Swim top / high-waisted bottoms H and I returned from our honeymoon late Saturday night after a sun-filled, serene week spent in the Caribbean’s low-key island of Anguilla. It had been a dream of mine to visit the Caribbean, and I feel so grateful and fulfilled to have experienced this adventure. We just had the best time, and I’m sharing how we traveled and where we stayed, plus all the things we did and saw. I hope this helps with planning your own vacation, or simply wanderlusting and dreaming of a future getaway! Many of the photos in this post I took with my camera and edited; a few are q ..read more

H and I leave on our honeymoon this Saturday for my spring break. We are so excited; it will be my first time in the Caribbean (or anywhere like it), and I am anticipating warm, sunny days in the sand and exploring the island with my husband! Here are some essentials that I am planning to bring along: Light, easy dresses Shorts/tops Lightweight pants (my favorite travel pants) Cardigan Soft pajamas Swimsuit/coverup Comfy, versatile sneakers Sandals Packable straw hat Reef-friendly sunscreen Sunglasses Fun reads – Georgie, All Along, The Dead Romantics, The Vibrant Years Mini crossword book ..read more

So much planning and preparation goes into a wedding – far more than I ever anticipated! Much of 2022 was spent emailing, meeting, and thinking about our wedding, up until the big day in October. Although we had a planner, I still needed to keep track of all the necessary decisions and tasks to complete. I created a checklist for myself that I found quite beneficial, and I thought it would be helpful to share something similar with others who may be feeling overwhelmed by or unsure of the process. I made a new version of my list for any brides looking to stay organized (I went through hundred ..read more

I started out the new year by selecting a word that would guide me through 2023 – intentional. I have carried the word with me through this winter. Over the course of about six weeks, I slowly but surely decluttered our home in bite sizes, breaking our belongings down into 32 very small categories and going through each one to get rid of what no longer serves, as well as reorganize to best utilize each space. By doing this in bite sizes, decluttering and reorganizing felt less overwhelming, more doable, and more motivating; as I accomplished each category, I wanted to keep going. Plus, I alwa ..read more

white dress cover-up | swim top | bottoms | packable straw hat | sandals | woven tote | sunglasses After getting married in October, we are going on our honeymoon this upcoming spring break – just three weeks away! We will be flying to the Caribbean, somewhere completely new for me and a new island for H. Spring break’s arrival is always so welcome, especially when going to the beach and finding warmth and sunshine after the winter. We are so excited. I ordered the above swimsuit, cover-up, and best-selling packable hat to bring with me, and I already have these cushiony sandals from my bache ..read more

This weekend, I created a simple Valentine’s sweet snacks and treats board using all gluten-free goodies, as I have a gluten intolerance. This board would be perfect to serve at a Galentine’s gathering, to share with your valentine, or to celebrate with kids. It’s very easy to recreate! Here is what I used to make my sweet grazing board: Serving tray (from a few years ago; similar here) Strawberries Raspberries Natierra Chocolate Strawberry Slices Annie’s Summer Strawberry Fruit Snacks MADEGOOD Strawberry Crispy Squares Goodie Girl Chocolate Creme Cookies Nature’s Bakery Raspberry Fig Bars ..read more

In addition to writing, I have always loved creating little designs – in fact, I used to work as a graphic designer for a magazine. Beyond that, for holidays, in my family, I was always the place card creator, and I would often make my own birthday cards for loved ones instead of buying them. I started this blog in 2017 as a creative outlet, and it’s been a wonderful way for me to write and create. I launched my Etsy shop last fall as a fun way to share my creations. In celebration of the upcoming holiday, I have drawn some sweet and simple Valentine’s designs available for immediate download ..read more

This upcoming week looks extra cold, so I thought it would be fun to create a list of little comforting things we can incorporate into these winter days. Pick one or more per day to find comfort, coziness, and joy this season. 1. tea & cozy socks by a fire 2. colorful grocery-store flowers 3. fluffy blankets & pillows 4. cute, cheerful mug 5. a really good book 6. crisp walk in nature 7. draw, color, or knit 8. hot bath with salts 9. in-season citrus fruits 10. a feel-good rom-com 11. restorative yoga or stretching 12. warm, freshly-baked cookies 13. a glass of lemon water 14. cinnamo ..read more

I have always loved celebrating seasons and holidays, and I first decorated for Valentine’s Day when we moved into our current home and did so again last year. I started putting together Valentine’s looks from pieces in my closet as well. Embracing all things pink and hearts may not be for everyone, but I enjoy leaning into it. Style Lake Pajamas, my go-to for comfy pieces, released their new Valentine’s collection this month (heads up: it sells out every year!). As a partner with Lake, they sent me this adorable pink heart set – though I have been wearing their pajamas long before I partner ..read more

The new year presents a great time to take stock of what you own and declutter. I love to regularly declutter spaces in our home; it always makes me feel much more at ease. This process can feel overwhelming, so I am organizing it into bite-sized tasks that can be done daily, several times a week, or weekly all winter long. You might pick a day(s) and time, and try to stick to it – put it in your calendar, and offer yourself a reward as you complete each one. This list demonstrates what I plan on tackling this season, but these tasks might differ based on your home, so adapt it as needed. Enj ..read more