DIY holiday gifts for are the best! I would rather get a homemade gift than any other kind. I never thought I’d say that, maybe it’s a true marker for my age that I’d rather have something someone put time and thought into than a random gift bought at the last second. I still have homemade gifts friends and family made for me decades ago. There’s something just so thoughtful and warm about using gifts people made with you specifically…
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Movies to watch for Halloween. It’s Halloween! Which is one of the best times of year, if you ask me. Any excuse to dress up as your favorite _________ (fill in the blank), party with friends + family, and eat candy is a-okay with me. As an adult the very best kind of Halloween for me is one where I get to stay home, wear a wig or comfortable stretchy-pants costume of some kind, and watch a good Halloween movie. …
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A list of good books to read right now. If you’re interested in reading more, but don’t know where to start, this is for you. If you read plenty, and you’re out of ideas, this is for you, as well. Let’s talk about some fun, good books I’m loving right now. It’s been awhile since I’ve recommended books in my online book club, so I’m amending that situation now. Here’s a current list of 4 books I really liked: …
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Happy first day of fall! Though I tend to resist the end of Summer sun and fun, I admit I always welcome this change into the fall season. I’m ready for cooler temperatures, to pack my flip flops away and inhale some crisp fresh air. I’m ready for the football games and pumpkins and the dappled golden-gray light of autumn afternoons. Fall is like a reset button for wardrobe, my home, and my soul. It’s a giant pause, a breathing deep and…
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Bridget Jones is one of the most lovable, relatable female characters in books and film from the last 20 years, so you can imagine Bridget Jones fans everywhere (or maybe just me) were wary about the new 3rd installment in the series. How can you really improve the ending from the second book and movie? I mean, #MRDARCY4LYFE. But take my word for it: this might be the best Bridget Jones movie yet. The movie opens with Bridget, predictably alone…
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Time to freeze onions! Did you know you can freeze onions? I came upon this kitchen hack accidentally one night while cooking dinner. After I made dinner I had half an onion left over I didn’t want to throw out, so I hurriedly chopped it up and stashed it in a Ziploc bag in the freezer. I had no idea if it would keep or not, but it didn’t hurt to give it a shot. The next time I made…
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Organizing the main closet in your life can make such a difference in the way your day-to-day life flows, and is so easy to do with just a few easy steps. Check out the simple 5 steps to closet organization below. Step 1: Take everything out of the closet The best way to figure out what you have and what you want to get rid of is to pull everything, and I mean everything, out of the closet. Lay it…
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Chia seed pudding recipe. A couple years ago when chia seed pudding became a thing, I tried a few recipes to see if I could like it enough to add it into the rotation of healthy treats in my life. Chia seeds are full of antioxidants, fiber, calcium, and loads of protein, and when chia seed pudding is topped with berries or granola, makes for the perfect breakfast. So I tried chia seed pudding, I liked it, and now make…
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Oh, how I love this pesto recipe. It’s so simple, and so delicious, and so versatile, and so pretty to look at. The peppery basil, zesty garlic, nutty undertones and the fresh grated parmesan are a magic combination. Most people associate pesto with pasta, which is delicious, but we also love it on sandwiches and panini, grilled chicken, steak and salmon. This particular recipe is the result of little last minute improvisation, and it turned out to be fantastic. It all…
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