Promeed’s Spring Sale is officially live, and it’s a lovely one if you’ve been eyeing their Hydrating Silk Series. From March 27 through April 10 at 5:32 AM, you can save on their most-loved silk essentials — the bonnet, turban, and pillowcase, all made from 100% mulberry silk.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
• 100% Mulberry Silk — breathable, gentle, and naturally hydrating for hair and skin.
• Helps reduce frizz and breakage — especially overnight, when cotton can be rougher.
• Cool and comfortable — perfect for warm spring nights.
• Beautiful colors and luxe feel — they look as good as they feel.
• Easy upgrade — small change, big difference in your nightly routine
Use code PM20 at checkout for 20% off.
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I’ve been impressed with how soft and hydrating their silk pieces are — especially for hair and skin. If you’ve been curious, this is a great time to try them.
(As always, this post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.)
Well… I’m not keeping up with AARP’s decluttering timetable. The kitchen turned out to be a much bigger challenge than I expected. You’d think a tiny kitchen would be easy, but I forgot one crucial detail: the hall closet, which has slowly evolved into my pantry over the years.
And then there are the cabinets added during the 2014 kitchen refresh — the ones under the counter between the kitchen and dining room. I needed storage space desperately back then, and boy, did I fill it.
I started with the hall pantry/closet. What a mess. I pulled out things that have been sitting untouched since I moved in back in 2006. Some of it went straight onto Facebook Marketplace. If it doesn’t sell, it’s getting tossed. No guilt, no hesitation.
I didn’t think to take a “before” picture of that frightening closet, but here’s what it looked like after my first 30 minutes. It’s still pretty bad, but progress is progress. I’m determined to get that space cleaned out if nothing else. Honestly, I may need two weeks for this part alone.
The mug collection is trimmed down… a little. There are still more mugs than any single person needs, but I just couldn’t part with all of them. Still, they’re better organized, and that counts.
Speaking of organization, I ordered some new organizers from Amazon — including a fresh set of canisters for flour, sugar, etc. They should arrive by Monday. Once those are in place, I think I’ll finally feel like I’m making progress.
In the middle of all this decluttering, I had a fun moment of validation. Someone on Quora asked how to keep chicken breasts tender, and the top answer was exactly what I’ve been saying for years on my blog:
Use a cast‑iron pan.
It’s always nice when the universe confirms you’re on the right track. And yes — my cast‑iron pans have a permanent home in the kitchen. They’re not going anywhere.
We had a condo meeting Wednesday night. They’re planning a “Community Day” to socialize and meet neighbors. I asked if we could add a yard sale to the event — and they loved the idea. So now it’s a combined Community Day + Yard Sale.
Maybe I can unload some of my clutter there too.
If I can maintain the areas I’ve decluttered over the next year, I think I can do a spring clean each year and slowly weed out the unnecessary items. I can’t even imagine tackling the storage unit with its boxes of ornaments and photo props. Just thinking about it gives me nightmares. But I’ll get there eventually.
At least you can see my countertops now. Next post, I’ll share the finished kitchen pics.
Banner and Balboa love the empty spaces. They think I’ve created new real estate just for them.
The roar of the crowd. The smell of peanuts, popcorn, and—dare we ask—Cracker Jack. Does anyone still buy Cracker Jack? Another cherished ballpark tradition may be fading, but in New England, the spirit of Opening Day is alive and well. Fan or not, this is one of the biggest unofficial holidays of the year.
Today is Opening Day at Fenway Park, and Red Sox Nation is buzzing. Another season with the Boys of Summer has officially begun.
Sure, the technical first game of the 2026 MLB season happened on March 26, when the Yankees (the Evil Empire, for any troglodytes still living in a cave) faced the San Francisco Giants—formerly the New York Giants, for the history buffs.
But that game took place in Oracle Park, California. And everyone in Boston knows that if it didn’t happen at Fenway, it doesn’t count.
The 2026 baseball season doesn’t truly begin until the crack of the bat echoes off the Green Monster and the crowd erupts on Lansdowne Street. That’s when New England finally exhales and says, “Okay. Now it’s spring.”
If—God forbid—you aren’t a baseball fan, today is not the day to stroll the Freedom Trail or attempt a peaceful afternoon in the city. Boston will be overflowing with fans who are loud, proud, and fully caffeinated. Give the city a wide berth unless you’re prepared to be swept into the madness.
Gone are the days when peanuts and hot dogs were your only options. Today’s Fenway menu reads like a food festival:
Cowboy Up! Burger
Fenway FranksWash it all down with a craft beer, then grab a Boston Cream Pie dessert behind home plate or churros with chocolate dipping sauce. One thing is certain: nobody leaves Fenway hungry.
As of “press time,” the outcome of today’s game is still unknown. Will the faithful walk out with their heads held high, or will they slink off to drown their sorrows in another round of craft beer?
Either way, Opening Day at Fenway is more than a game—it’s a New England rite of passage. And today, the heart of Boston beats just a little louder.
(A quick note from one of my partners!)
Spring is officially wedding season, and one of my favorite gift companies just added a whole batch of new wedding‑themed gift ideas. Think sweet, personalized keepsakes, photo gifts, and those thoughtful little touches that make a couple smile long after the big day.
If you’re shopping for a wedding, engagement, or anniversary — or you just love browsing pretty things — their new collection is worth a peek. I’ve linked their wedding gift section below so you can explore the latest designs.
It’s a small way to support the blog, and I appreciate it more than you know.
Browse the new wedding gifts here: Happy Wedding