The Friendletter

Happy Friday! It’s Jen here! I’m a big audiobook listener. I can go through one a week if I’m on a roll. But while writing Buy What You Love I had to take a break. Consuming others’ thoughts and stories made me overanalyze my own.  So I ended up listening to a lot of music…

Mornin’ friends!  Did you know that over one billion people drink coffee every day worldwide? According to this survey, almost ¾ of Americans consume coffee daily, and out of that number, only ⅔ drink coffee that was made at home.  That’s a whole lotta joe!  Most people would say that they’re full on coffee-obsessed –…

Haaaappy Monday, folks!  If there’s something almost everyone can agree on, it’s that pizza is our go-to pick for favorite food. Since October is National Pizza Month 🍕, it’s only fitting we bring some delicious pie deals to your inbox! 😉 🍕 Starting tomorrow (October 8th), Domino’s is bringing back the wildly popular emergency pizza! Place…

Happy Friday friends! It’s a tale as old as time. You map out your monthly spending plan and budget for all those must-have and highly valued items, activities, and necessities. And then… you go off plan.  Maybe you’re like us and feel like it’s physically impossible to drive by Taco Bell without stopping for a…

Hello, hello!  As we transition to Autumn, you might be feeling that familiar itch to refresh your home with seasonal touches. But buying new decor for every season really adds up, in terms of spending AND clutter. According to the National Retail Federation, Halloween-related spending hit a record high in 2023—at 12.5 billion—with the average…

Hey Friends, According to multiple surveys, America’s most loved season is Fall (and we’ll find any reason to discredit a study that says otherwise 😉). With cozy sweaters, crisp air, and holiday events, Fall is truly a season to savor.  And the best part? You don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy them! So…

The leaves are changing color, the temperature is dropping, and pumpkin season is upon us! 🍂 We’re officially full steam ahead to Fall, and that means it’s time to take a look at our October budget to know where to allocate our funds for the season (and how much we can splurge on spooky stuff!) …

Hello, hello!  Did you know that taking care of others starts with taking care of yourself? According to this article from Southern New Hampshire University, practicing self-care leads to better quality relationships with others and mitigates burnout and lack of focus. Meditation, here we come.  We know self-care looks different for everyone, so we’ve rounded…

Goooood morning!   Do you need a hot cup of coffee to crack your eyes open in the morning? Or a double shot of espresso to make it through your emails post vacay? We get it.  Thankfully, National Coffee Day ☕ is coming up Sunday, September 29th, and we’ve rounded up all the deals & freebies…