Caribbean · Jamaica · Other Resorts · Travel

Jewel Paradise Cove Resort | Runaway Bay Jamaica | Affordable Travel

Jewel Paradise Cove Resort Runaway Bay, Jamaica Dustin and I stayed here at Jewel Paradise Cove in Runaway Bay, Jamaica during week two of our February vacation. To recap, I stayed at Sandals Grande St. Lucian with my family during week one. We looked at A LOT of different places before booking this trip and… Continue reading Jewel Paradise Cove Resort | Runaway Bay Jamaica | Affordable Travel

beauty · Fashion/Beauty · lifestyle · Product Reviews

Achieving & Maintaining Whiter Teeth Without Giving Up What You Love

Achieving & Maintaining Whiter Teeth Without Giving Up What You Love Who doesn't want whiter teeth? I mean come on, we all do! The problem is, we don't all have the time or money to invest in getting them professionally whitened - especially if that means giving up some of our favorite things, such as… Continue reading Achieving & Maintaining Whiter Teeth Without Giving Up What You Love

faith · lifestyle · Open Letters

Being an understanding person doesn’t mean you have to agree with everyone

Being an understanding person doesn't mean you have to agree with everyone For a long time now, I've gone out of my way to view everything and everyone objectively. Naturally, we all bring our own experiences, baggage, fears, loves, views, etc. to the table. And not that everyone always means to, but all of those… Continue reading Being an understanding person doesn’t mean you have to agree with everyone

Travel · virginia · Wineries

Charlottesville Wine Tasting Suggestions

Plan Your Tasting Weekend: Check Out These Charlottesville Tastings This Fall Wine tasting is a fun weekend date with friends year-round, but there’s something quintessential and autumnal about going to tastings in the fall. Check out some places to check out this fall and some tips for making your weekend getaway everything you imagine. Please… Continue reading Charlottesville Wine Tasting Suggestions

lifestyle · Organization

How to Stay Organized in 2019 | My Planner + Tips

How to Stay Organized in 2019 I've gotten a few questions about what planner I use and how to stay organized. This is the exact planner that I use for all of my appointments, deadlines, reminders, and dates. It is literally my lifeline; I think I would explode if I lost it. I like that… Continue reading How to Stay Organized in 2019 | My Planner + Tips

lifestyle · Mental Health

18 Things I learned in 2018

18 Things I learned in 2018 Isn't it getting a little too late for "New Years Posts?" Maybe. I've actually always hated the concept of "New Year's Resolutions." We shouldn't HAVE to wait until a New Year to push the restart button. However, it does give us a good excuse to hit it if we… Continue reading 18 Things I learned in 2018

Blogging · lifestyle · Money · Travel Tips

How to create a budget for 2019 & WHY you should

How to Create a Budget for 2019 & WHY You Should Introduction and Background: I've always been pretty smart and aware of my money and spending habits. Though, I'm not going to pretend like I don't spend (and sometimes blow) A LOT of money. This post isn't going to be a cookie cutter budget for just… Continue reading How to create a budget for 2019 & WHY you should

Blogging · lifestyle · Tools

How to Edit Photos | The Best Free Photo Editing Apps

How to Edit Photos As someone who runs a business creating, sharing, and essentially selling things and ideas on the internet... photos are pretty important! I want my content to be as colorful, clear, and clean as possible. I don't want anything to come off as fake or misleading - but no one wants to… Continue reading How to Edit Photos | The Best Free Photo Editing Apps

Travel · Travel Tips

Travel Packing List | My Step-by-Step Packing Strategy

Travel Packing List The first step of packing for ANY trip should include making a list. I don't care how often I travel, if I don't make a list... I will forget something. It happens every time. Sometimes, even where I make a list - I will think of something later and not add it… Continue reading Travel Packing List | My Step-by-Step Packing Strategy

fashion · Fashion/Beauty

Cute Cold Weather Accessories (2018)

Weekender's Winter Edit: Cute Cold Weather Accessories I haven't always been a fan of wearing "extra" cold weather accessories. BUT, I hate being cold... so here we are. Plus, they have gotten much more fashionable in the last few years. So, I have rounded up my favorite cute cold weather accessories in this post! Gloves:… Continue reading Cute Cold Weather Accessories (2018)