It’s been a while, I know. I could write a paragraph of excuses telling you how busy I’ve been and haven’t had time to blog… But instead I’ll be honest and admit that I haven’t had much to share. Work has been stressful and I make every attempt not to let it affect my home …
Even before we got engaged, my fiancé and I talked about getting married at a local courthouse. We questioned the idea of spending thousands of dollars on one day and figured we could do wiser things with our money. These wiser things included backpacking through Europe, making a down payment on a home, and a …
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I’d be lying to you if I told you I’m looking forward to going to work tomorrow. I constantly find myself wanting to start a nationwide petition for all weekends to last three days and I know several others who’d be eager to sign it. I’ve found that Mondays aren’t so bad if I prepare …
Happy Wednesday, I’ve got some great news! I teamed up with a team of fabulous bloggers and we’re giving away a gift card to everyone’s favorite store. That’s right, Target! How does a $160 shopping spree sound? You can add to your wardrobe, buy some groceries, or do what I do every time I step …
Happy Monday! It’s been a while since I’ve done a Music Monday and I just heard a song that I feel obligated to share. But first, let me offer my two-cents on the music industry. I’ve always admired those with a love for music who worked diligently to become musicians in today’s industry. It’s a …
Over the past month or so, I’ve been along for the ride on my fiancé’s hunt for a new car and we visited practically every dealership you can think of. Audi, BMW, Chevrolet, Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Land Rover, Mercedes, and the list continues. The Lincoln Motor Company, however, was not on our radar. To be …
This summer I have tons of idle time and with this time I’ve been plotting to update a couple of rooms at home. Aside from my plans to paint and redecorate the half bath, I am currently focused on creating the perfect gallery wall(s). I think one would look great in the entryway and/or my …
As an educator, I have the opportunity to engage in some pretty interesting conversations with my students. I find myself shocked at how much more advanced they are than I was at the age of eleven. Believe it or not, they have boyfriends and girlfriends already. Crazy right? It’s funny how I’m always one of …
I had a conversation with a friend the other day that really has me thinking about the importance of education. This friend, like many others, currently has a job that she is not passionate about and desires change. Unfortunately her ideal career is not one that she qualifies for on paper. She has been enrolled part-time …
Have you ever heard a song that made you imagine yourself in the music video for it? No? Oh. Well maybe that’s just me. For this week’s music share, I’m sharing the song I find myself jamming to on the regular.I’m pretty much obsessed with “Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran and I listen to …