There are songs, albums, and artists that I tend to associate with each season, but none more-so than in the fall. It's usually the time of year that I discover new artists and listen to them obsessively. It's funny how I'll go months without thinking about a particular song that I first heard and ...
Brew Review: Atwater Pumpkin Spice Latte
Atwater Pumpkin Spice Latte Brewed By: Atwater Brewing Detroit, Michigan Style: Pumpkin Ale ABV: 6.80% 3.6 / 5.0 Look: 3.5 | Smell: 4.5 | Taste: 3.5 | Feel: 3 | Overall: 3.5 ...
Brew Review: A Pumpkin Preview
I love beer. Let me repeat that: I love beer. After years of drinking craft beer and supporting the “don't-call-it-a-movement” movement, I have always wanted a forum where I could have an opportunity to share my deep dive into the ever-evolving world of beer. Those that know me know that I like ...
Birthday Bucket List: 27 Before 28
Although I was certain that, no matter what, I’d launch Beard + Bloom the week of my birthday this year, I wasn’t entirely confident that I would have reached the point of creating and posting content. I’m so excited that I’ve gotten past that point and that, in doing so, I have the opportunity to ...
Like Mother, Like Daughter: My First Year of Gardening
When I was younger, my mom would spend hours in her gardens. I never understood the appeal of fighting off bugs and heat, wiping away sweat only to leave a streak of dirt in its place, or pulling weed after weed knowing they'd come back just a week or two later. And I especially didn't like when ...
Our Eaux Claires Experience: Tips + Tricks for Surviving a Music Festival
Eaux Claires was our first experience at a music festival (you can read more about it here.) It was also the inaugural year for Eaux Claires. So, naturally, we learned a lot - and I'm sure the Eaux Claires folks did, too. ...