Looking for a quick, romantic winter getaway? In this Swiftwater Hotel review, I’ll share how this new Poconos property surprised us with something unique – private heated plunge pools right in your suite and a stunning indoor/outdoor heated pool where you can swim while snowflakes fall around you. Yes, you read that correctly. […]
My mom once gave six hundred dollars to a woman crying outside of a United Way so she could pay her rent and avoid becoming homeless. My mom didn’t have six hundred dollars to spare. She rarely had any money at all. For my big events — graduations, my 21st birthday — she’d write me IOUs that […]
What are you up to this weekend? My boyfriend Freddie just met my dad and brother, and we were both so nervous beforehand. (My dad can be famously stern!) Thankfully it went really well. Hope you have a good one — take gentle care of yourself — and here are a few links from around […]
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How are you feeling? The news cycle feels like a tornado that’s sweeping us all up. But here are two things I’m keeping front of mind about what’s happening in the U.S. right now (and please share your thoughts in the comments)… 1. Stay steady, stay focused. The Trump administration created a specific plan for […]
One of the first recipes I learned how to cook was queso. One of the first critters I almost killed was an armadillo. That’s growing up in Texas, sweetcheeks. (My car thumped over the armadillo. He was fine, honestly. That shell!) My childhood queso recipe was simple: Slice a wobbly inch of Velveeta from the […]
Seasonal flowers delivered for four weeks, $45/delivery, or a bunch of pink bodega flowers. Plumping lip balm, $24, with a serious cult following. A guest check print, $100, which the artist Julia Rothman will customize for you. Dame’s bestselling vibrator with a steady rumble and a curved handle. The reviews say “best ever,” “game changer” […]
Whenever I meet a fellow mom, I feel like I’ve struck gold, since I know that during 20 minutes of chatting, they’ll probably end up dropping a legit helpful parenting hack. On that note, I asked a few parents their tried-and-true tips, and here’s what they said… Something I’ve learned myself: 1. Always keep small […]
*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the National Fire Protection Association. When we think about keeping our homes safe, 5 easy ways to prevent fires at home often get overlooked. We usually focus on locking windows and doors or installing a security system, but fire is a major […]
Pairing the perfect glass of wine with a cheese board or a delicious dinner is a slice of heaven. In this Wine Access review, we’ll explore how this online wine shop makes it easy to find the best wines by curating boxes of rare and limited selections, delivered straight to your doorstep. But, […]