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Maternity Family Photos

Maternity Family Photos

August 16, 2017

You guys. I know it’s after the fact and I’ve already had Baby Elias (he came a little earlier than I thought since I figured he’d be two weeks late like his sister), but these pictures are too good not to share. Emma Frances Logan Photography is AMAZING. She takes all of our family pictures and ...

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hospital bag packing list

hospital bag packing list

July 13, 2017

I’m just about 36 weeks along and if you know me at all, then you know that I’m a type A planner of all things. So, of course, I’ve already starting packing my hospital bag. Since this is my second pregnancy, I feel a little more confident about making decisions as to what I will …

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Eating in Charleston, Part 2

Eating in Charleston, Part 2

March 08, 2017

In my previous post about Charleston, I listed many of my go-to restaurants, coffee shops, etc. During some of my most recent trips, I really wanted to branch out a little and see what else Charleston had to over.  After doing a little research, I found that nestled on many side streets and off the ...

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4 Simple Ways to Detox Your Home

4 Simple Ways to Detox Your Home

February 01, 2017

Let’s face it. Detoxing your home can be overwhelming and figuring out where to start can be enough to make you want give up before you even begin. I’m often asked why I even bother trying to get rid of products with toxic ingredients. For me, my history of migraines is linked to hormonal issues ...

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Curry Chicken Salad

Curry Chicken Salad

January 08, 2017

I have been craving chicken salad hard core and this recipe by Mel Joulwan was exactly what I needed. I switched things up a bit from her original recipe (also found in her new cookbook Well Fed Weeknights) to make it a little easier, but it was still amazingly delicious! Serves 2-4. Ingredients Chicken: 3 ...

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Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s Pie

December 15, 2016

Let me first apologize for the millions of years between blog posts (okay, maybe just a half a year, but it’s been a while). I’ve been focusing a lot of time and energy on getting my Etsy shop ready for the holidays. It has been a ton of fun and I’ve really enjoyed the process, ...

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5 Things I Love About Gilmore Girls

5 Things I Love About Gilmore Girls

November 22, 2016

We are only THREE DAYS away from the Gilmore Girls Reunion release! To celebrate, these are my five favorite things about the show: Coffee, coffee, coffee. Lorelai and Rory have a serious obsession with coffee. Who doesn’t love a good cup of coffee, or five? And who wouldn’t want to get coffee every day at Luke’s Diner?? Rory’s ...

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Blackberry Goat Cheese Summer Salad

Blackberry Goat Cheese Summer Salad

July 26, 2016

Going to the farmers market on Saturday mornings is one of my absolute favorite things to do. Creating new recipes with my finds is even better. This week’s market finds resulted in what I’d like to call my Blackberry Goat Cheese Summer Salad! I promise… you definitely want to give this one a try. Blackberry...

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How To: Incorporating Greens & Veggies into Your Diet

How To: Incorporating Greens & Veggies into Your Diet

May 19, 2016

I’ve been following a Paleo-type diet for a good number of years now and I sometimes find myself getting into a bad habit of not incorporating enough vegetables into my diet. It’s extremely easy to grill a piece of chicken or a steak and cook some potatoes for dinner and call it a day. Making …

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A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara

May 17, 2016

This complex novel by Hanya Yanagihara begins by introducing four men who have just all graduated from New England University and are working to establish their lives in New York City. They are deeply committed to maintaining their friendships with one another despite their diverse personalities and interests. Malcom Irvine is the biracial son of an ...

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