It doesn't matter what the weather is outside when the calendar hits September 1st; it's Fall. It's my favorite season! When it comes around, I'm always excited to decorate my apartment, watch spooky movies, eat comfort food, and do all the fun Fall activities. So let's fall into Fall! (Please ignore my corny wordplay) My favorite thing is decorating and redecorating, no matter the season or occasion! But because I love the warmth of Fall colors, nothing makes me happier than decorating my space for this season. I believe you can transition into a Fall home with these essentials; a cozy throw ..read more

Hey Guys! It's been a while, and I'm glad to be back after a well-needed break. I was struggling a lot with lack of motivation, depression, and just things going on in my personal life, not to mention we are still in a pandemic! With the things going on in my personal life and in the world, my anxiety reached its peak.  Anxiety can wreak havoc on your life if you let it, but I'm going to give you my top three tips to release some of that anxiety.  Side Note: I am not a medical physician or psychiatrist. Please seek professional help if you are experiencing trouble sleeping, work ..read more

Do you have a set routine? Every self-development blog, book, and podcast will tell you having a routine is beneficial for your health; mentally and physically! Well, me being a Gemini and an all around spontaneous individual, I am not one to stick to routines. However, I've created a morning routine that I actually get excited to do every day! I am the farthest thing from a morning person and have always been that way, but as I got older I wanted to be productive and do more with my day. Although I hate routines because they lack adventure, I created one. Following this routine doesn't have s ..read more

This week's creator spotlight is someone who's been a huge influence on me. He's the reason why I started sharing my poetry and writings publicly. I wanted to do something different with this highlight, so we did an interview. I loved this because you guys get his words instead of mine, and I got to know him a little better. Creator Spotlight: Vernon King For those who don't know or aren't completely familiar with you, how would you describe yourself? Honestly, if you asked me this question on ten different days, you’d get ten different answers. I’m weird and very unconventional, but at the s ..read more

If you're a foodie at heart like I am; you love trying new recipes. I love trying all types of food, but Mexican is my preferred! Tacos have always been my favorite and I got inspiration from my best friend to try Mexican lasagna. So if you like tacos, lasagna, or trying new food... keep reading! "Inside the Pan" Mexican lasagna is a dish that has become a staple in my dinner rotation. If it wasn't for my best friend keeping her recipe a secret, I would've never experimented and found something that I and my entire family loves. I make a vegetarian version; even though I'm not vegetarian, I li ..read more

Polo is a local North Carolina artist hailing from Buffalo, New York. Polo has gained a love for music as an infant. Nate’s mother sang in choirs, on television, and attended a musical academy ever since middle school. His father played the bass and introduced Nate to instruments such as the piano, bass guitar, and the drums. As Nate grew older and began to indulge in various career fields, he gained a deep connection to music when his parents divorced in 2005. “Music is one of my go-to safe havens,” he said; “I believe I would be dead without it”. As he developed more creative writing experi ..read more

Hey Royals! With the craziness going on in the world like COVID-19, I know a lot of us if not most of us are home scrolling away on our timelines and twiddling our thumbs. For an introvert like myself, this is a dream; but for extroverts, you're wondering how you'll live without the outside world? So I'm here to help you survive your quarantine from an introvert's perspective. Número uno! The best thing to do during this quarantine is learn a new skill. Teach yourself a second or third language, learn how to start a business, or learn how to play an instrument. We live in a digital age with a ..read more