Personal
The unfiltered stuff. Life updates, personal milestones, blogging goals, and everything in between. This is where I just talk to you.
5 Ways to Romanticize Winter Even When It’s Gray
Being a winter person comes with a reputation. People love to poke fun the second it snows or on a particularly cold, rainy day (especially in the PNW – “why live here?”). But the thing about winter isn’t the cold…
Support Small Businesses: Best Etsy Gifts Under $25
This year, I made a pact with myself to do my best to shop small during the end-of-year holiday season. I’ve been looking at Etsy a lot, primarily because I know what it’s like to watch small businesses struggle while…
Cozy Night In: My Go-To Movies and Snack Pairings
It’s safe to say that everyone I know is on a bit of a budget these days. Staying indoors and finding ways to use what you already have is top of mind. So, in the spirit of the winter months…
My Cozy Holiday Gift Guide for Homebodies
Though I wouldn’t necessarily call myself a homebody, I would say my life looks very different than it did just two years ago, when I quit my job to travel around the world for eight months. That adventure taught me…
10 Ways to Bring a Little Magic to Your December
December is here, and it’s the perfect time to slow down, savor the season, and add a little teeny tiny bit of magic to your days. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply enjoy the cozy winter season, these…
Welcome to 24 Days of Cozy: A New Take on Blogmas
Welcome to 24 Days of Cozy, my friends! This year, I want to talk about Blogmas. While it’s a wildly popular challenge among bloggers, I find it a bit dis-inclusive to other holidays around the winter season. After all, Blogmas…
Extra Cozy And Inclusive: My Holiday Bucket List
This year feels a bit different from every other year. We’re managing a lot of schedules and trying to work around each other to find one special day to celebrate. Normally, my family meets in Spokane since that’s where my…
Feeling Thankful, Finally Settled, and So Grateful
For the first time in my life, I feel settled and at home. It’s a quiet kind of joy. I woke up thankful this morning, surrounded by my tiny little comforts, and I had a moment of peace and reflection.…
Autumn Favorites: My Monthly Reading, Watching, and Cozy Life Recap
This month has been full of small joys, cozy moments, and new experiences – the perfect kind of autumn vibes. I’m sharing my favorite fall reads, binge-worthy shows, seasonal treats, and cozy wardrobe picks in this quick monthly recap. Whether…
The 3 Trader Joe’s Fall Treats Worth Picking Up (If You Love Maple as Much as I Do)
The Trader Joe’s Autumn craze is real—and it’s so easy to overbuy! Overconsumption is its own problem, but what I’ve also noticed is that when we overdo it, the items we buy sometimes stop feeling special. Instead of savoring, we’re…
