Pictured Above: Parnassus Books For the most part, New Year’s Resolutions can be unrealistic. They are often lofty goals such as “eat healthier” or “work out every day” without a plan and can easily lead to nothing. I have been thinking often about how to take resolutions and actually start fresh and plan to be…
New Year Reflections
Pictured above: Elsie, running carefree through the park I tried to write a post yesterday, on New Year’s Day, and found that I didn’t have the words for what I wanted to say. To be frank, I’ve never really liked New Year’s Eve or Day. The end of the Christmas season generally puts me in…
Dealing with Post-Christmas Letdown
You know the feeling. Christmas is much-anticipated and -prepared for. Quite a bit of work is done and numerous festivities are had leading up to the big day. Then, Christmas Day often feels still and precious. It is a peaceful and fleeting day. And finally, waking up on December 26th, you might be a little…
3 Easy Ways to Share a Slow Moment
Omni Hotel, Nashville Christmas is almost here, and amidst all the hustle and bustle, I would encourage you to slow down and soak in time spent with loved ones. I am highlighting 3 easy ways to share a slow moment (as we are just 3 days away from Christmas Day!): 1. Find a cozy space,…
Holiday Traditions
Pictured above: The Christmas cookies my mom and I have been making from scratch since I was little. The recipe was my great-grandmother’s and has been passed down through the generations. One of the most special things to me about the holidays are the traditions. Baking the same family recipes, watching the same movies, going…
Cozy Christmas Looks
I love a cozy dress. I found this dress at ASOS and fell in love immediately! To me, it is the ideal Christmas Day outfit: comfortable, cute, and red. You can get it here. It’s low in stock, so act fast! Here are a few other cozy looks I found that are perfect for this time of…