His & Her Amazon Essentials Fall Try-On
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I know it's been a hot minute since we had a chance to share new content on the blog. I actually set out to write this post at the end of September and got caught up in the craziness of Harvey's birthday, Halloween prep, and a mountain of things needing my attention over at Kinder Craze. It took a month, but I'm thrilled to finally be tapping away at my keyboard to share a new blog post here with you. My latest style review is a fun one because it features clothes for Rob and me from a place … [Read More...]
Our Homes Past & Present

Living and Dining Room Update
I can’t believe we bought our house over five months ago and it has taken me this long to share a house update on the blog. There are still so many things I want to purchase for the house and I keep telling myself that I’ll write an update just as soon as we make […]

Designing a Closet with a Budget in Mind
Thank you California Closets for sponsoring this post. Now that we are homeowners, Rob and I have been dreaming big about putting our personal stamp on our new home. We have a mile-long list of improvements that we intend to make over the coming years. We moved into the house three weeks ago and we […]

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 turning […]

Easy DIY Woodburned Soap Dispenser Tray
I’m always on the lookout to free up any visual clutter from our home – especially in the kitchen. A few years back, I switched to clear glass soap dispensers to place by the sink and have loved the change. The refillable glass containers are eco-friendly and add a stylish touch to our kitchen counter. […]
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