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
Our Budget-Friendly Living Room Transformation
This past April marked a big milestone for our family: two years of homeownership in this 1925 craftsman home that we absolutely love. At the time, we were still in all-out survival mode during the quarantine and the milestone came and went without any hullabaloo. The quarantine wasn’t particularly enjoyable for any of us, but […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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Make Budgeting your New Year’s Resolution
Now that New Year's Day is almost upon us, it's time to start thinking about goals for 2015. Maria tells me that a lot of people are doing an nutrition challenge called the Whole30 for the month of … [Read More...]
A Look into Rob’s Closet
When Rob and I first started dating, I knew that I really liked him, but I wasn't exactly in love with his entire wardrobe. I remember confiding in my good friend Meggan, "I think he still wears some … [Read More...]
Celebrating Family Holidays as a New Couple
Deciding how to celebrate holidays with both your family and your significant other's family can be one of the more stressful things in a new relationship. Each person wants to spend adequate time … [Read More...]
Our Engagement Story: Maria’s Perspective
By now, you have heard Rob unfold the story of how he planned to propose to me on a trip to Chicago last April, and I know you really want to know about the exact moment when it happened. I'll resume … [Read More...]
Our Engagement Story: Rob’s Perspective
I'll bet you guys are wondering about the engagement story. Well, today is your lucky day because I'm going to tell you how I planned it and pulled it off. Maria will tell you her perspective on the … [Read More...]
Stitch Fix Review #14 + a Giveaway
My 14th shipment from Stitch Fix arrived this week and it was another REALLY great fix! As a busy woman, this service has been an absolute lifesaver for me. I adore new clothes, but I hate taking time … [Read More...]
Why I Refuse to Toss the Bouquet at my Wedding
Wedding bells are ringing and the big day is a little over 6 months away. As a woman with deep Catholic roots, I treasure many traditions and am so excited to incorporate many of them into my wedding … [Read More...]
Why We Love Financial Peace University
Maria and I have talked a lot about our debt and how Dave Ramsey and Financial Peace University helped us put together our plan to get out of debt and manage our money together. But we have not really … [Read More...]
Our Save the Date Cards + Minted Giveaway
One of the most exciting parts of planning our wedding has been selecting the perfect Save the Date cards to represent Rob and I as a couple, as well as the general tone of our wedding. While I … [Read More...]
