This time of the year calendars are surely filling up with invitations to holiday dinners, parties, small gathering, and special occasions. No matter the formality of the event it is always appropriate and considerate to bring a gift for the host/hostess along with a thank you note. Depending on your relationship with the host/hostess the … Continue reading Holiday Host & Hostess Gifts
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Creating A Green Home
Growing up whenever we would visit a relative or go over to someone's house my mom would always tell us "leave your surroundings better than you found it". This idea has continued to stick with me especially as I consider nature and the environment. Trying to be more environmentally aware has always been a priority … Continue reading Creating A Green Home
Hosting A Dinner Party
Along with my love of planning trips/vacations, I get my love of planning dinners and parties from my mom. Other than helping my mom with holiday dinners I had never hosted a dinner myself until just a few weeks ago. Once I got the idea in my head to host a dinner for our families … Continue reading Hosting A Dinner Party
Fall Movie Night
I have said it before, but I LOVE fall. There is just something about the fall and winter seasons that bring me joy. The months of October-February are an absolute delight for me. The end of October was approaching and because Andrew and I had both been so busy (and because of the ridiculously warm … Continue reading Fall Movie Night
Recipe: Grown-Up Grilled Cheese
Sometimes being an adult is hard and all I want to do is watch movies, snuggle up with a blanket, and eat my favorite "kid foods". For some reason fall and winter bring back memories of childhood when I would do just that. While I am someone who really enjoys to cook and try new … Continue reading Recipe: Grown-Up Grilled Cheese
Fall Foliage in Connecticut
These past weekend I spent 4 days in Connecticut an we were lucky enough to be there during the peak of fall foliage. I knew the views would be beautiful, but WOW, I mean every bend in the road resulted in a gasp as we took in the breathtaking views. After flying into the Hartford … Continue reading Fall Foliage in Connecticut
Falling For: Front Porches
After starting on our fall decor for the front porch a few weeks ago I have continued to add a bit more. This is my first fall that I have a front porch to decorate and I have so many ideas of what I want to do but the task seems a bit daunting. I … Continue reading Falling For: Front Porches
Pumpkins & Plaid
One of our family's yearly traditions is a trip to the pumpkin patch. I look forward to this day every year as it is another chance for our whole family to be together. This year we planned it so it was within the same weekend as our Fall family dinner which made it an extra … Continue reading Pumpkins & Plaid
Fall Dinner Party
I think one of the reasons I love Fall & Winter so much is that they seem to be filled with holidays, traditions, celebrations, and family gatherings. Now that we live in a town away from our families I cherish these seasons even more because I know we will have plenty of time together over … Continue reading Fall Dinner Party
Decorating for Fall
This weekend we ran around town trying to find the best selection of mums, pumpkins, and gourds for our front porch. Everyday on my way home from work I drive past Cirian's Farmers Market. They are open for most of the year as there product varies by season (Spring & Summer flowers, Fall produce and … Continue reading Decorating for Fall
Living Taylored 