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Christmas Recap 2022

 

It is always bittersweet once the holidays pass. We wait for them all year, hope for their swift arrival once the calendar strikes December, and then in a blink we are packing up the ornaments and taking down the decor. Today I am sharing my Christmas Recap 2022. 

The Perfect Peppermint Shake for the Holidays

How do you feel about peppermint shakes? Today I'm sharing the perfect holiday treat for you, your kids, your guests, your significant other....for everyone who loves the taste of peppermint!

The Perfect Holiday Sugar Cookies

 

I remember so vividly setting out cookies and milk for Santa Claus when I was a youngster. Today I'm sharing the perfect Christmas sugar cookie. Is there anything better than sugar cookies with a festive touch? 

A New York Christmas: Seeing the Rockettes

My husband had a work trip to New York and we took the opportunity to bring along my sister and brother-in-law to make a day of it. We went to see the holiday classic...The Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall. He had company on the way to New York and we got to see a show. I have wanted to see the Rockettes for YEARS but covid has kept me away. I'm so excited to share all about it today!

How to Make the Perfect Grazing Platter

Everyone has heard of charcuterie boards, cheese platters, and crudités. But there is a new type of crowd-pleaser in town...the grazing platter or grazing board. Want to learn how to delight your holiday guests and prepare fantastic party platter? You are in the right place.

The Beginners Guide to Holiday Decor on a Budget

I have always loved decorating for the holidays and today I sharing some holiday staples you shouldn't be without. I'm also sharing some tips on building up your holiday decor stash.

Let's get Reacquainted - A long overdue recap.

I cannot believe we are in the holiday season already! Last I checked it was July and now we are almost halfway through December. Where has the time gone? Let's catch up and I'll show you what I have been up to.

Travel Blog: Porto, Portugal

 

The last city we visited in Portugal was Porto, known most famously for its history in port wine production. I did not know what to expect but we made sure to get out of the city and visit the Douro Valley region where the port wine vineyards are. It was stunning and a worthwhile experience for sure.

Travel Blog: Madeira Island

After exploring Lisbon we took a short plane to Madeira, a Portuguese island off the coast of Africa, for a few days. The island blew me away with its beauty, friendly people, and tasty food. 

Travel Blog: Lisbon, Portugal

Trust me when I say I was soooo excited to pull out my passport and pack my bags for a vacation this year. Ever since Covid broke out and canceled our Amsterdam in April 2020 (I'm still not over it) our travel plans for other destinations were all put on indefinite hold. As Covid waned we waited patiently for the safety recommendations and travel advisories to line up with our comfort level to travel again. Finally, after what feels like decades, we booked a trip to Portugal for our anniversary. We visited Lisbon, Madeira island, and Porto while we were there and the trip was well worth it. It was so nice to stretch our legs and get out of here for a bit.

My First (Virtual) Half Marathon

My sister and I completed our first Half Marathon this past weekend! Ready for a race recap?

Half Marathon Training Update + 3 Lessons I've Learned So Far

I have been an on and off again runner/jogger for years and this year my sister and I completed the Disney Princess 5K and started training for a Half Marathon. Technically the race day was in February but it was a virtual race and we wanted to train and do it in better weather so we are choosing on our "race day". At this point we're halfway through the training program and I wanted to share a quick update.

32 Favorites for 32 Years

 

Bag Review: Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis (Empreinte Leather)

 

Bag Review: Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis (Monogram)

 

Ever since I graduated law school I always looked forward to the day where my student loans would be a thing of the past. And I am ecstatic to say that now they have finally been paid in full! To celebrate, I recently treated myself to a pair of Pochette Metis bags from Louis Vuitton. Because this is such a popular bag I wanted to do a quick review in case anyone drools over this bag as much I do!

The SLG Everyone Should Have (review of LV Key Pouch)

 

I went to a small college where we would carry around only our dorm key and our student ID in whatever small wristlet you could fine. Mine were mostly from Coach but today I am sharing my new favorite: Louis Vuitton's Key Pouch. Instead of dorm keys and students IDs these days I use it as my wallet. It's so perfect to grab and go!

What I Got From the Stoney Clover Lane X Target Sale

Today I wanted to share all the Stoney Clover Lane X Target items I snagged during their sale on April 2nd. I can't believe how quickly things sold out!

Weekly Recap 4.4.22

 

Things I Bought From Amazon: March 2022

Peloton Tread Review: Everything You Need to Know!

After six months of owning the Peloton Tread I wanted to share my review. We're talking about everything! Cost, financing available, delivery times, equipment, safety features, classes, and whether I think it's worth all the hype. Let's get to it!

Why, How, and What I learned when I went Vegetarian for a Month

Hi everyone! I recently challenged myself to live a vegetarian lifestyle for the month of February. In case anyone may be interested in trying the same thing I wanted to share a little bit about my experience, why I did it, what I ate, and anything takeaways or lessons I learned.

Disney Princess 5K - A Virtual PR

Friday Faves: February

 
I wanted to share some favorites of the month. I love watching YouTube videos where people share their favorite books, music, movies, activities, etc. Let's get into it!

February Check-In & Taking on a New Challenge

Hey everyone. I know it's been a long time since my last monthly check-in but let's get started again shall we?

Tips & Tricks for Stitching MCG Textiles Thomas Kinkade Disney Dreams Collection Cross Stitch

 

After recently finishing what has been the longest and largest cross stitch project that I have ever tackled, I wanted to share some lessons learned and specific tips for anyone completing large cross stitch projects and specifically anyone working on one of the Thomas Kinkade Disney Dreams patterns.