At the beginning of the month, David and I visited Chicago for a weekend getaway. It was the first time that David has visited the Windy City and my first time back since 2019! We stayed at Le Méridien Essex Chicago, which is located right across the street from Grant Park along Michigan Ave. It is…
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Early Fall 2022 Outfit Diary
It’s hard to believe we’re mid-way through November all ready! While it has been unseasonably warm this week in North Carolina, I have found myself reaching for my transitional pieces to dress cool yet appropriate for the season. With all that said, I wanted to share a round up of what I have been wearing…
What I Read in September and October
While I have read 47 books so far this year, I really slowed down in September and October. I still have a book left to read from each month. While the number of books slowed down, I really enjoyed the books I read this month, including some that will make me favorites list! My favorites…
Hostess Gifts for the Holiday Season Under $100
‘Tis the season of holiday gatherings! Now that the party circuit is starting up in full swing, I wanted to share some of my favorite hostess gifts. Here are some great gift ideas for your host/hostess with the most/ess, all under $100. No matter what your holiday gathering is, I hope that you’ll find something…
The Holiday Shop is Open!
Listen, I know. I can’t believe I’m writing a post this early this year, either. However, after looking at my calendar last weekend, I realized that I have limited time in late October through the end of the year. So, I wanted to go ahead and start sharing holiday content. It did not help that…





