New England Coastal Inspiration for the Master Bedroom
As we start to plan the decor and furniture for our new home, New England coastal style is our inspiration. Fresh white coastal colors and nautical influences, such as as navy and white bedding and...
View ArticleCT Dining // The Cast Iron Chef Chop House and Oyster Bar
If you’re in Connecticut looking for fresh seafood and mouthwatering cast iron dishes, you must visit The Cast Iron Chef Chop House and Oyster Bar in New Haven. My girlfriends and I (fellow CT...
View ArticleWe Bought a House!
We bought a house! After the longest house hunt ever, my family and I closed on our new Colonial home in Connecticut yesterday afternoon. My heart is so happy for this new chapter to begin in our...
View ArticleFriday Favorites
Hey Friday, give me a hug! We are so excited to spend our first Friday at the house tearing down wallpaper, ripping up carpet, and maybe doing a little painting. In case you missed it… we bought a...
View ArticleAnnabelle’s Second Dance Recital
For as long as I can remember, I’ve always loved to dance. It’s funny though, I quit after my first recital when I was three and didn’t go back to the stage until I was eight. We hoped Annabelle...
View ArticleHow We Sold Our Home in 24 Hours
Want to know how we sold our home in 24 hours? To sell your home fast, you will need an incredible listing agent (like ours) who knows your house from top to bottom. You will also want to follow these...
View ArticleHow Do You Handle Sibling Fights?
How do you handle sibling fights? We have two daughters who seem to fight every day despite our attempts to teach them to get along. I’ve been reading a lot about how to deal with your kids fighting,...
View ArticleFriday Favorites
Hello from the Hamptons! We are spending the weekend with my sister’s in-law’s in Montauk/Amagansett. I’ve never been out to the Hamptons before, so I’m thrilled to be spending a couple days here. We...
View ArticleFather’s Day in Montauk
For Father’s Day weekend, my sister’s in-laws invited on a family beach trip to Montauk. We stayed in a beautiful beach cottage within walking distance to the beach and celebrated the Dads. My own Dad...
View ArticleFourth of July Family Celebrations | Why This Year is Special
Every Fourth of July, families celebrate our country’s independence together. We’ve been to the beach and watched fireworks, but this Fourth of July family celebration is extra special. Wondering why...
View ArticleTop Toddler Blog Posts
When it comes to toddlerhood, everything is suspicious. Toddler attitudes, toddler habits, toddler tantrums – they are all inconsistent and mysterious. My daughters’ personalities change constantly and...
View ArticleWhat Do You Need to Protect Your Skin on a Cloudy Day?
We have the sunscreen argument frequently in my house – no one wants to be slathered with sticky lotion when they’re going to play outside if its cold, cloudy, or rainy. Whether the sun is shining or...
View ArticleTravel // Essex Steam Train and Riverboat
One of my favorite things about New England is the variety of activities for family fun adventures. There are many iconic attractions important to New England’s history. A must see family friendly...
View ArticleSummer Wardrobe Staples + $1000 NORDSTROM GIVEAWAY
Every summer I plan to buy the season’s latest items, but always end up with summer wardrobe staples instead. These are items I wear on a weekly basis and don’t go on any vacation without. My summer...
View ArticleThe Perfect Summer Jumpsuit
The perfect summer jumpsuit is lightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear. After a day spent at the beach or poolside, I love to throw on a jumpsuit. However, when you’re only 5’3 it can be hard to...
View ArticleFriday Favorites – Beach Must Haves
We have one more day here in Destin, FL, so I wanted to share my beach must haves for my Friday favorites. These items are necessary for fun weekend in the sun and sand. What are your beach must haves?...
View ArticleFourth of July Sales
Are you looking to shop this holiday weekend? I’ve rounded up my favorite Fourth of July sales for you, including some of the items we purchased for our home. Enjoy! Abercrombie & Fitch – Up to 60%...
View Article$1000 Nordstrom Giveaway
Who wants to win a $1000 Nordstrom Giveaway? Last Chance… for a fabulous giveaway! I’ve teamed up with an amazing group of bloggers to give YOU a chance to win: a $1,000 Nordstrom Gift Card, just in...
View ArticleFriday Favorites : New Home Renovation Updates
Happy Friday Favorites! Today I’m sharing a few photos of our new home renovation. We closed on our house exactly one month ago from today and quite a bit has changed since we signed the papers. So far...
View ArticleTravel // Destin, FL – Travel Guide
Since the summer of 2005, I’ve been visiting Destin, Florida with my husband. The beautiful panhandle town is where his family has vacationed for years, so he had to share the white beaches, crystal...
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