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2016: A Year in Review

THOUGHTS
One of my favorite things to do at the end of each year is write down all the things I did and flip through pictures. I love reliving all the memories. 2016 will be memorable for many things but especially for seizing opportune moments and traveling. 2016 was also a special year for me because I feel like I finally found myself. I have a job I love. I made some neat friends. I started a really fun volunteer placement through Junior League and have...
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Faux Fur + OTK Boots

Holiday Outfits
Sweater: BP | Faux Fur: Revolve | OTK Boots: Halogen | Lip: NARS | Bag: Kelly Wynne Hi there! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas! I’m feeling the usual post-Christmas melancholy… but I’m happy to be home in Chicago in my pajamas sipping coffee in my parents bed next to my mom who is reading. I have made zero plans for the week and I love waking up each morning with an open day. It’s so relaxing.
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Last Minute Gift Ideas & Christmas Traditions

HOLIDAY•THOUGHTS
Well here it is, the final countdown to Christmas! Three days to go! We’re flying to Chicago tomorrow where my family will all be together for Christmas for the first time in several years. I cannot wait! We’re even heading to my Aunt’s house for Christmas dinner which was annual childhood tradition and I am so excited. Who knows when the next time will be that we’ll all celebrate Christmas together. If you’re stressing about some last minute gifts and can’t think of...
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Cozy Plaid Scarf and Kelly Wynne

OUTFITS
“There’s Six pink peppermints til Christmas! And there are lots and lots of things we need to doooo” …Ten points if you can sing the rest of this chorus! Ohhhhh it brings me right back to my elementary years… Six days, guys! We can do it! On the agenda for today I’ve got a fitness class, an errand or two to run, and lots of thank you notes to write. You can bet my Nest holiday candle is lit and Bing...
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Jack Frost Nipping at Your Nose

HAPPINESS SERIES
   Happiness continues into December and I’m thankful for the holiday cheer & merriment that shines with the season.  I hope you all take a moment to step away from the hustle and bustle to relax and reflect on this year’s blessings. Cheers! These are a few of my favorite things!  1.Red, Green, Gold, Sparkle, & Festive Colors 2. Bing Crosby bacon & egg mornings and my new Holiday candle from Nest 3. Husband in his green robe &...
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A Very Merry Blogger Christmas

Holiday Outfits
Cheers to the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Hi there friends! I hope you had an awesome weekend. Mine was super festive and I got to spend some quality time with other local ATX bloggers both on Friday night (doing this shoot) and at a holiday party at my house on Sunday. I invited a few other girls over and had so much fun introducing friends from different parts of my life to one another! ‘Tis the Seas… I...
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Festive Christmas Home Decor

Holiday Decor•OUR HOME
Brrrrrr. It’s chilly in Austin. And I kind of love it! It helps me get into the Christmas spirit. And I really miss Chicago this time of year so when it’s a bit chilly, I feel like I’m at home. Plus my new winter jacket arrived and I’m excited to wear it! I’m hosting a little Holiday get together this weekend for some blogger babes and a few gals I’ve met through Junior League and I can’t wait! It...
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SAOR Perfume– the perfect Holiday Gift!

Collages
Hi Friends! I hope you had a lovely weekend! It’s been raining today and all I want to do is crawl back into bed with my coffee and book. But there’s too much I need to do! It’s been a chaotic December so far with volunteering, work, blogging events, showers, shopping, and upcoming travel, but we sure have been enjoying this crazy Christmas season :) Tonight we are heading to 20’s-themed Bourbon Ball with friends! I can’t wait! I just hopped...
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Holiday Gift Guide for Her!

Gift Guides
December at last… We can finally jam out to our favorite Christmas tunes and deck out our house with lights without anyone judging anymore… ‘Tis the Season! (I love saying that). Has anyone started their holiday shopping? I usually shop in November and throughout the year if I find something that’s perfect for a family member or friend, but there are always a few things to pick up in December. We do Secret Santa in our families, so we don’t...
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Dear Holiday Season…

HOLIDAY•THOUGHTS
Dear Thanksgiving week, days off with no plans, Pumpkin Pie and Stuffing… thank you for being you. For being a reminder of gratitude, for an opportunity to spend time with family, and for making me happy… I sure enjoyed a whole week of family. Dear Holiday Lights and Christmas trees… welcome back. I’m so happy to see you! Please shine bright and sparkle this whole festive season… we need it! Dear Palmer & Bowie… snuggle sessions and calm playing will...
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