I’m always on the lookout for women owned and operated businesses here in East Texas. That’s what brought me into Spruce Boutique in Lufkin, Texas. I first saw them on Instagram and was immediately drawn to the classic styles that combine both fun and classic elements. I can see why Spruce appeals to a wide …
One of the things I love about East Texas is the fact there is never a shortage of things to do. This is especially true of kid friendly activities. The main challenge (and why I do what I do here on ETX Life) is finding those activities. I feel like I discovered one of the …
How many of us have a love/hate relationship with their hair? When it’s great, I feel like I’m unstoppable. When it’s less than great it affects my whole attitude. I’m not alone in this right? It had been 9 whole months since I had my done. My Pinterest folder was full of hair inspo, the …
Take every preconceived notion you have about tattoo artists and throw them out the window. That’s what I had to do when I met Josh Whitten in person. After following his Instagram account and being continually impressed and in awe over his raw talent we sat down at True Vine Brewing for a chat. The …
After working for Whole Foods in Austin I gained a much greater appreciation for what goes into the products we use on our skin. Your skin is your body’s largest organ. While not every chemical will be absorbed through your skin we know without debate that some chemicals can and do enter our bloodstream through …
I found Moss completely by accident while I was exploring Tyler, Texas a few weeks ago. I worked in a flower shop while I was in college and was intrigued to see what Moss was all about. After browsing their store filled with unique, whimsical gifts and treasures, plus plants and other green pretty things, …
My husband and I understand all too well the challenges of operating multiple small businesses while maintaining some semblance of home and family life. I think we may have met our match with Amber and Samuel Richmann, founders and owners of Cafe 1948 among other business ventures. These two entrepreneurs are actively contributing to the …
Skillet Banana Bread Breakfast is my least favorite meal of the day. There, I said it. I love breakfast food but I prefer it for dinner or brunch is right up my alley. Maybe it’s because I don’t consider myself a morning person and all I really want first thing is my coffee. Food is …
A couple weeks ago we were at the Longview Farmers Market sampling some of the best goat cheese I had ever tasted from Haute Goat Creamery. Full of flavor and offered by a local family run business out of White Oak, Texas I had to know more. Full disclosure I have yet to meet a …
I got my first job at a pet store before I turned 16 years old. With the help of my parents, they dropped me off and picked me up until I got my driver’s license. I had a car to get back and forth to work. I have worked as a waitress, for a law …
