Today I continue my ode to all things fig by featuring my favorite fig-scented beauty and home products! I’m a huge fan of this pretty scent; it’s fruity, green, earthy, and all-around beautiful. It always feels a bit elevated to me compared to most fruity fragrances. As I was planning this post, I realized I … Read More
You guys already know how much I love my vanilla perfumes! But what’s a girl (or guy, for that matter!) to do in the summer when most cozy vanilla fragrances feel too heavy, thick, or cloying? Not to fear! I have pulled together here a guide for vanilla lovers who want to wear something that … Read More
With summer and hot temps in full swing, I thought it was high time to share my favorite citrus freshies with you guys! A ‘freshie’ is a perfume composed of mostly lighter notes such as citrus fruits and aquatics that feel cooling and refreshing when the weather is hot and/or humid. The words zesty, uplifting, … Read More
Hi everyone and happy July! Do you have any fun plans for the long holiday weekend? We’re mostly sticking around home but have a few family get-together plans that we’re excited about. We also have a bunch of overgrown plants (and plenty of weeds!) to tackle in our backyard so I’m looking forward to getting … Read More
Happy mid-June! It’s almost summer but you’d never know it here in the rainy Pacific NW where we seem to be stuck in the mid-60’s. Mind you, I am NOT complaining! I love cooler weather and around this time last year, we had consecutive 100+ degree days that were absolutely miserable! I know plenty of … Read More
Who’s gearing up for their summer activities and plans?? We spent last week tidying up our backyard, scrubbing the grill, stringing up outdoor lights, and setting out the patio furniture. We then kicked off grilling season with a lovely BBQ with some of our best friends over the weekend. It was a wonderful and relaxing … Read More
Hello all and happy Wednesday to you! I’ve been spending the last couple of weeks tidying up my yard and getting things ready for hoped-for sunnier days ahead. I have some newly-purchased annuals and succulents patiently waiting in the wings to be planted. Spring is such a lovely time of refresh and renewal! 🌼 Another … Read More
Happy Friday! Spring has definitely sprung in my yard and I am absolutely loving it! It’s so satisfying to be able to pull blooms from my very own garden for the pictures in my posts here. Plus, it saves money and a trip to the market which is always a win! Today I’m sharing my … Read More
Howdy, friends! Anyone else experiencing the craziest weather ever lately?? In one week alone, we had a 73 degree day (I left the front door open all day for the first time since last September!) and then got snow 5 days later (I turned the electric blanket on my bed back up to 7!) Yep, … Read More
Happy April, everyone! No foolin’ around here today, I’m just sharing my favorite of the current shower gel offerings from Bath & Body Works. I’ve tested all sorts of different scents and spoiler alert: they’re all pretty fabulous. They’ve got a wide selection of everything from sweet candied scents to clean, cottony offerings that will … Read More
