For my birthday, I traded the usual celebrations for a road trip to Chapel Hill, North Carolina. My day started at Spring Haven Farm, surrounded by playful baby goats and peaceful countryside, before ending under the lights at Davis Rodeo Ranch. Between laughter, cowboys, and an unforgettable story about loyalty and resilience, this trip turned into something far more meaningful than I ever expected.

From dancing to Sabrina Carpenter at Lollapalooza to late nights, spontaneous plans, and celebrating my best friend’s birthday, this trip was equal parts chaotic and carefree. With good music, indulgent food, and a go-with-the-flow mindset, it turned into one of those unforgettable weekends you wish you could relive.

Cleveland, Ohio quickly became a highlight of my Summer 2025 road trip, thanks to a stop at The 27 Club. This edgy, aesthetic coffee shop blends bold design with unforgettable drinks. I tried the charcoal-activated Iced Diablo Latte and the soft pink Blonde Don iced coffee — both delicious, but the Blonde Don stole the show. If you love unique coffee spots, this one is worth the stop.

Every summer, Dewey Beach turns into one giant party for the legendary Running of the Bull at The Starboard. Inspired by Spain’s famous tradition but with a Delaware beach-town twist, the event brings crowds dressed in red, flowing drinks, and nonstop music to the streets. From ocean swims to dancing crowds and Starboard cocktails, this Dewey Beach tradition is equal parts chaos, fun, and unforgettable summer energy.

There’s nothing quite like the Barefoot Country Music Festival in Wildwood, New Jersey. Imagine thousands of country music fans, cowboy boots in the sand, and live music just steps from the ocean. From festival fashion and outfit inspiration to iconic photo spots and beachside concert vibes, this post shares my experience at Barefoot Country Music Festival and what it’s like attending one of the most fun summer country festivals.

Walking into Warped Tour 2025 felt like stepping straight back into my teenage emo era—just with louder bass and better eyeliner. From screaming along to Simple Plan to spotting Jeffree Star like it was peak MySpace days, every moment felt nostalgic. I grew up on Avril Lavigne, Asking Alexandria, and We Came As Romans, but this year I also discovered new favorites like Holy Watr and The Dark. Warped Tour reminded me why the chaos, music, and mosh pits will always feel like ho

We took the morning train to New York to celebrate an engagement weekend filled with Broadway lights, skyline views, and slow city wandering. From Aladdin on Broadway to dinner at Wolfgang’s and rooftop drinks at Ophelia Lounge, every moment felt electric. We ended the trip with breakfast at The Smith before heading home — tired, happy, and already planning our next visit.

ApollyCon 2025 was such a fun experience! It was a five-day bookish event hosted by Jennifer L. Armentrout, held from April 9–13 at the Gaylord National Resort in National Harbor, Maryland.

Nashville stole my heart with its southern charm, iconic murals, live music, and unforgettable bites. From sipping a Monkey Mocha at Frothy Monkey to indulging at Five Daughters Bakery and brunching at The Buttermilk Ranch, every stop felt like a scene from a country song. Add in the What Lifts You mural, a distillery tour, and live music at Tin Roof, and you’ve got the perfect Music City getaway. Grab your coffee and let’s get komfy in Nashville!

This southwestern salad is a perfect meal for a bright summer day. With spinach, avocado and radish, this salad is a light meal that will not weigh you down. This meal is detox friendly, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan friendly. This salad features healthy greens and plant-based proteins. If you don't share my love of crispy tofu, add in extra black beans but be mindful of the calories if you are tracking your numbers. Avocado adds in healthy fats to help your lubricate you

Chicago turns all the way green for St. Patrick’s Day, and this road trip did not disappoint. From checking into my River North hotel and sipping matcha for the vibes, to watching the iconic river dyeing and ending with late-night waffles, every day was packed with festive fun. If you’re planning a spring getaway to the Windy City, here’s your guide to where I stayed, what I did, and my favorite sweet stop.

Doughnuts were made to dunk into your morning coffee. These vegan doughnuts are simple and easy to make for a weekend brunch or a weekday morning. Ingredients Vegan Doughnuts 2 cups of all purpose flour 2/3 cups of granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 bananas (replaces two eggs) 1 cup of almond milk Vegan Glaze 1/4 cup vegan butter 1 & 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 tablespoon of hot water If you want to take a shortcut you can also use Bisqui

I love rice bowls: sushi bowls, teriyaki bowls and now pineapple bowls. Try brown rice or cauliflower rice as your base, add your veggies, pick your sauce and eat!  Gluten Free Soy Sauce Coconut aminos are a popular, naturally gluten-free alternative to soy sauce that can provide a punch of savory flavor.  ​ Coconut aminos are similar in color and consistency to light soy sauce, making it an easy substitute in recipes. ​ It’s soy-, wheat- and gluten-free, making it a healthie

Holy Guacamole! Instead of paying extra for guacamole, you can make your own at home with only six ingredients!

With every season brings a new seasonal drink. With fall comes apple cider and pumpkin spice and summer brings fruity flavors and cold brews. Whether it’s fall, winter or summer, I have your favorite protein shake to go with the season! Click inside to get the recipes! *Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I use all of the products listed above and bel

With every season brings a new seasonal drink. Whether it’s fall, winter or summer, I have your favorite shake to go with the season.

These plant holders are eco-friendly and stylish. Using a Mason jar in place of a plastic pot, I knotted yarn around the jar to make these plant holders. Keep reading to find out how you can make your own! Supplies 1. 100% Cotton Yarn - weight 4 2. Tape 3. Mason Jar - pint 32 oz 4. Scissors 5. Dirt 6. Plant / Seeds 7. Ceiling hooks I chose to plant mint, basil and aloe along with two jars seeded with cilantro and lavender. Mint is perfect for smoothies and fruit cocktails. Ba

Black Bean Burgers are a summertime favorite! With these black bean burgers everyone will be satisfied!

This is my first official FULL vegan Thanksgiving. When you decide to go vegan, there is a transition period. My first year being "vegan" ended up being more pescatarian in practice. I had removed meat but I had kept seafood. The next step was removing the seafood and cutting out cheese and dairy. On my second Thanksgiving, still transitioning to vegan, I made a few side dishes for myself and the family to try. Now in my third year and finally a full fledged vegan, I have a b

A little bite of fall for a quick & easy snack. *Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I use all of the products listed above and below and recommend them because they are companies that I have found helpful and trustworthy. Please let me know if you have any questions about anything listed below! 2 cups Pumpkin puree 1 cup Almond Butter 1/2 cup honey