Yesterday's prompt on The Mindfulist got me thinking about ways I can simplify my life. Are there things, feelings, habits or to-do's that I could wash away with no (or very little) impact? Am I using words, snacks, email and reality TV to fill in gaps that would otherwise be inhabited by empty space and silence? Of course, one hundred times YES to all these questions...

Hello and happy Saturday to you. This week has been interesting, and I'm so grateful for the weekend! Sorry for being quiet the last few days, other areas of my life have required extra attention. I am planning on an extra productive weekend ahead. I hope the following creative to-do’s inspire extraordinarily joyful weekends for all of you. As always, I would love it if you shared your plans...

There are times when a brave and happy face will only take you so far. These are the times when the best course of action is to sit quietly, think about the bits of our lives that we can control, and send love out into the universe. I work in a people-facing profession—I ask questions, make connections, tell stories, provide advice, seek answers and hope to help guide folks...

Hey there sweet friends! I hope you're enjoying a delightful day. Mine has been quite nice—I'm celebrating my 1-Year Blogiversary and a promotion at work. Tonight my mister and I are going out for a fun dinner at a local hibachi joint to revel in the exciting happenings. Thanks to all of you who have followed me on this past year's journey...

Throughout the past year, I've cultivated a list of websites that I visit often. These web-resources make my days brighter, more efficient and full of sparkle. Take a look, and let me know if I'm missing any that you adore...

I recently updated some of my sidebar buttons and added a little area for sponsors. The project took a bit longer than I was expecting, but I felt like the mini-renovation was worth it. Going through the process, I started to think about how important it is to revisit things from time to time. Just like my sidebar buttons, there are a few habits I'd benefit from upgrading...

Tonight I'm feeling sleepy, but quite content. After spending nearly three days at the beach, I'm craving quiet time on the couch. A stack of magazines to flip through and the RHONJ season finale are sure to keep me occupied...

I felt a hint of autumn's approach for the first time yesterday morning. As I drove to work, I noticed the sky was darker than usual. It caught me by surprise, especially since the weather will stay warm here in Raleigh for a little while longer. A change in seasons always provides an opportunity for reflection...