Happy Sunday.

Are you heating your leftovers up incorrectly?  (I was...)

Taylor's story about justice at the grocery store... haha, we've all been there girl!

Love the idea of zero-waste fall decorations.

I adore this skirt & how Rita styled it 4 different ways. It's the perfect shade for fall!

Speaking of fall, this free printable needs to find it's way on my wall.

Happy Sunday.

Love Stephanie's idea of an instagram challenge, focusing on one color per week.

I know Valentine's Day was like, 4 months ago, but these homemade baby-inspired Valentine's Day Cards are TOO cute!

Drake White:  this song, this song, & this song.  And this song.

Have you ever looked at this hashtag on Instagram: #myinstagramlogo?  People are so darn creative!

Only Amber could make this outfit look good.

Happy Sunday.

Extraordinary photos of Ballet Dancers on the Streets of Cuba.

Visiting Paris?  Here's a wonderful guide on the Museums to consider.

Discover the leader within yourself.

Has anyone ordered from LookBook Store?  I have about 18 things I'm swooning over!

The Shelf Life of Food.

Happy Sunday (and Happy Easter!)

Happy Easter! I hope everybody gets to enjoy time with their family & friends today!


I made this cake for Easter, but accidentally ate half of it already.  Opps :)

An inspiring read: "A goal without a plan is just wishful thinking" 

The Business of Blogging & the power of social media.  Like it or not, this girl is doing somethin' right.

Currently obsessed with Clare Dunn's 'Tuxedo'.

Also, Courtney Cole's 'Drunk' is topping my playlist as well.

Happy Sunday (Valentine's Day Edition)

Pssstt!  It's Valentine's Day!!  Incase you forgot, I've rounded up a few ways to celebrate with your love below:

Date night ideas... love the indoor picnic one!

A tad untraditional, but workout together, with the L.O.V.E. workout.

Spread your love, without the expensive gifts.

Make my wine spritzers & cook dinner together.

Ideas for inexpensive & easy day dates.


Happy Valentine's Day to you & you & YOU!

Happy Sunday.

I'm kind of a nerd, and love a good Ted talk. I haven't watched this one yet, but I'm putting it on my To Do list.  How to live a fulling, happy life?  Sign me up.

Secrets of Central Park.

An interesting read about how getting your finances in order, can lead to a better attitude about yourself.

I found this time simulation of how 1,000 people spend their day interesting.  Play it in fast mode.

Enjoyed this read about managing your to do list & loving your space.  I get the itch a few times every year to organize & purge -- and it's like Freya says --  going through your things helps you realize where you are & how you got there.

Cheers friends, it's Sunday!

Happy Sunday.

Rather obsessed with 'My Church' by Maren Morris.  It's been on repeat all weekend.

Pinning this for a lenten meal idea, looks so good!

How to determine how much water you should drink in a day.

Loved Stormy's post this week about things nobody tells you about childbirth, yikes!

Check out this laundry basket organizer DIY -- brilliant!

Happy Sunday.

Twelve yummy drink & smoothie recipes to try (including mine!)

Alternatively, 22 hot drinks to warm you up this winter.

This post has me inspired to create a DIY project for our home, all by my girl-power self.

Did you make any New Year's resolutions?  I like Jessica's... especially the Listening & Making Me Time Count ones.

This fox knit hat would surely look adorable on my brand new baby nephew!

Happy Sunday.

These printable gift coupons make the perfect, creative stocking stuffer.

I'm really loving Buffalo Plaid this season, though I don't own a single piece of it yet! :(

I may or may not have ordered a set of custom memory cards for someone on my Christmas list this year -- these are so cute, great quality, & are super easy to make!

These mini molten lava cakes seem like a fabulous idea.

Does anybody watch Empire?  We catch it every now & then (guilty pleasure, I guess), and I fell in LOVE with this song.
P.S.  How gorgeous is Alicia Keys in that episode?  I am usually not a fan of crazy colored hair, but she wears purple so wonderfully!

Happy Sunday.

Last weekend I had a really nasty stomach bug, and have been feeling a bit queasy all week, but I think I'm finally on the mend.  My appetite is back, and this winter fruit salad with lemon poppy seed dressing looks amazing to me right now!

I love how Julia styled this pretty Old Navy scarf -- the pattern mixing & the POP it makes against the snow has me lusting over this look!

I'm not the biggest Bloody Mary fan in the entire world, but these look so good to me!  Maybe it's the cute napkins... or the pickle :)

Pie stencils -- perfect for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

I'm getting the itch to plan a winter vacation, and this graphic about airline legroom has me intrigued.

Happy Sunday.

I'm tempted to make homemade body butter, and I'm thinking this recipe sounds perfect for fall.  I hear glorious things about coconut oil ALL the time, but feel weird putting it on my skin... Anybody use it for skin care?  I'd love to hear your thoughts!

The Evolution of School Photos -- Kelle has such a way with words & finds meaning in everything.  She's my favorite!

Target did good this year with the plaid movement -- I want one of everything, please!  Even the Listerine is in plaid packaging, my gosh!

Speaking of Target, I'm loving these nock-off Chucks -- they look the same & are a fraction of the cost.. mint or red... mint or red - love them both!

I could never afford this dress, but ohhh do I love it!

Happy Sunday.

How to harvest & store onions -- something that we will need to brush up on very soon as our garden is exploding with onions!

Kelle did a Back to School theme party, and it turned out adorable, per usual :)

Reasons to use a slow cooker overnight vs. all day while your at work.

Does anyone have an orchard rack?  I'm thinking about putting one one my wish list to store said onions & other garden veggies.  Or maybe this kitchen cart organizer -- it's cheaper & basically the same thing? Or is this hanging apparatus better?  Ahhh, the possibilities.

Frozen strawberry peach sangria -- sign me up!

Happy Sunday.

The secret-ingredient that will make your lemonade over-the-top yummy.

Have you tried sulfate-free shampoo?  I think I'm making the switch to see if it yields any results.

These office makeovers have me itching to do finish mine.

Recipes to help you eat up that entire watermelon.

Tips on creating beautiful chalk calligraphy -- so wish I had this talent.

Happy Sunday.

Ten things to do with a cucumber -- definitely trying some of these with our over abundance from our garden.

Speaking of cucumbers -- here are some uses for cucumbers that I've never even heard of!  Have you tried any of these?

Check out these tips for keeping your online life private.

This grilled chicken looks SOOO tasty.  My husband has a real "thing" for grilled chicken, so I bet he'd love this!

These DIY tea towels are SO SO cute!

Happy Sunday.

Outdoor entertaining tips -- I love the water balloon one!

I want her closet.  And her hair.

Adding "make homemade soap" to my To Do List after reading this.

Copper is totally trending right now, and I think this side table is darling!

Wonder if I could pull off this simple chignon?  I think I have too much hair for it, but I love the style!

Happy Sunday.

Have you seen this article for 10 naturally perfect places in Wisconsin?  Sign me for all of them, please!

Adding this DIY terrarium to my list!

You better believe I'm going to be making this double chocolate zucchini bread once our garden goods are ready -- YUM!

Gallery walls are intimating -- see these helpful tips for creating a modern gallery wall.

How adorable are these DIY flags, using up old fabric scraps?!  Love.

Happy Sunday.

A round-up of the best 50+ peach dessert recipes.  They've got my mouth watering!

Kelle posted 48 examples about how to capture water fun this summer... she has quite the eye for composition.

Have you heard about capsule wardrobes?  How do you feel about them?  I know I would never have the guts to get rid of 2/3 of my current wardrobe, but Lindsay shared how she simplified her wardrobe & it's quite inspiring!

We recently purchased a home-made popsicle mold kit, and I can't wait to try out these recipes!

Megan, a fellow chick with curly locks, shared her process here.  Ive tried DevaCurl before but wasn't impressed (maybe I didn't do it right?)... have you tried this product? And if so, what are your thoughts?

Happy Sunday.

Fifteen things every new parent needs for baby, according to Emily.

Erin's yard make-over looks like a botanical garden -- you go girl!

Completely digging Cori's floral & stripe outfit.. and she made the skirt, go figure.  Somebody PLEASE teach me how to sew.

Dang. Grace's weekly exercise routine puts mine (or lake thereof) to complete shame.  What an inspiration she is!

This strawberry watermelon smoothie was just added to my pin board -- looks delish!

Happy Sunday.

Talk about a powerful (and cute) purse... these beauties charge your phone!

Is your coffee maker not working properly anymore?  We used this cleaning method, and now ours works like a charm again!

Handmade Birthday cards are simply the best.

Reasons why you need more sleep.  See Zac, it's true. I need more sleep :)

Now that the Farmer's Markets are in full gear, read how you can save money at them.

Happy Sunday.

We're back from a whirl-wind trip across Italy & France.  It was amazing & I will share more in the coming weeks.  I've got about 2,000 photos to sort through & jet lag... it's a real thing.

Today, we're celebrating my parent's 35th wedding anniversary with brunch & family time.
Wishing my mom & dad the happiest anniversary & for many more years filled with love!

Now, for your Sunday web pursuing....


Zooey Deschanel's $2.1M home is for sale... and just as adorable as she is.

Find out if high heels really are bad for you?

I love what Sarah did with her small pantry organization.

"Friends" quotes that will make you giggle.

Better mood foods -- coffee & dark chocolate make the list!