Finding partnership in life is a journey. And when we do find that spark, thinking about how well we'll live together is often the furthest thing from our minds. But when time passes and we settle into our routines our most relaxed selves…
The holidays are here, and that means houseguests. So what do you do? Do you run to the store to buy new things? Search Yelp for a 24 hour emergency cleaning company? Don't fret, none of that is necessary. Instead, in…
I love the Holiday season and nearly everything about it. From the decorations to the music to the family and friends downtime, it's just a great time of year. But, like many others, there are times I feel guilt over…
It's time for the annual git exchange with friends and family. If the idea of bringing more things into your home (that you probably don't need) causes you some stress, you are not alone. You know how it feels, so…
Earlier this month I was asked by GoodHousekeeping.com to share some top tips for a successful morning routine. It got me thinking about routines in general. Why we set them? How many do we need each day? And what happens when a…
It's easy to forget about holiday items - you only see them once a year, and the rest of the time, they're tucked in a dark corner. And since our holiday decorations aren't staring us in the face everyday, we…
I've been working really hard to pare down this year, and it's been a great feeling! But with the holidays coming up, I'm a bit worried. Between my family, who is big on gift giving, work gift exchanges, and friends, I'm…
Labor Day has come and gone, as has the autumnal equinox, so while the days might still feel a bit summery, our nights have cooled, and we are officially in fall! I recently shared some stories with DNA.info on how to get an apartment…
I have a late summer birthday. As a kid, this was fun because my mom would help me to throw a fabulous party in our back yard with pinwheels and cute games like 'Pin the tail on the donkey'. There…
When I was a kid, we had multiple cabinets filled to the brim with decorations for any occasion you could imagine. If it was your birthday, did you want balloon themed plates? Or animals in birthday hats? Simple “Happy Birthday”…
For many, Mother's Day is a time of reflection, a day to think about the relationship that we have with our mom. As I look around my home preparing for this piece, I see my mom's influence everywhere. I see a…
December is the season of holidays, visiting, and gifting. For those of you who have a holiday gathering to attend but have not yet had time to get a gift, don't worry, there are plenty of options out there that…
I'm having a holiday get-together in a tiny apartment, how can I maximize space and make people feel at home?