I can’t believe the hometown dates are already here … WHERE has this season gone!?!?! This is one of my favourite episodes of the season for a two reasons: 1) Family is so important to me and I think family life reflects a lot about someone, and 2) We FINALLY get to know a bit more about each guy (Chase …
Last Nights Horseplay On The Bachelorette
Writing the Bachelor blogs at this stage in the game is always stressful for me because I’m a part of the Bachelor family. If I say I don’t like someone and she ends up picking him, I’ll probably have to meet that person face to face … so I have to be really careful about what I say!!!! This has happened to …
Battle Of The Bachelorette Exes
After last night’s episode of the Bachelorette .. I am TOTALLY hooked. Not only do I adore JoJo and watching her … I am finally starting to get to know the guys a little bit better. This is when their true colours start to show through and you can start to see the connections they’re making …. and also NOT …
The Bachelorette Isn’t For Everyone…Including Myself
To get on The Bachelor and The Bachelorette there is a three day screening process. There’s psychological testing, multiple choice tests, all types of tests, and it’s intense!!! I remember when I was on the show, after doing all of these tests a therapist pulled me aside and told me I should reconsider going on the show. From my previous …
JoJo’s Protein Shake Brings All The Boys To The Yard
One of the things that I always say at the start of every season of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette and I’m saying it again … the first few episodes are really hard for me to get into. You’re trying to get to know all of the different characters and all of their drastically different personalities. It’s really hard to …
Why I’m Completely Obsessed With JoJo & A Few Behind The Scene Secrets
WAHOOOO the Bachelorette is BACK!!! Is it just me or did this season totally sneak up on me?? Either way, I am SO excited to watch JoJo on this crazy journey to find love. I honestly feel like Jojo is going to be the best bachelor in history. I was so obsessed with her last night … I couldn’t get over …
25 Things You Don’t Know About Me
Everyone has little quirks about them that you don’t really KNOW until you get to reallllllly know someone. I was thinking about all of the different questions I get asked and all the things you don’t actually KNOW about ME!!! And well, I thought I would share some of those little things with you so we can get to know …
The Best Of Etsy
As I’m sure most of you already know, supporting local and small businesses is close to my heart. I love shopping from small mom and pop shops that dedicate their heart and soul into something they love and believe in so strongly. There is something so special about buying something you need (and would buy anyway) but in return, giving …
A HUGE Congratulations Is in Order … To Ben & Lauren!!
First of all … a huge, huge, huge, CONGRATULATIONS is in order to Ben and Lauren B!!! Your life together is just beginning and I couldn’t be more excited for you!! The finale always brings back so many memories for me. I remember feeling the exact same way that I’m sure you are feeling … you finally get to start going …
WE ARE PREGNANT!!!
This has to be one of the most fabulous, emotional, wonderful blogs I have EVER written and we are SO happy to share this news with you. This blog and its community has become an extension of our lives, you have supported us, shared your love, questions, frustrations, stories and lives with us, and now we can’t wait to share …
Blogging … It Ain’t Easy … Or Is It?! 10 Tips To Successfully Launching Your Brand
Over the past few years, blogging has taken off and has become its own industry. I know so many women who are now the bread winners in their homes because they’re doing what they love. Whether it be fashion, food, beauty, travel, lifestyle, women AND men are able to inspire others while working with different companies and products to earn …
Can Ben Really Be In Love With Two Women?!?!
OMG OMG OMG like seriously THE best episode of the Bachelor in BACHELOR HISTORY!!! I am still freaking out about last night’s episode. This episode always brings back tons of memories for me … it was the episode where I was sent home on the Bachelor. I remember the heartbreak like it was yesterday … I thought my world was …
Hometowns, Heartbreaks & Who I Think Ben Will Pick
I am starting to think I am getting this season ALL wrong. I really didn’t feel like Ben was going to pick Lauren B from the GET GO … but now, I’m not so sure. While I might LOVE the other girls … it’s not really about me is it??? I see the way Ben looks at Lauren and …well …
Instagram Favourites: Fashion Edition (Part I)
(photo credit: @juliahengel) I’m so excited to share another round of Instagram Favourites today! It’s been a few weeks since introducing this new series (if you missed the Food Edition check it out here) so hopefully you’re excited for another round… but something tells me you will be! 😉 Why? Because I’m sharing all my fashion favs!!! I have SO many sources of …
Bachelor Love
WHOLY MOLY I’M LIKE 3 episodes behind!! Blame it on sunstroke, I’ve been in Maui or getting ready for Maui for what seems like a while now… and slacking off has taken priority! But since yours truly made a special appearance in Sundays episode of the BACHELOR REUNION. I wanted to pipe in and give some thoughts as to what’s going …
How To Crack Down On 2016 Debt And Make This Your MOST Successful Year Yet
January is under our belt and we are already half way into February. Did you just figure out you went over board over the holidays?? Maybe spent a little bit too much money on food and presents and are now having to pay off your credit card debt??? Follow my easy steps below to help get you on top of …
The Single Girl’s Guide to Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner love is in the air… but that doesn’t mean you have to be IN love to celebrate. Anyone who know’s me knows I love love, so naturally I’ve always loved Valentine’s Day… but I didn’t always have someone special to celebrate with which is why I wanted to share a little something I like to call ‘The …
5 Lifestyle Tips To Simplify Your Life
This year, one of my main goals is to simplify all aspects of my life. Whether it be fashion, food, beauty or decor, I want to zone in on what matters most. I want to be able to reduce the daily fuss and stress that we put on ourselves when it’s not necessary. I hope that with doing so, I …
Ben Asks For Becca’s Hand In Marriage
After last night’s episode, I am feeling GOOD about this season of The Bachelor. I’m finally invested in the girls and am starting to really connect with them individually, not just based on their looks. It always takes me two or three episodes to get hooked and to understand the girls. There are SO many personalities and quirks to get to …
6 Tips To Take Time For Yourself
One of my new year resolutions that continues to be on my list year round is taking time for myself. My schedule is always jam packed with filming, photo shoots, meetings, spending time with Justin, walking Nacho … (the list seriously goes on), that it’s almost next to impossible to take time for MYSELF. If you’re anything like me, you know how …
6 Steps To Beat The Monday Blues
If you don’t know what Blue Monday is, it’s the third Monday in January (last Monday) and known to be the saddest day of the year. The buzz from the holidays is now over and the first month of the year is coming to an end. It can be REALLY hard for some of us to get back on track …
8 Tips To The Perfect Picture
I’ve been planning to write this blog post for quite some time now! I recently received an email from a girl named Julia (copied it below) and it pushed me to share all of my knowledge and tips (thank you Julia)!! Some of the most common questions I get relating to this topic are: “What camera do you use?” “How …
What Everyone Wants To Know About The Bachelor: How Much Clothing Are The Girls Given?
Things are finally starting to pick up on The Bachelor. Last night’s episode started off a bit dry but things started getting exciting near the end of the show. I watched this episode with Justin and it’s hilarious watching it with him because he gets into it more than me. His opinions are SO different than mine and he loves all …
7 Life Changing Style Hacks
Get ready for a productive week! Today I’m sharing my top 7 life changing style hacks to help you simplify your stylish day-to-day routine. Between busy work schedules and all the crazy things that go on at home, sometimes (actually most of the time) there just aren’t enough hours in a day… which is why I wanted to share these style hacks! I’m all …