What’s In My Weekend Bag: Portland Edition
Many of you don’t know this because I talk about Seattle so much, but I was actually raised in Oregon. Hillsboro, to be exact, which is roughly 20 minutes outside of Portland. I’m beyond excited to go home for the…
Your Winter Reading Guide: 6 Cozy Books You’ll Love
As an avid reader and traveler, it should come as no surprise to anyone that this post is going out today. There is nothing I love more than reading on planes, trains, and automobiles. I’m also absolutely guilty of listening…
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…
The Best 7 Things to Do Solo in Munich
Another wonderful stop on my 8-week sabbatical abroad was none other than world-famous Munich. From the medieval architecture to the largest pretzels you’ve ever seen, Germany has been on my bucket list for years. Being able to go during the…
3 Easy Thanksgiving Desserts You Can Make in a Flash
Thanksgiving week is here, and let’s be honest… sometimes there’s just not enough time to spend hours in the kitchen. Between travel, family, and all the prep for the big day, the last thing anyone needs is a complicated dessert…
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…
My Favorite European Christmas Markets
I cannot believe this year will mark two whole Christmases since I quit my job to travel for eight months. During that time, I made a point to visit some of the world’s most magical holiday markets – both the…
Best Cottagecore Recipes for a Cozy Fall Kitchen
It’s that time of year when my kitchen feels like the heart of my home, filled with simmering soups, stews, pies, and one-pan meals that make everything smell wonderful. This season has already been full of cozy, delicious moments, and…
