The life with be

Brigid and Elizabeth are discussing the finer points of home offices(and work spaces in general)now that it’s back to school season (read: time to shop for school supplies!) and so many people are still working from home. They’re sharing all sorts of hot tips (and trickles, natch) for keeping organized, setting up a home office that actually makes you look good on those Zoom calls, and the merits of allowing your home to evolve to meet your current needs. There’s possibly also some TMI and some reminiscing about Mr. Sketch. Whether you’ve got a need to print all the papers or you’re decidedly digital, it’s important to be sure that your work space reflects who you are and what you need to be successful. Even if you do take your Zoom calls in a blazer and sweatpants. Business on top, party on the bottom... Listen in for some hot takes, life lessons, and learn how to make your home office work for you!

We’ve all been there ... friends are stopping by for a quick drink or snack and you’re 100% not ready to host a shin dig. So, what do you do? Naturally, Brigid and Elizabeth are turning to Jason for his best tips and tricks to get you ready for a Party in a Flash! (For more of Jason’s expertise, listen to his past episodes on Grilling, Brunch, Bar Carts, Household Supplies, and Laundry!) Mr. Particular himself is also known as Mr. Entertainment and Mr. Jack of all Trades, for sure! (He’s available to rent for your cocktail parties, natch!) Join in as the crew chats through how to quickly get your house ready for guests (there may or may not be talk of gathering up all the random stuff that’s out into a laundry basket and shoving it into your car...), the merits of guest - only prop soap and hand towels, and a variety of yummy, easy to make and keep on hand snacks to serve your last - minute, but totally welcome, guests! (Note: this is where breadsticks, the underdog of snacks, come into play!)

It’s the episode you’ve been waiting for! Join Brigid and Elizabeth as they discuss all things ...Cousin Camp! Who knew that camping in your own backyard could be your favorite family/social event of the year? Clearly, Brigid did. For the past few years, Brigid and her husband have hosted all nine cousins, aged three to 16 in the backyard for Cousin Camp,complete with camping in the backyard, s’mores, and camp activities. Brigid swears she keeps it simplistic, though her version includes labels for ants on a log, bandana and burlap décor and even some infrastructure in the form of an outdoor movie screen. Whether you’re just dipping your toe into the notion of camping as fun, or you’re ready to pack up and pitch a tent with your crew, listen in for Brigid and Elizabeth’s (read: mostly Brigid’s) tips and tricks for a summer night to remember.

Can you BE-lieve we’re already in August?! Welcome to the sweatiest month of the year ... In more exciting, and far more pleasant, happenings, Brigid and Elizabeth are sharing their top three items for August! The gals aren’t sticking with a theme this month, but it’s really because they’re so in love with the random collection of items they’ve found that they couldn’t wait to share!! From stain remover by The Laundress (ahem, sweat!) , Porter Teleo’s swanky cocktail napkins, and adorable paper goods by Minor Detail CLE to a frizz - fighting hair turban by AQUIS (approved by Shea McGee , so obviously top - notch!), the telescoping marshmallow sticks you never knew you needed by MalloMe , and The North Face’s indestructible backpacks, Brigid and Elizabeth are sharing all of their end - of - summer loves! Listen in for more HOT tips ... seriously, really hot and sweaty.

Brigid and Elizabeth are chatting with Tracy Hobbs, founder and owner of Eleanor and Hobbs(definitely one of their favorite Rocky River, OH boutiques) about all things shopping and fashion! Join them as they chat through what makes Eleanor and Hobbs a beautiful store to shop in, how to find the perfect pair of jeans (HINT: feedback is critical!), and why you should really break out of the “oh, it’s beautiful, but I could never wear that!” box and embrace your own take on your style icons. You may remember Eleanor and Hobbs from Elizabeth’s Top 3 in July(she took a dive into color!!) but there’s so much more the store has to offer, including, natch, a signature scent (see also: Top 3 With be: July). See, everyone needs a signature scent! And a good stylist/girlfriend to tell you to step away from the jeans you purchased online!

Join Brigid and Elizabeth as they recap Brigid’s recent family road trip through California! While
not the most relaxing of trips (read: it was a trip not a vacation, natch) it was certainly chock-
full of memories! From hiking, being one with nature and enjoying the beauty of the Pacific
Coast Highway to channeling her inner DJ Tanner (blasting the Full House theme song when
vising the Painted Ladies) and enjoying the creature comforts of celeb-haven Shutters on the
Beach, Brigid’s California trip touched on so many of California’s offerings. Including, wait for
it… a trip to see the Friends set and even sit on the famous couch! Grab those road trip-worthy
snacks, and listen in for all the tips and tricks to plan your own Cali getaway. Or, perhaps just hit
the sofa and watch some Full House and Friends. Your call!

Bob Ross said, “ I believe, I believe every day is a good day when you paint” and he might have been talking more about painting a landscape than your walls, but Brigid and Elizabeth are choosing to believe that he was talking about painting your home! This week, they’re on a roll(see what we did there?) and discussing all things painting. There’s also a touch of discussion on the appropriate number of caffeinated drinks per day, but that’s a whole other debate. Whether you’re curious about what finish to use on your walls vs. trim, where to use color vs. neutrals (HINT: almost always neutrals unless MOODY is the goal!), or how to test paint colors, Brigid and Elizabeth have the answers to all of your questions! Listen in, and get those paint rollers ready! *Or Google the number of your local painting contractor, which is also 100%acceptable!

Brigid and Elizabeth are back with their top three items for July! From the coffee drink Elizabeth uses to fuel her through those new mom days, to the perfect candle and even a new found favorite shirt in a color other than black (gasp!), Elizabeth is on a roll with trying new things and falling in love with them! Brigid’s all about the latest Ellen Hildebrand book (perfect for vacation, with all the Nantucket vibes), the PataGUCCI, natch, man purse that is going to finally free her from being the family sherpa on vacations and the best all-ages, all-people ring toss game for the back porch that is perfect for the non-competitive and competitive alike! And also, a bit of chatter about renaming Life With be, Life With biotch, what the Life With be’s signature scent would be, and more!

Grilling is THE way to cook during the summer and Brigid (the marinator), Elizabeth (the
consumer), and knower-of-all-things Jason (the grillmaster) are fired up to share all of their tips
and tricks to help you dish up the best (and safest) summer meals! Why did we mention safest?
Well, listen in for all the details on Brigid’s fear of losing her eyebrows in a gas grill mishap
and/or salmonella, AND for Jason’s tips on cooking foods to the correct temp, keeping your grill
clean to avoid flare ups [see skanky drip pan above], and how to get the tasty extra flavor of
your marinade sans salmonella! Read, and listen, on for their grilling guidance and a must-have
recipe that involves rum, pineapples and brown sugar. The perfect summer dessert!

Join Brigid and Elizabeth as they chat through Brigid’s labor of love – her backyard project! From the boring (read: not sexy at all) drainage issues and regrading of the land, hence the extreme construction equipment, to the way more fun design inspiration and details, they’re covering the whole thing. Listen in and learn all about cousin camp (yes, it’s really a thing), Elizabeth’s distaste for actual camping (but glamping = A - OK!) and just how many string lights Brigid used in this project. Whether you’re hoping to do a quick revamp of your backyard or patio for summer, or you’re ready to dig some trenches and completely reimagine your backyard, a la Brigid, the gals have just the inspiration you need for your project! Tap over to the Shop page for all of the products Brigid used to bring her yard to life (life = like a resort, obviously).