It's the season for giving, but great gift-giving doesn't have to break the bank. It just means you'll have to spend a little more time thinking about what the recipients in your life want or need. Here are a few cheap Christmas gift ideas to get you started. Best of all, most of these products are from Amazon. This beautiful personalized mug from TinyPrints. Also, get 25% … [Read more...]
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving! My family and I are cooking a huge feast this year, we have a lot more mouths to feed. I encourage you all to forget about dieting and enjoy a weekend full of delicious food and gut-busting laughter. What are your plans for the big day? Side note: I met David one year ago today. Happy anniversary, baby 😘 Photo via Honestly Yum … [Read more...]
The Best Spiked Pumpkin Cheesecake Pumpkin Pie You’ll Ever Have!
Over the years, I've repeatedly tweaked my pumpkin cheesecake pie recipe and not to tune my own horn — but I think it has finally reached ultimate status. Whoop, whoop! So without further ado, here's my updated and foolproof spiked pumpkin cheesecake pie recipe. I Hope you enjoy some version of it this upcoming Thanksgiving. Ingredients (for two pies) 2 cans of pumpkin … [Read more...]
My Ultimate Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe
For some, the turkey is the star of Thanksgiving dinner. It inspires speculation and awe, but most often than not, it can be a complete letdown. There's nothing worse than gazing ravenously at a golden turkey only to have that anticipation peter out as you bite into a piece of meat with the texture of cardboard. I've come to think of myself as the turkey whisperer. … [Read more...]
Did You Vote?
Election day is here. It's important to exercise your most sacred right and vote. It wasn't that long ago that a large portion of our population (women) were denied the right to vote. In fact, so many people have died to ensure that we could be included in this process called democracy. Today, more so than any other day of the year, we have the power to incite change. What's up … [Read more...]
The Only Boots You’ll Need to Buy This Fall
If you're looking to rev-up your style this fall, consider investing in a pair of over-the-knee boots. I can't imagine my favorite skinny jeans and knit-sweater combo without them. There has been a resurgence in footwear styles over the years and I always look forward to the next innovative trend. This season seems to be all about the heels — bright-colored cigarette lighter … [Read more...]
This Easy Trick Will Keep Clothes Wrinkle-Free Without Ironing
Wrinkled clothes is one of my major pet peeves. Have you ever struggled to pack without rumpling your crisp button-down shirt? If so, here's a clever trick to keep your clothes wrinkle-free the next time you travel. Don't fret, It doesn't require jamming a bulky iron into your suitcase. Steam your clothes in the shower Hang your clothes somewhere in the bathroom and shut … [Read more...]
Slugfest Presidential Election Ends in 9 Days – And It’s Not Soon Enough
I've been unable to look away from what's happening in this train wreck presidential election. Like it or not, Hillary Clinton's campaign has illuminated the subtle and sometimes blatant sexism women have endured for decades throughout the country. I'd personally like to thank her for changing the American discourse. On the other side of the equation, Donald Trump has gone … [Read more...]