Dressing for the holidays is one of my favorite things. Truth be told, I have been planning my holiday outfits for several weeks 🙂 My family tends to take a "dressy casual" approach to our holiday meals and get-togethers. Now that we are only one week away from Thanksgiving Day I am getting to excited … Continue reading Thanksgiving Attire
Holiday Host & Hostess Gifts
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
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
Dress Well, Perform Better
Have you heard the expression "Dress well, test well"? This was something I heard often growing up, not only from my mom but teachers as well. Even though I am no longer in school I firmly believe that the better you carry and present yourself the better you will perform in your day to day … Continue reading Dress Well, Perform Better
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
Beating Travel Anxiety
I have always considered myself an anxious person and I easily become stressed. Traveling is no exception. While I truly do enjoy planning trips and exploring new places I also struggle with constant anxiety about the things that could go wrong during a trip. Flight delays, bad weather, lost luggage, etc. My excessive planning when … Continue reading Beating Travel Anxiety
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
