The magic of January is that it invites us to stay in and be slow, to do nothing other than sit quietly, snuggled in a cozy blanket, sipping a cup of winter tea. There is no necessity that you have goals or resolutions – in fact, I simply come up with a word (or a…
Updates to Our Master: Closet Renovation and Framed Wedding Photos
Over the holiday season, H and I excitedly had some projects complete in our new master bedroom and closet. Master Closet The first big project was our master closet renovation. When we moved into our house last August, the master bedroom had an adjacent room with two reach-in closets. We thought the space could be…
Our Home This January + Tips for Winter Decorating
As I take the Christmas decorations down each January, I leave some string lights up along with white and neutral pieces and simple trees. This helps ease the post-holiday gloom and encourages me to celebrate January, this cold but cozy time which can bring magical snows. Having decorations for the new year makes winter feel…
Happy New Year: My Words and Thoughts for 2024
calendar A very happy 2024 to you! I am writing this on New Year’s Day, a day that always brings me mixed emotions – a bit of sadness for the holiday season’s close while being excited for a fresh start. I feel this as I put away the Christmas decorations – though I still leave…
Book Thoughts: My 2023 Fall and Holiday Reads
As we near the end of 2023, I am sharing my six recent reads from this fall and holiday season. These books can absolutely be enjoyed into the winter and spring; add what appeals to your list for the new year! Tom Lake by Ann Patchett I loved this sweet book so much. It takes…
Baking Sugar Cookies + Have a Wonderful Holiday
Our Christmas card photo It’s winter break for me, and I am so looking forward to two cozy and festive weeks. This is the time of year to slow down, be present, and savor each simple and magical moment of string lights, togetherness, and movie-and-pajama nights. Last weekend, I started to get my bake on…
