Anyone in my family will tell you that I don’t eat green things. I’m much more likely to dive into a box of Oreos. But I recently decided to make some changes to my diet and include more fresh foods. I watched a YouTube video encouraging one big salad a day and figured I could …
Author: Jessica
Be more respectful of yourself
Lately, I realized I haven’t been a very good roommate to myself. I live with two dogs, and while the dogs are wonderful company, they’re not helpful around the house. When I used to live with other people, I promptly took care of chores, but now that it’s just me, it’s tempting to leave tasks …
Free apps & Alexa skills to help relieve stress
If I’m being honest, one of the best ways to cut back on stress is to put down the phone and reach for a book, but this is a post about apps. A lot of them (especially social media) are good for killing time but don’t leave me fulfilled. And while some provide temporary distraction, …
Painted kitchen cabinet before & after (plus how they’ve held up over 14 years)
When I toured my would-be house back in 2007, I almost passed on it because of the kitchen: no dishwasher, dark wood cabinets, handles made out of a questionable metal, and one of the ugliest vinyl floors I’ve ever seen. I’m good at seeing the bright side, especially when it comes to real estate, but …
A budget-friendly alternative to the reMarkable 2 (assuming you already own a tablet)
I’ve dreamed of owning a reMarkable tablet ever since their original Kickstarter, but like so many people, I’ve shied away because of the steep price point. Adding up the cost of the tablet itself ($399 for the reMarkable 2, or $299 if you sign up for their new cloud storage plan), the marker ($49-$129), and …