Josh and I have had to get a little creative with dates recently. We normally love to be out and about and doing all the things. But for the last nine months we’ve been laying low and staying home. While we’re now home all the time, I thought it would be fun to plan to… [Read More]
Stovetop Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
This post is sponsored by Hiland Dairy, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. If this were a normal year, Josh and I would be getting ready to travel back to Connecticut for Thanksgiving to be with his family. Unfortunately for us, (and the rest of the world) 2020 is not a… [Read More]
Create A Pick Your Own Pumpkin Patch (for safe Halloween Trick or Treating!)
Pin me! Halloween is one of my absolute favorite holidays. Growing up, I couldn’t wait until I had a house where I could hand out candy. Last year, we closed on our house on November 1st. I remember being so sad we missed Trick or Treating by one stinking day and telling Josh as… [Read More]
Traveling to Machu Picchu: all aboard the PeruRail Sacred Valley train
Fun fact about traveling to Machu Picchu: to get to Machu Picchu you first have to get to Aguas Calientes, a town at the base of Machu Picchu. And to get to Aguas Calientes you have to take a train. Seriously. The only other option is hiking and that will take weeks. (There’s a reason… [Read More]
Why you need to stay at Tambo Del Inka when traveling to Machu Picchu
Sacred Valley is a smart and essential stop on the way to Machu Picchu. Stay at Hotel Tambo Del Inka to surround yourself with luxury and experience the ultimate in relaxation in the heart of the jungle. Don’t forget to check out the rest of my Peru adventures in Lima, Paracas, and traveling to Machu Picchu… [Read More]
Celebrating the holidays with Christmas cards from Minted
I love the holidays. The decorations, the food, and all the fun festivities. This time of year is all about celebrations and spending time with loved ones and that brings me so much joy. Josh and I had so many amazing things to celebrate this year. It feels fitting to share those blessings with our… [Read More]
Important questions to ask at your laser hair removal consultation
The older I get, the more I realize that in life there are some things you just learn with age. You see, 24 year old Erin really wanted to not have to shave any more. She was sick of razors, shaving cream, razor bumps, and stubble. So she visited the laser hair removal place she… [Read More]
Exploring Paracas: Peru’s best kept secret
Before traveling to Peru, I had never heard of Paracas. My knowledge of Peru largely started and ended with Machu Picchu, llamas, Lima, and ceviche. While all those things are fantastic, there is so much more to discover in Peru, and Paracas is definitely a destination worth a visit. This beachside town is home to… [Read More]
BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pizza
Summertime, and the livin’ is easy. We are entering the last full month of summer and I am making a concerted effort to enjoy every last second of it. This summer has been such a good one both personally and professionally. I’m tackling big projects at work, pushing hard to complete MBA classes (so I… [Read More]
Workout wear inspiration: adidas
After a long vacation (that involved a whole lot of pasta) I came home eager to get back to my regular workouts. I feel my best when I’ve got a good exercise routine going. It’s amazing what a good sweat session does for both my body and my mind. While every bit of me is… [Read More]
Strawberry Rhubarb Bars
These strawberry rhubarb bars are sweet and gooey and everything you’re looking for in a summer dessert. Topped with an oat crust and packed with lots of fresh fruit, these bars are perfect for your 4th of July BBQ. Growing up, I wasn’t big on fresh fruits or veggies. I lived on carbs, counted potatoes… [Read More]