Pic Source - CCO License Hello. I'm at that fun stage of life where my brain insists we're 22, my birth certificate more than doubles that number, and my lower back has made the seamless transition into one-floor living in a retirement community. Currently, my hobbies have expanded to include ... » Learn More about Elevating Your Outdoor Space
Fixing Stuff
Now that my childbearing years are *sniff* behind me, I'm struggling to embrace the next phase of life: a work-at-home mom of three trying to reclaim her body and home. This series chronicles my attempts at getting healthy, and creating a prettier, more functional space for my family AND my work. I guess it's time to get rid of the maternity clothes, too.
Stuff No One Tells You Before Becoming a Homeowner: AKA Help…
I thought buying a house would feel like crossing some invisible finish line into adulthood, as if the keys would come with instant confidence and a matching set of dishes. HA! Realistically, it has been more like standing in the bathroom, plunger in hand, or my husband yelling, "Is that the one?" ... » Learn More about Stuff No One Tells You Before Becoming a Homeowner: AKA Help…
Get Summer Ready with These Home Improvements
I don't know about you, but when summer hits, I'm not trying to add things to my to-do list. In fact, I'll blatantly ignore that list just to walk around aimlessly outside, basking in the sun. Listen, western Pennsylvania winters aren't kind, okay? To guarantee yourself more quality summer time ... » Learn More about Get Summer Ready with These Home Improvements
Pain-relief Creams & Other Things I Now Keep in My Desk Drawers
Way before it was, like, all the rage, I've worked remotely from home. I love it because it's best for my family and I rarely need to get dressed from the waist down. That said--and stop me if you've heard this one--sitting for hours isn't healthy. Sigh. Slowly, the pounds began accumulating and ... » Learn More about Pain-relief Creams & Other Things I Now Keep in My Desk Drawers
Free Cookies & Other Uphill Battles
I'm at a corner table in the coffee shop I frequent every Wednesday when, without a word, the gracious owner places a fresh-out-of-the-oven cookie next to my laptop. She waits with expectant eyes, proud of her confection, willing me to take a bite. The delectable aroma of hot chocolate chips wafts ... » Learn More about Free Cookies & Other Uphill Battles