A few weeks ago, my best gal pals treated me to the most amazing girls getaway. I figured out long ago that traditional bachelorette parties (along with many other details that come along with a wedding) are not my style. Thankfully, my Matron of Honor, Kristy, knew exactly what … [Read more...]
My Perfectly Personal, Out of the Ordinary Bridal Shower
My bridal shower was on Saturday and I must say, it was an absolutely perfect day. I think by now we have established that I am not the typical bride. I don't require a lot of fanfare, especially for my bridal shower. Assigned seating, forced participation in party games and 3 … [Read more...]
What’s Going On With Us These Days
Over the past few weeks, friends and family members have been asking us for updates on all of our adventures. What's up with wedding planning, Rob's debt, the house for sale, if we have found somewhere to live yet … the list goes on and on. The truth is we have never been this … [Read more...]
Stitch Fix Review #20 + Giveaway
My latest shipment from Stitch Fix arrived just before Easter and I am so excited to share the five pieces of clothing that my personal stylist, Layla, hand-picked just for me. This month's Stitch Fix review is a fun one because Layla knew that my wedding shower is coming up … [Read more...]
Crazy for Photography: DSLR Mirror Selfie Tips for Canon Users
Fellow bloggers often ask how I am able to capture such crisp selfies with my DSLR camera. The most important thing you need for a quality DSLR mirror selfie is good lighting, followed by the right equipment (you'll find a quick summary of my gear at the bottom of this post). I … [Read more...]
Personalized Spoon Giveaway from Jessica N Designs
Every once in a while, I stumble across an item so beautiful and special that I just have to share it on the blog. Everything created by Jessica N. Designs fits into that category. Jessica creates hand-stamped jewelry, wedding keepsakes, and (my personal favorite) personalized … [Read more...]
Crazy for Photography: Compose with a Clean Background
I'm thrilled to share the first of many photography tips and tutorials on the blog today. Let's start with the basics: a lesson in composing a shot and the importance of setting a clutter-free scene. If you follow me on Instagram or are regular a visitor of the blog, you may … [Read more...]
Coming Soon: Crazy for Photography
One of the most significant reasons that I am thankful that blogging has become a part of my life is because it has helped me to discover a joy for photography that I never knew existed within me. Fans of both blogs (as well as blogging colleagues) often email me seeking advice … [Read more...]
Wanted: The Perfect Wedding Hashtag
With the wedding only 95 days away, Rob and I are slowly chiseling away at our "to do" list. Bridesmaid dresses are in, wedding invitations are addressed and all of our floral and event details are pretty well nailed down. With all of our progress, one item continues to hang over … [Read more...]
