Social media is a funny thing. It allows us to share our lives with people all across the world. Friends, family, and strangers alike can connect with us. It amazes me that we can so easily connect with one another through these channels, but that feeling also weighs heavily on me, especially now that I … Continue reading A Curated Life: The Reality Behind Social Media
It's no secret that fall has been on my mind since mid-July. I hate to admit that and I feel guilty that I started to look forward to fall so soon rather than just enjoy what is left of summer. Now with September finally here I am both excited for cooler temps, but also anxious to … Continue reading The Year Round Dress
My favorite part of summer is in August when the yellow wildflowers start to pop up along the road and throughout fields. I know they are technically "weeds" but I think they are beautiful. (It's all about perspective, right?)During a bike ride around the lake Andrew and I saw a huge field covered in endless … Continue reading Picking Wildflowers
My wardrobe is pretty simple, filled with a lot of basics and staples. While I do occasionally opt for a statement blouse or fun dress I like to stick with simple pieces. For me, having a closet full of staples makes it so much easier to get ready in the mornings as almost anything will go … Continue reading 5 Closet Staples You Need
Yay, it's August! What is so exciting about August? Its one month closer to being Fall. Which means cool weather, sweaters, and cozy blankets. Its my favorite and I can't wait. With another month comes another round of monthly goals and I must say, it only took me half of the year but I feel … Continue reading August Goals
When I first found out we were going to Chicago I knew I wanted to set aside time for a trip to the Dry Bar. I had been wanting to go since we passed a salon during our trip to New York and I didn't realize I would get the chance so soon. For those … Continue reading A Trip to the Dry Bar
I hate to admit it but I already have fall on my mind. It is the beginning of my favorite time of year which is pretty much Labor Day to Valentine's Day. I love the weather, the cozy clothes that accompany the cold and all of the holidays and festivities that take place.I know it … Continue reading Slowing Down: Summer Sweater
Happy Friday! This felt like the longest week EVER. I am not sure what it was but everyday felt like a Monday and I could just not get into my usual routine. My husband was super busy this week and we didn't see much of each other so I am looking forward to getting in … Continue reading Living Lately No. 12
When it started to warm up early this spring I told myself one thing I really wanted to get for this summer was a white skirt. Well months went by and I hadn't yet found one yet and then began my "summer without shopping" challenge and I was still without a white skirt, so I … Continue reading White Skirts & Wildflowers
Andrew and I set out to take photos Sunday morning and we got off to a later start than I had hoped. By the time we got out to the lake it was already super hot and humid. The lighting was bad, my hair was starting to get frizzy and curly from the humidity and … Continue reading Nautical Stripes (and a lesson on perfectionism)
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