Happy Friday! Today is Hugh’s birthday, so we have lots of fun things planned today and this weekend! Starting with a fancy steakhouse dinner tonight. What are you up to this weekend? We’re officially down to one car to share now, and so far so good! Hugh has (supposedly) been enjoying his half mile walk […]
Friday Five – Things I’m Loving #25
Happy Friday, friends! I have a three-day weekend for MLK Day and zero plans all weekend – no mad about it! We’re getting up to 8 inches of snow, so I plan on staying in to watch movies and make soup and read (and blog!) by the fire all day tomorrow. What are you up […]
Our Engagement Story
The story of our engagement is little unorthodox. I started serious wedding planning before Hugh proposed. We even booked our venue and photographers over a month before! But this is our life and our story, so it is what it is! I’m not sure exactly when we started talking about getting married in 2020. I’ve […]
Friday Five – Things I’m Loving #24
Happy Friday! Did you have a good week? As the first full week back to work after the holidays, it definitely felt long. I get to wedding dress shop this weekend with my mom and sister – I’m so excited! And touring the hotel next to our venue to secure a block of rooms and […]
Friday Five – Things I’m Loving #23
Happy New Year! Happy New Decade! Happy 2020! I hope you had a great holiday season and you’re ready for what 2020 brings. I know I am! This year, I get to plan my wedding and marry my best friend! Who knows what else is in store for us this year and decade, but I’m […]
My Thoughts on New Year’s Resolutions
With so much out there about goal-setting for the new year, it can all seem a little overhyped and overwhelming. On one hand, January 1st (especially of a new decade!) is an opportunity for a fresh start and reason to set goals and intentions for the upcoming year. But on the other hand, we can […]
Friday Five – Things I’m Loving #22
Happy Friday! Did you have a good Christmas? We’re prolonging the holiday activities with Hugh’s family in the Chicago area this weekend. These are some of the things I’m loving this week, but I’m really grateful for the time with family, the many blessings of gifts and yummy food, and our year ahead (full of […]
Friday Five – Things I’m Loving #21
Happy Friday, friend! My last day of work for the year was today. It feels so good knowing I get the next almost two weeks to focus on the holidays, loved ones, and whatever I prioritize! It’s a great time to reflect on the year and look forward to the next. Here are just a […]
Friday Five – Things I’m Loving #20
I can’t believe this is my Friday Five #20! Trying to have unique things to share on Friday takes some focus throughout the week. I’m grateful for so many great things in my life to share! Maybelline Brow Precise pencil I started filling in my brows earlier this year and it’s made such a difference. […]
Christmas Cookie Baking Guide
Baking Christmas cookies is such a fun, festive activity to do during the holiday season! Whether you’re gearing up for a cookie exchange or plan to gift cookies to friends and family, this guide will help you plan and prepare for your Christmas cookie baking! This guide is a little over-the-top for simply baking here […]