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Monday Thoughts: Horses and the country

I had the opportunity to go horseback riding for the first time yesterday, and it was by far the best experience I’ve ever had. There’s something so calming and peaceful about horses, that I can’t...

Go Your Own Way

As I was clearing out my room today, I decided to youtube some Fleetwood Mac and somehow stumbled upon this version of Go Your Own Way. Literally, it gave me chills. While Fleetwood Mac will always...

New Year.

“I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself,...

Night Drive Insight.

The one thing I love about long drives, especially at night, and on the open road, is how it seems to put everything in perspective. When you’re on the road, or at least, when I’m on the road out...

Sometimes when I wake up..

“Sometimes when I wake up I feel like I’m still sleep, I feel like all the color and shapes of the world have collided and all I can do is just sit there and watch. I think a persons heart has a...

Mark 12:41-44

Sometimes I often wonder if the books we read, the movies we watch, the songs we listen to, and the people we encounter come into our lives at the times they do, because they were supposed to teach...

Winter

““I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says “Go to sleep, darlings, till the...

Words

I found this the other day and absolutely loved it. It’s one of those phrases that just sticks with you, even when you are in line in the grocery store or having coffee with a friend, you kind of...

This is Life

Welp – I’m back to blogging. Sort of. And not quite the same. Decided to toss out some of my photography and ‘poetry’ work on here. I won’t typically do much poetry as I’m trying to save that for...

Now Trending: White Lace Skirt

Typically, I will avoid trends at all cost because I’ve always been the type of gal that likes the basics in her wardrobe. I buy what I foresee lasting in my closet a long time, not what the media...

Summer Work Attire Part One

Hello everyone and Happy Thursday, or for me (Friday)! Today is my last day of work before the long weekend so while it will be busy, I’ll get to crash tonight after a long day and that is all I am...

Worth Reading Wednesday

You know that feeling you get when you stumble upon something amazing? Like a new book, an enchanting cafe, or an amazing skirt that you just have to have? That is the exact feeling I got when I...

How to save money when shopping online

Hi readers! I apologize for being MIA these past few days. I’ve had work, doctor’s appointments, and hard gym sessions to attend which leaves little to no time to blog. By the time I’m home and...

Sunday Flowers

Hope you all had a beautiful weekend. I spent a lovely Sunday having brunch with my family at a place called Skamania Lodge. Even though it was a rainy/dreary day, the setting seemed so serene that...

Workout Gear Upgrade!

You know that feeling when you first start going to the gym, where you don’t really want anyone to see you, and you wish there was such thing as an invisible cloak or at least a private gym where...

Zara: New In.

Happy Thursday! I was actually planning on doing my first outfit post today – but seeings how the weekdays are so awfully busy, I think I’ll hold off till the weekend when I’m not frantically...

Worth Reading Wednesdays

I thought it would be fun to start a new weekly feature on the blog called Worth Reading Wednesdays. Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m always browsing the net for new and inspiring blogs....

What to Wear: Memorial Day Edition

Whenever I think of Memorial Day, I think of bikinis, bbqs, and the kick off to a great summer. While I’m still unsure what my plans will be, I can guarantee I’ll be living in a bikini throughout...

Bye Bye Betsey Johnson

I’ll never forget the first time I walked into a Betsey Johnson store. I was 17, visiting the King Of Prussia mall on the outskirts of Philadelphia. My mom and I had been doing some shopping that...

Shop Planet Blue

Hi Readers! Hope your Monday is going well. I’m totally drained from such a long day at work. I really thinking spending yesterday in the sun wore me down, and as much as I’d like to go straight to...

Summer Shades

Temperatures were in the upper eighties today and I couldn’t be happier. I wound up spending the entire day under the sun, soaking up the rays and working on my tan. I really hope the weather keeps...

Bikini Body Fitness.

Hello readers! I decided to do a post on fitness today seeings how it’s been dominating my life the past few weeks. I’ve always been big on staying fit and healthy because not only do I feel better...

Mint Crush

Lately the color mint has been catching my eye. What I love about the particular hue is the fact that it is so soft, but also so striking and really has a way of standing out. While I don’t have...

A girl and her shoes

Hi readers! Hope your weekend is going well! I have a 5k this morning and am so amped for it! I’ve been training at the gym for the past few months so I’m hoping that I’ve improved my time since...

My Lovely Weekend

Weekends always seem to go by far too fast. If it was up to me, everyone would have three days off and four days on. Luckily I get a taste of this life every other weekend by working nine-hour...

Tarte Cosmetics

I’ve been an avid fan of Tarte Cosmetics ever since hearing about them a few years back. What I love about this brand is two-fold. One, Tarte focuses on natural, green inspired ingredients, rather...

Graduation Day Attire

It’s about that time of year again when we gather with friends and family to celebrate the achievements and accomplishments of our loved ones. Yes my friends, I am talking about Graduation. I’ve...

Boys + Arrows

I was so excited yesterday when my new swimsuit from Boys & Arrows came in! After browsing through their website last week, I fell in LOVE with this bright coral two piece. I haven’t purchased a...