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6 Essential Makeup Brushes

Have you heard the saying “you’re only as good as your tools”? In some ways I think that can be an accurate sentiment, and when it comes to makeup brushes… Read More

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5 Hair Products I Used All Summer (and won’t stop using this fall)

The Lake Placid water was kind to my hair. It styled easily, the frizz was almost nonexistent, and it felt clean and shiny even without any product added. Whether I… Read More

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Our Bright and Airy Kitchen

I’m so excited to share my updated kitchen with you today! You can read my original Kitchen Tour Blog post here if you want to see where we started. When we… Read More

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It’s 2026 and we got a landline.

So, we got a landline. You may be wondering why, which is a totally valid question! It’s 2026–everyone has a cell phone! We’re doing our best to hold off until… Read More

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The Raleigh Restaurant’s To Try

It has been way too long since I did a recap of some of my favorite Raleigh spots! I’ve been to plenty of newer spots and have some recommendations for… Read More

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Green Crush

One.  Two.  Three.  Four.  Five.  Six.  Seven.  Eight.  Nine.  Ten.  Eleven.  Twelve.  Thirteen.  Fourteen.  Fifteen.  Sixteen.  Seventeen. I’ve been especially drawn to green lately – olive, moss, and those earthy shades that are easy to… Read More

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    Everything I’ve Bought and LOVED from Target Recently

    Everything I’m wearing above is from Target! I have struck gold with Target finds recently, so take a peek at the things I’ve bought and loved below! Straight-leg jeans – the “dark wash” is more of a medium in my opinion, but color aside, they are a perfect straight-leg style that works all the time.…

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  • links + small things
    links + small things

    Our temperatures dipped a bit yesterday and I wore a SWEATER! OUTSIDE! It was incredible. I’m sure we will bump back up to the 80’s soon enough, but it was a thrill to see my kids riding their bikes in sweatshirts up and down our street. They were happy for the break from the heat…

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  • Everything I’ve Bought and LOVED from Target Recently
    the latest

    Everything I’ve Bought and LOVED from Target Recently

    Everything I’m wearing above is from Target! I have struck gold with Target finds recently, so take a peek at the things I’ve bought and loved below! Straight-leg jeans – the “dark wash” is more of a medium in my opinion, but color aside, they are a perfect straight-leg style that works all the time. Mock neck tank top – this looks so chic with a simple pair of jeans and flats. I love a mock neck so much! Dark blue canvas jacket – looks much more expensive than it actually is. Blue oversized bag – it’s such a…

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