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Debra Schoch is an artist from rural Northern Michigan best known for her whimsical, festive,...
Taking photos of the moon using your iPhone can be a challenge. You look up...
Halloween is less than two weeks away (!!!), so I thought I’d share some of...
Welcome to another installment in the Garden Diaries series, where I share the ups and...
Looking for a gift for the book lover in your life? This is the gift...
Finally, finally, FINALLY- it’s dahlia season here in the Northwoods. From a cold and rainy...
One thing about me is I don’t believe there is such a thing as having...
If you’re a blog lover (like me!), you may find it difficult to keep up...
Keeping my long, highlighted hair healthy can be a challenge, but using the right leave-ins...
I am well aware that it is still summer, but I have decided to fully...
Welcome to another installment of the Garden Diaries, a series in which I share all...
I’ve been journaling for a long time, and I think it’s a great way to...
It’s been a while since I have sat down to write a “What I’m Liking...
Welcome back to another installment of the Garden Diaries series, where I share what I’m...
In case you somehow missed it, a huge solar storm this weekend caused the Northern...
Welcome back to part three of my Easter decorating series for 2024! Can you believe...
Debra Schoch is an artist from Michigan known for her whimsical papier mâché folk art...
Happy March! It was actually 55 degrees and sunny at one point this week, which...
– Summary – Why I love the Corkcicle Cold Cup XL: It’s durable Keeps drinks...
I’m lucky to live in a location with little light pollution, making stargazing and looking...
In the Garden
Welcome to another installment in the Garden Diaries series, where I share the ups and...
Finally, finally, FINALLY- it’s dahlia season here in the Northwoods. From a cold and rainy...
Welcome to another installment of the Garden Diaries, a series in which I share all...
Welcome to another installment of the “Garden Diaries” series, where I share what I’m growing...
My favorite flowers of all time are peonies (although Dahlias are a close second). I...
Welcome back to another installment of the Garden Diaries series, where I share what I’m...
Welcome to a new series I’m calling the “Garden Diaries”, in which I will be...
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Debra Schoch is an artist from rural Northern Michigan best known for her whimsical, festive, and unique folk art papier mâché figurines. About 20 or so years ago, Bethany Lowe...
Halloween is less than two weeks away (!!!), so I thought I’d share some of the spooky decor we have around the house this year. From light-up pumpkins to the...
I am well aware that it is still summer, but I have decided to fully commit to the whole “Aug-tober” thing because I am so ready for fall. Today we’re...
In case you somehow missed it, a huge solar storm this weekend caused the Northern Lights to be seen all over the US. It was pretty cloudy where I live...
Welcome back to part three of my Easter decorating series for 2024! Can you believe that it was already time to spring our clocks forward today? It seems like the...
Debra Schoch is an artist from Michigan known for her whimsical papier mâché folk art figurines. I grew up seeing her pieces decorating our home during the Easter, Christmas, and...
Happy March! It was actually 55 degrees and sunny at one point this week, which is very warm for this time of year where I live. The unseasonable weather and...
Happy New Year! To start off this new year, I’m actually going to go back and do a little Christmas recap. My holiday season was extremely busy, probably like a...
Halloween is over, which means the Christmas season is upon us. I am definitely one of those people who thinks that the Christmas season officially begins at midnight on November...
My sweet boy turned 14! October 11th was our black lab’s 14th birthday, which is crazy since it seems like he was a tiny pup yesterday. Benjamin Junior (or just...
It’s fall, which means it’s harvest time. The growing season is fairly short here, but we managed to grow quite a few fruits and veggies. Check out everything we grew...
Fall is one of my favorite times of the year, and it’s especially beautiful where I love. Here are some of my favorite parts of being home during fall: The...
BEAUTY
In this post, I have compiled over 50 gift ideas for the “girly girl” on...
One thing about me is I don’t believe there is such a thing as having...
Keeping my long, highlighted hair healthy can be a challenge, but using the right leave-ins...
– Summary – Why I love the Foreo Luna Mini 2 Face Cleansing Device: Very...
From high-coverage concealers to pigmented blushes and hydrating lip oils- drugstore makeup brands like E.l.f.,...
IT Cosmetics, founded in 2008 by Jamie Kern Lima, is known for its high-coverage, skincare-based...
– Summary – Why I love the IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream:...
Spring is in full swing around here- the crabapple trees are blooming, it’s been warm...
If you are shopping for your mom’s birthday, Mother’s Day, or Christmas and need some...
Olaplex is famous for its patented bond-building technology used in its various haircare products and...
Whether on Pinterest, Instagram, or TikTok, you have likely seen the “cold girl” makeup look...
I have really enjoyed watching the increase in popularity of skincare over the past few...
It’s officially the time of year when big puffy coats, warm blankets, and humidifiers have...
This is the first “What I’m Liking Lately” of 2024. I’ve had a good start...
We’re back to listing my 2023 favorites. Today’s topic-makeup! For some context, I am a...
READING
Looking for a gift for the book lover in your life? This is the gift...
It’s been a while since I have sat down to write a “What I’m Liking...
If I were to imagine the perfect fall day it would definitely include curling up...
Happy official first day of summer! The weather is warm, the sun is out, and...
While we may be taught to never judge a book by its cover, these editions...
If you’re a reader, you have likely heard of Kindle Unlimited, or KU as those...
Hello and welcome back to another “What I’m Liking Lately” post! It’s odd to think...
While we are already in the third month of 2024, I don’t think it’s ever...
I’m back again with my 2023 favorites. Today’s focus- books! I love reading, and wish...
JOURNALING
I’ve been journaling for a long time, and I think it’s a great way to capture memories, reflect, plan for the future, and unleash creativity. Today I’m listing some of...
As fall rolls in with its vibrant colors and cozy vibes, it’s the perfect time to dive into journaling. That’s why I have made this list of 40+ journal prompts...
Hello, and happy Saturday! It’s the start of a new month, which feels like a mini fresh start. I have been doing a bit more journaling than usual, including using...
Ready to wrap up the month and get ready for a new one? Use these 5 journal prompts to reflect on the highs, lows, and everything in between of the...
Journaling every day can feel like a tall task. Sometimes I don’t feel like I have the time to sit down and write out detailed paragraphs about my day, and...
It’s officially February, which means Valentine’s Day is coming up very soon. Whatever your relationship status, check out these 5 journal prompts to reflect on your ideas about the holiday...
The beginning of a new month always feels like a mini fresh start to me, and I like to reflect that in my journal. If you want to do a...
How is it already the end of January? Time has been flying by so quickly. I feel as if I was just writing down New Year’s journal prompts to start...
I love journaling, and I use certain daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly prompts to reflect and, honestly, just because they’re fun. However, there are times when I want to mix...
As a new month begins, it’s the perfect time for a mini fresh start or reset. Journaling can be a great way to reflect, set intentions, and create new goals...
I’ve had a journal or diary ever since I can remember. When I was younger I wrote about my day in school and doodled pictures of my dog and dresses...
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