There’s something about August in Maine that makes you want to hit pause. The days are still warm, the water is finally comfortable enough for a swim, farmers’ markets are overflowing with summer produce, and there are still plenty of long evenings left to enjoy outside. But somehow, summer also starts disappearing a little faster […]
Category: Lifestyle
The other day I was watching the morning news after my walk and they were doing a piece on how expensive dating is these days. Did you know that the average date costs around $200! It’s wild how expensive things have gotten. It’s easy to fall into the idea that date night has to mean […]
Open Instagram during school break or vacation week and it can feel like the entire world is traveling. Beach sunsets. Airport selfies. Passport stamps. Someone is always posting a café in Paris or a pool somewhere warm. And then there’s you… still at home. Maybe the timing didn’t work. Maybe travel wasn’t in the budget […]
Every year, without fail, there’s a point in late winter when everything starts to feel a little… stale. The candles that felt so cozy in January now feel heavy. The rooms feel closed in. The air feels still. Even my routines feel like they’ve been on repeat for too long. It’s not dramatic. It’s not […]
The new year always brings big plans. Travel goals, bucket lists, and dreams of places we want to explore. But let’s be honest, we can’t always hop on a plane every month. (Even when I worked at the airport!) This year, I’m bringing the adventure a little closer to home. Welcome to A Year of […]
January doesn’t need to be a dramatic reset. You don’t have to wait for a new calendar to build better habits, in fact, starting before the new year may be the smartest move you make. In my humble opinion. 🙂 These simple, realistic habits will help you enter January feeling calmer, healthier, and more in […]
If you’re short on time but still want your gifts to feel special, edible presents are the answer. They’re personal, affordable, and always appreciated. The best part? You can make most of these in under an hour. Whether you’re gifting teachers, neighbors, coworkers, or friends, these fast DIY food gifts look impressive without the stress. […]
We’ve all been there. The calendar flips, the pressure hits, and suddenly you’re out of time but still want your gifts to feel thoughtful and special. Good news: last minute doesn’t have to mean sloppy. Whether you’re picking something up today or sending a digital gift, these ideas are easy, meaningful, and guaranteed to save […]
One of my favorite ways to celebrate the holidays is by recreating dishes inspired by my travels or on my ever growing destination list . Food has this magical way of transporting us, one bite can take you to a Christmas market in Germany, a cozy café in France, or a snowy village in Japan. […]
Holiday gatherings are all about good company, glowing lights, and let’s be honest, great food. Whether you’re attending a cozy family dinner, a festive potluck with friends, or a workplace holiday party, bringing the perfect appetizer is an easy way to make an impression without spending hours in the kitchen. Here are some effortless yet […]
There’s something about October that makes me want to light every candle I own, make a mug of something warm, and dive into a story that gives me just the right amount of chills. If you’re feeling the same, I’ve got you covered! Here are a few books I’ve read (or have on my nightstand) […]
If you love to cook, then your kitchen is no doubt the heart of your home. Andrew and I really enjoy cooking. I love trying new recipes and making old favorites, Andrew loves to just throw something together and have it come out incredible. One of the major reasons for our renovation was to make […]
Oh hello there! It’s been a hot minute since I’ve done one of these. Summer is over and I am back in the classroom with my kindergarteners. It’s always a shock to the system, starting a square on with these tiny humans. You forget how much they grow over the year. Andrew and I also […]
Have you ever had a mooncake? I had my first one a few days ago and it was delicious. I took a baking class with my brother a couple weeks ago. We spent the afternoon learning about the history of mooncakes while molding a dozen to bring home with us. Just in time too! Mooncakes […]
This past Mother’s Day we spent our Sunday in a beautiful barn in Bowdoinham, Maine. Andrew’s brother and our sister-in-law have picked up the hobby of glassblowing and thought it would be a fun experience for my mother in law. It was an afternoon of laughs, yummy food and just a bit of broken glass. […]
Got those post trip blues or haven’t traveled in a while? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there! Andrew and I haven’t traveled outside of New England in over a year due to our home renovations. That’s a super long time for us. I LOVE to jump on a plane and wake up in Europe, so […]
Happy Friday! How is it May already? I’m glad that we are in a new month, it means that the end of school countdown can begin. I am SO ready for summer and much needed relaxation. This week’s finds include some Negroni tips, a summer book list and a meatless round up. Best Vermouths For […]
It’s time for another date night in! This time around we’re doing a Greek inspired night. I’ve never been to Greece, it was our original honeymoon destination but we never made it. We went to The Adirondacks in upstate New York instead, totally comparable right? haha! It’s still on my list of places that I […]
Happy Friday! I’ve been on April Break this week and the plan was to go to France but it didn’t work out. The unpredictability of stand-by travel. That’s ok though, I had a nice staycation and the weather in Maine has been really nice. Spring is in the air. This week’s finds include a Sunday […]
Well, this was an interesting week. Sunshiny, warm days at the beginning of the week and then Maine got walloped by spring storm. If April showers bring May flowers, I’m curious what April snowstorms bring. 😉 With over 18 inches in some areas, many of us are still trying to shovel out. All this time […]
TGIF! This was one of those super long weeks. The weather wasn’t great, I still wasn’t feeling 100% and I had two days of parent teacher conferences. Talking to parents for hours on end is not my favorite thing. On a bright note, I was able to work on my little book nook! It’s coming […]
