His & Her Amazon Essentials Fall Try-On
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
Dessa’s Gray and White Nursery Tour
It’s funny how we’ve only been living in our new house for five months, but I already feel nostalgic about the home we had rented for two years. It was the first place we lived that truly felt special to us and it was the first home Dessa had ever known. Looking back at photos […]
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. […]
Our Cozy Living Room Christmas Decor
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and our house has never felt cozier. I’m not sure how many of our friends and family members we will actually get to see for Christmas this year, so I am fully embracing all things warm, inviting, and holiday-related. We play Christmas songs on our vintage-esque Bluetooth […]
How I Styled Our Living Room Mantel and Cabinets with Objects We Already Owned
As much as I loved decorating our home for Christmas, it feels like a breath of fresh air to return to our simple, pared-down decor. The living room is still a slow work in progress, but it is coming along. Nearly every piece used to decorate our mantel and built-in cabinets were items we already […]
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Creating the Perfect Gallery Wall
After nearly three months of living together as newlyweds in the little condo we are renting, we are proud to have finally hung some photos around our home! Not just any haphazard photos, though. … [Read More...]
Wedding Wednesday: DIY Woodburned Plates
About six months before our wedding, Maria came to me with an idea she wasn't too sure I would be a fan of. While looking for wedding inspiration, she saw this post about personalized snack trays on … [Read More...]
August Stitch Fix Review and Giveaway (#26)
Like it or not, fall is coming. For me that means a return to the classroom and cool weather ahead. With those changes in mind, I sent a note to my Stitch Fix stylist requesting clothes that are … [Read More...]
A (Very) Minor Drawback of Good Financial Management
As I'm sure you know, Maria and I have put a lot of effort into putting the good financial management practices from Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University into effect in our lives. I mean, we did … [Read More...]
Wedding Wednesday: Vintage Table Number DIY
Happy Wedding Wednesday! This week I am so excited to share another DIY project from our wedding with you. As I was planning for our wedding, I spent hours scouring Pinterest for unique table number … [Read More...]
We are Finally Debt Free!
Maria and I have been working our butts off to pay off my $180,000 in student loans early and we are so happy to announce that we did it! WE ARE FINALLY DEBT FREE! We began our journey out of … [Read More...]
Wedding Wednesday: Ice Cream Served with a Vintage Flair
One of the many decisions Rob and I were faced with as we planned for our vintage wedding was what to do about dessert. Serving wedding cake was always an option, but it just seemed like such a big … [Read More...]
Erin Condren Life Planner Double Giveaway!
It's that time of year again! I'm gearing up to go back to school and it's time to crack open a brand new planner for the new school year. I use an Erin Condren Life Planner to help me keep track of … [Read More...]
Wedding Wednesday: Groomsmen’s Suits and Accessories
The vast majority of the attention to clothing at a wedding is focused on the bride and a bit on the bridesmaids, and rightly so. The wedding dress is usually the focal point of the festivities and … [Read More...]
