My skincare routine using non-toxic skincare products is easy, mostly quick, and really effective. I always say that there are 3 things that go into skincare - What you put into your body: food + hydration matter. When I have the option, I always eat organic + as healthy and nutrient-rich as possible. I also drink over a gallon of water every single day. This helps more than you think it would!Your environment: Again - your environment is really important. Your body is constantly detoxing ...
3 days in Kiawah Island
After our trip to Charleston for my best friend's wedding (more on this soon!), we visited Kiawah Island for the first time & it was a blast. I'm not sure what I expected, but I absolutely loved how quiet and remote it felt. If you love golf, the spa, the beach, or just relaxing, you'll definitely want to spend 3 days in Kiawah Island... at the very least. We spent most of our time out on the beach, but I do have a few recommendations for you! -Wild Olive: We visited Wild Olive ...
Hiking Cathedral Rock in Sedona
No matter if you are a seasoned hiker, or a new hiker, hiking Cathedral Rock in Sedona is definitely worth the trek. It is an out and back trail, with an elevation gain of 551 feet, but keep in mind, it's only one mile long! Most people rate it as a moderately difficult trail, with several difficult sections, which is pretty accurate. Hiking Cathedral Rock in Sedona The start of the hike is on the easier side, but once you start walking up the rocks, you will notice that people ...
Italian Food at Gerardo’s in Sedona
I was not planning on making any individual posts for my trip to Sedona, but here we are. If you want a really good meal, grab some italian food at Gerardo's in Sedona. This restaurant is what made me change my mind about writing individual posts... It was THAT good. Normally, I research all restaurants that I go to when I travel, but Gerardo's was a last minute thing. We were on Lesley's bachelorette trip and needed a quick dinner (we were exhausted!). Our Airbnb left us a 10% discount card ...
Creating A Less Toxic Home: Step 1
When Ian and I first started creating a less toxic home, it was really overwhelming. It seemed like every product I touched was polluting our air quality, had fragrance in it, and could be contributing to negative health issues (current + future ones). Even though it was overwhelming, I was committed to the process because my #1 goal was and is to protect Avery (when I first started creating a less toxic home, I was pregnant with her). By removing toxins from our home, it protects her as best I ...
Pick A Seat, Not A Side
How do I start out this post? Anytime I have serious thoughts that I want to write down on this blog, I worry about how I will come across. Thoughts such as, "Am I wording this correctly," "Will I come across the way that I want to," and "I hope nobody takes this the wrong way" run through my mind. So, before I start, let me just say: I might get this post wrong. My words might not flow the way that I picture it going in my mind, and I might get judged. But, I have the best of intentions and I ...