• DIY Outdoor Sectional Couch

    Fall always brings to mind very specific thoughts: hot chai tea lattes, cozy sweaters, snuggling around a bonfire or wrapped up in a blanket on our patio. Over the summer while working on putting together a comfortable and fun patio to hang out on we realized we needed to have adequate seating for the large parties we host throughout the summer and fall. What better seating than an outdoor sectional couch?! A new patio set easily runs $2,000-$3,000 which seemed outrageous to me so I looked into what it would take to build a DIY outdoor sectional from scratch. About a week later I created this! Here it is in all its pillow…

  • This Week’s Top 5

    While summer feels like it is quickly slipping away, there are things I am just not ready to let go of.  Here are the top 5 things that I am loving this week and am holding on to tightly as summer is not gone yet! 1. The Summer Dress ‘Renley’ Lace Fit & Flare Dress This dress is light, airy, and a beautiful color.  As the cooler temperatures set in this could easily transition to fall with some knit tights and a sweater. 2. The Go-To Summer Food   Via MyRecipes Taking out the grill and serving up some burgers is always a summer favorite for our family.  What I love about this…

  • This Week’s Top 5

    Hello everyone, I hope you are enjoying your summer as I am!  I wanted to share my top 5 things I am crushing on this week.  Each week I like to cover some of the things that have caught my eye over the past couple of days and am absolutely dreaming about.  Remember to keep your goals and dreams in front of you and I encourage you to go through magazines, Pinterest, and blogs to find things that you love. In no particular order: 1.  The Watch  Michael Kors Chain Bracelet Chronograph Watch, 38mm $225.00 You know when you put together an outfit and are ready to accessorize, then realize you cannot decide between wearing…

  • This Week’s Top 5

    Hello everyone and happy Thursday!  As I peeked through the internet this week there were some really great things that I absolutely love.  In no particular order here are the top 5 things that I have been obsessing over this past week. 1. The Maxi Dress: Printed Maxi Dress $78.00 Love that this dress is simple yet so pretty.  Great for summer days out shopping or lunch with the kids. 2. The Tote: Halogen Graphic Tote $78.00 During the summer I always default to a tote because I find myself carrying more things such as sunscreen, camera, sunglasses, and my iPad.  This tote is great because since it is neutral it will go with…

  • Memorial Day and the Start of Something New

    What better place to start the chronicles of my family along with projects, events, and more on a weekend that is so full of meaning and remembrance than Memorial Day weekend.   Like many families around the country we used the weekend to spend time with family, enjoy the outdoors, and eat great food.  However, we especially used the weekend to think about those who have sacrificed their lives for the freedoms of our country and those who continue to serve.   I was raised by a dad who not only taught me the importance of respecting those who have fought for our blessed country but also showed me with his continued service in the…