I love getting festive for any holiday, I’m sure you know that about me by now ;) My favorite wardrobe is a summer wardrobe so obviously the 4th of July and the other summer holidays are my favorites to dress for. I love all of these piece for 4th of July weekend but also for all summer long. They are perfect for BBQs, summer nights at the beach, pool days,

A little while ago I went to Murray's Cheese Bar with some friends and had the best mac and cheese that I've had in a LONG LONG time. That maybe doesn't sound like a big deal but I LOVE mac and cheese and am kind of a mac

Long Beach Island (aka LBI) is such a special place to me. My mom fell in love with the island when she was a teenager and went there with her friend. During the summers when she was in college and grad school she would rent a ‘hut’ (as she calls it) and waitress down there. I

If I’ve hosted you recently then you’ve had this and if we have plans together coming up, just get ready haha. It’s SO easy, light, and delicious. Its the perfect thing to bring to a BBQ this summer because you can just throw a lid on it

This past weekend I swapped out my closet for my spring/summer clothes (yes, I am a 29 year old child who still stores my off season clothes at my mom’s house because #apartmentliving). I kept 1 of my winter coats in order to not be totally irresponsible but I am s

Last weekend I went to my family’s beach house, which has always been my favorite place on Earth. It’s now also the place where my dad took his last breath. Every adorable mermaid-clad corner now also has a shadow of the insane heart break

I feel like I eat a lot of the same foods but I am constantly mixing up the WAY that I eat them. Lentils and chickpeas are definitely frequented ingredients because there are only so many plant based, lean proteins out there. I decided to stuff some

A couple of years ago Jay and I started doing a ‘check in’ for our marriage in what I call our Annual Marriage Review. I know…the name is intense and sterile and sounds so formal. However, it’s really not that serious and is actually something that I look forward to

Shopbop’s big sale is here and its the perfect time to stock up on Spring/Summer wardrobe pieces! I know that the items that Shopbop carries can be pricier so I kept all of my picks to items under $100. Its the perfect time to get the sandals, shorts, and other

A little bit ago I asked on my Instagram stories what you guys are currently searching for and was shocked how many people said bathing suits! It’s never too early to start dreaming of warmer weather. In fact, I think its a bit of a lifeline for these winter months! I know a lot

Spring Break is just around the corner! Isn’t it funny to think about what Spring Break means as a kid versus a college student versus a parent? I actually met my husband on (actually on the plane to) the MOST college Spring

I’ve been wanting to try Shirataki noodles for a while because they are almost zero calorie noodle substitutes. However, I’ve heard how they smell so bad and can taste bad so I was wary to try them. I heard that the key to them not smelling bad is to rinse them really,

Here is a makeup free, edit free, harsh AF lighting photo for today’s skin care routine post. My skin is obviously far from perfect. However, I put a lot of effort into taking great care of it and I feel like it loves me back when

Oh 2018, how I would love to forget the tragedy and pain that you brought. And yet, I don’t want to forget you because you were the last year that I got to sit in my dad’s presence. My legs are split open over the line of

My mom has the most perfect (natural) teeth on the planet. I remember being a kid and being amazed at how white and straight they were. Even before I really valued it, I knew that it was special. After all, its hard not to notice

Don’t get me wrong, I love making Christmas cookies. I like making different kinds so there’s an assortment. I always think it’s fun for a group of people to try a selection of foods and talk about their favorite items and

This time of year makes me want to have all the hot drinks! It’s alsp probably the biggest drinking season of all. I thought I would combine the two and make a hot cocktail. I made this for some of my friends when they