There are a few places I need to visit around my local area. Whenever something new and different pops up, I get a little excited. It’s not often that “cool” stores and restaurants open up in the suburbs. No. If…

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The Clutter You Forgot to Declutter When we think about decluttering, we usually think of closets, garages, or overflowing pantries. But some of the most clutter-prone areas in a home are the ones ...
My guide to Women's Ski and Snowboard Clothing that actually works and look good If you’re gearing up for winter and want women’s ski and snowboard clothing that looks great, feels great, and ...
Holiday Gift Guides for the Whole Family I’m finally getting my 2025 Holiday Gift Guides up on the website — and this year, I had help from the experts: my kids! These picks are filled with the ...
When fall weather arrives, it's Candle Season! Sharing my favorite candle brands that I will be burning all season long. There’s something deeply comforting about the moment when the air turns ...
There are a few places I need to visit around my local area. Whenever something new and different pops up, I get a little excited. It’s not often that “cool” stores and restaurants open up in the suburbs. No. If…
She’s been talking about it since the beginning of summer. Bragging to her brothers and then questioning me, “Mom? When are we going on our date?” We started the tradition last year when Stella entered kindergarten–a special mommy/daughter date. Just…
Need to move some inventory out to make room for some new fall merchandise (which I’m very excited about). One of my favorite, everyday earrings are on sale–the Klum. All sterling silver in the Klum are sold out, but I…
This is what I’ve been dealing with all week–a gutted bathroom. We weren’t planning on doing THIS much renovation but we had some surprises when we opened everything up. We really shouldn’t be surprised since it’s a 80-year-old bathroom but…
I’m not sure what I love more about this entryway…the natural lighting, the big wooden door that is like a giant welcome sign, or the stain-glass window. What ever it is I’m marking it in my book as a favorite….
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