Our Monday morning, 6:00 a.m. flight came early, and my newfound hubby pulled out all the stops to make catching the plane as seamless as possible. For starters, I really should know by now to just tell the man that we need to leave five minutes prior to the actual desired departure. I can count…… Continue reading Honeymoon Part 1: Costa Rica
It’s been a while, friends! I’ve got two in one for you today, a review of a product you’re going to adore, and a link for some moo-lah off so you can grab some for yourself (the link is at the bottom of this post) so without further ado… Function of BeautyHere’s the rundown: This…… Continue reading Function of Beauty: Review
Constantly getting asked, “What do you want for Christmas this year?” Constantly having a blank look on your face when asked the above question? I’ve got you covered, and nothing’s over $150, double win! I’ve linked each product in the comments below 🙂 J.Crew “Women’s Lodge Moccasins” in Dark Nutmeg, $49.50 Everyone needs a nice…… Continue reading Christmas Gift Guide
Today officially kicks off the National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child, a gift giving initiative to provide for under privileged children across the world. During the third week of November, millions of boxes are collected at thousands of drop-off locations throughout the United States. My parents instilled the value of giving in me at a young…… Continue reading Operation Christmas Child Gift Giving
A recent trip to Asheville, North Carolina led me straight to the Biltmore Mansion. This majestic mansion was one of the sole reasons that initiated this trip. You have got to see this 8000-acre, 250 room house with your own eyes! TIP – Visit in October and you will get to see *the majority* of…… Continue reading Touring the Biltmore Estate
Fall is in full swing and the basic girl in us all wants to do “all the fall things.” My best girls from college came to town a few weeks back and, if I don’t say so myself, I showed them quite a time. I think it is so important to have a plan mapped…… Continue reading Things to do in Kansas City: Fall Edition
I’m always on the hunt for the new, up and coming, subscription box. Boy, do I have one for you all. Le Tote is monthly clothing tote, customized to your unique style. I know I’m not alone when I stand in my closet and think to myself , “I have nothing to wear.” Believe me,…… Continue reading Le Tote Subscription Box
Fall is upon us, and that means…. It is soup season! I could write a cookbook on the all the soups I’ve grown to love over the years, but this one is taking the cake this week. Introducing: Copycat Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup Not only was this SUPER easy and quick, it…… Continue reading Copycat Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana Soup
As most of you know, my Bloodhound Ellie and I are pretty tight. Two peas in a pod if you will. I taught her everything she knows: the couch is the best place for an afternoon snooze, if you whine long enough you’ll get what you want, and making a fashion statement is of upmost…… Continue reading Friendship Collar
It’s July and an awkward time in my house when it comes to decorations. Long gone are the springtime Easter bunnies, but it’s not quite time to whip out my beloved fall dĂ©cor. Cue the answer to all problems, a day spent at Home Goods. I can say, without a doubt, you cannot go wrong…… Continue reading Summer Slump Home Decor
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