Have you ever done an audit of your bills and expenses? This was my first time, and I’m going to be saving my family thousands of dollars a year which is pretty exciting. I’m also implementing a couple really simple strategies to get more savvy with our money. Here is a list of what bills I was able to trim down (including what companies/brands etc I switched to), how I’m getting more savvy with our money, and how you can too.
Read MoreClair Shorter did Wyatt’s newborn photos and we loved them so we hired her again for Willa! Here’s a peek at the gallery + details on the decor in Willa’s nursery.
Read MoreScrambling for something to bring to that party? These are some of mine and my family’s favorite and easiest holiday or party recipes. They all have 6 ingredients or less! One appetizer, one casserole and one dessert. Guaranteed to be crowd pleasers at your next party.
Read MoreI spent a lot (probably too much) time buying, trying on, exchanging, returning and eventually keeping, some maternity jeans and jeggings. Here are my findings, including: which pairs I kept, which are runner ups, which to pass on, and which I recommend sizing up in.
Read MoreI started “cleaning” up my beauty and household a couple years ago when my husband and I were about ready to start a family. (synthetic fragrance and parabens etc are hormone disrupters!) I detailed the household items I cleaned up in a series I called “Detoxing my Charleston Home”. You can read a summary here. I haven’t talked much about the beauty items I’ve transitioned to, well, because I am no beauty blogger but after two years I’ve found quite a few I’ve loved and want to share with you.
Read MoreThis week I am loving a handmade dress from India, a pretty popsocket, a salad from a local restaurant, my new outdoor furniture and a life-changing podcast!
Read MoreAs I am writing this, Wyatt is already considered a toddler. He moved rooms at daycare the week of his birthday. It all happened so fast! How did my baby go from 4 lbs 7 oz to a babbling, crawling, scooting, giggling little human? Here’s what I’ve learned the past year…
Read MoreOne year as a mama, one year with a son, one year of ups, downs, changes, and so many things that will never be the same. For those who don’t know the story, let me first tell you about how (and where) Wyatt came into this world.
Read MoreThis week I am loving a summer salad recipe, a motivational podcast, a baby toy and an affordable summer dress that looks expensive!
Read MoreThis week I am talking about how I am loving a recipe, an easy-care outdoor plant., a cold brew, a luxury home, and non-toxic fragrance for laundry.
Read MoreMy house is FILLED with art by local Charleston artists. One of my newer pieces is this 3 panel palm print in our master bedroom by Urban Garden Prints. These prints (and all their botanical prints) are originally harvested and hand-pressed by them!
Read MoreDoes anyone else’s husband microwave food in a tupperware? *CRINGE*. If this doesn’t make you cringe, you need to read on! Either way. . . let me tell you why I threw out all my plastic tupperware!
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