Last week, I got a plain white envelope in my PO Box. There was no return address and my address was typed, and while this may sound uninteresting, it stood out the most in my bundle of colorful postcards and envelopes. I opened it before I got home, and was extremely...
I mentioned that the Postal Museum in DC is hosting a snail mail social on the second Thursday of every month, and since it's December, this month's was holiday themed! Lots of people came, some with their own cards to decorate and some ready to make cards from...
It can be really hard to think of things that our friends and family would like to receive as a present for any given occasion. There are entire websites dedicated to being gift guides. Lots of times they just want to know the age and gender of the recipient, but I...
Did you know that today is Gingerbread House Day? Have you made one yet this year? You can pick up a kit at most craft and department stores, although, I would like to advise you to look closely at what comes in your kit. Charlotte and I had a great time putting ours...
Hey! Is your ground covered in snow? Lots of places got snow this week, including Baltimore! I hope you're staying warm. Are you working on your holiday cards? If you've got an extra, you can trade it in for a zine! If you're in the DC area, join us for a holiday card...
Every month, I host an event in the community, and this month I asked people to join me in Mount Vernon in a tacky sweater for a photoshoot. Thanks to Jason, Ashley, Munchel, and my dad for meeting me and being such good sports! We had a good time, even though it was...
Last month, I was on a guerrilla kindness mission. I walked around the Inner Harbor slapping stickers on poles, leaving goody bags and notes for strangers to find. Months before that day, I had started carrying around a self addressed/stamped bubble mailer with a...
On Tuesday, my friend, Brian, posted a link he found on NPR that reminded him of me. First, I looked at the pictures, like I usually do, and then I saw "Baltimore"! I realized that this intensely wonderful hopscotch crosswalk was in my city! I threw shoes on and got...
Last month, the Celebrate Link-Up was successful, so I wanted to implement a monthly feature. This month, we're talking about self love! I asked my friends and fellow bloggers if they'd be interested in joining me, and I hope you're able to get a good feel for what...
Are you getting festive yet? December 4th is Cookie Day! I think you all know how to celebrate, so go out and do it! Bake, gift, and stuff your face with deliciously sweet treats. I hope you're having a good week. Don't forget to vote for your favorite Bug pic! As...