This first week of the new year has felt like an extension of winter break. I started out the new year engaged – H proposed on December 30 at Cheekwood Holiday Lights, and my friend Haley was there to capture it! She sent me more photos this week, and it’s so special to have them….
Happy New Year: We Are Engaged + Thoughts for 2022
Happy 2022! It’s a brand new year, and today is my last day of winter vacation. I feel very grateful to have had a lovely two weeks off work. My family and I – all fully vaccinated and boosted – were able to safely gather for Christmas Eve and Day, which was much different from…
Life Lately: Christmas Cookies, A Cute Gift, Cozy Things, & More
Peppermint tea in holiday mugs, sugar cookies, comfy Christmas dresses – the past week has been filled with fun, cozy, and festive things. And there’s more to come now that it’s officially my winter break; I have two weeks of vacation. I am really looking forward to this bright and joyful time. Here’s a little…
Livening Up Our Home with Fresh Winter Greenery
Natural elements can breathe so much life into a home. I recently picked up a bundle of greenery from the grocery and arranged it on our mantel. The bunch included western red cedar, Douglas fir, eastern white pine, and slash pine branches. I played with placing the different pieces through the artificial garland above the…
25 Ideas for Savoring the Coziness & Magic of the Holiday Season
The Christmas tree has been decorated! I settled in last Sunday afternoon with a cup of tea, put on my new sweater, and started with the champagne baubles and the few special ornaments we have collected. Then I wrapped the gold beaded garland around the tree. It has a simple, neutral look, and for our…
White and Green Holiday Decorations with Whimsical Details
The holiday season is here, and I had so much fun decorating our new home! The past couple of years I’ve had a gold theme, but I knew for this one I wanted more classic whites and greens while keeping the whimsical details I love. After lots of experimenting, I achieved the vision I had…
