Author: Kate
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Remember When Fall Felt Like This?
There is something about September that still makes me feel like I have a fresh start. It can still be 80 degrees outside, but the second September hits, I’m ready. I want the windows open, something cooking on the stove, a candle burning and absolutely no overhead lights after 5pm! Coming home when it was…
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Does Sunscreen Cause Skin Cancer? Let’s Talk About It.
Normally, when I see posts online that seem a little outlandish, I just keep scrolling. There are so many opinions on social media that it’s impossible to respond to all of them. But this one felt different. Lately I’ve been seeing posts that claim things like: “The sun doesn’t cause skin cancer… sunscreen does.” As…
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10 New England Day Trips I’ve Done and Loved
We often think we need an expensive vacation or a complicated itinerary to make summer feel special, but some of my favorite days have been much simpler than that.A beautiful walk, a picnic packed from home, an interesting historic site, a live show, or a great seafood lunch can turn an ordinary day into a…
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Things Making Me Excited for Summer
Lately I’ve been finding myself genuinely excited over tiny summer things again — cold drinks, fresh food, evening walks, beachy scents, flowers, open windows… all of it. A few things I’ve been loving lately… Current Drink Obsession Lime Polar seltzer with a splash of Fresca, frozen grapes, and fresh lime. It’s cold, refreshing, and somehow…
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What I’ve Learned About Stress, Skin & Inflammation
As an esthetician, I’ve spent years studying skin, treatments, ingredients, and the many ways different conditions present themselves. One thing I’ve noticed repeatedly — both professionally and personally — is how closely skin health seems connected to stress and inflammation within the body. Of course, professional skincare treatments, quality products, and consistency absolutely matter. Healthy…
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Why It’s So Hard to Stay Consistent (Even When You Know What to Do)
There’s something frustrating about knowing exactly what to do… and still not doing it. A lot of us have tried to get into a routine more times than we can count.We start, we fall off, we start again. It’s not because we don’t know how.Most of the time, it’s because we put everything else before…
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The 30-Day Home Reset for When It All Feels Too Heavy
There’s a certain mental heaviness that comes from living in a space that never quite feels settled. I have ideas. I’m well-intentioned. I picture how I want my home to feel — lighter, calmer, more put together. But when I actually think about going through everything… every closet, every drawer, every bin tucked into a…
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🍁 Finding Calm in the Chaos: The Beauty of November
November has its own quiet rhythm — crisp mornings, golden light, and a feeling that the year is winding down. It’s the time when homes in Massachusetts smell like soup simmering and the first frost hits the grass. It’s also when the to-do lists start growing and we feel that mix of excitement and overwhelm…
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The Lost Art of Getting Together: Why Connection Matters More Than Ever
It feels like not so long ago, family and friends gathered easily. Someone’s house was always open, games were played around the kitchen table, and laughter filled the air. These days, it can feel like getting together has become a hassle — schedules, costs, and busyness often get in the way. But when we don’t…
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The Beauty of Skin: More Than Meets the Eye
Your skin tells your story—it reflects how you care for yourself inside and out.” Skin is the body’s largest organ, weighing about 8 pounds and covering over 22 square feet. It’s our first line of defense, our built-in thermostat, and even a vitamin D factory. But here’s what makes it truly fascinating: no two people’s…