Whether it’s because you saw an awesome craft idea or just want to have something fun to do, you’ve decided that you want to learn how to make your very own jewelry. However, you’re standing in the jewelry aisle at your craft store, and you’re puzzled. What is an eye pin? Do I really needContinue reading “DIY Jewelry Tips For Beginners”
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Self Care Tips for the Busiest Person
If you didn’t know this already, September is Self Care Awareness Month. And, I can not stress this enough. Self care is important. And, okay. I know what you’re thinking. I don’t have time to self care. Some of you reading this are in college and are juggling classes and part time jobs. Others areContinue reading “Self Care Tips for the Busiest Person”
Book vs. Movie: Crazy Rich Asians
I did something that’s a bit unusual for me — I saw the movie before I read the book. Usually, whenever I’m interested in a movie or TV show that was originally a book, I have to read the book first. That usually results in me usually never seeing the movie and reading the bookContinue reading “Book vs. Movie: Crazy Rich Asians”
Book of the Month August Reviews
August marked the first month for me being a member of the Book of the Month (BOTM) Book Club. Since I am a new member of the club, I was allowed to get an extra book for free, which was awesome. The books I chose were The Dinner List by Rebecca Serle and Goodbye ParisContinue reading “Book of the Month August Reviews”
Book Review: Leah on the Offbeat by Becky Albertalli
Move over Rainbow Rowell, John Green, and Sarah Dessen. There is a new YA author in town — Becky Albertalli. Becky Albertalli is the author of three wonderful books — all of them intertwined. They are: Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda, The Upside of the Unrequited, and the latest, Leah On The Offbeat. TheContinue reading “Book Review: Leah on the Offbeat by Becky Albertalli”
Why Kim Kardashian’s Weight Loss Comments Are Flat Out Offensive
Kim Kardashian isn’t exactly my favorite celebrity. Recently, my opinion of her downgraded even further — if that was even possible. On Sunday, Kardashian’s sisters Khole and Kendall Jenner complimented her weight loss. These compliments weren’t just the typical oh you lost weight, you look great ones. Oh, no. According to an article in Women’sContinue reading “Why Kim Kardashian’s Weight Loss Comments Are Flat Out Offensive”
6 Books On My TBR Shelf That I Can’t Wait To Read
As an avid reader, it’s safe to say that my TBR (to be read) pile is massive. And, that assumption is accurate. I often buy books at a lot faster rate than I could ever read them. However, as I work through my TBR list, here’s a few that I’m dying to get to. MyContinue reading “6 Books On My TBR Shelf That I Can’t Wait To Read”
Fitbit Versa: Something That In Fact Could Give Apple A Run For Its Money
I’ve been a huge fan of Fitbit for a while now. Last year, I purchased the Charge 2 and instantly fell in love with it. As a runner, it served as a stopwatch and a method to keep track of how far I was going. Additionally, it also was a great way to mark myContinue reading “Fitbit Versa: Something That In Fact Could Give Apple A Run For Its Money”
4 Tips On How To Maintain Friendships As An Adult
When I was in school, it was so easy to get together with friends. In high school, you had a few different options — wait until lunch, an extracurricular activity, or after school to see your friend. In college, it was the same thing. You saw your friends in between classes or on the weekends.Continue reading “4 Tips On How To Maintain Friendships As An Adult”
Book Review: All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin
With titles such as Something Borrowed and Baby Proof on her bibliography, Emily Giffin is hands down one of the queens of ‘chic-lit’ literature – next to JoJo Moyes and Sophie Kinsella of course.However, in her latest novel, All We Ever Wanted, Giffin begins to stray from her roots. The result? One of the bestContinue reading “Book Review: All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin”
