Hi friends, hello and welcome!
I’m Bianca; mama, writer, reader, plant-eater, INFJ, and homebody. My partner and I are raising two girls and working on living with less, though we are not perfect.
On this blog, you’ll find plant-based recipes, meal inspiration, slow living content, homeschool tips, book recommendations, and more. I recently discovered I have a gluten sensitivity, so you’ll also find GF-friendly recipes in newer posts.
I am a voracious reader and if you are the same, let’s be friends on GoodReads! I have a real passion for children’s literature, as well. We are 1000% a read aloud family – the library is our home away from home.
A few other fun facts about me:
☁️Home is a place that experiences four seasons in all their glory. 🪻🌊🍁❄️ But autumn has my heart forever. 🍂
☁️I have a degree in English Lit. Reading & discussing good books for 4 years straight was a dream. I worked as a Copywriter for almost a decade before becoming a SAHM.
☁️My hobbies include reading, writing, cooking/baking, thrifting, jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, watching the office & GBBO, and being in nature. I would love to take up watercolor, pottery, and bird watching eventually.
☁️I’ve had a fascination with orcas and whales since I was 7.
☁️Yellow is my favorite color. 💛🌻🌞
☁️I listen to a wide variety of music but my favorite feel-good, nostalgia-induced, hazy lazy warm days music is 311. Also blink-182. 🤘🏼
☁️I eat the same foods nearly every day: oats, potatoes, rice, beans, green leafy veg, fruit, vegan queso, and cashew cream. I don’t get sick of it! 🌿
☁️My favorite classic lit is Jane Eyre but if you really wanna know my favorite book… it’s the ACOTAR series. No shame. 😂 Also, Emily Henry is my fave author.
☁️The ocean is my happy place.
You can take a peek into my life on Instagram, too. I am much more active there! I hope you’ll follow along and connect with me. Never hesitate to shoot me a DM – I love hearing from you guys. Questions, comments, anything.
Please note: This is a for-profit blog. Occasionally, there will be a paid sponsored post or review, but these opportunities are chosen carefully. All thoughts and opinions are my own, and I will never blog about something that is not relevant to the community that I have built on The Friendly Fig!
In addition, some posts contain Amazon affiliate links, which means that I’ll receive a commission if you purchase from this link. This will not change or increase the cost of your purchase. This extra income provides for my family and keeps The Friendly Fig running strong. Thank you so much for understanding and supporting this blog!
work with me
As a work from home mom, I’m constantly seeking new and exciting opportunities as a writer. While my content here is usually geared towards plant-based living, health, wellness, and motherhood, I am well-versed in a wide variety of topics. I have 10 years of content marketing and creative copywriting experience, including SEO knowledge.
I’m currently fielding requests for freelance in the following areas:
- Blogging
- Article writing
- Press releases
- Website copy, including landing pages, meta descriptions, etc.
I am also accepting the following on The Friendly Fig:
- Guest posts
- Sponsored posts
- Product reviews
- Giveaways
To chat about collaborations or partnership opportunities, email thefriendlyfig [at] gmail [dot] com.