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Feeling Overwhelmed

Peaceful Fall | photo via pinterest With the Holidays around the corner and the kids School schedules in full swing, I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. Don't get me wrong... busy is good, overwhelmed (not so good). So, I decided I needed to do something about this. Here are five (5) steps to get back on track... Don't let YOU overwhelm YOU. 1. CAPTURE IT Take the "overwhelm" out of your head and put it on a piece of paper, where you can distance yourself from it. Write down every task you can think of that you are worried about. 2. CHUNK IT Once you've done step one (capture it)... group your tasks into larger chunks. For … [Read more...]

Celebrate

Balloons | photo via tomkat studio Cake Plates | photo via tomkat studio I'm so excited to share the PARTY with you! My sweet friend Kim, from TomKat Studio- has been working really hard behind the scenes and "tomorrow" is her BIG reveal! Go to TomKat Studio and sign up for her email to be one of the first to know the news! I can't even stand it, I'm so excited for her, I don't think I'm going to be able to sleep tonight! Heehee, Happy Thursday!  … [Read more...]

Ghost Treats

S'Mores | photo via bloom designs Ghost Cupcakes | photo via the cupcake daily  Ghost Treat Bags | photo via craft o maniac Obsessing over these "SWEET" treats for a Halloween party! I am loving the Ghosties... These ideas are super easy for entertaining. Your telling your friends you thought of them and added a little extra touch to your festive party! Whether your party is large or small, these party treats are a perfect fit of either. They would also make a FUN Hostess gift if you are going to a Halloween party. Get ready for your SPOOKY day... Thanks for reading! … [Read more...]

Details of Pumpkin Carving

Lettered Pumpkins | photo via parents magazine Drilled Pumpkins | photo via martha stewart Traditional Pumpkin Faces | photo via travel shopa Carving pumpkins wasn't on my to-do list this year... Until, I saw these adorable styled pumpkins on Pinterest. I'm loving the dotted pumpkins that just let the light shine through. To get this FUN look, you take a drill and different drill bits from the garage work bench, hollow out your pumpkin as you would normally do. Decide on design... Small holes or large holes. You can even do a combination of both. Make sure your drill bit is secure in the drill, then start drilling out your holes. … [Read more...]

Host a Halloween Party

Great Ideas for Hosting a Halloween Party Bat | Cake Stand similar | Plates | Candle Bat Gummies | Rock Candy | Halloween Stick Candy | Lollipop  Fringe Garland | Cake Plate | Party Cups | Balloons  Are you hosting a Halloween party? Don't be SCARED to decorate... Here are a few really cute ideas! I'm completely obsessed with Orange, Black and White. Purples and Greens are popular as well however, I prefer the classic colors. Enjoy! … [Read more...]

Boo-Tee

Photo via August Ink  Photo via August Ink  Photo via August Ink  Photo via Johnston Style Isn't this the most adorable Halloween Tee? I just love it! My friend over at TomKat Studio sells this sweet "boo" TEE in her store. She also sells a cute "boo" PILLOW as well as a practical "boo" TOTE for trick or treating. I think this is perfect for Mama's trying to celebrate the Holiday. I'm not exactly sure what I'm wearing with mine, but I can assure you it will have Orange, White and Black with it. Hope you have a FUN week preparing for your upcoming Halloween Celebration! … [Read more...]

Inspired Retreat

Lodge Entrance  Welcome Sign  My Cabin  My Roommate and My Bed  Bridgeway  Southern Rockers  Sweet Porch Swings  Sorry, I haven't posted for a couple days- I have been out of town in Nashville. I'm happy to be home but the last couple of days I've been running around like a crazy lady (welcome home, right?) A week ago, I went to this AMAZING womens retreat called Inspired Retreat hosted by Amber Housley. Evins Mill was where the retreat was being held, nestled in the woods in a town called Smithville which is located right outside of Nashville, Tennessee. I attended the same … [Read more...]

Pink-O-Ween Dinner Party

Stripe Plate | Pink Napkin Favors For Your Friends Eeeeekk! Isn't this the cutest... Talented and amazing Courtney over at Pizzazzerie styled and designed this beautiful Tablescape. Her original Pink-O-Ween Dinner Party was a party to beneift the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Courtney's Grandmother & Mother-in-law are both breast cancer survivors. This was a cause very near and dear to her heart. She decided since October is breast cancer awareness month- she would update and restyle this sweet design. Photos via pizzazzerie- To check out Courtney's post and see her ideas click HERE. All the … [Read more...]

Fall Photo Shoot

I'm super excited to share with you these wonderful BEHIND THE SCENES phoots from Ellie's Fall photo shoot last week! Elena from My Everlasting Images captured the most amzing pictures. We had beautiful weather, and can I just say Ellie was GORGEOUS! Happy Fall Y'all- … [Read more...]

The History Of Brunching

I Love Brunching! Photo via food craft espresso I can safely say that it’s a city crazy about brunch. On weekend days, especially Sundays, people all over town go out for eggs, pancakes, and sandwiches. People who normally would never wait for a table at a restaurant shiver in the cold for an hour at the most happening spots. Even the most dingy, unspectacular pubs open up on Sunday mornings to serve scrambled eggs to bleary-eyed hipsters. Brunch can be a group affair with parents and friends, or even just a quiet breakfast between roommates where you re-hash the events of Saturday night. The word “brunch” is obviously made from the words … [Read more...]