Chattanooga, Tennessee Travel Guide // 48 Hours in the Scenic City

Chattanooga, Tennessee has been popping up on “hottest small city” lists for the past couple of years, so we finally decided to plan a trip to the Scenic City! I’m doing a deep dive on what to do, where to eat (and drink!!) and sharing a sample travel itinerary …

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A New Year's Eve Wedding in Fredericksburg, Texas

A New Year’s Eve wedding in Fredericksburg, Texas. Two years later, finally sharing details about our snowy celebration … it was filled with sparkly outfits, memorable speeches, a crazy dance floor and busted piñatas. Cheers!

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Our Rehearsal Dinner || Hoffman Haus in Fredericksburg, Texas

George and I tied the knot in my hometown of Fredericksburg, Texas on New Year’s Eve 2020. I’m a tad tardy writing about our wedding experience, because I have so much to say about our special day! Every time I sit down to write, I get overwhelmed with memories...now I'm finally sharing the details of our rehearsal dinner!

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Seven Creative Gift Ideas (...that cost next to nothing)

You don’t have to drop $$ on gifts in order to make someone feel special. We all just want to be known and loved. So, I’ve compiled a list of creative gift ideas for you to use! Spread that cheer.

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Chocolate Chip Bourbon Pecan Pie :: A Holiday Tradition

Chocolate chip bourbon pecan pie is ALWAYS a holiday hit. This is a family favorite and there’s always a fight for who gets the last slice …

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10 Things I've Been Loving Lately // Holiday Edition

Holidays: extra gatherings with friends, reasons to get dressed up in all sparkles, traditional family recipes baked, thoughtful gifts wrapped under the tree. Finding small and large reasons to make spirits bright is a beautiful part of the season! Here are a few things that have been making MY spirits bright!

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A Fall Weekend in the Mountains // A Salt Lake & Park City Travel Guide

My travel bucket list has always included a "fall foliage" destination. Utah is stunning in the fall - the mountain foliage is a triage of colors (orange, red and yellow). Sharing our faves from a quick trip to Park City & Heber Valley for a family wedding weekend.

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Auburn-Opelika Fall Bucket List

My fall bucket list will almost always include decorating my front porch with mums & pumpkins, making s’mores with friends and sipping on an autumnal-flavored drink. Sharing my fave fall activities in the Auburn-Opelika area...

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Top 5 Fall Bucket List Destinations in the South

Fall is also a fun time to travel and see the changing fall foliage, get outside to enjoy the cooler weather and partake in local festivals. Every year, I make a fall bucket list, so I wanted to share my top five bucket list destinations in the south!

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Nantucket Travel Guide : Your Ultimate Day-Trip Itinerary

The perfect Nantucket day trip. A blend of New England summer, coastal grandmother, and upscale beach escape. Sharing travel tips (what to pack, what to do, where to eat) and our FULL girl’s trip itinerary!

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10 Things I've Been Loving Lately

I love it when people list out the things they’re loving lately. It’s almost like taking a peek inside their every-day. So, in the same spirit, I’m sharing ten things I’ve been loving lately (books, music, recipes, etc!).

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5 Tips for Hiking Smith Mountain (the tallest point on Lake Martin)

An adventurous day-trip from Auburn-Opelika complete with a beautiful hike among the pines and views of Lake Martin for miles … sharing my tips on hiking Smith Mountain!

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A First-Timer’s Guide to Omaha, Nebraska

A first-timer’s guide to exploring Omaha (with a few practical tips on attending the College World Series). After witnessing the Rocco’s Jell-O shot board first-hand and trying to expand my pallet beyond sports bars, I wanted to share some of my favorite eateries, activities and notable cocktail spots.

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Highlands, NC Travel Guide

A Highlands, NC travel guide for the first-timers, foodies and cocktail lovers. Nestled among the North Carolina pines you’ll find the quaint little mountain town of Highlands, NC. Highlands is a popular weekend destination …

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Checking Into 200 Main // Our Stay in Highlands, NC

George and I were invited to a wedding in Highlands and decided to make it a long weekend trip! After winding our way up into the pine-filled mountains, we checked into 200 Main, a property recently acquired and renovated by the Old Edwards Hospitality Group…

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The Perfect Day Trip to Newport, Rhode Island

Newport, Rhode Island is your perfect New England summer town by the sea. The homes are beautiful, you’ll find hydrangeas everywhere and the boats look extra polished in the summer sun…

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