1.25 Billion Animals Have Died in Australia's Wildfires - Here Are Organizations To Support

1.25 Billion Animals Have Died in Australia's Wildfires - Here Are Organizations To Support

The wildfires in Australia are devastating. There’s luckily a lot of publicity about the fires now, but there are a bunch of small organizations that aren’t getting as much attention. These volunteer-run non-profits are working tirelessly to find injured animals, distribute food to starving creatures, and providing medical care to the injured and orphaned wildlife. I’ve spent hours looking for the small organizations that are struggling to get funds to support their work. So, I want to share the resources I found and encourage you to help the rescue and rehabilitation efforts with a monetary donation.

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A Year of Music: All of My 2019 Playlists

A Year of Music: All of My 2019 Playlists

I’m a music fan, and I like sharing the new tracks I discover. You may have noticed listening to my Instagram Story videos that I like some sweet tunes and funky jams. My style is pretty eclectic ranging from Sam Cooke to Childish Gambino and Fleetwood Mac to Sylvan Esso. I’m all across the board but I like a good melody, a nice head-bopping rhythm, and some strong vocals. All this to say, if you like some of the music I share, you just might like the other songs. So, you can listen to the tunes I’m digging on Spotify!

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Declutter Challenge! 20 Projects to Kick Off 2020

Declutter Challenge! 20 Projects to Kick Off 2020

It’s the first day of a new decade! January is the month of decluttering when we get the itch to start fresh and get some post-holiday clutter relief. So, I thought we should declutter and organize together! I’ve compiled a list of 20 projects to tackle as we welcome in 2020 to get our homes a bit more organized. I’ll be doing these projects (and sharing daily progress in Instagram Stories!) so join me, why don’t you!?

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10 Things to Do With Scrap Christmas Greenery

10 Things to Do With Scrap Christmas Greenery

‘Tis the season for covering our houses in Christmas greenery (if you celebrate - or if like me, you just love greens). There are so many things that can be done with the small cuttings off those pine trees or boughs from the garland. So, if you have spare scraps, read ahead. Or, if you’re late to the decorating game, on a tight budget, or living in a small space, here are some ways to bring the greenery in without the fuss.

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Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies - Blog Hop Cookie Swap!

Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies - Blog Hop Cookie Swap!

I teamed up with a handful of blogger friends to share cookie recipes for the 2019 Blog Hop Cookie Swap! I’m bringing you a vegan pumpkin chocolate chip cookie that’s ooey-gooey, soft, chocolatey, and pumpkiny. Plus, it tastes like it’s missing absolutely nothing even though its free of egg and dairy. And you know what that means - you can eat the dough raw! My recipe is below and at the end of the post are links to all of my blogger buds’ holiday recipes.

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An Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree that Looks Like a Real Tree and Smells Like a Real Tree

An Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree that Looks Like a Real Tree and Smells Like a Real Tree

I’ve been brainstorming how to have a pretty, smelly, and green Christmas tree in my home without the ecological guilt of cutting down a living tree. And you know what, I found it! I made my own tree with real tree branch scraps so it has the same look and same delicious smell as a real tree. Oh I’m smitten!

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A Built-In Buffet Refresh

A Built-In Buffet Refresh

The dining room sold me on the house with the built-in buffet, the plate rail, the picture rail, the swinging door, and the room dividers. Swoon! But, I ended up just putting random tchotchkes behind the leaded glass, and filled the drawers with junk. It was nothing to write home about and I feel bad for neglecting it for so long. So, I gave it a quick weekend refresh!

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