Tag: shopping
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is coming up, and it’s easy to feel stumped about what to buy for the women in your life that you love. ...
A Few Things I Didn’t Know I Needed
I've had a few life-changing experiences in the past 50 years. Finding my soulmate. Becoming a mother. Discovering a coffee mug that keeps your...
Difficult to Shop For: A List of Gifts for Guys
Holiday ads are everywhere. I always thought it strange that the gifts advertised for women are ornamental — diamond necklaces, tennis bracelets . ....
Thanksgivings in Quarantine
During dinner last week, my 7 year old asked if we would be going to grandma and grandpa's house for Thanksgiving this year. "No...
Treat Yourself: The Last 10 Non-Essential Items I Bought Myself
Between household items, grocery shopping, and kid stuff, it seems like I buy at least one thing every day. Most of it is essential...
Your Girls’ Trip Guide to All Things Pioneer Woman!
Raise your hand if you love a fun girls' weekend? I know I do! Yet, the girls' weekends are fewer and farther between than...
Local Fall Flea Markets and Antique Shows
Every mom deserves a “me day" every once in a while, right?! One of my favorite ways to spend a solo weekend afternoon is...
Guide to Iowa’s Tax Free Weekend
School is right around the corner, which means Iowa's tax free weekend is right around the corner also. Every year the state of Iowa...
Shop Local: Downtown Iowa City Father’s Day Gift Guide
Do you also have a partner that you think is the best dad ever but you are stumped on a gift idea for Father’s...
Your Stuff Can Still Spark Joy: Where to Donate and Consign...
Updated March 14, 2021
Are you looking to channel your inner Marie Kondo? Take a quick look in your dresser: if your clothes are neatly...