Halloween weekend is only 19 days away and Rob and I are so excited for our upcoming trip to celebrate Halloween at the Grand on Mackinac Island. The historic Grand Hotel, which opened in 1887, is completely majestic and the perfect setting for a Halloween getaway. Rob and … [Read more...]
Why We Can’t Wait for Halloween – Part 1
Fall is here and Rob and I have been talking for weeks about taking a weekend getaway to enjoy the seasonal beauty of Pure Michigan (a common catchphrase within our home state). We had some extra money left over from our honeymoon and have been brainstorming what we should do and … [Read more...]
11 Things My Husband Does Better than Me
Today is Rob's birthday and I have been reflecting on all things Rob excels at beyond my own abilities. People give me a lot of credit for being the creative one in our two-some and while my ability to operate a camera may shine front and center on the blog, Rob has so many … [Read more...]
October Stitch Fix #28 – Review, Giveaway & Linkup
My newest Stitch Fix box arrived this week and it was filled with pretty layers to keep me warm as fall weather sets in. My stylist Layla outdid herself once again. (spoiler alert - I kept it all!) If you're not familiar with Stitch Fix, it's an online styling service for women. … [Read more...]
Whole30 Essentials: Where to Shop and What to Buy
I just ended my second round of the Whole30 yesterday. This time around, I came prepared to eat. Last time around, I ate a LOT of the same foods and it got very redundant. When you can't eat any grains, dairy, legumes, alcohol, sugar and a whole host of food additives, it's easy … [Read more...]
Wedding Wednesday: Exquisite Floral Design Details
There were so many details of our wedding that made my heart skip a beat, but when I look back at photos from the day, two planning details continue to take my breath away: my dress and the flowers. I already filled you in on the details of my dress in our first Wedding Wednesday … [Read more...]
Wedding Wednesday: My Favorite Instagram Wedding Accounts
As I was planning for my wedding, Instagram quickly became my #1 source of inspiration. Yes, Pinterest is wonderful and my Happily Ever After Pinterest board has been a great place to collect and curate ideas, but Instagram is truly where it's at. It's a great, easy place to see … [Read more...]
Wedding Wednesday: Bridesmaid Gifts from a Practical Bride
I was so thankful to have my best friends standing at my side for my wedding day. It's tradition to purchase gifts for the members of the bridal party and I wanted to gift my friends with something special that was likely to be reused. Welcome to another Wedding Wednesday! This … [Read more...]
Our Repurposed Home Office Corner
Now that I am a newlywed, people are always asking, "So, how's married life?" My response is always the same: It's a lot calmer than being engaged. And I like it. With the wedding three months behind us, Rob and I have a chance to shift our attention back to other things … like … [Read more...]















