Personal
The unfiltered stuff. Life updates, personal milestones, blogging goals, and everything in between. This is where I just talk to you.
4 Weeks and No Social Media: A Check In
Well hello, dolls! Welcome to my latest social media break check-in. I first shared my goals and thoughts when I started, followed by a two-week update. Now, four weeks in, I’m reflecting on what I’ve been up to, what I…
My Car Was Declared A Total Loss
What an adventure 2025 has been—and not one I ever want to experience again, nor would I wish upon anyone. This is an unusual post for me, not something I would normally write. But I feel the need to, because…
How I’m Saving Money this Year
Hello darlings! I don’t know about you, but last month was rough. To start, my car was declared a total loss halfway through (more on that later), and dealing with my insurance company—after having just paid for the next six…
Doing the Impossible: Taking a Break From Social Media
Hello, darlings! Life has been a whirlwind lately—scratch that, a full-on tornado! The past two weeks have been a rollercoaster of anxiety, and at the heart of it? Social media. Let’s talk about doom-scrolling. It has completely taken over my…
Goodbye, Goals! Embracing Intentional Plans for the New Year
Hello, Darlings! Let’s start with some honesty: I can’t say, “I can’t believe it’s the end of 2024,” because, let’s be real, I absolutely can believe it. And for 2025, I’m throwing out the idea of traditional resolutions and huge…
New Year’s Eve Night In Self Care
Is your head spinning yet? Yesterday, I shared outfit ideas for a night out on New Year’s Eve, and today, we’re diving into cozy vibes for a night in with self-care. Why the switch? Well, girl, I think I might…
New Years Eve Night Out Outfits
Not going to lie—I have no idea what my New Year’s plans are yet. Should I go out and try to find someone to kiss at midnight? Or should I stay in, throw on my coziest PJs, and eat grapes…
Living in the Moment & Happy Holidays
I definitely didn’t win any awards for Blogmas this year. Like so many of you, Christmas snuck up on me fast. Between settling into my new-ish job and still getting acquainted with my house, there was a lot to juggle.…
46 Ideas On How To Spend The Day Alone In Winter
Hello, my darling Tripsider friends! Do you ever want a full day alone?—a chance to step out of the house and treat yourself to a full-on solo date? Friends, if so, you’re in the right place! I’ve put together a…
A Magical Holiday Tradition: The Pacific Northwest Ballet’s The Nutcracker
This weekend was packed, and I’m proud to say that’s why I had to skip the past two days of Blogmas. In all honesty, I had one of the best weekends I’ve had in a while. I packed my days…
