When it comes to gift giving, does it ever feel like you have to fit in the category of “expert gift-giver” or “failing miserably?” I know it can feel that black and white to me. I see the personally curated gift baskets on social media and feel like I missed the mark. Whether it’s time, finances, or the natural gift-giving ability, it can easily seem like there is a tool I am lacking. If you’ve ever felt that way too, this is for you. This is my helpline for those who feel that they don’t give good gifts and the cheat sheet for how to make it simpler.

A guide for when to write thank you cards and what to say in them.

Have you ever wondered if people still write and send letters? Are greeting cards still relevant? Have you ever received a letter in the mail, felt the rush when you saw your name scribbled in ink, and thought, “Why don’t we do this more?” May these words serve as an answer to the question, “Why should I send cards and letters?” and be a step-by-step guide for how to jump into it.

What fun we’d miss out on if we only showered our friends in gifts and encouragement on their birthdays and holidays. I have gathered a few spontaneous reasons to gift your friends some encouragement (the goods to do it, too).

I really haven’t been doing pregnancy updates along the way, but now that I’m in my third trimester, I thought I’d share a little bit about how I’m doing and give a few tips on juggling the life of a small business owner and mom.