There was never a world where there was Memie with There was never a world where there was Memie without Papa. They epitomized what it meant to be joined together as one. They showed me what true, committed love looks like in sickness and in health. 

From their teens they fell in love and married in 1950 and lived a full life together for 75 years. They had four children which turned into nine grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren. They truly built a legacy together cultivating a life of love, nurturing and lasting memories that will live in our hearts forever. 

God’s plan though always trumps our own and on October 30, God called His son home to Him. Papa is now rejoicing in heaven with his family who have gone before him and even though the grief we’re feeling is for us here, he has received his eternal happiness in his new home. 

Papa would tell anyone about the Lord who would listen and I think this promise of God’s word is what has given our family hope and peace in this incredibly difficult time. 

Papa inspired me to be so on fire for God and now in his passing, I will continue to share his legacy throughout the rest of my life. Papa, we love and miss you dearly but we know you’re rejoicing right now in heaven!🤍
Espresso martini but make it spooky!👻 🍸 • Espresso martini but make it spooky!👻 🍸
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#espressomartinis #halloweenaesthetic #lifestyleblogger
Things to check off my fall bucket list: ☑️s Things to check off my fall bucket list: 

☑️see giant pumpkins 
☑️pose with giant pumpkins 
☑️eat foods flavored with pumpkins 

#thingstodoinohio #fallinohio #circlevillepumpkinshow
Fall fairs > summer fairs It’s just something Fall fairs > summer fairs 

It’s just something about the dusk sky mixed with the neon lights that just does it for me. Add in a cool breeze and some fair food and I’ve found my happy place. 💛💙💚❤️🤍
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#lifeinthemidwest #countyfair #fairfieldcountyfair #lancasterohio #fridaynightfun #familytime❤️
It may not have been the outcome we hoped for but It may not have been the outcome we hoped for but I promise, the experience of seeing Jaden run out on the field was such a proud moment. ❤️
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#big10 #minnesotagophers #skiumah #goldengophers #collegefootballsaturday #columbusohio
Too many mems to keep them hidden. Time to hit rew Too many mems to keep them hidden. Time to hit rewind on the camera roll. 

#cameraroll #photodump #fromthecameraroll
This is your sign to rent a remote cabin in the hi This is your sign to rent a remote cabin in the hills, buy way too much food and 20 bottles of prosecco and celebrate your 40th birthday together! 

It’s wild to think we’ve been friends for over 25 + years and we’re still going strong. Im already counting down to celebration next year! 🤍
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#girlstrip #girlstripideas #hockinghills #cabininthewoods #cabingetaway #girlsgetaway #40birthdaycelebration
Changing out decor for a new season doesn’t have Changing out decor for a new season doesn’t have to be overwhelming. These two simple home decor swaps keep my home feeling fresh for each new season or holiday without going overboard or spending a lot of money. 

👉🏼 swapping out my dining room centerpiece 

👉🏼 swapping out my interior wreaths on my French doors

#easydecorating #falldecorating #lifestyleblogger #simpledecor #falldecor #budgetfriendlydecor #falldecoratingideas
Come with me to @hobbylobby and let’s see what c Come with me to @hobbylobby and let’s see what cute stuff they have for Fall! 
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#shopwithme #hobbylobbyhaul #fallshopping #fallhomedecor #shoppingvlog #lifestyleblogger
It’s been just over a month since my trip to Bos It’s been just over a month since my trip to Boston and I’m still dreaming about it. 

All the rich history, culture and experience with every turn i took, made me fall so in love with it. You truly need a week to enjoy this city and all it has to offer. I will definitely be back soon! 

📍Boston, MA 
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#bostontravel #bostontravelvlog #travelblogger #solotraveling #solotravels #thingstodoinboston
Jumping in on this one because I, unfortunately, l Jumping in on this one because I, unfortunately, love a fun social media trend. 
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I may be a couple months late on this one but Gise I may be a couple months late on this one but Gisele’s Curious George birthday party recap just went live on the blog. I’m sharing all my budget-friendly tips on how to put together this adorable theme together without breaking the bank. 
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#curiousgeorgeparty #toddlerbirthdayparty #toddlerbirthdaypartyideas #curiousgeorgebirthday #birthdaypartyideas #budgetfriendlyparty
I’m a summer girlie, until the “ber” months I’m a summer girlie, until the “ber” months and then it’s all pumpkin spice, apple cider and cozy blankets until further notice. 
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#fallaesthetic #autumniscoming #lifestyleblogger #fallseason #trendingreelsvideo
Arguably the most epic way to usher in my 40s—pe Arguably the most epic way to usher in my 40s—peaceful, beautiful and with some of my favorite people in the whole world. 🤍 My heart is full!
Punta Cana was one for the books. ❤️🇩🇴
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#travelvlog #travelgram #puntacana #dominicanrepublic #travelbloggers
What new hair can do for your mood! 🔥 there’ What new hair can do for your mood! 🔥

there’s only one place I’m going for my roots and it’s to my girl @samanticsxo at @village.root.headspa ❤️ and she did her thing and brought my hair back to life. 

#darkhair #brunette #villagerootheadspa #mediumhairstyles #brunettehairstyles #brunettegirl
Part two of our day on Gasparilla Island — and s Part two of our day on Gasparilla Island — and somehow it just kept getting better! 

Here’s everywhere we visited!

📌 Gasparilla Island State Park
📌 Port Boca Grande Lighthouse
📌 The Gasparilla Inn
📌 The Pink Pony Ice Cream
📌 Johann Fust Community Library
📌 “Bocahenge” — remnants of an old fishing pier at the south end of the island

Save this for your next Florida getaway 🤍

#travelreel #travelvlog #visitfl #bocagrande #hiddengem #floridahiddengems #barrierisland
You know I love finding the spots that feel a litt You know I love finding the spots that feel a little off the radar but so worth the trip — and Gasparilla Island was exactly that. 

Save this for your next Florida getaway — here’s everywhere we stopped from part one! Part two coming soon. 

Locations We Visited:

📍The Pink Elephant – Boca Grande, FL
📍Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church – Boca Grande, FL
📍Banyan Street –Boca Grande, FL
📍The Inn Bakery – Boca Grande, FL
📍Sam Murphy Park – Boca Grande, FL

#bocagrande #travelvlog #lifestyleblogger #travelblogger #travelwithme #hiddengem 
#floridahiddengems #lovefl
My recipe for a (kid-free) Saturday morning. #mo My recipe for a (kid-free) Saturday morning. 

#momlife #momblogger
July, you were a colorful one. ❤️🧡💛💙 July, you were a colorful one. ❤️🧡💛💙

#photodump #cameraroll #julyrecap #corememories
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fashion · June 2, 2017

Casual Fridays

Casual Fridays

{Tee: Old Navy // Cardigan: Old Navy // Jeans: Old Navy // Sunnies: Similar // Hat: Similar // Bag: Similar // Shoes: Similar}

For me, Fridays have always been my unofficial start to the weekend. I know it is technically still a weekday but there is something about Friday that makes me want to jump into my favorite pair of distressed jeans and throw on a baseball hat. Fridays are my absolute favorite day of the week, and while I can’t exactly rock a baseball hat into the office, throwing it on the minute I leave reminds me that the weekend is finally here. As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, I didn’t used to rock the casual look very often. As I said, I only owned two pairs of sneakers up until a couple years ago. Since then, I’ve learned how to embrace, shall I say, a more effortless look. I should make a note here that I still managed to apply some red lipstick so the girly-girl inside me is still very much present, but I am making strides to embrace more casual looks (baby steps). I think the best part of personal style is knowing how to pull off different kind of looks for different days, shall I say, casual Fridays?  What is your go-to, casual outfit for the weekends?

{Photo Credit: Bricker Photographics}

Casual Fridays

Casual Fridays

Casual Fridays

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There was never a world where there was Memie with There was never a world where there was Memie without Papa. They epitomized what it meant to be joined together as one. They showed me what true, committed love looks like in sickness and in health. 

From their teens they fell in love and married in 1950 and lived a full life together for 75 years. They had four children which turned into nine grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren. They truly built a legacy together cultivating a life of love, nurturing and lasting memories that will live in our hearts forever. 

God’s plan though always trumps our own and on October 30, God called His son home to Him. Papa is now rejoicing in heaven with his family who have gone before him and even though the grief we’re feeling is for us here, he has received his eternal happiness in his new home. 

Papa would tell anyone about the Lord who would listen and I think this promise of God’s word is what has given our family hope and peace in this incredibly difficult time. 

Papa inspired me to be so on fire for God and now in his passing, I will continue to share his legacy throughout the rest of my life. Papa, we love and miss you dearly but we know you’re rejoicing right now in heaven!🤍
Espresso martini but make it spooky!👻 🍸 • Espresso martini but make it spooky!👻 🍸
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#espressomartinis #halloweenaesthetic #lifestyleblogger
Things to check off my fall bucket list: ☑️s Things to check off my fall bucket list: 

☑️see giant pumpkins 
☑️pose with giant pumpkins 
☑️eat foods flavored with pumpkins 

#thingstodoinohio #fallinohio #circlevillepumpkinshow
Fall fairs > summer fairs It’s just something Fall fairs > summer fairs 

It’s just something about the dusk sky mixed with the neon lights that just does it for me. Add in a cool breeze and some fair food and I’ve found my happy place. 💛💙💚❤️🤍
•
•
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•
#lifeinthemidwest #countyfair #fairfieldcountyfair #lancasterohio #fridaynightfun #familytime❤️
It may not have been the outcome we hoped for but It may not have been the outcome we hoped for but I promise, the experience of seeing Jaden run out on the field was such a proud moment. ❤️
•
•
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•
•
#big10 #minnesotagophers #skiumah #goldengophers #collegefootballsaturday #columbusohio
Too many mems to keep them hidden. Time to hit rew Too many mems to keep them hidden. Time to hit rewind on the camera roll. 

#cameraroll #photodump #fromthecameraroll
This is your sign to rent a remote cabin in the hi This is your sign to rent a remote cabin in the hills, buy way too much food and 20 bottles of prosecco and celebrate your 40th birthday together! 

It’s wild to think we’ve been friends for over 25 + years and we’re still going strong. Im already counting down to celebration next year! 🤍
•
•
•
•
•
#girlstrip #girlstripideas #hockinghills #cabininthewoods #cabingetaway #girlsgetaway #40birthdaycelebration
Changing out decor for a new season doesn’t have Changing out decor for a new season doesn’t have to be overwhelming. These two simple home decor swaps keep my home feeling fresh for each new season or holiday without going overboard or spending a lot of money. 

👉🏼 swapping out my dining room centerpiece 

👉🏼 swapping out my interior wreaths on my French doors

#easydecorating #falldecorating #lifestyleblogger #simpledecor #falldecor #budgetfriendlydecor #falldecoratingideas
Come with me to @hobbylobby and let’s see what c Come with me to @hobbylobby and let’s see what cute stuff they have for Fall! 
•
•
•
•
#shopwithme #hobbylobbyhaul #fallshopping #fallhomedecor #shoppingvlog #lifestyleblogger
It’s been just over a month since my trip to Bos It’s been just over a month since my trip to Boston and I’m still dreaming about it. 

All the rich history, culture and experience with every turn i took, made me fall so in love with it. You truly need a week to enjoy this city and all it has to offer. I will definitely be back soon! 

📍Boston, MA 
•
•
•
#bostontravel #bostontravelvlog #travelblogger #solotraveling #solotravels #thingstodoinboston
Jumping in on this one because I, unfortunately, l Jumping in on this one because I, unfortunately, love a fun social media trend. 
•
•
•
•
•
#lifestyleblogger #trendingreelsvideo #lifestyle #trending
I may be a couple months late on this one but Gise I may be a couple months late on this one but Gisele’s Curious George birthday party recap just went live on the blog. I’m sharing all my budget-friendly tips on how to put together this adorable theme together without breaking the bank. 
•
•
•
•
•
#curiousgeorgeparty #toddlerbirthdayparty #toddlerbirthdaypartyideas #curiousgeorgebirthday #birthdaypartyideas #budgetfriendlyparty
I’m a summer girlie, until the “ber” months I’m a summer girlie, until the “ber” months and then it’s all pumpkin spice, apple cider and cozy blankets until further notice. 
•
•
•
•
•
•
#fallaesthetic #autumniscoming #lifestyleblogger #fallseason #trendingreelsvideo
Arguably the most epic way to usher in my 40s—pe Arguably the most epic way to usher in my 40s—peaceful, beautiful and with some of my favorite people in the whole world. 🤍 My heart is full!
Punta Cana was one for the books. ❤️🇩🇴
•
•
•
•

#travelvlog #travelgram #puntacana #dominicanrepublic #travelbloggers
What new hair can do for your mood! 🔥 there’ What new hair can do for your mood! 🔥

there’s only one place I’m going for my roots and it’s to my girl @samanticsxo at @village.root.headspa ❤️ and she did her thing and brought my hair back to life. 

#darkhair #brunette #villagerootheadspa #mediumhairstyles #brunettehairstyles #brunettegirl
Part two of our day on Gasparilla Island — and s Part two of our day on Gasparilla Island — and somehow it just kept getting better! 

Here’s everywhere we visited!

📌 Gasparilla Island State Park
📌 Port Boca Grande Lighthouse
📌 The Gasparilla Inn
📌 The Pink Pony Ice Cream
📌 Johann Fust Community Library
📌 “Bocahenge” — remnants of an old fishing pier at the south end of the island

Save this for your next Florida getaway 🤍

#travelreel #travelvlog #visitfl #bocagrande #hiddengem #floridahiddengems #barrierisland
You know I love finding the spots that feel a litt You know I love finding the spots that feel a little off the radar but so worth the trip — and Gasparilla Island was exactly that. 

Save this for your next Florida getaway — here’s everywhere we stopped from part one! Part two coming soon. 

Locations We Visited:

📍The Pink Elephant – Boca Grande, FL
📍Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church – Boca Grande, FL
📍Banyan Street –Boca Grande, FL
📍The Inn Bakery – Boca Grande, FL
📍Sam Murphy Park – Boca Grande, FL

#bocagrande #travelvlog #lifestyleblogger #travelblogger #travelwithme #hiddengem 
#floridahiddengems #lovefl
My recipe for a (kid-free) Saturday morning. #mo My recipe for a (kid-free) Saturday morning. 

#momlife #momblogger
July, you were a colorful one. ❤️🧡💛💙 July, you were a colorful one. ❤️🧡💛💙

#photodump #cameraroll #julyrecap #corememories

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