Ana Luisa Suarez

Merry Christmas to me and my dog!

Where has this pillow been all of my life?

Time to dig through your closet.

How is it already wedding season? It feels like we just celebrated Christmas a week ago. Yet, here we are. It is May, the flowers have bloomed, the sun is shining (most days) and we have about 20 Save the Dates stuck to our refrigerators. Maybe you love weddings, maybe you hate them. If you’re somewhere in-between, the latest wedding trend might just bring you over. Photo booths are so 2010. The cool new wedding trend of 2018 is bouncy castles.

What is it about succulents that makes them so addictive? Every time we go to Home Goods or Whole Foods, we wind up buying a new succulent, without having anywhere to put it. Our windowsills are lined with them, the coffee table has at least three, so does the dining room table, and don’t get us started on our dressers. Succulents are one of the cutest home trends out there. Did you know that besides coming in different shaped pots, there are actually different types of succulents?

There has been a moment in the life of every Harry Potter fan where they wished they could go to Hogwarts. Of course, not everyone wants to attend the wizarding school for the same reasons. Some people would just like an excuse to play Quidditch, others would want to attend solely so they could learn magical spells, while other fans would actually like to learn about wizarding world history. Whatever your reason might be, it is still something that sits at the top of your wish list.

Every Harry Potter fan has been sorted into a Hogwarts house at some point in their life. And if you haven’t, thanks to Pottermore, you can easily find out what house you belong in if you don’t already know if you’re a Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin, or Hufflepuff. Each of the Hogwarts houses has a specific set of traits that explain why they were sorted into that house. Gryffindors are known for their “nerve, chivalry, daring, courage, bravery and determination.

Who is Carrie Bradshaw without a cosmopolitan in her hand? Until recently, we didn’t know her to drink much else! But times change and it looks like Carrie is changing with them. Sarah Jessica Parker just donned her Carrie costume once again and sadly, it wasn’t for a third “Sex and the City” movie – but it was for a good cause. SJP teamed up with actor Jeff Bridges as their most iconic on-screen characters for Stella Artois’ Super Bowl commercial.

How is it already almost the end of November? It feels like we were just eating our weight in Halloween candy, then we blinked and we were finishing our Thanksgiving dinner plate. Now, everyone is racing to get their holiday shopping done when the best sales are available online and in stores. As Christmas fast approaches, that also means that winter is on its way. The first day of winter isn’t technically until December 21st, but areas in the north have already experienced snow.

How many times have you dreamed about living in a house you’ve read about? We’re sure this is something that book lovers often imagine after enjoying a good novel. If this is you and you additionally love historical context, then you’re going to want to dig deep into your pockets. Henry David Thoreau’s “Yellow House” is on the market. The home sits at 255 Main Street in Concord, Massachusetts.

Have you ever wanted to tell people how you’re feeling before you even see them? We’ve all had those days. The ones where you’d much rather communicate with a series of eye rolls and grunts than by speaking actual words. They tend to always happen before coffee has been dispensed. Well, if you like to make your feelings very clear, but also love designer things, you’re in luck. Thanks to Hypebeast, we now have more details on the Virgil Abloh x IKEA collection.

Mother’s Day is fast approaching and if you haven’t bought something yet, you should probably work on that ASAP. Moms work so hard to make our lives manageable and happy, they deserve everything we can give them. Have you ever got your mom a gift and instantly known she didn’t like it? She’s too nice to say it, but you just knew when you saw her face. Well, if you’ve been stuck on what to get your mom for the big day, you can get an answer now thanks to Reddit.

Not that we ever doubted it for a second, but magic does exist. Harry Potter fans know this to be true, but now we have proof to share with others! Fans of the series can actually spend a night in a replica of Hagrid’s Hut. How magical does that sound? Hagrid is easily one of the most beloved characters in the entire series.

Succulents are very trendy right now. They are easy to care for if you’re not a huge plant aficionado. You only need to water a living succulent every couple of days and it isn’t hard at all. But if remembering to water anything but yourself is tough for you to do, that’s fine. Fake succulents are just as popular as the real ones. They come in many shapes, sizes, styles, and vase. You can buy succulents that look like they’re sprouting from a pineapple!

Going to the zoo is a very popular American past time. Every little kid has gone on a school field trip to the zoo at one point or another. Still, as adults, many of us are fascinated with going to the zoo to see all of the animals. Some people fear that going to the zoo isn’t perpetuating the containment of animals, but that isn’t the case. A vast majority of zoos and aquariums in the U.S. are AZA accredited.

I am buying this for everyone in my life.

“That’s what I do: I drink and I know things.” – Your dog or cat, if they could actually talk. Your pet is probably a bigger fan of “Game of Thrones” than you are, you just don’t know it, since they can’t actually voice their opinions. Obviously, they are rooting for the dragons to win in the end. We figure most cats associate themselves with dragons, after all.

Is your best friend your soulmate, your person, your #1 cheerleader, and everything in between? Of course, they are, as they should be! Best friends are the reason that we get through the tough moments in life. Obviously family and significant others contribute to this, but our BFFs are the people we go to for everything under the sun. If you and your best friend are the textbook definition of obsessed with each other, listen up!

That is if you can hide from your boss while doing so.

Do you enjoy being right? Of course, you do, who doesn’t? If you love to make bets with your friends about the endings of your favorite TV shows and movies, you’re going to want to check this deal out. If you’re a “Game of Thrones” fan, chances are you’ve already put a lot of thought into who will sit on the Iron Throne. Every GoT fan has spent quite a bit of time debating with their friends about who will rule Westeros.

How much do you love bread? There are so many ways to enjoy bread, whether you’re eating a standard roll before dinner or enjoying a slice of avocado toast. We all have a favorite pizza place because of the dough used there. The same goes for bagels because we all know that some bagel spots reign supreme over others, anyone from New York or New Jersey would argue that to the death.

People often debate whether cats or dogs are better. We don’t have any definitive proof which animal is better, but one might better for you. According to a new study, dog owners are happier than cat owners. Who can be unhappy when their dog gives them kisses? Now, this isn’t to say that cat owners aren’t entirely unhappy, but it would appear that dog owners are happier.

Who doesn’t love a good deal? Fools, that’s who! If you’re always looking for ways to save money when you’re shopping, you’re not alone. There are so many perks and bonuses that come with having a store card, like extra savings on purchases and gift cards/cash to use for the future. But, everyone who has a Target REDCard also knows that, because you’re saving money by shopping, you also tend to buy more. It is a habit we all must break, but it is just so hard!

It is that time of year again, Disney fans! The new Disney mugs from the Starbucks “Been There” Series Pin Drop Collection have arrived. Somehow, Disney and Starbucks continue to release new mugs that have us throwing our cash right at them. Do we really need six mugs? Of course, we do! Disney travelers that frequent Walt Disney World in Florida or Disneyland in California know that these mugs are sold in the Starbucks franchises located inside the parks.

Calling all interns! If you’re currently on the market for a stellar internship to add to your resume, you’re going to want to stop and read this. The internship to end all internships is here and it includes first-class travel (and $20/hour). Get your beach towel and sunscreen ready, because if you land this gig, you’re going to be working on your tan real soon. The Points Guy, a travel and points website, is looking to hire a Travel and Rewards intern.

How often are you talking to your cat and they seem to be completely ignoring you? You say every variation of their name, from their actual name to the many nicknames you have for them, but still no luck. You know that your dog understands and responds to their name, but does your cat actually know their own name? You probably thought they did not understand, based on their actions, but cats do know their name.

“Whatever happened to predictability? The milkman, the paperboy, evening TV?…” You know how the rest of the song goes. You can’t help but sing it any time that “Full House” is mentioned because it is one of those theme songs that get stuck in your head. Well, get ready to hum it non-stop, because you’re going to see quite a bit of news about the “Full House” house over the next few weeks. It is going to be on the market!

It is finally spring! Springtime means we can enjoy the beauty of nature, now that those cold and dreary days of winter are behind us. Is there anything more refreshing than looking at flowers blooming after spending weeks on end surrounded by dull gray skies? Of course not! If you’re a fan of cherry blossoms, you’re in luck! You don’t need to drive all the way to Washington D.C. to enjoy the National Cherry Blossom Festival (though it is something incredible to see).

“When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die. There is no middle ground.” – You to your best friend when they try to steal your TV-watching seat on a Sunday night. As every “Game of Thrones” lover knows, there are only two weeks until one of the best TV shows to ever air on HBO returns. After an extremely lengthy hiatus, the series is returning for an eighth and final season.

When it comes to our homes, people tend to have strong opinions. Millennials are abandoning their top sheets. People argue about whether or not you should keep your toaster on the counter or in the cupboards. Just recently, people online were debating about how many towels people need in their homes, and the results were varied. But the newest heated debate on Twitter has to do with what side of the bed you sleep on. Twitter user Steve O’Rourke is at the heart of this online debate.

Now that we’re officially done with winter and spring has sprung, we’re headed toward better weather days. We can expect to see some beautiful flowers blooming shortly. However, before we get flowers, you know how the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers.” The rain isn’t too awful unless you have dogs. Every dog owner knows that with rain comes mud and with mud comes muddy paws.

Do you have a pretty deep love of your bed? Is it your hardest goodbye each morning and your fondest hello at night? Yeah, same here. We love to sleep and we especially love to be cozy in our beds. If sleeping for two months straight sounds like something right up your alley, then you might want to check out this opportunity from NASA. Yes, NASA, as in the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The Independent reported that NASA is looking to pay volunteers $18,500 for 60 days of work.

Bees are more important to the environment than most people realize. There are a lot more to bees than just their delicious honey. They pollinate 90% of the world’s plants by transferring pollen from one plant or flower to another. The average honeybee can visit up to 2,000 flowers in one day! But sadly, despite how essential honeybees are to our ecosystem, their populations have declined over the last 60 years.