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
As I mentioned before, this is my first New England trip so I have been checking for weather predictions regularly so I am prepared for New England Fall weather. Regardless of the weather forecast I think comfortable layers will be necessary as we will be spending a lot of our time walking around and exploring … Continue reading Packing for Connecticut
I knew so many students who made it their mission to avoid any classes before 10AM all 4 years of college. I however preferred to schedule classes for the morning so I would have my afternoons open for studying, work, and other activities. Although I am naturally a morning person I always felt that it … Continue reading 8AM Classes- Starting Your Day Early
There is nothing like the change of seasons to make you realize that you need to update your wardrobe. Since Fall is my favorite season I have been anticipating and preparing for cooler weather since early August. Below is a layout of some basic fall pieces that I love this season. Some I would consider … Continue reading Fall Basics
Before fall even began I started ordering sweaters, coats, and flannels in preparation for the season. I have a weakness for all things plaid and I was so thrilled to break out my flannels and new Barbour coat for a trip to the pumpkin patch this past weekend. This jacket was great for the transitional … Continue reading Fall Look: Plaid
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
Since we first started dating one thing that Andrew and I have loved doing together is cooking. Whether is be a simple, classic dish or an elaborate and formal meal we truly enjoy our time together in the kitchen trying new things. I think our love of food and cooking really took off after our … Continue reading Cooking Together
While we were in Napa for our honeymoon we took a day trip to San Francisco to visit Muir Woods. I have always been fascinated by trees and the environment so I was beyond thrilled to have the chance to explore Muir Woods. We had such a great time exploring the different trails. If you … Continue reading Muir Woods
Okay, so it isn't really Stars Hollow but I am heading to Washington Depot, CT-the town that inspired Gilmore Girls creator, Amy Sherman-Palladino, to create Stars Hollow. Washington Depot is going to be the site of the very first Gilmore Girls Fan Festival and my mother-in-law and I are going together. I got her hooked on … Continue reading Heading to Stars Hollow
As soon as the temperature starts to drop I immediately break out my favorites fall recipes. We try to make one soup recipe a week since they are usually pretty simple. Not only do we love doing soup in the fall and winter but its a great time to break out heartier dishes too like … Continue reading Favorite Fall Dinners
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