Life can be stressful sometimes. It is inevitable that you will have good days and bad days. But when a bad day strikes and you feel like the world is weighing you down there is hope. I have made a quick list of the top ways to de-stress your life now. Before you know it you will be feeling happy again! #1 – Take A Soothing Bubble Bath I don’t know about you but no matter if it is 80 degrees outside or 10 below zero nothing calms me more than a bubble bath. I suggest making a soothing cup of herbal tea and taking along your favorite magazine or…

Fall is my favorite season of the year. I love the way the leaves turn shades of red, orange and yellow. The way the cool air hits my face and best of all pumpkin spice everything. Today I have put together a bucket list of activities to do in the fall. I hope you enjoy some or all of these fun autumn activities with family, friends or even solo. #1 – Go Leaf Peeping Seeing the fall foliage at peak is one of my favorite activities to do in the fall. Growing up in Vermont, a state that prides itself on beautiful fall foliage, I suppose it is in my…

Your home is your sanctuary. Its where you find comfort, share meals and spend time with family and friends. A place to get away from the chaos that can consume our world. Today I want to show you how to take advantage of using a small porch to create a peaceful retreat. To create the sanctuary of your dreams I believe you need to bring some of the indoors outside. What I mean is incorporate comforts of indoor living like throw pillows, rugs, lighting, plants and decor to the outdoors. This site contains affiliate links. If you purchase an item from a link I may receive small commission from that…

There are so many reasons to swap out traditional beauty products for non-toxic make-up & skincare options. First of all , with non-toxic beauty products you can be assured that there is no testing on animals. Secondly, when you make the switch to non-toxic make-up & skincare products you can be assured that all ingredients are natural and free from harsh chemicals. Disclosure: This page contains some affiliate links . Please know that I may receive a percentage or commission from a link included on this page, at no cost to you. I will only recommend a product or service that I have used or believe has substantial value to…

The phenomenon of running barefoot may bring to mind images of carefree hippies or our ancient ancestors. Truth be told that before I read the best selling book Born to Run by author Christopher McDougall I had never considered running barefoot. Why would anyone want to try running barefoot? It’s a question I would have asked myself prior to reading Born to Run. I would worry I would step on something sharp and hurt myself more than my current running injuries. But the book Born to Run provides a stunning case for why running barefoot as opposed to super cushioned sneakers is better for you. The cliff note here is…

Winter is a beautiful time of year. The holiday season brings out cheer, peace and hope. But among all of the winter beauty many can feel overwhelmed by the holidays, the shorter dark days and chilly temperatures. The winter blues, as they are commonly called are a real phenomenon that effects about 14% of the population of the United States. Get Active One of the best ways to combat feeling down is to get exercise. If you are not an outdoor skier or snow shoe enthusiast that’s okay. Simply going for a walk outside will boost happy feelings. Sometimes when you feel down the last thing you want to do…

Today’s post brings a personal Stitch Fix review. It seems like everything these days is shipped in a surprise box! From meal cooking boxes such as Blue Apron, to cosmetic surprise boxes like Birch Box and clothing package brands such as Stitch Fix are all generating a new model of loyal subscription customers. This post contains some affiliate links. That means that I may receive a commission from a link in this post at no cost to you. Convenience, as well as the surprise nature of mailed deliveries have made this concept a stellar success. “In 2018 Stitch Fix generated $1.2 billion dollars in its fiscal 2018 wth earnings of…

So you’ve just finished watching yet another episode of Property Brothers on HGTV where they completed another fabulous home makeover. Now more than ever you desperately want to give your start a home makeover yourself. The only problem is, well, the cost. I mean who has an extra $50,000 in the bank for a new kitchen and master bath, am I right? But, even if you can’t invest in a major home makeover project now, there are budget friendly ways you can elevate your home today. I have crafted a list of simple and low cost home decor items that will instantly makeover any room of the house. The best…