Road Trip! We had a five-day camping trip ahead of us and although I couldn’t wait for the adventures to begin, I was stressing about what we were going to eat. We love to be creative and cook our own meals when we're traveling. They're delicious, healthy, and camp cooking is fun. This time around, however, none of my typical go-to recipes were inspiring me. I wanted to mix it up, but I didn’t have time (or patience) to look up recipes. Nor did I want to hunt down fancy new grocery items. Looking quickly into my pantry and freezer, I...

When I say desert, what comes to your mind? Did I hear you say pools, palm trees and lots of people? Just last week, I had the privilege of attending the national Handcrafted Soap conference (yes, there is such a thing!). And guess where it was? None other than Las Vegas, Nevada. In the desert. It was weird. Don’t get me wrong, there was plenty to enjoy: shows, delicious food, architectural designs that illicit wonder, unforgettable fashions that illicit... well… I’d say use your imagination but there’s not much room left for that. Admittedly, Vegas isn’t really my style. I...

How often do you wish you had it all? All the opportunities. All the wildest stories. All the passport stamps. All the love. Yet for every “yes” we say, we’re inevitably saying “no” to other things that may also be vital. While it hardly ever comes easily, saying no can be the best way to say yes. Saying no to scrolling on facebook means yes to spending quality time with friends and family. Saying no to the a late-night social event means yes to a good night’s sleep before a busy day. Saying no to vegging out after work workout...