We are all living a new way of life that requires us to stay home and many of us to work from home for the first time. Because I am such a routine-oriented person, I knew I would need to get into a new groove for this period of life or I would become aimless…
Little Things Making Me Happy Right Now
It’s a weird time – huge understatement, I know. It’s been difficult for me to find the right words, not that there are any. I go between feelings of calm – enjoying time at home with H and Cleo, reading, walking in the park – and feelings of anxiety when I hear of loved ones…
Refreshing Our Home for Spring
During this period of self-quarantines and social distancing, I am embracing the days spent at home. Although it is spring break, and I was planning to be on vacation this week, I have let go of the disappointment of a canceled trip and am appreciating the opportunity to slow down and have some quiet, creative…
Pretty & Sustainable Home Goods for Spring
With any new season, I love refreshing my home. And now that spring is nearly here, it feels so good to store away the last of winter and bring forth all things green and floral. With that, I’ve acquired some new pretty items – many of which are sustainable and in spring colors. Remi Glass…
A Simple, Healthy Snack: Banana Chocolate Oat Bites
I have been on a health kick lately, trying to cut out all the additives and unnecessary ingredients often found in foods, and going for simple. This means I’ve been making a lot more of my own food, in addition to trying healthier easy alternatives like Daily Harvest (get $25 off here – I’m hooked)….
What Self-Care Means to Me
Self-care is quite the buzzword these days and gets thrown around in all sorts of contexts. To me, self-care simply means taking of myself. It means that my needs are met so that I can be the best person I can be. I practice self-care on a daily basis by: Eating healthily Taking brisk walks…