Body Image · Fashion/Beauty · Lifestyle · Personal

I’m Not Sure What to Do With My New Body

I have always been a relatively slender person. I have fluctuated a bit here and there, but I have never been what you would call a 'Big girl' until now. As 40 approaches, and my lifestyle is different than it has ever been my body just doesn't work the same way as it used to.… Continue reading I’m Not Sure What to Do With My New Body

Lifestyle · People Helping People

5 Ways to Give Back This Winter Without Breaking the Bank

The weather is getting colder and it's easy to take your warm home and winter gear for granted. There are so many people who are homeless that have to brave the elements without shelter, appropriate clothing, and even food. Photos in this post by Sergio Omassi at Pexels If you are like me, you see these… Continue reading 5 Ways to Give Back This Winter Without Breaking the Bank

Cocktails · Lifestyle

Planning a Great Gathering- Part Two: Drinks

Hey everyone! It's time for the second installment of my party planning adventure! Today we are going to talk about beverages. This can easily become the most expensive part of planning any party. There are a few tricks to keeping it within a budget while still making sure you offer something amazing to your guests. Here… Continue reading Planning a Great Gathering- Part Two: Drinks

Lifestyle

The Name Tattoo: What to Keep in Mind

Hello again from your friendly not-so-neighborhood tattoo artist! Even though I am no longer working in the industry. Tattoos are a large part of my life. My time in the studios was something I wouldn't trade for the world, and I'm grateful to be able to impart the knowledge I gained through my years as… Continue reading The Name Tattoo: What to Keep in Mind

Food · Lifestyle

Planning a Great Gathering- Part One: Food

Hello loves! Today I want to kick off a three part blog series on planning an intimate social gathering on the cheap! Keep watching over the next week or so, and follow me as I plan a small fall party at our home for mutual friends, as well as my husband's co-workers. You can expect… Continue reading Planning a Great Gathering- Part One: Food

Lifestyle

Choosing the Right Tattoo Studio/Artist. A How To from a Professional Tattoo Artist.

I have had some reader requests asking me to make a post about tattoos. As an experienced tattoo artist, this is one of my favorite subjects, so I am happy to oblige! I am not currently working as a body artist, but the years I spent in the industry were some of the best of… Continue reading Choosing the Right Tattoo Studio/Artist. A How To from a Professional Tattoo Artist.

Lifestyle

Preparing for Civil Duty: 10 Ways to Prepare for Jury Duty Service.

We all dread it. Jury Duty. As Americans (not only Americans have this type of judicial system, but, since I am from the US, I am going to write this from my point of view) we all know that as we become adults, that this is probably an inevitable part of our lives. At some… Continue reading Preparing for Civil Duty: 10 Ways to Prepare for Jury Duty Service.