I am not great at decorating or anything design related. It takes me forever to put rooms together. I only just felt like my Connecticut apartment looked okay right before I moved! There is a lot of space in my Hoboken apartment to decorate and, I don’t know, I think I’m kind of paralyzed with indecision….
I’ve been loving all the “first day of school” pictures on my social channels. So many of my friends have kids entering kindergarten and the photos couldn’t be cuter. I think I’ll always have back to school vibes this time of year. It’s so ingrained in my head that August/September is a time to restock pencils…
I am having a “yes” problem right now. I go through serious phases with saying yes or no. I either stand my ground and say no to everything or I can’t help myself and say yes to everything. I wish I could figure out some kind of balance… I thought once I hit August that my travel…
It’s hard to believe that I just got a denim jacket this year. The jacket has become such a staple in my closet that it feels like it’s been there forever. (Maybe it’s also because I have so many memories of wearing one as a kid growing up in the 90s, ha!) I especially love wearing…
I’m writing this as a public service announcement for all women who have a period… my life will never be the same, haha, and I just had to share the best menstrual cup and my DivaCup review because I wish I had tried it sooner. But first some backstory. I was a very late bloomer. I…
I can’t believe I still have Nantucket photos. I seriously wish I could relive that week over and over again. I packed this dress for the trip and, surprise, it’s gingham. I’m all about a wrap dress but find them to be too fussy to deal with on an everyday basis, let alone while traveling. Thankfully…
Maxie’s book You’re Not Lost comes out TOMORROW. I got an advanced copy of it and finished it this weekend. It was amazing and I’m not just saying that because I’m her friend. I feel like everyone experiences the feeling of being lost or directionless in life. I’ve preordered it for so many of my friends already…
While I love a good hair ribbon, I usually just leave my hair down or wear a boring ponytail holder. If anything. Except right now, I feel like hair accessories are having a moment and I’m kind of loving it. I haven’t purchased anything too crazy, but I feel like it’s only a matter of…
After Tuesday’s post, a few people wrote in the Carly the Prepster Facebook group how they found my blog and why it resonated with them. I loved reading what people wrote; it brought me so much happiness… To pay it I thought I’d share some of my own favorite blogs to read. The first thing…
Holiday magic is in full swing at our house, and this year we’ve added a new tradition: listening to classic holiday audiobooks together! 🎄✨ From How the Grinch Stole Christmas! to A Christmas Carol, @audible has been a lifesaver, turning everyday moments like car rides and baking cookies into cozy family memories. 🥰 Bonus: new customers can get Audible Premium Plus for just $0.99 for 3 months (and a $20 credit if you sign up by 12/2)! 🎄 #AudiblePartner #audible #amazoninfluencer @amazoninfluencerprogram
It usually takes 10x longer, is way messier, and requires a lot more patience to do things with a three year old toddler… but it’s also kind of magic. (You know, once the cracked eggs are cleaned up from the hardwood floor of course…) 👩🏻🍳 🧑🏼🍳
Matching aprons from @weezietowels!
Christmas came early this year 🎁✨ My mom completely surprised me with her original copy of Entertaining by @marthastewart48 —her very first book! This was on my totally delusional wish list, and I can’t believe she not only still had it but actually gave it to me 🥹. Growing up, my mom was the ultimate “Martha Stewart mom,” making every holiday, party, and little moment feel so magical for my sister and me. Receiving this feels like such a special passing of the torch, and I hope I can carry on even a fraction of the thoughtfulness and creativity she poured into everything for my own children. Feeling so inspired (and emotional!) about this gift. 💕 Can’t wait to sit down and read this! #ChristmasSurprise #EntertainingByMartha #FamilyTraditions @marthastewart
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