As many of you may know, I have just gotten back from an amazing month-long vacation, from Nicaragua, to Costa Rica, to Maine and Boston! It was such a wonderful and exciting trip for so many reasons but now, as I sit here on my first night back, eating gummy worms and barbecue chips, I…
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Moving Abroad
In 2016, I moved to Australia. Although I was intending to be there with a partner, on the day I arrived he informed me that "he didn't actually want a girlfriend" (I know... it was beyond devastating at the time but we worked it out months later!). Regardless, I found myself completely alone in a…
Sugarfina Candy Boxes
Ok, some might find these a tad extravagant, but I think they are the PERFECT gift to always have on hand. A housewarming, dinner party, birthday, they are such a nice little gesture or addition to a bigger gift for nearly any occasion. I have begun stocking up on them anytime they have any sort…
KIP Sleepwear
If there is one thing that has really "sparked joy" for me recently, its finally investing in a really high quality pair of pajamas. When you think about it, what outfit gets more wear than pajamas? You sleep in them, lounge in them, cuddle in them - an old shirt just doesn't cut it. I…
My Favorite Shop
Although there are so many great places online and in-store to find fabulous things, my absolute favorite is The Cross Design in downtown Vancouver. The Cross is the home decor, jewelry, and accessories shop that dreams are made of. Absolutely everything they sell just screams 'lovely', from the gorgeous furniture, to the dainty fine jewelry…
What the Heck is Adulting?
26 is a difficult age. Half of my friends are getting married and putting down payments on houses, some are just starting masters degrees while others are finishing, and some can barely find their phones. We are all at such different stages of life, and it can be so hard not to feel "behind" or…
The Daily Edited Monogrammed Cardholder and Phone Case
I LOVE anything monogrammed. Phone cases, PJs, stationary - I love it all, and no one does it better than The Daily Edited! I fell in love with this company when I was living in Australia, where they are a household name. Although they are a bit on the pricier side, TDE products are durable,…
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Mepal Storage
Is there anything better than cute Tupperware? If you're anything like me, the odds of packing your own lunch go up 100% if you have adorable storage. These guys are made in Holland and come in a ton of gorgeous colors, are BPA free, leak-proof, dishwasher approved, freezer-friendly AND microwave-safe! I use mine every single…
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