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Keep Your Look Fresh with Madewell Jewelry
Madewell has some of the best jewelry right now. All available at an affordable price point, I’ve found that their pieces can quickly elevate a basic look, becoming staples in anyone’s wardrobe. Madewell jewelry also allows me to keep things fresh without looking like I raided a teenager’s closet. Below, you’ll find my 6 favorite […]
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27 Book Reviews and Lots of Ideas for What to Read Next
I have worked hard to bring you my latest book reviews, and Ellie is the reason why. Late last spring, I made the mistake of telling her that I had challenged myself to read through my growing pile of unread books over the summer. She immediately turned it into a competition. She dared me to […]
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7 Days in Rome and Tuscany with Kids
In 2019, Keegan and I took a trip to Italy with Ellie. We flew into Rome and then joined friends at a Tuscan villa. It was as incredible and obnoxious as it sounds. A travel enthusiast, I spent a lot of time researching what we should see and eat. In this post, you’ll find our […]
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Jewelry Brand to Watch: OMA
Last year when more influencers promoted black-owned businesses, I discovered and quickly fell in love with OMA. The brand offers a range of modern jewelry that manages to feel both fresh and timeless. I first snapped up the Tonia Hoop and the Patricia Bracelet. In addition to being high in quality, they are also beautifully […]
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New Reading List and Book Reviews
Reading has always been one of my favorite ways to escape, so it’s no surprise that while we’re living on the hell mouth, I’ve upped the ante. I also have almost nothing else to do in my free time, but read. Over the last few months, I’ve read at least 17 books. Reviews for each […]
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15 Great & Affordable Artwork Resources
I’ve loved art since I was a little girl. It fills me up in the same way that books and music do. I remember the first time I went to someone’s home that had “real art” in it. It added character and interest and immediately made me feel at ease. Since that time, I’ve worked […]
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The Best Overnight Face Masks
I love a beauty moment. Pampering is always my jam, but like many of you, it’s not something I have a ton of time for. While I could wear a sheet mask in the evenings, I prefer to be upright watching trash like Love Island, and I tend to completely forget about any other kind […]
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The Best Nail Polish for Your At Home Manicure
I love nothing more than freshly painted nails, but even before the Coronavirus hit, I rarely got a manicure. For years, I picked up nail polish at the drugstore or even Ulta, but I’ve recenlty developed a new obsession that works so well. For the best at home manicure, I can’t recommend the brand Nails […]
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What to Read Next
Earlier in this pandemic, I mentioned that I was reading my face off. Since that time, I’ve finished many other books. Most of those are listed below, along with a short review. I enjoyed nearly all of these and hope you like them as much as I did. What is not shown is the cathartic […]