Today's post is unabashedly for the dog-lover. We're sharing a round-up of fun pet finds, including our own fur babies' tried and true favorites. The Wild Weenies, in particular, have been a huge hit with Scout and his buddy Ash, the friendly giant. Laughing about the name, Farrah and I had to resort to these treats to make the dogs cooperate for this photo shoot! We hope you find something to share with the four-legged friends in your life! 1.[...]
My absolute favorite time of year is summer. Through the years my life during summer has drastically changed. From the carefree days of childhood, to the years of motherhood and chasing around toddlers covered in sunscreen and sand; it’s come full circle and I’m forever and always a summer girl.What do I love about summer? The refreshing jolt you feel as you catapult yourself into the water for a swim, running around everywhere with bare feet, wearing light cover-ups to stay cool, letting my hair air dry in the sun, and always curling up with a good book to wa[...]
One of the main things I start to miss during the winter is vibrant color. Charleston is a place that is known not only for its colorful historical architecture but also for its blooms. Every Spring I feel invigorated as soon as I start to see buds forming on all the plant life. It creates a huge sense of anticipation for me! The first weeks of Spring are when Charleston is at its finest. Whenever I think of The Holy City, I picture historical buildings downtown, white porches, and gas lanterns embellished with colorful plant life and greenery. We are very fortuna[...]
Hopefully you're one of those (normal) people that hasn't finished all of their Christmas shopping. Are we the only ones? In truth, we did plan to share today's post a bit earlier in the season, but good things come to those who wait. We're confident this guys gift guide will help you check off some of the most tricky people on your list (husbands, dads, brothers, uncles, boyfriends, etc...!) For the second year in a row our own two blokes, Tom and Harry, have rounded-up items they either personally own and love or are hoping to find under the tree this Christmas[...]
As I rounded the corner into September, it took me a little while to find my way into a new routine. I almost felt like it was January and I had the "post-Christmas blues." I was definitely missing summer. But after thinking about it, I realized I actually felt overloaded by my children's new school year routine. In years past, I didn't feel that overwhelmed by the amount of scheduled time. But this year was another level. And it was an abrupt change to my rhythm. So with a little thought I tried to jump-start myself into a positive place. I could do my best to ma[...]
I'm back with another "five little things" post to share some of the small stuff that's been making me smile lately. Inspiration for this summery post struck at our recent book club meeting. In addition to selecting a book to read and discuss, we've taken to occasionally swapping our favorite things centered around a theme. It's so much fun to discover the unexpected items that your friends are passionate about! I walked away from our little "summer favorites" exchange with the absolute best strapless bra to wear with my sundresses (thanks, Kaina!), and I'm incl[...]
We often think that it's the really big things in life that bring the most happiness and satisfaction. A new job, a new house, a new relationship, a new trip...For sure, all of these do matter and they undoubtedly impact our emotional well being. However, the older I get, the more I'm realizing the power of "little things" to significantly enhance my mood and the quality of my days. In an effort to celebrate the tiny moments that add up and contribute to an overall sense of joy and contentment, we've decided to take turns sharing the small stuff. From the meaning[...]
Despite being married to a tea-drinking Englishman, I haven't visited many tea rooms in my life with the exception of a few times in Europe. After an afternoon at the museum, taking in a film, or shopping, nothing seemed more appealing than tea with friends on a cold winter's day. Last November on a family trip to Italy, I rediscovered the charm of sitting down to a proper tea and knew that I'd like to try to recreate that special experience at home. On that day in Italy, I recall that we'd been so[...]
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