Lifestyle | Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived https://witanddelight.com/category/lifestyle/ A Lifestyle Blog Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:40:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 5 Simple Ways to Be a Really Good Gift Giver https://witanddelight.com/2024/11/gift-giving-ideas/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=115676 Thoughtful gift-giving ideas for any occasion—from holidays to birthdays and every little celebration in between.

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7 of the Best Books I’ve Read and Loved This Year https://witanddelight.com/2024/11/best-books-2024/ Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=115607 I'm sharing 7 of the best books I've read in 2024. These are the books that stayed on my mind long after the last page.

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22 Products I Love That Have Improved My Daily Routine https://witanddelight.com/2024/10/best-products-in-my-daily-routine/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:30:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=115338 I’m sharing the 22 best products in my daily routine right now and why they’ve become a key part of my life.

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The Ultimate Fall To-Do List (No Apple Picking or Pumpkin Spice Lattes Necessary) https://witanddelight.com/2024/09/fall-to-do-list/ https://witanddelight.com/2024/09/fall-to-do-list/#comments Tue, 10 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=84103 To get a head start on the autumn season, we're sharing 10 ways to enjoy a crisp fall day, no pumpkin spice latte required.

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How to Plan a Dinner Party: My Best Tips to Simplify the Process https://witanddelight.com/2024/08/how-to-plan-a-dinner-party/ Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=115005 I'm sharing my simple advice for how to plan a dinner party, including creating a guest list, deciding on a date, and sending invites.

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How I Embrace the Simple Pleasures of a Quiet Home Life https://witanddelight.com/2024/07/quiet-home-life-simple-pleasures/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=114937 I'm writing about the power of a quiet home life—making room for emptiness, enjoying simple pleasures, and delighting in quiet moments.

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8 Creative Morning Habits to Start Your Day on a Good Note https://witanddelight.com/2024/07/morning-habits/ https://witanddelight.com/2024/07/morning-habits/#comments Fri, 26 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=86903 We're sharing 8 of our favorite morning habits to start your day on a good note, whether or not you're a morning person by nature.

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Kate’s Summer Picks: 11 Things I Tried and Loved Lately https://witanddelight.com/2024/07/summer-clothes-favorite-things/ Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=114845 I'm sharing 11 things I tried and loved lately, from cute summer clothes, to the best CC cream, to a delicious nonalcoholic cocktail.

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My 2024 Summer Bucket List: 23 Ideas to Enjoy a Simple Summer https://witanddelight.com/2024/06/summer-bucket-list/ https://witanddelight.com/2024/06/summer-bucket-list/#comments Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=114794 From sleeping in to picking flowers to walking in nature, I'm sharing 23 summer bucket list ideas for a simple summer of enjoyment.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2024: 14 of the Best Gift Ideas for Every Dad https://witanddelight.com/2024/06/fathers-day-gift-guide-2024/ Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=114614 I'm sharing our 2024 Father's Day gift guide, including sentimental gift ideas and gifts that support his favorite hobbies.

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My 2024 Backyard Garden Plans and the Emotional Benefits of Gardening https://witanddelight.com/2024/05/backyard-garden-plans-gardening-benefits/ Fri, 24 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=114590 I’m sharing my backyard garden plans for 2024, what I’ve done so far, and a few emotional benefits this hobby offers.

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5 Small Morning Rituals That Don’t Include Working Out https://witanddelight.com/2024/05/small-morning-rituals/ https://witanddelight.com/2024/05/small-morning-rituals/#comments Wed, 01 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=44077 I’ve been doing a lot of work lately around making small changes to my day-to-day life—focusing on the little things instead of trying to boil the ocean. This shift in thinking has changed my entire outlook on how I spend my mornings. Today I'm sharing 5 small rituals I've implemented to begin each day on the right foot.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2024: 13 of the Best Gift Ideas for Every Mom https://witanddelight.com/2024/04/mothers-day-gift-guide-2024/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=114275 Our 2024 Mother’s Day gift guide, including the best candle I've burned lately, soft loungewear, a makeup set for glowy skin, and more.

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Kate’s Picks: 11 Things I Tried and Loved Lately https://witanddelight.com/2024/04/spring-makeup-favorite-things/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=114005 From my spring makeup picks to jeans to colorful wine glasses, I'm sharing eleven things I tried and loved lately.

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6 Mindset Shifts That Have Changed My Life for the Better https://witanddelight.com/2024/03/mindset-shifts-awareness-practices/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=113796 I'm sharing the mindset shifts that support my daily habits and routines. These are the internal practices that sustain me from within.

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My 2024 Daily Routine Prioritizes What Matters—Here’s What It Looks Like https://witanddelight.com/2024/02/my-daily-routine/ Tue, 20 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=113757 I'm sharing the foundational elements of my current daily routine that help me prioritize what matters most to me.

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10 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas to Give to Your Love This Year https://witanddelight.com/2024/02/valentines-day-gift-ideas/ Fri, 02 Feb 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=113709 Whether you want to make a grand gesture or get a small gift for someone new, here are ten Valentine’s Day gift ideas that fit the bill.

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My Goals for 2024 and a Renewed Commitment to Showing Up This Year https://witanddelight.com/2024/01/goals-for-2024/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=113534 I’m sharing some reflections on the past year, my goals for 2024, and what you can expect from me going forward.

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My 2023 in Review: A Year of Change, Letting Go, and Coming Home to Myself https://witanddelight.com/2024/01/year-in-review-2023/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=113067 I'm breaking down my 2023, month by month, and sharing the lessons and moments that shaped me along the way.

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How Writing a Personal Contract Improved My Life (and Tips for Creating Your Own) https://witanddelight.com/2023/12/writing-a-personal-contract/ Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=112937 I'm sharing the benefits of writing a personal contract, my contract template, and tips for writing your own.

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11 Delightful Items on My Personal 2023 Holiday Wish List https://witanddelight.com/2023/12/holiday-wish-list/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=112523 I’m sharing my personal 2023 holiday wish list, including 11 delightful items that would fill a gap in my closet, home, or daily routines.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2023: 55 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Every Person in Your Life https://witanddelight.com/2023/11/holiday-gift-guide-2023/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=112287 My holiday gift guide 2023 is here! Shop gifts $50 and under, home decor gifts, and gifts for guys, kids, girlfriends, and parents and in-laws.

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7 Holiday Planning Tasks to Do Right Now (So You Can Enjoy the Holiday Season) https://witanddelight.com/2023/11/holiday-planning-checklist/ https://witanddelight.com/2023/11/holiday-planning-checklist/#comments Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=102590 The key holiday planning tasks you can start early to make your holiday season more enjoyable over the next couple of months.

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Rise and Shine! 5 Easy Steps to Make Mornings More Tolerable https://witanddelight.com/2023/11/5-steps-make-mornings-more-tolerable/ https://witanddelight.com/2023/11/5-steps-make-mornings-more-tolerable/#comments Fri, 03 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=24692 Rise and shine? More like rise and whine, amiright? If you’re not of the early bird species, I’m not here to convince you to become a morning person. There are things like circadian rhythms to consider with that! I am, however, here to convince you that there are ways we can all make the a.m. […]

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My Thoughts on Turning 40 and the Best Lessons I’ve Learned in 40 Years https://witanddelight.com/2023/10/turning-40-lessons-learned/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=111960 I’m sharing my thoughts on turning 40 next month and the lessons that are the foundation of what I’ve learned in the past 40 years.

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8 Essential Tasks for Maintaining a Healthy Garden All Year Long https://witanddelight.com/2023/09/healthy-garden-tasks/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=111673 Have a beautiful garden all year long! From pruning to planting to prepping for winter, here are 8 tasks to maintain a healthy garden.

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A Shift in Perspective and a Fresh Take on My Newsletter, House Call https://witanddelight.com/2023/09/house-call-newsletter-updates/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=111645 I'm sharing how my perspective on publishing has shifted and a few updates I'm making to my newsletter, House Call.

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Kate’s Picks: 13 Things I Tried and Loved in Summer 2023 https://witanddelight.com/2023/09/summer-favorites-jcrew-fall-2023-picks/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=111491 13 things I loved this summer, from clothing picks to beauty favorites to good reads and more.

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Summer 2023 in Review: Fears, Joys, and Moving Through Big Changes https://witanddelight.com/2023/08/summer-2023-in-review/ https://witanddelight.com/2023/08/summer-2023-in-review/#comments Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=111390 I’m recapping my summer 2023 and sharing what the past few months of transformation have looked like in my life.

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19 of Your Gardening and Landscaping Questions, Answered by a Plant Expert https://witanddelight.com/2023/08/gardening-and-landscaping-questions/ Mon, 21 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=111229 A plant expert is answering your gardening and landscaping questions, from planting tips to lighting requirements to dealing with pests.

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Announcing My Exclusive, Limited-Time Collection of Tabletop Linens! https://witanddelight.com/2023/08/tabletop-linens-etsy-collection/ Tue, 15 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=111169 We teamed up with Etsy seller Willow Ship for this limited-edition collection of cocktail napkins, dinner napkins, placemats, and table runners.

I am so proud of what we made together! 

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4 Ways You Can Continue to Connect With Me and Wit & Delight https://witanddelight.com/2023/06/follow-wit-delight-next-steps/ Fri, 30 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=110546 I'm outlining exactly what's happening next for Wit & Delight and where you can continue to connect with me going forward.

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Transforming Our Outdoor Space: A Beginner’s Journey With Gardening and Landscaping https://witanddelight.com/2023/06/front-yard-transformation/ https://witanddelight.com/2023/06/front-yard-transformation/#comments Tue, 27 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=110232 I'm sharing our front yard transformation, including before and after photos, a list of plants used, and my takeaways from this project.

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Best of Wit & Delight: 15 Contributor Articles on Lifestyle and Wellness https://witanddelight.com/2023/06/best-of-wit-delight-lifestyle-wellness/ Fri, 23 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=110184 I'm sharing 15 of our most-read contributor articles on lifestyle and wellness topics. I hope you enjoy revisiting them as much as I have.

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Best of Wit & Delight: 14 Contributor Articles on Home Design and Relationships https://witanddelight.com/2023/06/best-of-wit-delight-home-design-relationships/ Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://witanddelight.com/?p=109805 I'm sharing 14 of our most-read contributor articles on home design and relationships. I hope you enjoy revisiting them as much as I have.

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