In my twenties, anytime I had a tough time with someone or was having a rough time in school or work, I had an itch to go shopping. I wanted an instant satisfaction and feeling of happiness. The thrill of finding a nice new pair of shoes or that perfect top for Friday night...it ...
Sleep a little more…
...with this playlist. It's hard to fall asleep sometimes, with how busy we are, how loud are mind can be when we want it to settle, and how much we really do need that sleep. Some of us fall asleep reading, while others need a little something else. This playlist is a collection of different tracks ...
9 Ways to Get Yourself Ready for Summer (And It Doesn’t Involve Exercise!)
Written by contributing blogger, Daniela Forte. I will be the first to admit, I am not a fan of the summer months, I prefer the crisp cool days of fall, when the leaves are turning and the air has that faint scent of a burning wood, that is my favorite season. But we’re not going to talk ...
The must-have Netflix binge snacks
You already have your summer binge list, but do you have your snacks? It's just as important as the show...obviously. Here are a few ideas of something that won't make you feel bad in the summer months: Corn chips, Salsa, and Guac - Simple, easy, and as long as you don't put the whole bowl ...
when we were young
...there were the songs that made us feel every emotion. It wasn't just the pop songs of today that play incessantly on the radio and you only dance to at bars. They were the songs that made you jump up and down, sing along, and where the artists put on concerts that were true performances. ...
Five ways to “turn off” this summer, that actually work
Are you one of those people that cannot seem to just sit down and rest? Turn off your brain? I have some friends who work from home and it's even harder for them. Their home is their office, and their office is their home. They make dinner and after they eat are thinking about work ...
Why do people love essential oils?
I was never one for essential oils...it seemed like too much effort and truthfully I never quite understood the purpose or benefits. A couple years ago a friend gave me a peppermint bottle and diffuser to use. It was a great first step into the world of essential oils, but I still didn't completely step ...
Summer Mondays Playlist
Because summer Fridays are so awesome, it takes us a little extra to get through the Monday after. Can you imagine when your alarm goes off and you realize, you're out of coffee, you haven't done laundry, you missed your gym class, and you have to get to work in 45 minutes? You may need ...
Will you ever catch the red dot?
There's something about that "red dot" that cat's can't help but run after. It's elusive. It's a chase. It's clever. And it's for a challenge. No matter how many times they fail or think they almost have it, they won't give up. Some are smart enough to realize the source of that red dot, and ...
Why is Ginger so awesome?
Ginger. My friend. My savior. Every time I feel a little...let's say nauseous...ginger has been there for me. That's why I will never...ever...mix ginger ale or ginger equivalent with alcohol. It's my safety drink. I count on it the bad days and the eh, it could be better days. But why is ginger such a powerful ...