A reader named May recently reached out to share her wedding with me and agreed to write a guest post for the blog today! I’ve been hearing from a lot of you guys about rescheduling and/or planning weddings during the pandemic and May and I agreed that it was helpful to hear how other couples…
Even though we can’t really entertain right now, I have been going down weird rabbit holes related to hosting. I do hope the weather starts to cool off a bit so we can be more comfortable for backyard dining… but in the meantime, I’m just lusting over online listings. I’ve been trying to hold back…
This week was overall a great one, all things considered. I was doing a virtual talk with members of Black Girl Ventures on Tuesday, but our neighbors are having work done on their house and 45 minutes before I was supposed to start, the hammering had really increased. So I sent out an SOS text message…
I know it’s the state of the world right now, but I have been craving some kind of daily reassurance. I follow someone on Instagram who posts daily devotionals, but I’m not religious so while I love the idea, they don’t really resonate with me. I LOVE the idea though. (Frankly, I’d love a non-religious…
I don’t really have anywhere to wear any of these things (besides the mask) but, well, I’m eyeing them nonetheless! Blue and White Shoulder Tie Dress Tiered Dress Face Masks Short Floral Dress Floral Pajamas Blue and White Floral Maxi Hydrangea One Piece Yellow Rain Jacket Shop the Post
My mind is just blown that we’re already 1/3 through August and this year is half over. Honestly it is a bit of a relief, even if this summer was one that slipped through our fingers! I’ve been trying to relish these summer days– mostly because I can’t even begin to think about going into…
This is going to be a bit of a random post, but it’s been top of mind for me lately… especially during the pandemic. I have been so into Facebook Groups. I’ve long been Youtube’s biggest fan for learning new things and while I still go there first, I now have been finding myself heading…
I have purchased some amazing products over the years from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale– like my beloved riding boots which I’ve had for over a decade at this point. Access to the sale is tiered and since I don’t have a credit card, I won’t be able to shop anything until August 19 when it…
Usually I write these intros after I have already gone through my camera roll to select the favorites to post. I have not done it yet and I’m honestly a little afraid to! This was a much tougher stretch of time to get through and I can’t remember much of what I did… this should…
Tonight we achieved the impossible! @wishbonekitchen’s swamp soup received a “no notes” stamp of approval from Mike 🙌🏻 it’s filling, healing, and so fresh! Highly recommend!!! 💚🌿🪀♻️🦖
If your goals for 2025 include reading more and having better habits, @audible audiobooks are about to be your best friend! I love listening to audiobooks, especially when they help me become a better person, wife, friend, mom, etc. January is the perfect time to dive into one and cross two of your goals off at once. I’m listening to Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory and it’s blowing my mind– “let them” is such a simple phrase and yet the impact is POWERFUL. Right now, eligible new subscribers can sign up to get your first 3 months of #Audible for $0.99/month! #AudiblePartner #amazoninfluencer @amazoninfluencerprogram
Can we bring this kind of outfit of the day video over to this app 👀 tell me if you like it or hate it- in light of everything, trying to experiment! If you want links to what I’m wearing, leave a comment with “OUTFIT” and I’ll send it over!
Sorry for the jump scare… but go ahead and add “great at multitasking” to my resume 😆 is it habit stacking or just survival mode? Every morning, I’ve been doing a red light session with my @omniluxled face mask, while listening to an audiobook, and I spend the 10 minutes tidying up. I make the beds, put laundry away, straighten up the boys’ toys… I always feel on top of the world and like I can do anything 😆
I’ve been hesitant to add new skincare products to my daily routine because I don’t want to disrupt my healthy skin… I tested @oakessentials skincare line though and it’s now a staple in my weekly routine. I’m using these three 2-3x a week (the night before hair wash days!) and my skin is SO moisturized and hydrated!!
Moisture rich balm + Ritual Oil + Balancing Mist
(Why has no one been using this song for this trend? Literally all that I hear whenever I see another “ins and outs” trend 😆)
My 2025 Ins & Outs:
IN
More freedom, firmer boundaries
Silver
Red as a neutral
Spontaneous lunch dates
Photography
Redefining perfection
Silk scarves
Going to the movies
Trying new hobbies
Luxurious showers
OUT
Sticking with a book I’m not enjoying
Letting my car be a mess
Guilt around sweet treats
Unnecessary people pleasing
The comparison game
Staying up too late
Over complicating things
Holding in emotions
