“Should I get a dog?” They’re furry and sweet, they look at you with those big eyes and waggle their bums with joy with you walk in the room… but is a dog for you? After years of dog sitting, I made the leap and decided to get my own dog. I had moved to …
It was the best of times; it was the worst of times. Was that written about summertime? I think maybe so. I love outdoor fun in the summer, especially over the holidays like we just celebrated. But that fun generally comes at the price of bug bites. This post contains affiliate links meaning clicks or purchases …
This article contains affiliate links, meaning purchases made through included links may result in Splendry earning a small commission, at no cost to you. A few years ago, I was the type of woman who would wear high heels most days. I enjoyed the way they looked and felt. Then, I broke my foot. Since …
Ah, the big M- MOVING. Most of the time moving comes with a significant life change- a new job, a new relationship, maybe a growing family. But behind the excitement underlies a web of logistical planning that must take place. And I speak from experience- I have moved four times in the past three years. …
Podcasts are the new black. Well, that is how it seemed in the fall of 2014, when Serial burst onto the scene and introduced many people who had never listened to the medium. As a self-proclaimed podcast connoisseur, I was delighted! Finally, I was not the outlier among my friends in podcast enjoyment! What is …
I have accepted that I don’t like to cook. It’s not the actual cooking that bothers me, it’s the organization and planning required. So when I saw a blog I follow had a referral link to try HelloFresh, I gave it a shot. At 3 meals for $20, it was worth it to try. I live …
As a human child, like many others, I wanted the things I didn’t have. In particular, straight hair. I did not appreciate my wavy hair at all. I used to process that hair straight! However, one of the perks of growing up and meeting the right people in life is that you start to not …
There are 20,000 podcasts, according to Google, and new ones every day. And let’s be real, there are a lot of mediocre to bad podcasts in the world. Starting a new podcast usually takes a ramping up period as the show finds its feet and voice. But sometimes a new podcast springs out of the gate, …
Years ago a good friend of mine turned me on to the world of estate sales. Considering I love a bargain and have a penchant for vintage items, I took to it like a fish to water. A lot of people seem interested in estate sales, but many have questions, so I thought I’d give you …
One of my favorite podcasts to recommend to friends is Judge John Hodgman, on the Maximum Fun network. You may know John Hodgman as a stand up comedian or as “The PC Guy” from the Apple commercials a few years ago. He is also an author, Daily Show Correspondent, and all around clever fella. Weekly, …