Playing video games has been a part of my life since I was very young. I would plug in two controllers to our N64, boot up Mario Kart, and tell my younger sister to “pay attention to Yoshi, that’s who you are” knowing very well that it was a CPU player she was watching (oops. sorry to all the younger siblings this happened to). I guess you could say I took it seriously even at age 9.
Read MoreI’ve never been the most tidy person. Even as a kid, it seemed to me that trait was innate in some people, including one of my close friends who at 8 years old would help me organize books and toys at sleepovers. And as an adult, those habits are still apparent, and her home is ready for guests at any moment (where I need a nice heads up before my home feels remotely acceptable to others eyes). I’ve read a lot of books and asked my tidiest friends their advice, and a lot of the same things seems to come up.
Read MoreI’m sure you could guess this about me (if I haven’t already said it in previous posts), but I LOVE Valentine’s Day. I know it’s a Hallmark holiday, and I used to feel some level of pressure to make the day as romantic as possible. But these days, I like to celebrate in a more well-rounded way, prioritizing all the levels of love in my life. Whether that’s a romantic relationship, friendships you’ve fostered over the years, or family members that live near and far, Valentine’s Day can be a day to fit your unique relationships.
Read MoreOver the years, I’ve taken on some pretty ambitious New Year’s Resolutions. There’s nothing wrong with that, but they can be tough to maintain. I do love the reset that a new year can bring, but as we move through the beginning of 2023, I’ve tried to be a little more intentional with setting realistic and practical ways for me to take care of myself on a daily basis.
Read MoreFinding the perfect gift for someone is one of my favorite things to do. Gift giving truly is my love language. For some people, this time of year brings a lot of stress around finding a gift, especially one that feels true to the person you’re giving this gift to.
Read MoreI love Nashville in the fall because that crisp, cool air blows into the city and the trees in the countryside look like they’re on fire with all the reds, yellows, and oranges that come out. It’s a beautiful season all around, and even though I’ve lived here for a few years now, I’m always trying to explore new places.
Read MoreWithout even realizing, my makeup routine tends to shift every couple of years. I’ll look back on photos of when I preferred a heavy dark liner on my water line or times when I wore bright purple lipstick. There were even times when I drew my eyebrows in nice and dark and other times where I didn’t even know brow products existed.
Read MoreA lot of my favorite memories growing up revolved around food: the aroma of my mom’s homemade chocolate chip cookies warming the kitchen, my grandma showing us how to roll out the perfect tortilla, and my dad giving me the responsibility of being the “taste-tester” of the first fajita off the grill.
Read MoreHalloween is coming up fast, and I am beyond excited. I love summer, but the last few months of the year bring me so much joy. The weather cools down, chunky sweaters come out, the festivities begin, etc. Since the season is officially beginning, I’m thinking about decorating for Halloween in the coming days, and here are some of my favorite finds to welcome in the holiday.
Read MoreSummer can often mean we’re out in the sunshine enjoying the outdoors day after day, but taking care of your skin during that time can be tough. Sometimes the heat dries out my skin, or the sun exposure can cause damage. This summer, I’ve tried to be proactive about maintaining a routine that would combat those things and actively hydrate my skin.
Read MoreAs summer comes to a close, I’ve been trying to evaluate my closet and my recent shopping choices to see which pieces will transition well to fall. I really do love skirts and dresses, and I always want to find ways to make them as fall friendly as I can!
Read MoreIf you’re sitting poolside or having an evening with friends around a fire, it’s always nice to have a tasty drink in hand. When I was a kid, I lived for a virgin strawberry daiquiri or a shirley temple on a family vacation. The joy of a beautiful and yummy drink is something I still enjoy. I gathered some of my favorite finds to share with you here!
Read MoreEven though I don’t take off the whole summer like I did as a kid, I still love to fill my summer with fun activities and new experiences. You already know I’m going to be spending as much time as I can playing pickleball, but I added some other items to my summer to-do list.
Read MoreI think it’s safe to say we are officially out of the newlywed phase and halfway to an “old married couple”. I always hated the comments from onlookers early on in marriage of “just wait, it will wear off soon” or “you’ll see one day, you’ll like each other less.” Sure, there are ups and downs, but I chose a partner that I can move through the ebbs and flows of life with. In tune with last year’s posts, here are five things that I’ve learned in five years of marriage. (P.S. Happy anniversary, Cooper!)
Read MoreI don’t think I ever read for enjoyment until I was 20. Before then, I’d fall asleep trying to get through required school books until I finally just looked up the spark notes version. My love for reading was rekindled in the last year and part of that was wanting to make it a part of my nightly routine. I thought I’d share my summer reading wish list with you.
Read MoreDIY always seems daunting. I mean, I’m the person that gets overwhelmed by painting a wall. But sometimes, it can be therapeutic to put your mind and energy somewhere else for a moment. This week on the blog, we wanted to focus on not only easy DIYs but also ways to refresh items you may already have!
Read MoreSummer has been on my mind a lot lately. Even though this time of year brings the heat, it also brings memories of warm nights sharing a drink with friends, cool dips in the pool and lots of time throwing around a ball outside with the dogs.
Read MoreMother’s Day is right around the corner on Sunday, May 8, and I know how hard it can be to find the perfect gift for those people in your life that you care so deeply about. While a gift will never be able to express the full gratitude we have for the mothers in our lives, this is a day where we can show some of that appreciation and make them feel special and loved!
Read MoreToday is Earth Day! I feel like I need to say that every day is Earth Day given that this is the planet that provides for and houses us, but today we can really dig deep into celebrating, protecting and appreciating Earth.
Read MoreIf I had to pin down a name for my current style, I’m not sure it’s as defined right now. I feel like I’m in a season of experimenting, but a few things always stay true: my love for the color pink and balance of cute/comfy. Here’s a look at some of my OOTD featuring some pieces I talk about in this blog post.
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