Having a clean car is just as nice as the feeling of having a clean house. It’s like a fresh start! I try to keep my car clean at all times, but being that it’s white, it shows the dirt a lot quicker than I’d like and requires a little more maintenance. I don’t always have the time to give it a deep clean, but a quick touch up in-between washes usually keeps it looking pretty nice. The 10 minute car cleaning routine I follow requires minimal effort with zero soap and water…
How to Transition to a Green Lifestyle
I’ll be the first to admit I don’t live the perfect green lifestyle, but I’m working on it! April is Earth Month, so I wanted to get a head start on sharing how we can all make small changes to transition to a green lifestyle. It’s actually easier than it sounds, especially today when there’s more green products and resources within our reach than ever…
Post Workout Recovery Tips + How to Relieve Pain Naturally
I may only be 27 years old, but sometimes I feel like those numbers are flipped. 27 going on 72, or at least it feels that way more often than I’d like! Pain is exactly that- a pain to deal with! For me, it’s present on days when I’m not doing any physical activity and it’s also accelerated after I work out, but I refuse to let it stop me. If you suffer from any type of unwanted…
10 Things to Do After Getting Engaged
You’re engaged!! Now what!? Well first, congrats! Being engaged is one of the most exciting times, so be sure to soak it all in. By now you probably have a million thoughts running through your mind and you’re not sure where to even begin. If that’s the case, then I hope this post on 10 things to do after getting engaged helps you, because last year I was in your shoes too and I know the feeling…
Ways to Show Appreciation to Your Spouse
Can we talk about spouse appreciation for a minute? Let’s think about the men behind the blogs, the boyfriends, the husbands, those partners that are our other half and do so much for us. Sometimes I feel like a slacker in the show your hubby appreciation department. Can anyone else relate? It’s not that I don’t appreciate everything my husband does, and he does a lot, it’s that…
Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
I look forward to St. Patrick’s Day almost as much as I look forward to Mardi Gras. That’s because here in Louisiana, we find any reason to celebrate and throw a good party. When it comes to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Louisiana, it’s almost like an extension of Mardi Gras with all the parades, parties, and food. The St. Patty’s parades are full of decadent floats and beads just like Mardi Gras and there’s never a dull moment…
How to Combat Dry Skin
Have you tried to combat dry skin time and time again with no luck? Chances are you just haven’t found the right product and routine to combat your unwanted dry skin. If this applies to you, I know your struggle because I’ve been in your shoes too. After trying one too many products that didn’t get down to the root problem, I decided to…
The Best Time to Buy Electronics
If you’re in need of a new TV, phone, or other pricey electronic, chances are you’ve been holding back on buying that device because you’re not sure when the best time to buy electronics is. Luckily there are several times throughout the year when you can get the absolute best deals on a variety of electronics and save some money. If you’re not in immediate need…
Tips for Traveling with Dogs
I’ve had my fair share of traveling with pets, from 2 cross-country moves with two dogs, to subway rides in New York city (this time it was 2 dogs + a cat) and more plan rides than I’d like to count with Hailey my poodle. Traveling by plane with Hailey was by far the most stressful of them all. I was so nervous about both cross-country moves with two dogs in tow, but thankfully we were prepared and it went smoothly…
Weekly Meal Planning Tips + Bonus Tomato Basil Chicken and Rice Recipe
I love to cook meals at home, but if there’s anything I’ve learned over the years it’s that without weekly meal planning, cooking at home feels like a chore during the week. Meal planning is the only thing that helps us meet our diet goals, otherwise busy schedules take over and fast food and takeout starts to sound like the better option…
Galentine’s Day Brunch Ideas
Valentine’s Day is almost here which calls for the perfect excuse for a Galentine’s Day celebration! If you’re wondering what that is, Galentine’s Day is simply a day to celebrate your love for your gal pal lady friends! If you’re looking for ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day, you can do no wrong with a Galentine’s Day brunch in my opinion! It’s the perfect start to a full day with girlfriends…
Tips for Hosting a Football Party
The regular football season may be over, but luckily for football fans there’s still one more game to look forward to- the biggest game of the year! With the Big Game quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about football parties. To host or not to host, that is always the question! If you’re considering hosting a party for the Big Game this year, or better yet, hosting your first Big Game party, consider these tips…
