Earlier this summer, I posted in my favorite facebook group for female travelers. I had heard crazy stories about renting a car and driving on the Autobahn, and wondered if doing it myself was crazy."Don't do it, it's not like driving in the cities in America!""You won't be able to read or understand the traffic signs!""There's a reason they tell you to put your car in ... Read More
This Spa Getaway is Sure to Strengthen Your Marriage
This Spa Getaway is Sure to Strengthen Your Marriage This is a sponsored blog post on behalf of Lake Austin Spa Resort, but my love of spas and travel excites me about this resort! As a travel blogger, I’ve scoured the globe for some of the best destinations this planet has to offer (I'm a huge fan of spa getaways, too!). From the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul to ... Read More
The Perfect Airport Style
This year, I flew over thirty times. At the beginning of the year, I started out packing a ton of clothes. The more and more I traveled, the more frustrated I got with luggage getting lost, or having to take an hour out of my travel time to wait for my luggage to arrive.I'd usually show up to the airport in yoga pants and a hoodie. However, I made a commitment to ... Read More
This Midwest Family Vacation Spot is “Better Than Disney”
Visit Overland Park sponsored this post.When I was little, my dad took my sister and I all over North America by car. He was a driver with Greyhound for 23 years, so long road trips were nothing for him. With a family of my own, I strive to instill my love of travel with them, too.Just last month I tweeted to ask my followers where they recommend we go this winter:Just ... Read More
The Solo Female Traveler’s Guide to Cinque Terre
I was in Cinque Terre for Laura Belgray's writing workshop in June. Bianca is the one who runs these tours - so if you book one, let her know I sent you. You'll adore her.The workshop was held at Riomaggiore's famous castle, Castello di Riomaggior. The castle itself isn't really anything special - but the hike to the top provides some spectacular views.Getting to Cinque ... Read More
How to Spend a Week in NYC with Kids
Over the summer, I won a trip for two to New York City compliments of Dannon. We could go any time we wanted, so I picked the week of Thanksgiving so that we could check out the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. I decided to pay to have my youngest daughter join us while my husband and toddler stayed home. It was such an incredible experience - from Dannon having a LIMO pick us ... Read More
CHEAT YOUR WAY TO DRESSING REMARKABLY {& GO FROM BLAH, TO BEAUTIFUL IN 1 SIMPLE STEP}
CHEAT YOUR WAY TO DRESSING REMARKABLY {& GO FROM BLAH, TO BEAUTIFUL IN 1 SIMPLE STEP}There are times when I am at least 165 world’s away from feeling remarkable. Like after every baby I’ve ever had, or when I’m sad, or stressed. Or when I’m sleep deprived because my 4 year-old has Disney witch dreams, and my 10 year-old has growing pains, and my 12 year-old hears ... Read More
How to Use Your Bullet Journal to Help You Write a Book
How to Use Your Bullet Journal to Help You Write a BookWriting a book is no easy feat. There is a lot that goes into it, even after the original idea. Perhaps you're like me - you've been wanting to write a book for years, but never really took the leap until just now. Some people struggle to ever finish a book because they get stuck at a certain point and then don’t know how ... Read More
How to Go from Hobby to Business
Are you thinking that you'd like to turn a hobby into a business? What are your hobbies? Is your hobby something that people often comment on and suggest you sell? Those people could be right, you know. Many hobbies can double as money makers! You have your creative outlet, although it can be very lucrative, too! If you have started to think about taking your hobby from just ... Read More
5 Tips for Planning a Girl’s Getaway
If you're anything like me, you love getting away from it all every-so-often. You spend so much time managing your household, family schedules, housekeeping, and work, you just need some adult conversations sometimes! It's totally ok! I try to plan a getaway with just the girls at least quarterly, sometimes more often. It can be as simple as a weekend in Chicago, or a weekend ... Read More
Top 5 Family-Friendly Places to Visit in Colorado Springs
This blog post is sponsored by the Colorado Springs CVB, but my love for Colorado is all my own.It’s no secret that Colorado Springs is one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations…but it’s also packed full of family-friendly things to do! I’ve curated a list of the top 5 family-friendly places to visit while there. Space Foundation Discovery Center I think ... Read More
1: Coping with Fear in Life and Business
Episode 1: Coping with Fear in Life and Business Fear can be crippling. It costs us time, money, freedom, and our dreams. Here's how I conquer fear so that I can achieve anything I want in business and in life.Join us live in Chicago September 22-23, 2018 at Weekend to Launch - LIVE ... Read More
Hideous to Epic: Fixer Upper Flooring Makeover
This post uses affiliate links.Good bones, I told my husband as he side eyed me...watching me trace my fingers along the basement staircase wall where the railing used to be, judging from the trio of little holes. We bought a fixer-upper.It was a cute little ranch home in a great neighborhood practically across the street from the K-12 school in our tiny town. We got the ... Read More
Yes, You Really Do Need a Divorce
You need a divorce. That's right, it’s time for a divorce but, don’t worry. I’m not telling you to leave your partner. I am telling you to leave your attachment to outcome.Every behavior results in a consequence. Even doing nothing is consequential so, I’m not suggesting that you shouldn't have any expectations about results. I’m referring to a tunnel-vision like focus on ... Read More
How to Create a Capsule Wardrobe for Travelling
Nothing is harder than trying to mix travel and style. You’re either sweaty and stressed out from hauling your enormous suitcase up a million stairs to your cosy hotel in Santorini, or you’re stuck in an outfit that screams “tourist” and none of the cute locals even lift as much as an eyebrow in your direction.Travelling in Europe and Asia as a fashion designer has taught me ... Read More
