Weekend Open Thread
Several months ago, I noticed someone on Facebook extolling the virtues of Luxardo cherries, particularly for cocktails. Innnnteresting, I thought, as my home bartending skills have … Continue Reading
Following your passion brings personal power and awakens yourself to the beauty of the world. It leads you to the heart of spiritual journey as it changes your thoughts, perceptions, and feelings. Finding your passion does not promise an easy lifestyle rather a rich life, open to hopes and possibility. Learn someone’s way of living, the things that persons or particular groups of people usually do and be amazed.
Several months ago, I noticed someone on Facebook extolling the virtues of Luxardo cherries, particularly for cocktails. Innnnteresting, I thought, as my home bartending skills have … Continue Reading
When you are renovating/updating a whole house like I am, you are kind of shopping for everything at all times, and affordable, yet cool lighting is … Continue Reading
We’ve covered this comfortable heel many, many, many times before on the blog — so I just thought I’d do a little Coffee Break to note … Continue Reading
The play kitchen is the heart of our home. Our children play with it daily. My husband and I love our unlimited supply of pretend meals, … Continue Reading
I love chocolate. Maybe you can relate? Sometimes, I find myself in the mood to bake something rich and chocolatey, but I don’t necessarily want an … Continue Reading
When the temperatures drop, my skin tends to get super dry and a little more sensitive than usual, so I like to amp up my beauty … Continue Reading
Happy Sunday! We are staying at my parents for a few weeks while we have our floors demoed and new flooring put in in our new … Continue Reading
If you listen to our podcast you might already know that I am a bit of a candle fanatic. I am almost always burning a candle … Continue Reading
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. I was so sad when The Limited filed for bankruptcy a … Continue Reading
The Seattle Times explored how the last year has changed how we dress and how we feel about clothes. Healthline talked to visually impaired people about … Continue Reading
I’ve discussed at length the amount I watched our Social Media Editor’s Bag Spill YouTube video before I started working here. I was desperate to make … Continue Reading
Since so many of us have started working from home the past year, I thought a home office wishlist was in order. I mean, I’ll admit … Continue Reading
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I just noticed that Nordstrom has a big section devoted to sustainable style, and I was intrigued to … Continue Reading
In my last fews years of adulthood, I’ve begun to start questioning a lot of the beauty myths I’ve been told my whole life. “You don’t … Continue Reading
Welcome to “Advice From,” an opportunity to introduce our community to some truly inspiring women. Every interview (including those featured on Advice From a 30 Something!) … Continue Reading
Peel and stick wallpaper (which is also referred to as removable wallpaper) has completely changed the way we decorate our homes—especially for renters like myself. It … Continue Reading
Editor’s Note: In honor of Black History Month, every product featured in this story is from a brand founded and owned by a Black woman. We … Continue Reading
I was scrolling somewhere on social media lately (Instagram, maybe?) and I got an ad for Birdies’ new washable loafers. I’ve been drooling over Birdies ever … Continue Reading
You know that moment in Cinderella (the Brandy version, obviously) when she spins around and her ballgown materializes out of thin air, shimmering in the moonlight? … Continue Reading
When sharing photos of the mid-century home we moved into a few months back, the first thing that people seemed to say is, “What is going … Continue Reading
For busy working women, the suit is often the easiest outfit to throw on in the morning. In general, this feature is not about interview suits … Continue Reading
Every time my friends come to my apartment, they leave with something. A sheet mask I’d like to share, a mascara I’ll never get to opening, … Continue Reading
This post was originally published in 2012. Since then, we’ve updated the post with a printable recipe card as well as the photos. The recipe is … Continue Reading
I never seem to time our Hunts for winter jackets correctly — I always intend to do them, and boom, before you know it it’s February … Continue Reading
My favorite writer Elizabeth Gilbert says, “If you are alive, you are a creative person.” We are all born to be creative. It doesn’t matter if … Continue Reading
You’re determined to make this the best year for your career yet. Your motivation is running strong, but when it comes to actually making this happen, … Continue Reading
Hello, hello. This week, we’re chatting about 2021 trend predictions! You can stream the episode here on the blog or on iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, TuneIn, Pocket Casts, and Stitcher. You can … Continue Reading
I bought these mask brackets for my 10-year-old son a few weeks ago from Etsy seller Vickiefreshart. They have made a huge difference in his tolerance … Continue Reading
Grand romantic gestures often get all the credit, but it’s usually the minor, daily ways in which we express love and connect with each other that … Continue Reading
It happens every few weeks without fail. I look up from my laptop as the clock strikes 5:30 p.m. and all of a sudden realize that … Continue Reading
Hi, hi!! I’m starting to feel like I’m coming out of the winter slump a little bit—my mom and sister are both high risk for COVID … Continue Reading
Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices. This coral color is one of my secret weapons for making … Continue Reading
This lovely emerald green top from ModCloth would be a great basic for WFH or in-office outfits. It’s loose and flowy enough that you could throw … Continue Reading
For better or worse, I became addicted to TikTok in 2020. More specifically, I became addicted to skincare TikTok. I followed beauty influencers like Skincare by … Continue Reading
Today, I’m sharing something a little different with you all. This is not really a “recipe” per se—or at least it doesn’t really feel like one … Continue Reading
Glamour shared that Ulta has pledged to double the number of of Black-owned brands they sell in 2021. Above the Law noted that Harvard Law School … Continue Reading
Once you get your rugs vacuumed and your bathroom floors scrubbed, there’s one big spring-cleaning task to-do left. It’s the task of tasks, the peak of … Continue Reading
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I always love the supersoft, washable fabric of Barefoot Dreams — and while I still love my circle … Continue Reading
In 2020, I craved more comfort foods, needed extra nourishment for energy that I lacked more than ever, and got bored cooking every meal (I miss … Continue Reading
When renovating a house, there are always a few (or a lot!) of quirks that you find and have to deal with. When we first toured … Continue Reading
It’s always fun to talk about morning routines, and it’s been far too long. In the past, we’ve discussed morning routines for successful people, whether you … Continue Reading
If anything, 2021 is the year of the anti-resolution. Gone are the days of writing down lists of everything you want to accomplish in the next … Continue Reading