Now Accepting Submissions: The 2026 Emily Reviews Holiday Gift Guide
Now Accepting Submissions: The 2026 Emily Reviews Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays will be here before we know it, and that means it's almost time for one of our favorite traditions here on the blog. Our annual holiday gift guide is coming back for 2026, and we're now taking submissions from brands, shops, and PR reps who'd like to be part of it.
If you're new here: we've been publishing a holiday gift guide every year for more than fifteen years! It runs from November 1st through December Read more [...]
PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Self-Cleaning Litter Box Review
PetPivot sent me their AutoScooper 12 self-cleaning cat litter box for review. All opinions are my own.
PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Review
I only have one cat. When we first got her, I didn't think twice about just getting a really basic litter box. I couldn't see myself needing anything more fancy. I had some people tell me that they thought the same prior to getting a self-cleaning cat litter box, though. So, when PetPivot reached out about a potential review of their AutoScooper 12 self-cleaning Read more [...]
How to Tell If Your Roof Needs Repair or Full Replacement
This is a sponsored guest post.
How to Tell If Your Roof Needs Repair or Full Replacement
Your roof usually stays out of sight and out of mind until a stain appears on the ceiling or a shingle lands in the yard after a storm. At that point, you’re not just thinking about home maintenance. You’re trying to avoid a very expensive domino effect. Knowing when a roof needs a repair and when it’s time for a full replacement can save you money, stress, and a few sleepless nights during heavy Read more [...]
Can Cats Stay Home Alone? Top 5 Cat Breeds for Solo Time
This is a sponsored guest post.
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, professional consensus in veterinary medicine indicates that extended isolation beyond approximately 24 to 48 hours without human interaction introduces measurable welfare risks for domestic cats, including stress responses, unmet physical needs, and behavioral changes that persist after the owner returns.
That guideline addresses the outer limit. The more relevant daily question for Read more [...]
How to Choose a Recumbent Exercise Bike for Comfortable Home Workouts
This is a sponsored guest post.
Building a home workout routine does not always require high-impact exercise or complicated fitness equipment. For people who prefer seated cardio, want more back support, or simply want an exercise machine that feels comfortable enough to use consistently, a recumbent exercise bike can be a practical addition to a home gym.
Unlike upright exercise bikes, recumbent bikes place the rider in a reclined seated position with the pedals positioned in front of Read more [...]
