Writing Archive
Below is a fuller — but still not exhaustive! — view of my body of work for news outlets and other publications over the years.
Lifestyle, Home, Travel, & Shopping
I Tried the “SIMPLE” Method and Decluttered My Kitchen Cabinets in 30 Minutes • Apartment Therapy
I Use This 6-Pack of Organizers All Over My Home • Apartment Therapy
The $75 IKEA Bathroom Shelf I Can’t Live Without • Apartment Therapy
I Started a “Recipe Glossary” and It Saves Me So Much Time on Meal Planning • Apartment Therapy
Why I Canceled All My Subscription Boxes, and You Should Too • Apartment Therapy
This Small, Forgotten Corner of Your Car Really Needs Organizing • Apartment Therapy
This $20 Rolling Hamper is a Must If You Have No In-Unit Laundry • Apartment Therapy
This Simple Cleaning Routine Has a Built-In Reward • Apartment Therapy
How I Finally Let Go of My Post-Wedding Clutter • Apartment Therapy
This “Divide and Conquer” Habit Leaves My Fridge Sparkling Clean • Apartment Therapy
This $6 Scrubber Got My Shower Sparkling — And Saved My Wrist • Apartment Therapy
IKEA's SATSUMAS Plant Stand Has an Unexpected Use in My Guest Room • Apartment Therapy
The DenXYZ Decor You Need Based on Your Favorite Halloween Movie • DenXYZ
Couple Raffling Off Eco-Friendly Lodge in Ecuador • ABC News
TripAdvisor Names Travelers' Picks for Best Beaches in the World • ABC News
These Historic Bed & Breakfasts Offer Glimpses of the Underground Railroad • ABC News
Swedish Hotel Chain Offers Refunds to Couples Who Divorce Within a Year of Their Stay • ABC News
Rooftop Pool Hangs 500 Feet Over Downtown Houston • ABC News
No Passport Required for Handmade Spanish Jewelry at Roberta Weissburg Jewelry • Pittsburgh Magazine
Beer Cults & Brick Ovens: An Evening at Fuel & Fuddle • Pittsburgh Magazine
Moisturize for Summer-Ready Skin With This Locally Made Body Fluff • Pittsburgh Magazine
Welcome Warm Weather With This Bright Summer Shift Dress • Pittsburgh Magazine
Food & Cooking
I Just Moved Into an Apartment With a Gas Stove — Here’s What I’ve Learned • Allrecipes
I Tried the No-Flip Pancake Method That Makes Breakfast Easier Than Ever • Allrecipes
Here’s How to Make (and Use) Fondant Like a Professional Baker • Allrecipes
PSA: You’re Probably Washing Your Grapes the Wrong Way • Allrecipes
What is Neapolitan Pizza, and How Do You Make it at Home? • Allrecipes
What is Country Ham, and What Makes it ‘Country’? • Allrecipes
Here’s why Black Forest Ham is an Underrated Cut • Allrecipes
Why the Budget-Friendly Skirt Steak is Perfect for Home Cooks • Allrecipes
Local & Regional Features
Debra Sullivan, the Empathetic Educator: A 2024 WV Living Wonder Woman • WV Living Magazine
Susan Margaret Murphy, the Compassionate Response: A 2024 WV Living Wonder Woman • WV Living
Karen Bowling, the Level-Up Lady: A 2024 WV Living Wonder Woman • WV Living Magazine
Carrie E. Willetts, the Confidence Builder: A 2024 WV Living Wonder Woman • WV Living Magazine
Candace Nelson, the Friendly Foodie: A 2024 WV Living Wonder Woman • WV Living Magazine
Judy Moore, the Business Buff: A 2024 WV Living Wonder Woman • WV Living Magazine
Becoming an Outdoorswoman, & Finding Sisterhood, Too • Wonderful WV Magazine
Rivers Lost, Community Found at Lost River Vacations • WV Living Magazine
Possibilitarian Crystal Mersh — Creating a Hub for Her Community • WV Living Magazine
Sarah Moomau Helps Grant County Visitors Find Memorable Experiences • WV Living Magazine
The Ross Foundation — Continuing a Legacy of Generosity • WV Living Magazine
Brian Magliochette — Working His Way Up • WV Living Magazine
Babe & Honey Artisan Market: A Woman-Owned Community • WV Living Magazine
Cake & A Concert at Rock City Cake Company • WV Living Magazine
Vail Furniture: Where Everybody Knows Your Name • WV Living Magazine
Appalachian Botanical Co. is Creating Lavender Products from the Ground Up • WV Living Magazine
Tiny Homes in Penn Hills to Offer Safe Haven for Veterans • Pittsburgh Magazine
Entertainment
The Crown: Prince Charles & Tutor Edward Millward's Friendship, Explained • ELLE.com
The Crown: What Really Happened Between Queen Elizabeth and "Porchey" • ELLE.com
Why Hannah's Bachelorette Ending Was Perfect For Her, Even if it Wasn't a Happy One • Bustle
Hulu's Four Weddings & A Funeral Adaptation Makes an Important Update • Bustle
Watch the Cast of The Hills Play a Game of "Would You Rather?" With Us • Bustle
No Shade to Tim & Heidi, But the New Project Runway is Better Than Ever • Bustle
The Barry Season 2 Finale Made Things More Complicated Than Ever for Gene • Bustle
The Veep Series Finale Will Make You Feel Better About Saying Goodbye • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] Veep Costume Designer Kathleen Felix-Hager on Amy's New Look • Bustle
How the Gentleman Jack Team is Helping to Decode Anne Lister's Diaries • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] Hulu's Ramy Is a Show About Finding Religion — Not Leaving it Behind • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] Katie Couric Wants to Get Through to People Who Don't Believe in Science • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] How I Am The Night Director Patty Jenkins Found Light in a Dark Story • Bustle
How Sex Education Helps Normalize Conversations About Teenage Sexuality • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] Haunting of Hill House's Costume Designer Says All The Ghosts Have a Story • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] All American Star Bre-Z Breaks Down the Conflict Between Coop & Her Mom • Bustle
Why Lost Fans Should Definitely Be Tuning in to Manifest • Bustle
How Orange is the New Black Fans Can Actually Help Real Women in Prison • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] Jake Johnson Is as Sad About New Girl Ending as You Are
[INTERVIEW] The New Girl Finale Will Be Satisfying For Fans, Says Star Hannah Simone • Bustle
Maggie and Jackson Deserve So Much Better Than This Forced Grey's Anatomy Romance • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] Camilla Luddington Says Jo's Grey's Anatomy Storyline is Timely as Ever • Bustle
[INTERVIEW] What Queen Elizabeth's Coronation Was Really Like, According to a Maid of Honor • Bustle
Viola Davis Wins Best Supporting Actress Oscar for Fences • ABC News
Academy Announces Changes After Best Picture Flub • ABC News
Human Interest
5 Siblings Hoping to be Adopted Together Receive Overwhelming Response • ABC News
New Jersey to Provide New Parents With Baby Boxes • ABC News
[INTERVIEW] Michael Phelps Talks Fatherhood & Educating Son on Water Safety • ABC News
Airport Customs Hires Shelter Dog Rescued From Abuse • ABC News
6-Year-Old Receives Birthday Wishes From Around The World • ABC News
Photography Project Documents "First Hello" Between Parents & Newborns • ABC News
Zoos in Atlanta and Boston Prepare for Super Bowl LI • ABC News
Australian Mom Creates Cards to Celebrate Unique Preemie Milestones • ABC News
Doctor in St. Louis Delivers Three Sets of Triplets in Six Weeks • ABC News
Former Shelter Dog Helps Family Discover Lost 3-Year Old Girl • ABC News