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Benefits of Not Owning A Microwave

4 April, 2019 Laytee Samida

I’ve only been living in my new place for a little over a month and barely have any furniture. Aside from furniture, I also need a to get few more appliances as well, including a coffee maker. However, one kitchen appliance that I don’t plan on getting anytime soon is a microwave. This is the first time in my whole life that I’ve lived in a home without a microwave. Despite being sans access to a microwave for the first time in decades, I’ve discovered some benefits of not owning a microwave.

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Yes, there are some benefits of having this somewhat kitchen staple and some of them are really good reasons. Keep reading to find out these benefits.

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5 Ways I’m Preparing for Spring

6 March, 2019 Laytee Samida

Spring is literally 2 weeks away and I can’t wait! So much so, I have already written down all the ways I’m preparing for spring.

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Every season, I do some minor tweaks in my life, but I think I do more in the spring. Plus, I enjoy making life tweaks in warmer weather. Keep reading to see the 5 things I’m doing to prepare for spring.

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5 Things I’ve Been Loving in Honor of V-Day

14 February, 2019 Laytee Samida

Happy V-Day, for those of you that acknowledges this holiday. In honor of this day of love, I decided to share 5 things that I’ve been loving recently.

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Keep reading to see what I’ve been enjoying, despite such a chaotic season of life.

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AROMATHERAPY: Creating a Vibe w/ Essential Oils

23 January, 2019 Laytee Samida

As a person who appreciates being left alone in their own space, it’s important to create a “vibe” for your space. This can include comfy seating, curated wall art, and lighting. However, my current favorite way to create my vibe is with essential oils. Yes, you can use essential oils for your skin and hair, but they are also great aromatherapy.

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I was a little late jumping on the aromatherapy train, but I’m not jumping off anytime soon. Keep reading to see how and why I’ve been into aromatherapy and essential oils.

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Adding Plant Vibes without Real Plants

25 July, 2018 Laytee Samida

Plants are having a moment. So much so, “plant lady” is the new “cat lady”. Even I was bitten by the plant bug and acquired a few plants this year. However, adding plant vibes to your space can be very time consuming. Although there are many low maintenance plants out there, even they may need more attention than you have to give.

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Thankfully, there are plenty of ways you can add the look of plants and greenery without having to buy real, water-needing plants. Like I mentioned, I’ve acquired a few plants this year and it has been difficult. I even have a slowly dying plant in the corner of my living room to prove it. Keep reading to see 3 ways you can add “plants” to your space without having to add plants to your space.

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