Author: Brittany H

Posted on: April 20, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 0

Four Spring Things To Do in the DC Area

I hated spring growing up. In Ohio, it felt like a terrible tease. One day it would be lovely and the next, it would snow. I distinctly remember crying on my way to school one May (yes, May) morning because it was icy and snowy. I was a bit of an emotional child. Now that I live in DC, I absolutely love spring despite having terrible allergies for a solid…

Posted on: April 13, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 0

The Midwesterner’s Guide To The Best Burgers in the DMV

This past winter in DC felt very nostalgic (not in a good way) for the midwestern winters I grew up with. It was grey, dingy and all-around miserable for a solid few months. When I asked my friend who’s from Michigan (I’m from Ohio) to accompany me on the search for the best burger in DC, she pounced on the opportunity. Let’s just say that the seasonal depression was real…

Posted on: April 6, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 0

Two Hyattsville Breweries That Are Totally Worth Checking Out

It feels like it’s been a while since I’ve shared some of our local brewery finds! A few weeks ago, Jim and I ventured over to Prince George’s county, which is an area we rarely explore.  Since I’d been in Hyattsville, I swear it’s gotten even cuter. It seriously is a hipster paradise, full of fun breweries, shops and restaurants… But, dare I say, the beer is the best. If…

Posted on: March 18, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 0

How The Gig Economy Can Solve Your FOMO

The Gig Economy has gotten a pretty bad reputation in some circles and I just don’t understand it. While I may not agree with everything Dave Ramsey says, the notion of picking up as much extra work as you can when you’re in debt is one I can totally get behind.  But, what if you’re not in debt?  A pre-Covid article in the Atlantic featured interview of several millennials who…

Posted on: March 4, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 0

What I Read in February

I should start this post by offering a disclaimer.  When I say that I “read” a book, sometimes it means that I listened to the audiobook.  I love consuming books but can rarely find the time to sit down and read a book (or watch TV, for that matter).  That’s how I’m able to get through so many  Of the books below, all were audiobooks except for Abigail Shrier’s.  I…

Posted on: February 18, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 0

Five Snow Day Activities From Someone Who Grew Up in the Snow Belt

As I’m writing this, there’s an impending snow and ice storm here in the DC area. One thing I’ve really enjoyed about this area is that the winters tend to be significantly more mild than Ohio’s, but we still get a “snack” of winter, if you will. Since I am a bit of a pro in the snow day world, I thought I would share five fun things do to…

Posted on: February 11, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 0

How To Host A Mardi Gras Dinner For Four

Let the Good TIME ROLLLL.  This is a republish of one of my favorite compilations of recipes that I often come back to. Who knew Cajun (or is it Creole?) food was soooo good? This coming Tuesday is Mardi Gras and I hope you’re able to at least somewhat celebrate it. Last year Jim and I were in New Orleans for the festivities and it was just as fun as you’d…

Posted on: February 8, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 1

Five Low Key Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s (or Galentine’s!) Day This Year

I have to admit, when given the choice between Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras, I always choose the latter. Perhaps it’s because I was chronically single for so long and Valentine’s Day brings back not-so-great memories. Maybe it’s because Mardi Gras is actually the best holiday ever and I’ve learned to love it.. Either way, my place is decked out in purple, green and yellow at the moment and I…

Posted on: February 4, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 3

How I Got Over Myself And Started Buying Clothes at Thrift Stores

I’ll be the first to admit it–I’m a major MAJOR germaphobe. I also grew up in a rather high-maintenance town full of people who would never, ever be caught dead rifling through others’ hand-me-downs. To say that 16 year-old-me would be horrified to learn that 35 year-old-me would be a thrifter would be perhaps the biggest understatement ever made. Fast forward to my first few years in the DC area.…

Posted on: February 2, 2021 Posted by: Brittany H Comments: 1

January Instagram Roundup

You may or may not have seen a little update on my Instagram feed (@basicbrittblog) but I have a little new endeavor.. The short version is that you’ll be seeing a lot more lifestyle content here and I’ll be shifting my financial stuff to another page. It’ll be launched this month so stay tuned! I always love reading Instagram Roundups on others’ blogs so I thought I’d do one today…