2025 was the year I stopped living cautiously. I spent time reading my 2025 resolutions that I wrote back in January—which was a full-circle moment. I wrote about wanting to spend the year embodying simplicity and purpose, and fill my time with things that aligned with my goals. I wanted a quiet year with predictability since 2024 was so challenging. I wrote about wanting to slow down and live to the fullest. I wanted to feel confident at my new job and stop worrying about my

Last Thursday, just as I was gearing up for a fun-filled weekend with my best friend, my boss came in with some news: I’d received my first not-so-glowing patient review at this job. And honestly… I panicked, suddenly feeling insecure and off-balance in a way I hadn't felt in years. Crazy, right? Who wouldn’t love me! All jokes aside, my boss was so kind in delivering this news—making sure I wasn’t fully taking it personally or spiraling. (Although I definitely was.) He expla

I’m realizing how much I love slowing down. Last week I was rushing around to appointments, (me having to do a naked full body check at the dermatologist...pass!), work, fitness classes, and seeing friends…every hour full and spoken for. I had my One Year Blog Anniversary party last weekend—which was so fun, but hosting takes a lot of energy! My body was on constant overdrive, not to mention my job is emotionally taxing at times. Sometimes it feels like Boston culture is all

I turn 28 today. Celebrations are lined up to spend time with friends who have shown me what friendship truly means. Showing up for each other! I am so excited. I love my birthday (read: birth week) more than anyone I know...forever…it’s a national holiday in my estimation! I had written a piece reflecting on the past year including challenges and growth, but it sounded like a mash up of other blogs I’ve written. I wasn't sure how to honor my 28 th  trip around the sun.  Upon

I had a killer time recently celebrating my college best friend’s fiancé’s bridal shower in Albany. Whew! That’s a mouthful! It was such a special day filled with love for Caroline and Jack…I am so excited for their wedding. The weekend also came with an unexpected text of an old friend reaching out. We had a slight break in our friendship...like a 5 year one. We hadn’t spoken in half a decade due to a falling out that looking back now could’ve been handled so differently. I

Opening up about a hard day this past weekend trying on a tiny dress. My battle with weight and what society expects.

Charty's mini rant about the treatment of women in society, specifically at car dealerships.

I'm almost 28 years old and live in the same shoebox apartment I’ve been in for the past five years. I can’t afford a house, and I don’t want kids for at least another 4-5 years. I can’t find an emotionally mature man anywhere. I think dating apps are a waste of time. I’m happy on my own, and I love my routine. And no, I have no idea if I’ll be in Boston long term. If I were to tell some people in different circles this, the looks I’d get would be colossal. What do you mean y

I'm leaving my new job after 5 months. Yes. You read that correctly. It feels so freeing to finally put it out there. This was not an easy decision, but I know what’s personal is universal, so I wanted to share this journey. Buckle up, here's the one everyone's been waiting for. Let’s rewind. I worked for numerous years at an agency I loved. My coworkers were like family, I loved my work, and I loved my work/life balance. However, in the beginning of 2024, it was time for so

Hey! Can you meet tomorrow after work? No? When are you free next? How’s your job? Have you heard from that guy? How’s your wedding planning? Did you go to that workout? Did you buy a house? Are your parents healthy? Are you okay? I miss you. I wish we could spend more time together. Sound familiar? Friendships are hard in our 20s. Have we talked about that yet? Full time jobs, kids, husbands, weddings, new cities. It becomes so hard to manage these different relationships. I

Happy Thanksgiving peeps! I hope you’re all full of turkey and pie. I am currently drinking Kraken rum and eating pie out of the dish! And doing a lot of reflecting—I have so much to be grateful for. First, thank you to all my readers. Whether you’re a consistent reader, or just dropping by, this blog means so much to me, and I’m grateful you love it. I could go on for paragraphs about how lucky I am between my city, my family, home, friends, and more, but for now I’ll just s

Hi sweet friends, I recently finished Hailey Page Mae’s “Stop People Pleasing: And Find your Power.” It is a must read for anyone wanting...

Growing up, my siblings and I were put on skis at a young age. My mom grew up skiing, and encouraged my dad to try it, which led to a...

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Hi peeps!   Okay, quick Charty chat. How do we feel about the dating apps? They’re the worst in Boston. Maybe it’s because whenever I...

As we just recently wrapped up summer, I feel like the time of shedding and transitions have been so prominent. The ending of summer...

Well, well, well…It’s officially  launched . Thank you for dropping by Chateau Charty! Whether you’re familiar with who I am or a new...