When it comes to fall decorating, orange pumpkins are classic—but sometimes it’s fun to switch things up! If you’re looking for non-traditional pumpkin décor ideas, I’ve got you covered. These DIY pumpkin projects skip the orange and bring in everything from metallics to moody tones and modern art vibes. Whether you’re decorating your front porch or your dining table, these pumpkins are anything but ordinary. Here are five creative ways…
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Finding Balance with PCOS – What Helps (and What Doesn’t)
If you’ve ever typed “how to fix PCOS” into Google at 2 a.m., you know what happens next: an avalanche of advice. Some of it helpful, a lot of it overwhelming. I’ve been there – and after trying a mix of good ideas, bad ideas, and downright strange ones – here’s what actually made a difference (and what didn’t.) This blog post is based on my personal experience and research.…
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Wednesday Hodgepodge Vol. 623
It’s time for another round of Wednesday Hodgepodge—where we share stories, laughs, and a few random thoughts from the week! This edition is full of family ties, sweet treats, and fall memories. From talking about how the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree (literally, in some cases) to caramel favorites, itchy tattoos, and even a little unintentional early-morning excitement, this week’s questions are equal parts cozy and comical. Grab…
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Printable Farmhouse-Style Fall Wall Art
Hello friends! Fall is officially here, and I don’t know about you, but I love decorating the house for fall! One of my favorite ways to do that (without breaking the bank or buying a ton of new decor) is printable wall art. Today, I’m sharing a set of free, farmhouse-style fall printables that you can download, print, and display anywhere — on your walls, in a frame on your…
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The Roller Coaster of PCOS
When PCOS Feels Like a Mystery Box One of the worst parts about PCOS? It doesn’t show up the same way for everyone. Some women deal mostly with irregular cycles, others battle skin changes, hair growth, or weight struggles. And sometimes, it feels like you’ve hit the jackpot and get a mix of all the above. Unfortunately, that’s the category I fall into. When I first started noticing symptoms, I…
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Wednesday Hodgepodge Vol. 622
Here we are, waving goodbye to September and saying hello to October with another round of Wednesday Hodgepodge! This week’s questions are serving up all the cozy fall feels—think favorite autumn scents, a little country music, and plenty of southern comfort food (fried chicken, anyone?). We’ll also chat about what lifts your mood, sum up September in just three words, and of course, toss in a random thought to round…
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Free Printable Reading Journal
If you’re anything like me, you’ve got books everywhere—stacked on the nightstand, tucked in your bag, maybe even hiding in the kitchen (because yes, I read while waiting for dinner to cook). But here’s the thing: once I finish a book, I sometimes forget the details…or worse, forget to even write down that I read it! That’s why I put together this free printable reading journal. It’s super simple, cute,…
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So… What is PCOS?
Most women first meet PCOS with nothing more than a shrug from a doctor and a whole lot of unanswered questions. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome sounds complicated (and it is in some ways), but the truth is—it doesn’t have to be confusing. Let’s talk about it without the medical jargon, okay? This blog post is based on my personal experience and research. It is not intended to be a substitute for…
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Wednesday Hodgepodge Vol. 621
Fall is sneaking up on us, and with it comes all the cozy vibes, colorful leaves, and way too many pumpkin-flavored everything. Since Wednesday has rolled back around, it’s time for another round of Hodgepodge questions—this week we’re talking about favorite fall things, autumn bucket lists, seasonal foods, and whether or not change really is as beautiful as people say. Plus, we’ll chat leaf peeping (a real thing, I promise)…