And just like that, today marks the first day of fall. It's the season of apple cider, pumpkin patches, hayrides, and cozying up by the fire, and I couldn't be more excited. So I'm pulling out my . . . Read the Post
Confessions of a Shopaholic: Early Fall Edition
With fall just days away, I thought it was about time I round up a few of the things on my wishlist; a.k.a., the shopaholic confessions – we’ll call this one the Early Fall Edition. I make no secret . . . Read the Post
Guide to Millstone Creek Orchards in North Carolina
Two weekends ago we headed to the opening weekend for the fall season; a.k.a., apple harvest, at Millstone Creek Orchards. I've been dreaming of checking out the apple orchards in North Carolina since . . . Read the Post
Press Record: The New Fall 2016 Shows to Watch
It's no secret that I like TV. I like it a lot. (Here's my list of must binge-watch shows, you know, just in case.) In truth, I only half-watch TV between hammering away at blog posts and long overdue . . . Read the Post
This Might Very Well Be The Most Perfect Bralette
Ever wonder why bralettes all have to be pulled on over your head? As someone who's not super well endowed - I fluctuate between an A-cup and a very small B-cup - the lacey bralette has become a . . . Read the Post
The Very Best Labor Day Weekend Sales
Labor Day weekend sales are some of the best of the year and I'm here to share the sales you can't miss! While Labor Day celebrations are all about the end of summer (who's barbecuing this weekend?), . . . Read the Post
Happy Birthday To Me!
It's my birthday and I'll eat ice cream if I want to. Seriously, I'm thinking about going on an ice cream tour of our town today in honor of my big day. I mean, I did take a yoga class yesterday; the . . . Read the Post
How to Deal When You Feel a Little Like a Failure
This summer I found myself in a funk. I've sat on this post for a good month now, trying to decide if it had the right "tone" for my blog. I love this blog. LOVE it. I love that it's light and fun and . . . Read the Post
How to Make the Cutest Teacher Appreciation Gift
This year, on Scarlett's very first day of preschool, I knew I wanted to share a little something special with her teachers. I saw something similar - using EOS Lip Balms - floating around on . . . Read the Post
Welcome to our New House! {Home Tour}
We've been in our new (old) house for a few weeks now, and things are finally starting to come together. They say when you find your perfect home, you know instantly; and with this house, I had that . . . Read the Post
How to Create a Back-to-School Capsule Wardrobe for Toddlers
This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. The last few weeks, I've been shopping the back-to-school sales building the perfect capsule wardrobe to . . . Read the Post
How to Make The Perfect Peach Cake
I can't stop making this peach cake - especially at the end of summer when peaches are at their absolute best - and for good reason; this cake is so good. If cake isn't enough reason to break out . . . Read the Post
22 Breezy Embroidered Dresses to Beat the Heat
When I was little, my mom had this embroidered short sleeve midi-length dress (like this) that always hung in the back of my bedroom closet. It was white with colorful embroidery on the chest, and the . . . Read the Post
15 Favorite Zucchini Recipes (You Haven’t Tried Before)
Try a new recipe with the freshest zucchini of the season! These 15 favorite zucchini recipes are flavorful, unique, and odds are, you haven't tried before! I love zucchini; my husband, not so . . . Read the Post
We’re Headed to Maine on a Family Vacation
I am SO excited because today we're flying to Boston and then to Maine to spend time with family! It's crazy how much you miss family once you've moved to a new state. Unfortunately, hubby has to stay . . . Read the Post
On Her Very First Day of School
This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of OshKosh B’gosh; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Psst ... details about one very awesome GIVEAWAY are at the end of . . . Read the Post
Strawberry Watermelon Prosecco Spritzers
Celebrate summer with oh so refreshing strawberry watermelon Prosecco spritzers! Sparkling Prosecco plus giant strawberry infused watermelon ice cubes makes for the perfect simple cocktail. Nothing . . . Read the Post
Brunettes: Here’s How to Easily (and Subtly) Lighten Your Hair at Home
I partnered with John Frieda® Hair Care to bring you this sponsored post. Thank you so much for supporting the sponsors that make this little blog possible! I’ve been dreaming about going a bit . . . Read the Post
Would You Try Cropped Wide Leg Pants?
Looking to lighten up your pants wardrobe this summer? Have you tried the cropped wide leg pants trend? After all, warmer temperatures call for a wider leg. (Psst ... these adorable "short pants" are . . . Read the Post
What to Buy at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
It's that time of year! Although the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale doesn't officially start until July 22nd, Nordstrom debit and credit card holders receive exclusive access to shop the 2016 Anniversary . . . Read the Post
The Two Hair-Saving Brushes You Never Knew You Needed
How I've gone through life thus far without these two hair-saving brushes boggles my mind, but heck, I've found them now, and I'm going to share! So without further ado, the two life-changing brushes . . . Read the Post
Life Lately: An Update On Our 2nd Big Move in a Year
In case you haven't seen the news here on the blog (We sold our Raleigh house in ONE weekend! Here's how.). And although we found the perfect house in Durham, we're not closing until next week, so for . . . Read the Post
12 Must-Read Books for 2016: Summer Reading
I've challenged myself to dive back into reading this summer. The beauty of a personal challenge is that if I fail miserably and find myself reading the same Ladybug Girl Says Goodnight book over and . . . Read the Post
What to Wear This Fourth of July
The fourth of July is right around the corner and I can't help but celebrate. Summer is just so much fun, and I think an adorable July 4th look is in order. What to wear this Fourth of July? A bit . . . Read the Post
