If you were unaware, today is actually World Mental Health Day. Piggy-backing on last weeks "Mental Illness Awareness Week", World Mental Health Day's purpose is to raise awareness of the many different types of mental illness's around the world. The more awareness that is raised and the more informed people are, the better chance there … Continue reading Mental Health in Fiction
For some odd reason, I have been in a terrible reading slump this Fall. Typically I can pinpoint a reason as to why this happens, but this time I'm truly at a loss. Thankfully, I think that I have finally come out of it after finishing The Thousandth Floor by Katharine McGee. I remember hearing a … Continue reading Review: The Thousandth Floor
October is finally here! This month is arguably my favorite in the entire year. I love love love the crisp air, crunchy leaves and gorgeous foliage colors. Growing up and living in Portland has made me grateful for the fact that we truly get to experience a cliche'd October. Whether you're local or just planning … Continue reading An October in Portland
The day itself is finally here! Happy Fourth of July everyone. Without further ado, here is my last outfit idea for celebrating America's birthday. Outfit: Dress // Necklace (similar) // Shoes I hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday! Enjoy the sunshine, barbecues and fireworks.
Alright guys here is my Fourth of July outfit number two! If you missed yesterdays post and the first outfit, check it out here. This outfit is definitely the most casual of the three and probably the exact outfit I'm going to wear on the Fourth because its just so comfortable and cute. Outfit: Sweatshirt … Continue reading Red, White & Blue: Outfit Number Two
One of my favorite parts of celebrating the Fourth of July is getting to put together an outfit that coincides with whatever I'm doing that day. Living in Portland, I've always found that there is an abundance of things to do on the Fourth. Whether it's going to the local high school to watch their … Continue reading Red, White & Blue: Independence Day Outfit #1
In the past year, while attempting to keep up with current beauty and fashion trends (note the word *attempt*) and have noticed the brand Glossier taking the beauty industry by storm. Known for their minimalist approach and clean aesthetic design, Glossier prides themselves in putting skincare first and makeup second, even keeping their makeup options … Continue reading Glossier: A New Cult Classic?
Well hey there everyone. I know that I've been MIA on here for the last few weeks, but I have been crazy busy with work (job #1 and job #2) AND I've had a super severe case of writers block. It's like I've had all of these things I wanted to say and post about, … Continue reading Reading Wrap-Up
Happy Tuesday all! As I think I mentioned in my last wrap-up, I have actually been able to get back into my reading groove. Today I am going to be reviewing my three most recent reads: two contemporaries and one thriller. The Perfect Stranger by Megan Miranda- First off, let's just admire how beautiful this cover … Continue reading Reading Wrap-Up
Do you ever just feel like you're not in the mood to read a book and want to watch something, but really don't want to commit to starting a TV show or movie? Well, that's me quite often. And that is EXACTLY what Youtube is for! If you aren't familiar with Youtube, then you might … Continue reading Vlogger’s to Watch
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