planning out an itinerary for a Thailand vacation. It can be a very difficult question to answer, especially if you have never been to Thailand before.
Rosehip Benefits for Skin
BEAUTYRosehip oil seems to be one of the beauty industries secret weapons these days. It’s found in all kinds of serums, moisturizers and facial products, but- is it worth all the hype?
Couple Travel: Why every couple should take an extended trip together before marriage
Life, Travel
I truly feel that international travel is the perfect catalyst in a relationship to determine whether or not you are going to be compatible long-term. I once read a Bill Murray quote that really stuck with me:
How to Be a Blogger
HOW-TO, Learning to Blog, Life
So you are thinking of starting a blog and need a little guidance on where to begin? Well look no further! This post is a quick and easy to understand guide on: How to start a blog. This article should help you launch your site in the simplest and easiest way possible. I have stream-lined the process into easy to follow steps that should help you get going today!
Statement Sneakers
BEAUTY, Life
Best Resort in Koh Samui
Thailand, TravelThe Best Resort in Koh Samui
My husband and I decided to go to Thailand for our honeymoon. We have both always wanted to travel to Asia and felt that Thailand would be really cool country to explore. Whenever we travel internationally we like to get the most bang for our buck and usually like to move around a lot. We had the same desire for our honeymoon as we wanted to get a feel for a few different cities and sub-cultures of Thailand.
Resources For This Blog
LifeSince starting my lifestyle blog I have learned about a few cool new websites and apps that have helped me to create a blog I can be proud of! I have the names and quick review below.
Interested to learn more about why I started this blog? Check out my article on Lifestyle Blogging.
What is a Lifestyle Blog?
Life
What is a Lifestyle Blog?
A lifestyle blog is a website that an individual author or brand creates to share their life experiences. Generally it is a conglomerate of topics that is interesting to the author and reflects their real life experiences. A lifestyle blog can cover a wide variety of information versus a specialized blog that might cover very specific niche topics.
What to do in Chiang Mai
Thailand, Travel
This post is all about what to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand. There are thousands of other activities to check out, so don’t limit yourself to this list but I think this is a good resource for getting some ideas on how to spend your time!
How to Wash a Down Comforter
Bedroom, HOME, HOW-TO
Do you need to wash your down comforter and need some guidance? For the best technique to wash a down comforter at home read on!
Dry Cleaning Vs. Washing at Home
Although almost all down comforters say “dry clean only” the reality is most manufacturers websites do not suggest actually taking a down comforter to a dry cleaner. The reason being is that there are a lot of negatives that come from dry cleaning down feathers.
How to Get Rid of Pimples
BEAUTY
My all time most effective tips for getting rid of pimples. There are some helpful links in this article pointing you to outside resources and products I love. Please note that if you choose to purchase any products I suggest I will receive a small commission.
Change Your Pillowcases More Frequently
I know you have all heard this before, but if you are not changing your pillowcase every other day, then you aren’t serious about getting rid of your acne. Period. Let me tell you why! The average woman sleeps for 7-9 hours a day.
RODAN AND FIELDS REVIEWS
BEAUTY
This blog post is based on my personal experience with R and F products. I DO NOT SELL RODAN AND FIELDS- I tried to create some unbiased Rodan and Fields review because I have tried a variety of their products over the years and I felt like there wasn’t a lot of content out there giving honest reviews.
Strawberry, Ruby Basil Green Tea
Life
We have some beautiful Ruby Red Basil or Purple Basil, growing in our garden this summer. At first I had no idea what to do with it, however I started experimenting and it turns out that the Ruby Basil is extremely versatile! The first recipe on my list…a delicious and refreshing iced tea to enjoy while gardening! Enjoy!
First- steep a pot of your favorite green tea. We use Stash green tea in our house because we find the flavor and color to be beautiful.
Then- take a few Ruby Red basil leaves, and fresh strawberries and muddle them into the bottom of your serving vessel.
Fill your cup with ice.
Pour the green tea over the basil, strawberries and ice.
Enjoy!
