Author Archives: nattbarletta

The Big E is Back! — Ringing In Fall at the Big E

The Big E is back. As many of you know, in 2020 the Big E didn’t happen because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, it was back, but face masks were required when entering buildings. Personally, I wore it outside. Last weekend, my boyfriend Eric and I boarded the Hartford Line and headed to Springfield.Continue reading “The Big E is Back! — Ringing In Fall at the Big E”

To Hell With the Side Hustle: Why I Challenge The Idea of a Side Job

Many people – including millennials – have side hustles, whether it’s waiting tables, behind the counter at Starbucks, owning an Etsy store, YouTube/blogging or tutoring. For some, it is out of financial necessity, especially with rising rent prices, student loans, and the fact that life is just plain ol’ expensive. However, I currently not oneContinue reading “To Hell With the Side Hustle: Why I Challenge The Idea of a Side Job”

Friday Faves: October 8, 2021

Natalie Barbu Videos: I don’t know how I discovered these videos, but I have been binge watching her videos lately. I find that she’s really relatable — especially when it comes with financial items. Many of us see these influencers who talk about their spending and their hauls. She talks about money, and I findContinue reading “Friday Faves: October 8, 2021”

My Favorite Trader Joe’s Fall Items

Trader Joe’s has many unique items, and the fall menu is no exception. I was watching a video from YouTuber and Influencer Brooke Miccio in which she taste tested all of their fall menu items, and I got the idea of sharing my favorite picks from their fall menu. And, let me tell you, theyContinue reading “My Favorite Trader Joe’s Fall Items”

Why I Think It’s Important To Resell Items When Decluttering

As a frequent Ramsey Network listener, one of the things that is highly recommended is increasing their income to get out of debt quickly. For some, this means getting a side job. For others, that means selling stuff. I have been dipping my toes on what it means to be a minimalist. As a blogger,Continue reading “Why I Think It’s Important To Resell Items When Decluttering”

Women Who Work: Natalie from Moonlit Stones

Crystal jewelry is one of my favorite types of jewelry. Natalie, the owner and founder of Moonlit Stones, has not only slayed the wire wrapped game, but also the social media game. She has over 13,000 followers on TikTok, and her Instagram is amazing as well. In between posting amazing content and making jewelry, NatalieContinue reading “Women Who Work: Natalie from Moonlit Stones”

The 5 Steps I’ve Been Taking To Practice Better Self Care

Creating more time for self care has become a priority for me as of late. For me, self care is something that may not be the most glamorous (or even something that I don’t always want to do), however, it something that is necessary. That said, all of these have an overall positive impact onContinue reading “The 5 Steps I’ve Been Taking To Practice Better Self Care”

Thriller Novels I want to Read This Fall

Welcome to the third day of Blogtober! I love this time of year, because it feels natural to curl up with a fantasy/thriller read. Thriller novels are one of my favorite genres of books, so I am definitely excited for this month’s potential TBR (I say potential because I always change my mind on whatContinue reading “Thriller Novels I want to Read This Fall”

Why Do I Blog? (2021 Edition)

Happy first day of October everyone! I figured I would kick off Blogtober by sharing why I started blogging in the first place, as well as my journey. I officially became a blogger in 2010. I started a blog and started writing blog posts full of my insights of my daily high school life. IContinue reading “Why Do I Blog? (2021 Edition)”