Bread Machine Baking is Messy, Hilarious & Absolutely Worth It
I never thought I would say this but we got a Cuisinart Compact Automatic Bread Maker for the holidays last year. Well, I suppose I should say “Future Mr. Trip Side did” – but since what’s his will soon be…
Spring Garden Goals & What I Hope to Grow This Year
Being raised in the PNW has taught me a lot about forestry, recycling, and, strangely, weather patterns. Maybe it’s because we’re always under a cloud of rain out here, which is exactly why everything is so lush and green. But…
Is Life Better Without Instagram? My Honest Thoughts After 3.5 Months
It’s officially been 3 and a half months since I left Instagram and, it wasn’t because I think social media is evil. In fact, I work in digital marketing. I know firsthand how valuable social platforms can be for small…
April Wrap Up: New Car, Little Gardens, A New Niece!
This spring and summer are going to be the best, I just know it. While I only have a few travel plans this year, I’ve decided to stay close to home and soak up as much Pacific Northwest sunshine as…
Making My New House a Home: Sunflowers, Furniture Finds, and Adventures with Family
Well, my darling readers – Hello from Spokane, WA! It’s been a minute since my last update, but life has been a whirlwind of excitement with my new job and new rental since June. While I haven’t done much traveling,…