Happy April! This time of year feels like a much needed deep breath. The sun is out longer, temps are (slowly) starting to rise, and blooms are making their much anticipated debut. It has been a long while since I've shared a Living Lately but as I have been getting back into posting more I … Continue reading Living Lately No. 59
At the end of each year I enjoy reflecting on the pieces that I loved using, made a difference in my life or brought me joy. The older I get the more selective I am in how I spend my time, energy and money. Some of these pieces have been on the list for several … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things | 2025
"Why are you so dressed up?" was something I often heard over the past year, even if I was just in cute pants and a nice top which, to me, isn't really all that dressy. "But you stay home right?" was another question they would ask as if staying home, whether as a mom or … Continue reading Dress the Way You Want to Feel: A Year Of “Dressing Up”
I look forward to sharing this post every year. What I love about the blog is sharing my favorite things. As I get older I try to be more selective with what I spend my money, time, and energy on so anything that makes this list is something tried and tested that I truly love … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things | 2024
I don't typically shared gift guides because I feel there are so many floating around this holiday season but I did want to share a few ideas for host gifts. This time of year there are so many dinners, events and gatherings and gift for the host are a thoughtful touch. Most of these ideas … Continue reading Gifts for the Host
Every year I look forward to September 22. This is the first year in a long while however that I haven't rushed in to all things fall. I spent early September enjoying the remainder of the summer season and spending as much time outside as possible. But now that it is officially Autumn I'm happy … Continue reading Welcome Fall
I'm not sure how it has already been two years since our move from Nebraska to Minnesota. I has all truly gone by so quickly but here we are, approaching two years in our home. I promise this won't be a yearly post because at some point you just can't count out like that, its … Continue reading What I’ve Learned After Two Years in Minnesota
At the start of last year I set an intention for myself to "live a more beautiful life". I wasn't really sure what that would look like or mean for me so I didn't have any specific expectations. I think I just wanted to approach every day with the goal of making the most of … Continue reading A Year’s Journey to Live a More Beautiful Life
I have occasionally talked about mental health and anxiety here on the blog. I don't often share that I have anxiety and depression, not out of fear or embarrassment, but because I often struggle to put it all into words. But lately it has been weighing heavily on me and I have felt compelled to … Continue reading Five Things I Do on Anxious Days
At the start of the year so many people feel the inevitable sense of a fresh start or ambition to tackle goals. While I love the idea I of course think there is never a bad time to set goals or start fresh. But January is a popular season for that and its great to … Continue reading Five Books for the New Year
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