The Best Places to Stay in Tampa, Florida
Planning a Tampa getaway? Here are the best places to stay in Tampa, from convenient hotels to luxury resorts, along with cozy Airbnbs and everything in between!
The Best Cat Scratchers
A common complaint among cat parents is that they scratch furniture. Cats seem to scratch at carpet and upholstery most, but can be known to scratch all kinds of home surfaces. And it can be quite annoying, either because of the noise or because of the destructive nature of the action. However, there are a ton of great cat scratchers out there that can help curb the behavior. Explore the best cat scratchers here!
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Green Decorations for the Home
As my favorite color, I’m always looking for great green decorations for the home. Our house is a mix of blues and greens, which conveniently compliment one another. There are lots of different ways to incorporate green into your home decor, just as there are so many greens to pick from. I personally lean towards emerald green home decor pieces, as evidenced by my office. However, I’m in no way opposed to lighter or different shades! Here, I’m sharing some green decorations that have caught my eye lately!
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Book Review: The Tower by Flora Carr
As a devoted admirer of Mary Stuart, I hold historical fiction about Mary’s life to high standards. I am pleased to say that The Tower by Flora Carr met — and exceeded — those expectations. Read my full book review here:
Insights on the Shaky Knees Music Festival in Atlanta, Georgia
Centrally located in downtown Atlanta, the Shaky Knees music festival is an indie and rock music lover’s dream. Brett and I attended the 2024 Shaky Knees festival and had a great time! It was our first time attending the music fest, and I was very impressed with the lineup, event coordination (for the most part), and venue in general. If you’re looking to attend this music fest in the coming years, I wanted to share some insights about our experience and information you might find useful! Read on for details of our experience at Shaky Knees in Atlanta:
Everything I Read This Month: April 2024
April was a big month for me in terms of reading because this was the month I discovered the magic of Emily Henry’s books. I read three of her books this month, including her newest release, Funny Story. Besides these highly emotional contemporary romances, I enjoyed a variety of historical fiction and even dabbled into psychology non-fiction in the form of Toxic Positivity by Whitney Goodman. So, here’s what I thought of everything I read in April!
Book Review: Funny Story by Emily Henry
Funny Story by Emily Henry is a top-notch opposites-attract romance full of the witty banter and emotional nuance the author is known for. Read on for my thoughts on the novel, along with my favorite quotes from the book!
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is coming up! Whether you’re looking for something for your own mother, or other mothers in your life, I have curated are some great gift ideas for you.
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Keeping Cats Calm with Feliway Pheromone Products: Cat Mom Life
Cats can be pretty anxious little creatures. Or, if they’re not anxious, they can be pretty…well…catty. Learn how we keep cat fights and catitude in check and keep the cats calm for travel and vet visits with Feliway Pheromone Products!
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The Best Breweries in Tampa for Craft Beer Lovers
Tampa Bay, Florida, is home to nearly fifty breweries, ranging in size from small microbrews (including Florida’s oldest microbrewery) to large-scale operations. As new residents of the area, Brett and I have been enjoying trying out the many breweries Tampa has to offer. Read on for my guide to the best breweries in Tampa for craft beer lovers!