Use the list below as your comprehensive guide to Black Friday 2018! Happy shopping!

6pm.com - up to 60% off MSRP

Aerie - 40% off the Aerie shop and free shipping!

Aeropostale - 60-70% off entire store

adidas.com - up to 50% off select winter items

Alex & Ani - 25% off everything

Amazon.com - tons of daily deals!

AMIClubwear.com - 65% off with code BLACK65

Ann Taylor Loft - 50% off

Anthropologie - 30% off everything

AshleyStewart.com - 40% Off Sitewide Plus Free Shipping

ASOS.com - 25% off everything with code EPIC25

BackCountry.com - 40% off select styles

Banana Republic - 50% off regularly priced items

Bauble Bar - 35% off everything

BCBG Maxazria - Extra 50% off factory 

Bed Bath & Beyond - tons of doorbuster deals

BestBuy.com - tons of doorbuster deals

Bloomingdale's - 15% off $100-$249

BlueFly.com - Extra 20% off with code BFDAY20

BooHoo - 60% off everything

Boscov's - 20-80% off home and family

Buy Buy Baby - Tons of Black Friday deals

CanvasOnDemand.com - Canvas prints for $21 each

Carter's - 60% off entire site and store

Charlotte Russe - Entire store $20 and under

CharmingCharlie.com - $10 off $40

Club Monaco - 25% off $150, 30% off $250, 35% off $400 with code CMBLACKFRIDAY18

Coach.com - up to 50% off select styles

Cotton On - 40-75% off

Crate and Barrel - 20% off

Dell.com - tons of new computer deals

Dick's Sporting Goods - 25% off everything

Disney Store - up to 60% off

DKNY.com - 30% off everything with code YESPLEASE

DorothyPerkins.com - Up to 50% Off Everything

Eastbay.com - 20% off $49

Ebay.com - tons of daily deals!

EddieBauer.com - 50% off everything with code FRIDAY50

Express.com - 50% off sitewide + free shipping

Fashion Nova - 40-80% off with code BLACK40

Forever 21 - Extra 50% off sale

Francesca's - Buy one get one 70% off

Game Stop - tons of discounts on gaming bundles

GAP - 50% off everything code BLKFRIDAY

H&M - 30% off everything + free shipping

Hobby Lobby - 50% off Christmas

Home Depot - tons of Black Friday deals

Icing.com - 50% off almost everything

JCPenney.com - tons of doorbuster deals

JCREW - 40% off with code TOGETHER

JoAnn Fabrics - Tons of crafty doorbusters and deals

Kate Spade - 30% off everything with code GIVECHEER

Keds - 30% off all full-priced items with code NOCROWDS

Kohls.com - Take 15% off + tons of doorbuster deals

Last Call by Neiman Marcus - 40-80% off everything

LEVIs.com - up to 40% off with code INDIGO

TheLimited.com - 60% off sitewide

Lord and Taylor - $25 off $200 with code BONUS

Lowe's - tons of deals on appliances and Christmas decore

Lulus.com - Up to 90% off sitewide on women's clothing and free shipping - no minimum with code BF25

Macys.com - Tons of Black Friday deals

Madewell - 25% off 

Maurices - $40 of every $100

MAYKOOL.com - up to 80% off

Michael Kors - up to 50% off

Michael's - up to 70% off

Mixbook.com - up to 55% off with code ERLYBF18

NastyGal.com - 60% off everything

Necessary Clothing - 50% off everything

Neiman Marcus - $50 off $200

NewBalance.com - 15% off & Free Shipping

New York & Company - up to 70% off + extra 10% off with code 113100

Nordstrom - Up to 60% off

Nordstrom Rack - extra 30% off clearance items

No Rest for Bridget - 20% off + free shipping

Old Navy - 50% off everything

Overstock.com - Up to 70% off

PC Richard and Son - Up to 40% off televisions, mattresses, and appliances

Pier 1 Imports - Buy 1 get 1 50% off Christmas

Pottery Barn - 25% off + free shipping with code THANKFUL

Red Dress Boutique - 30% off plus free shipping over $50

Sephora - 50% off some beauty items

Shoes.com - Up to 75% off

Shutterfly - 40-50% off everything

Staples - discounts on computers, printers, office furniture, and other tech 

StellaandDot.com - Up to 60% off

Sunglass Hut - 20%off all styles

SweatyBetty.com - 30% off everything with code CHEERS

Target - tons of Black Friday deals and door busters

The Children's Place - 50-75% off entire store, no exclusions

ThingsRemembered.com - 25% off entire site

Torrid - 40% off everything - no exceptions

Tory Burch - up to 60% off with code THANKS

Ulta - tons of beauty deals

UnderArmour.com - 40% off cyber weekend deals

Uniqlo.com - Black Friday Offers with UNIQLO: Free shipping and tons of deals

Urban Outfitters - Buy one get one 50% off

Vera Bradley - 30% off your purchase

Victoria's Secret - $50 off $250 and free shipping on over $50

Walmart.com - Black Friday Means Walmart's Hottest Deals of the Year!

Wayfair.com - up to 80% off furniture and home decor

I was recently sent a pair of the form-fitting Slimsation pants to try.  Normally, very few pants fits me on the first try, so I typically avoid buying pants online.  With the Slimsation pants, however, I was so pleasantly surprised to find that they fit to my body perfectly and created the perfect wear-to-work look with very little effort on my part (the best kind of look!).

Check them out here: www.slimsation.com

I have realized how important it is to stay active, and I have tried just about everything.  Some things I have loved and others

But one thing I have recently gotten into is hiking and just being outside to unwind and enjoy nature away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and responsibilities.  There truly is something therapeutic about being away from cars and technology and allowing yourself the time to take it all in 

(though I must admit I'm guilty of snapping pictures on my phone of great nature shots...🌵📸).  One thing I've realized is I really am unaware of all of the natural trails and county/state/national parks that exist nearby!  I found this app, which is also a website, and it has basically solved my issue of feeling like I have to go to the same trails over and over again because I'm unfamiliar with others.  

The All Trails app, or AllTrails.com, allows you to search nearby trails, favorite trails, and review trails.  You can also read the review of others so you don't end up on a treacherous hike when all you were looking for was a leisurely stroll...something I've done once or twice!

Check it out for yourself!  Search All Trails on the app store and get yourself some fresh air!

After a very long hiatus, I've decided to pick up where I left off on my blogging journey.  I started this journey six years ago at age 22, and now, at age 28, I feel like I have even more to offer as far as young women's lifestyle tips and tricks may go.  I have been so focused on my job (a sixth grade teacher) and my Master's program, that I have given up on some of my other passions.  So thank you for those of you who have continued to visit my outdated site.  I promise to keep things fresh from now on and I would love as much feedback as possible!

Thanks so much! Can't wait to keep writing.
-Marisa

This is a little side salad recipe that I have been hunting for since I went to a small Mediterranean shop near my college.  It is fresh, light, healthy, and incredibly easy to make!  This pairs well with a chicken dish, and if you want to use it authentically, put it in a grilled chicken pita.  My fiance and I both loved it and paired it with tzatziki sauce (Sabra brand).  Bring this to your next barbecue and it is sure to be a hit!

2 diced cucumbers, peeled and seeded

8 Campari tomatoes, diced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tbsp red wine vinegar (optional)

Feta cheese to taste

Parsley flakes to taste

Salt and pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients together and serve with your favorite dish or as a side salad with warm pita and tzatziki sauce.  Enjoy!