I love setting yearly goals. But, if I am totally honest, I am not historically great at meeting them. That said, in 2023 I did a much better job of making progress on my goals than I have in years past, and I am all about progress over perfection. Here are some things I did [...]
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Vlog 18 – Fall Hike to Mirror Lake and Condo Updates
A few weekends back we got lucky with a gorgeous, sunny pacific northwest weekend and took the opportunity to try a new hike in the Cascade Mountains. I've done a decent number of the easy-to-reach day hikes along the I-90 corridor and was excited to find a new stretch to explore. It did NOT disappoint. [...]
Vlog 17 – Condo Updates, Fall Hike to Mason Lake, and Shopping in University Village
When I bought my first home this year everyone asked me how it felts to be a homeowner. My reply was always, “it won’t feel real till something breaks.” Well, something did break and now I have to figure out how to fix it. In this vlog, I consider my options for my first home [...]
My Whole30: Experience and Lessons Learned
It’s now been several weeks since I finished the Whole30 program and the reintroductory period. I waited to write about my experience because I wanted to see how things went once I'd returned to a "normal" diet for a few weeks. Let's just say I won't be eating Oreos again anytime soon.
My Whole30: Motivation and Prep
I've been thinking of doing the Whole30 for over three years and finally committed to doing it in January of 2021. Hers's what i did to prepare.
Best of 2020: Fashion, Beauty, and Home Décor
There are so many products out there and having the input of the internet can really guide you in a positive direction. Lucky for me, most of the new brands and products I tried this year have been great. Here is my “Best of 2020” list.
How I Set My Goals for the New Year
Setting goals for the new year is fun, but most of the time we try to make too many changes or new commitments too quickly. Here's the simple process I use to help identify and prioritize my goals each year.
My Road Trip to South Dakota
At the beginning of August my younger sister and I piled into a car with my dad for a four-day adventure in South Dakota. Say what you want about the risks, I wasn’t about to sit out the one trip he’s insisted on since I was in the 7th grade.
How to Build a Camping Kitchen Kit
Going camping sounds like great fun, and it is, but it takes a lot of effort to gather everything you need for your two night city escape. That effort can often be more stressful than it’s worth. With a little planning you can make things a lot easier on yourself. Here's a checklist to help you build your camping kitchen kit.
The Best Things of 2020, So Far
wanted to share some of my favorite discoveries so far. I’ve included a few food and drink favorites, my top skincare saviors, my favorite new dresses, and a new jewelry obsession (because I need to spend that money I’ve been saving). I hope you enjoy!
What’s in My (Hiking) Bag: A Beginners Packing Guide for Day Hikes
If you’re looking for a way to momentarily escape from the craziness of 2020 and take a moment to breath, I highly recommend spending a day in the mountains, woods, fields, or whatever nature you have in your part of the world. It’s just good for your soul.
My Style Evolution: Why I love Colors, Prints, and Patterns
As I’ve gained an interest in fashion I’ve spent more time examining my own choices and identified a few ways in which my limited vision impacts my personal sense of style.
Rainy Day Rags 