Two years ago I put together a holiday gifts that give: under $30 to shed light on some awesome stores that are giving back in life changing ways. As I said in my first gift guide, “when purchasing products like these, I firmly believe in sustainability because it is more than just providing a meal (which is great) but also about CREATING opportunity for a lasting solution.” Many of these products will directly help women and men around the globe…
About a week ago I was on a plane heading to the Catskills of NY for the perfect Fall getaway complete with smores, mountains, and a cozy mountain lodge. Having recently moved to Florida, the heat the last few months was quite the adjustment and I was desperately longing to pull out my leather jacket (or any layer). While writing this post I find many other items I could have brought if the trip lasted longer ( I wish it could…
Lately I have been getting in a habit of self care before a day or even a few hours of travel. Whether I take the time a day before or the day of (if you have a later flight) it really helps set the slate clean before a trip. Usually this would be before a long-haul or cross country flight but this can be done before shorter trips as well (any sort of travel deserves some self love)! These self-care…
In light of the recent Typhoon Yutu that hit the Northern Mariana Islands, I found myself reediting and looking through photos of my time there. The group of islands near Guam is made up of Saipan, Rota, and Tinian dwelling in the Pacific Ocean. Have you heard of them? My first trip to Saipan was to attend my brothers wedding, but I ended up being pretty sick for the majority of the trip. Thankfully years later I found myself living in…
Cotton On dress | Old Navy mules | Mac lipstick There is a reason Florida is the place for endless summer. The summers are hot and the Fall season is not much cooler. Rumor has it the weather drops in November but who can wait for Fall hues and outfits till then? Similar to my Summer into Fall packing list, I suggest summer clothes with a touch of Fall. This dress from Cotton On is the perfect green for…