A 5-day Oahu itinerary built from many trips: Waikiki, a southeast coast road trip, the North Shore, Kualoa Ranch, and the windward side, plus where to stay, eat, and what to pack.
Murrieta Hot Springs Review: Is the Twilight Soak Pass Worth It?
An honest Murrieta Hot Springs review: what the Twilight Soak Pass includes, the pools and cold plunge, and tips for a day trip from LA to Temecula.
Witchy and Dark Books for Fall: 4 Spooky-Season Reads, Reviewed
Witchy and dark books for fall, honestly reviewed: Weyward, Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries, Geek Love, and The Bell Jar, with who each one is for.
Holiday Cookie Box Ideas: 6 Homemade Treats for Gifting
Holiday cookie box ideas for homemade gifts: gingerbread with chocolate liqueur glaze, strawberry matcha neapolitan cookies, cardamom buns, and more.
Our Venice Bedroom: A Slow-Progress Reveal
A tour of our cozy eclectic bedroom in Venice, with vintage finds, warm lamps, lots of plants, and where everything is from.
One Night in Kansas City: Hotel Fontaine Review and Is Chase’s The Edit Worth It?
A Hotel Fontaine Kansas City review from a one-night stay booked through Chase’s The Edit, plus live jazz at Green Lady Lounge and barbecue near the airport.
Valle de Guadalupe Travel Guide: A Relaxed Long Weekend from LA
Where to stay, eat, and drink in Valle de Guadalupe, plus things to do and our full 3-night itinerary for an easy long weekend from LA.
How I Designed My Midcentury Modern Desert Boho Living Room: A Cozy & Stylish Makeover
How I designed our midcentury modern desert boho living room on a budget, from a Joybird Lewis sectional review to Facebook Marketplace finds and Ikea hacks.
Decorating a Craftsman-Style Dining Room with Boho & Mid-Century Modern Style
How we furnished our 1910s craftsman dining room on a budget with a Rove Concepts tulip table, Poly and Bark wishbone chairs, and a faux cowhide rug.
Brews & Bites: The Best Spots to Hit in Phoenix
A Phoenix native’s list of the best Phoenix restaurants and coffee shops, from Pizzeria Bianco and LGO to Little Miss BBQ, Clever Koi, Valentine, and Lux.
Stories from my LA life. Golden hour drives, good food, cozy corners at home, and trips near and far.