It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health started spiraling. 💔

A year ago today, I was at work when my heart rate suddenly spiked so high that I became extremely dizzy and shaky and genuinely thought I was going to pass out. I went to the ER afterward just to be safe, and of course… everything looked “normal.” My EKG was normal. They could see that my heart rate had spiked, but they couldn’t tell me why.

Little did I know that one scary episode would turn into a daily battle with unexplained symptoms. Fast forward one year and I’m dealing with even worse symptoms, including frequent heart rate spikes, dizziness, shakiness/tremors, fatigue, and so much more. And the hardest part? I STILL DON’T HAVE ANSWERS.

I can’t even work anymore. I’ve spent months waiting for appointments, getting test after test, waiting for results, and hoping that this will finally be the thing that explains what’s happening… only to end up with more questions.

And honestly? I feel crazy sometimes. Not because I think this is all in my head, but because it’s incredibly hard to keep telling people how badly you feel when test after test doesn’t give you an answer. 😭

It’s been a really rough week emotionally, and I’m having a hard time dealing with all of this. I feel like I’m constantly taking one step forward and two steps back. How long am I going to have to wait before I finally have answers? How much longer until I can start feeling like myself and actually live my life again?

I’m so tired of waiting. I’m tired of being passed from appointment to appointment. I’m tired of having no real help in the meantime. And I’m tired of feeling like I have to fight so hard just to be heard. 💔 I’m trying so hard to let go, trust God, and believe that there’s a reason for all of this… but y’all, IS IT HARD. 😢

I’m praying that after this past year, I’m finally getting closer to some answers. Until then, I’m just taking it one day at a time. If you’re also living with unexplained symptoms, chronic illness, POTS symptoms, tremors, dizziness, heart rate spikes, or a long diagnostic journey, please know you’re not alone. ❤️Here’s to hoping year two looks very different from year one!
Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer collecting dust! 🐚🤍 TURN THEM INTO WALL ART INSTEAD!

If you’re anything like me, you come home from every beach trip with a pocketful of seashells and absolutely no idea what to do with them. 😂 So I turned mine into this easy DIY seashell wall decor and I’m OBSESSED with how it turned out!

All you need is:
🐚 Seashells
🤍 A small canvas
🔥 Hot glue
🎨 White spray paint
🪵 Optional wood trim for a frame

I love that you can customize this with shells from your favorite beach trip, making it such a sweet way to preserve those vacation memories. And the neutral white + wood combination makes it work with almost any home decor style!

You could even make a whole gallery wall with shells from different beaches you’ve visited! 🥹🌊

Save this DIY for your next beach vacation! And if you have a stash of seashells at home, this is your sign to finally DO something with them. 😂🐚

I have the full step-by-step tutorial on the blog! Comment “SHELLS” and I’ll send you the link! 🤍

#seashell #seashelldecor #coastaldecor #seashellart #coastaldecorating
Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has b Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has been hanging out in here ALL YEAR and I just never noticed it. 🤣

Tell me I’m not the only one who does this?! I swear every time I switch out my seasonal home decor, I find at least ONE random piece from months ago that somehow survived the decor rotation. 😂

Fall decorating is officially underway over here, but apparently Christmas wanted one last cameo. 🎄😂

Please tell me I’m not alone! 👇🏼

#failvideos #failvideo #falldecorating #falldecor #relatablecontent
🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try t 🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try this pumpkin pecan bread! 🎃🍂

There’s nothing I love more than a cozy pumpkin dessert recipe in the fall, and this pumpkin pecan bread is seriously heavenly! 🤤🍁

It’s soft, moist, full of warm pumpkin spice flavor, and packed with crunchy pecans. Plus, it’s SO easy to make and pairs perfectly with a hot cup of coffee. ☕️🎃

And honestly… it can totally double as breakfast OR dessert, so you really can’t go wrong! 🤣

Save this one for your next fall baking day! 🍂 And if you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻
#pumpkinbread #pumpkinbreadrecipe #fallbaking #pumpkinrecipes #pumpkinrecipe
Y’all KNOW I absolutely love me some Antique Candl Y’all KNOW I absolutely love me some Antique Candle Co., and when I saw they brought back their viral glass pumpkin jar candle this year—but in the prettiest amber glass jar—I was SOLD. 😍🍂

It’s basically the perfect fall candle + cozy home decor all in one! And the best part? Once you finish the candle, you can reuse the amber pumpkin jar for candy, flowers, decor, or whatever your heart desires. 🙌🏻

And if you need this amber glass pumpkin candle in your life too, you can use my code MACEDONIA20 for 20% OFF! 🎃🤎

Comment “CANDLE” below and I’ll send you the link! 👇🏻

#pumpkincandle #amberglass #amberglow #soycandles #soycandlesforsale
🍎 Got apples that need to be used up? MAKE THIS. 👀 🍎 Got apples that need to be used up? MAKE THIS. 👀☕️

I had a few apples sitting around that needed to be used, so I whipped up this easy apple cinnamon coffee cake and y’all… it did NOT disappoint! 😋🍎

It’s soft, moist, loaded with cozy cinnamon and apple flavor, and SO easy to make. And honestly, I’ll never say no to a good sheet cake recipe because the easier the better! 🙌🏻

I also made it in my @caraway_home baking pan, which I swear by because nothing sticks and cleanup is always a breeze! 🤌🏻 You can use my code MORNINGS ONMACEDONIA for 10% off if you want to try their bakeware too!

If you’re looking for an easy apple dessert, apple cinnamon cake, fall baking recipe, or simple coffee cake recipe, you NEED to try this one. 🍂🍎

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you the full recipe! 👇🏻

#applecake #coffeecake #appledessert #falldesserts #applerecipes
Y’all, I’m asking for some extra prayers today. ❤️ Y’all, I’m asking for some extra prayers today. ❤️ Today is finally MRI day. They’re checking my brain and my cervical and lumbar spine, and I’m praying this is one step closer to finally getting some answers about what’s been going on with me.

At this point, they’re looking into possibilities like Chiari malformation, MS, or something else entirely. And honestly… I have no idea what these MRIs are going to show.

I think one of the scariest parts is the possibility that they could come back “normal” and I’ll STILL have no answers. Because when you’ve been dealing with symptoms for so long, you almost start questioning yourself and wondering, “Am I actually crazy?” 😜

I obviously don’t want them to find anything serious, but at the same time, I NEED them to find something that can explain why I’ve been feeling the way I have. If you’ve ever been stuck in that horrible limbo of “I know something is wrong, but I don’t know what”, you know exactly what I mean.

So today I’m praying for clear answers, good news, and hopefully a diagnosis and treatment plan that can finally help me move forward. 🙏🏼 And I’m REALLY hoping I don’t have to wait forever for those MRI results either because the waiting is absolutely brutal.

It’s been such a stressful and exhausting journey, and I’m just ready to get this part OVER WITH. 😭

If you’re the praying kind, I’d appreciate one today. ❤️ And if you’ve been following along through all of this, thank you for being here. It means more than you know.

Now excuse me while I romanticize my fall coffee station and pretend everything is fine. 😂☕️🍁

#fallcoffee #chiarimalformation #multiplesclerosis #chiari #mri
🍎 If “tastes like fall” were a cookie, it would be 🍎 If “tastes like fall” were a cookie, it would be THESE. 🍪🍂

I’m officially in my fall baking era, so prepare yourselves because I have a lot of cozy, delicious fall desserts coming your way! 😂🤎

I made these easy apple cider cookies last year and they were SUCH a hit. They’re soft, delicious, packed with cozy apple cider flavor, and honestly taste like fall in every bite. 🍎🍂 Plus, they’re super simple to make—which is exactly what I want in a fall dessert!

And if you know me, you know apple desserts are my weakness, so please excuse me while I spend the entire season making every apple recipe I can possibly think of. 😂

If you’re looking for an easy fall cookie recipe, apple cider dessert, or cozy baking recipe, you NEED to try these!

🍎 Want the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇

#applecider #applecookies #falldesserts #appleseason #appledessert
There’s NOTHING I love more than pulling out my co There’s NOTHING I love more than pulling out my cozy fall bedding every season! 🍂🤎 I swear I sleep better when my bedroom is decorated for fall. 😂 There’s just something about the warm colors, cozy blankets, soft textures, and all the fall bedroom decor that makes bedtime feel extra special. 🥹🍁

If you love cozy home decor, fall decorating, and creating a warm and inviting bedroom, this is your sign to switch out that bedding! 🛏️✨

Do you change your bedding and bedroom decor for the seasons too?! 🍂👇

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6kNMB

#fallbedroom #cozyfall #fallbedding #cozybedroom #fallhomedecor
🚨 DRESS SALE ALERT 🚨 One of my favorite Pink Lily 🚨 DRESS SALE ALERT 🚨 One of my favorite Pink Lily dresses is on MAJOR SALE TODAY ONLY! 😍👗

Use code “DRESS35” to get 35% OFF ALL DRESSES at Pink Lily! 🙌🏼

If you’ve been looking for cute dresses, affordable dresses, summer dresses, or new fall transition pieces, this is your sign to stock up! 😉 This dress is seriously SO cute, and there are tons of other adorable styles on their site too!

🛍️ 35% OFF ALL DRESSES
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Don’t wait on this one because the sale won’t last! 💕 Which dress would you grab?!

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6kZh5

#pinklily #pinklilystyle #pinklilyboutique #dresssale #summerdresses
This is your sign to make a savory s’mores board b This is your sign to make a savory s’mores board before summer officially ends! 🧀🔥 And yes, you can get everything you need through @hungryroot!

I grabbed everything for this easy summer appetizer board with my latest Hungryroot order, and it turned out SO good! It was the perfect easy dinner idea for a summer night, especially when you want something fun, low-effort, and packed with flavor.

One of my favorite things about Hungryroot is how much easier they make mealtime. When I don’t have the time or energy to cook an elaborate dinner, I can still put together something delicious without all the planning, grocery shopping, and prep. 🙌

And because I know I’m not the only one who needs easy, low-energy meal ideas, I even created a Low Energy, High Flavor Cookbook with Hungryroot featuring some of my favorite simple recipes! 🥰

Want the savory s’mores board recipe + my Low Energy, High Flavor Cookbook?
👇🏻 Comment HUNGRYROOT and I’ll send everything your way!

PLUS, you can use code CHARITY40 for 40% off your first Hungryroot box + a FREE gift! 🎁

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6kVge

#smores #savorysmores #hungryroot #hungryrootrecipes #smoresrecipe
Hey @mutualofomaha I genuinely want to know how yo Hey @mutualofomaha I genuinely want to know how you think I can safely work as a dental hygienist with extremely noticeable hand tremors and shaking happening all the time.

How can my short-term disability claim be denied while saying I’m still capable of doing a job that requires me to use extremely sharp dental instruments underneath people’s gums every single day?

If I were your dental hygienist, would you feel comfortable trusting me to clean YOUR teeth while my hands are shaking like this? Because I don’t.

I’m not trying to get out of working. I’m trying to protect my patients and myself while I figure out what is happening to my body.

I’ve spent over 10 years working as a dental hygienist, and right now I physically struggle to hold my instruments and perform my job safely because of these tremors. I still don’t have answers or a diagnosis, and I’ve been waiting weeks for a brain MRI to hopefully help determine what’s going on.

But in the meantime, I’m expected to just go to work and continue using sharp instruments in people’s mouths like nothing is wrong?

This is so incredibly frustrating. I want to work. I WANT to be able to work. But I also want to be able to do my job safely and responsibly.

This is what happens when the healthcare system and disability insurance system fail people who are genuinely struggling to work.

If you’ve ever dealt with a denied short-term disability claim, disability insurance, chronic illness, unexplained symptoms, tremors, or being told you’re “fine” when you know something is wrong, I’d love to hear your experience. ❤️

#disabilityinsurance #dentalhygienist #tremors #disabilityclaim #mutualofomaha
POV: Your cat gets 14 hours of sleep a day but YOU POV: Your cat gets 14 hours of sleep a day but YOU’RE the one who’s exhausted. 😹😂

I just wish I could sleep as peacefully as Toby does for ONE night. Must be nice to have a life where your only responsibilities are deciding when it’s time for your next nap or when you’d like a little snack. 😴🐾

What a life that must be… I’m sure it’s absolutely EXHAUSTING. 🤣

And naturally, he has to get his beauty rest after stepping directly on my face at 3 AM to wake me up. Because apparently my sleep schedule is interfering with his. 😂

Cat life really is something else. 😹🐈‍⬛

#catlife #catmomproblems #funnycatvideos #funnycatvideo #catsofgram
PSA: If you want the best faux fall mums, don’t wa PSA: If you want the best faux fall mums, don’t wait… they sell out every single year! 🍂

I know it feels a little early to be thinking about fall decor, but trust me on this one! These realistic faux mums are one of my favorite outdoor fall decorating finds, and they always disappear fast.

Last year I finally swapped my real mums for faux mums, and I haven’t looked back! 🤎 I could never figure out how to keep real mums alive. Too much water? Not enough? Either way, mine never seemed to last more than a few weeks. 😅

Now I can decorate my front porch for fall with beautiful artificial mums that look incredibly real, save money in the long run, and I get to reuse them every single autumn. It’s honestly one of the best fall decor investments I’ve made!

So tell me… 🍁 Are you Team Real Mums or Team Faux Mums? I’d love to know which you prefer (and if you’ve actually mastered keeping real mums alive, please share your secrets! 😂)

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6ivGa

#fauxflowers #fallporch #fallflowers #mums #falldecor
I’m convinced homemade coffee just hits different I’m convinced homemade coffee just hits different ☕️🍎✨

I LOVE making my favorite Starbucks drinks at home because it saves money, is super easy to make, AND tastes just as delicious! 🙌🏼 This homemade Starbucks Apple Oatmilk Macchiato tastes just like the original and is the perfect cozy fall coffee recipe. 🍂🍏☕️

If you’re a Starbucks lover who loves an easy copycat recipe, you NEED to try this one! 😍

Do you make your own coffee drinks at home?! 👇🏼 If you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 💌
#starbuckscopycat #starbuckscopycatrecipe #macchiato #copycatrecipe #starbucksaddict
🎃 THE CHEAP DIY FALL DECOR HACK YOU NEED TO TRY! 🍂 🎃 THE CHEAP DIY FALL DECOR HACK YOU NEED TO TRY! 🍂

I’ve been seeing these viral amber glass pumpkin jars EVERYWHERE, and instead of spending a ton on them, I decided to make my own budget-friendly DIY version! 🙌🏻

I found these super cute amber pumpkin jars and added battery-operated tea lights inside, and y’all, I’m OBSESSED with the cozy glow! 🧡 They’re the perfect easy fall decor idea for adding that warm, moody amber glow to your home.

And honestly, I think I like this DIY version even better because the jars are still totally functional! If I decide to switch things up later, I can use them for Halloween candy, small treats, or other fall decorations. 🎃🍬

I’m convinced amber glass + fall decor = the coziest combination ever. 🍂🤎 There’s just something about that warm amber color that makes everything feel extra cozy!

Also, the cute dish towel in the background is from @loomloom.co and you can use my code “morningsonmacedonia15” to get 15% off anything! 😉

Would you try this easy DIY fall decor idea?! 👇🏻

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6kIwc

#pumpkincandle #pumpkincandles #diyfalldecor #diypumpkins #diyhalloween
I just made the cutest DIY Halloween sign with my I just made the cutest DIY Halloween sign with my @glowforge machine, and I honestly couldn’t wait any longer to start making spooky season crafts. This little spooky cute Halloween decor piece is so simple to make and would look adorable on a shelf, entry table, tiered tray, or anywhere around your home.

I’m definitely more of a cute Halloween decor girl than a scary Halloween decor girl. Give me ghosts, pumpkins, bats, and all the cozy fall vibes over haunted houses and jump scares any day! 🧡

So tell me… are you team spooky cute or team scary Halloween decor? 👇🏻 

#summerween #augtober #diyhalloween #spookycute #diyhalloweendecorations
Why do husbands suddenly develop selective vision Why do husbands suddenly develop selective vision when they get married?! 😂

Anyone else’s hubby like this?! Because explain to me how this man can spot a golf ball from 100+ yards away… but somehow can’t find the ketchup when it’s literally RIGHT IN FRONT OF HIS FACE in the fridge. 🤣

Apparently, he has 4K vision for golf and absolutely ZERO vision for anything I ask him to find. 😂

I guess when it comes to golf, he really knows how to lock in… but when it comes to finding something in the refrigerator? Suddenly he’s legally blind. 💀

Husband humor + marriage humor is truly unmatched. 😂 Tell me I’m not the only one married to a man with selective blindness! 👀

#husbandhumor #golfhumor #husbandwifejokes #husbandwifecomedy #golfing
POV: You’re overwhelmed, so naturally you decide t POV: You’re overwhelmed, so naturally you decide to bake something completely from scratch… because adding more work to your plate seems like a GREAT idea. 🤣🍰

I like to tell myself that baking is therapeutic for me, and sometimes it really is! But other times, I’m already in the middle of 17 things and somehow decide that this is the perfect moment to make a homemade dessert from scratch. 😂

Like… am I stress baking or just creating additional stress for myself?! 😜

But honestly, I really do love baking. There’s just something about measuring ingredients, mixing everything together, and ending up with something delicious that makes all the chaos feel worth it. 🤎

Please tell me I’m not the only one who uses baking as therapy and then immediately regrets how much work I just created for myself. 😂👇

#stressbaking #bakingtherapy #homebaking  #bakingfromscratch #falldesserts
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Valentines Day Wooden Craft Ideas

Y’all know I am all about finding easy DIY projects to do. Especially for seasonal decor such as Valentine’s Day. So today I thought I would share with you all my Valentines Day wooden craft ideas. I’ve made a few fun ones this season and I am hoping it will give you some ideas when it comes to wood crafts.

These adorable Valentine crafts would make for perfect gift for someone you love as well. I’ll be using my amazing Glowforge Aura machine to make these easy crafts and I will share below just how easy it is to do. And the best part is that these crafts do not require a high skill level or master woodworking skills at all to complete either.

DIY Valentine's Day Crafts

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DIY Valentine’s Day Earrings

Y’all know one of my absolute favorite things to make with my Aura machine is wooden earrings. And the best part is I can usually use up pieces of my scrap wood to make these earrings as well. They are small in size, so they don’t require a lot of space!

To make them, I just found a design I liked in the Glowforge software, and then printed them out. I also used Gorilla Tape to get rid of the masking tape on the wood pieces after they were printed out.

DIY Painted Earrings
Painting With Acrylic Markers
DIY Earrings
DIY Valentines Day Earrings
Painted Wooden Valentines Day Earrings

Then, for the fun part, I decided to paint them using these fun acrylic paint pens. This set I got has every color you could possibly imagine. And the pens have a bigger tip and a fine tip for more detail work. Which makes painting small earrings like this much easier! 

I think these acrylic paint pens need to be one of your staples when it comes to your craft supplies! For the earrings, I did a few coats each and then let them dry about 20 minutes in between before adding the new coat. 

Finished DIY Wooden Valentines Earrings

After the paint was dry, I added on some jewelry hooks to make them wearable and that’s it! The finished product looks so cute! If you wanted to make these even easier and leave the earrings more neutral, you don’t even have to paint them! The unfinished wood look to these valentine earrings are super pretty too! 

Wooden Valentines Day Earrings
Wooden Valentines Earrings

You could keep these for yourself, or give them out as Valentine’s gifts too. How fun would these be to give out as Galentine’s Day party favors for all your girlfriends?!

DIY Valentine’s Day Recipe Board

Another fun Valentine’s Day craft is this cute little DIY recipe board I made. You may remember in the past I shared all about how to make laser engraved mini recipe boards. And this is basically the same idea.

Although, I just used a regular font for it and didn’t scan in someone’s actual handwriting. But, you totally could to make it an even more special Valentine’s Day gift for a loved one! That would be an incredible homemade gift for sure!

DIY Valentine's Day Wooden Recipe Board

But anyways, to make this, I just found some mini recipe boards and then masked them with tape. After that, I placed them in my Glowforge machine and engraved the “Recipe For Love” on the board. I also had extra scrap wood laying around and cut out a little heart too.

Then, I paint the heart and removed all the extra masking tape from the board once it was done printing. Once my little heart was dry, I glued it onto the board using some hot glue.

The finishing touch was to add a themed ribbon on top of the board as well. I absolutely love this new Valentine’s Day decor piece I made, and it looks perfect on a tiered tray for display! 

DIY Valentine’s Day Place Settings

Another adorable Valentine’s Day craft idea is to make these super cute word place settings. This project probably took the longest, just because I had to print out a total of 6 different place settings for it. And each place setting had different sweet messages on it, so not one is the same! 

​I thought about painting these place settings too once they were done printing, but decided they looked perfect just the way they were! The unfinished wood looks great against my DIY stained paper hearts in my opinion too! 

These DIY place settings were the perfect touch to celebrating this romantic holiday with your loved ones. Especially if you are planning on staying in and cooking a romantic meal together like we are too! 

DIY Valentine's Day Wooden Place Settings

I hope you enjoyed all these easy wooden valentine’s day crafts I shared and I hope you are able to make some yourself too. And this is your sign if you were considering getting a Glowforge Aura machine, to do so now!!

You can do so many fun Valentine’s Day craft ideas, as well as even other holiday imaginable too! And you can make everything according to your own personal taste too!

So be sure to check it out more if you are considering it, and please let me know if you have any questions at all! Have a happy Valentine’s Day my friends and have fun crafting!

Valentine's Day Wooden Craft Ideas

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  1. Molly | Transatlantic Notes says

    February 13, 2024 at 12:04 pm

    I love these craft ideas for Valentine’s Day; they all look so beautiful! I think something like this would be so fun to share with my husband.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      February 22, 2024 at 11:54 pm

      Yes, doing crafts together would be a fun date night at home activity for sure!

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It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health started spiraling. 💔

A year ago today, I was at work when my heart rate suddenly spiked so high that I became extremely dizzy and shaky and genuinely thought I was going to pass out. I went to the ER afterward just to be safe, and of course… everything looked “normal.” My EKG was normal. They could see that my heart rate had spiked, but they couldn’t tell me why.

Little did I know that one scary episode would turn into a daily battle with unexplained symptoms. Fast forward one year and I’m dealing with even worse symptoms, including frequent heart rate spikes, dizziness, shakiness/tremors, fatigue, and so much more. And the hardest part? I STILL DON’T HAVE ANSWERS.

I can’t even work anymore. I’ve spent months waiting for appointments, getting test after test, waiting for results, and hoping that this will finally be the thing that explains what’s happening… only to end up with more questions.

And honestly? I feel crazy sometimes. Not because I think this is all in my head, but because it’s incredibly hard to keep telling people how badly you feel when test after test doesn’t give you an answer. 😭

It’s been a really rough week emotionally, and I’m having a hard time dealing with all of this. I feel like I’m constantly taking one step forward and two steps back. How long am I going to have to wait before I finally have answers? How much longer until I can start feeling like myself and actually live my life again?

I’m so tired of waiting. I’m tired of being passed from appointment to appointment. I’m tired of having no real help in the meantime. And I’m tired of feeling like I have to fight so hard just to be heard. 💔 I’m trying so hard to let go, trust God, and believe that there’s a reason for all of this… but y’all, IS IT HARD. 😢

I’m praying that after this past year, I’m finally getting closer to some answers. Until then, I’m just taking it one day at a time. If you’re also living with unexplained symptoms, chronic illness, POTS symptoms, tremors, dizziness, heart rate spikes, or a long diagnostic journey, please know you’re not alone. ❤️Here’s to hoping year two looks very different from year one!
Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer collecting dust! 🐚🤍 TURN THEM INTO WALL ART INSTEAD!

If you’re anything like me, you come home from every beach trip with a pocketful of seashells and absolutely no idea what to do with them. 😂 So I turned mine into this easy DIY seashell wall decor and I’m OBSESSED with how it turned out!

All you need is:
🐚 Seashells
🤍 A small canvas
🔥 Hot glue
🎨 White spray paint
🪵 Optional wood trim for a frame

I love that you can customize this with shells from your favorite beach trip, making it such a sweet way to preserve those vacation memories. And the neutral white + wood combination makes it work with almost any home decor style!

You could even make a whole gallery wall with shells from different beaches you’ve visited! 🥹🌊

Save this DIY for your next beach vacation! And if you have a stash of seashells at home, this is your sign to finally DO something with them. 😂🐚

I have the full step-by-step tutorial on the blog! Comment “SHELLS” and I’ll send you the link! 🤍

#seashell #seashelldecor #coastaldecor #seashellart #coastaldecorating
Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has b Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has been hanging out in here ALL YEAR and I just never noticed it. 🤣

Tell me I’m not the only one who does this?! I swear every time I switch out my seasonal home decor, I find at least ONE random piece from months ago that somehow survived the decor rotation. 😂

Fall decorating is officially underway over here, but apparently Christmas wanted one last cameo. 🎄😂

Please tell me I’m not alone! 👇🏼

#failvideos #failvideo #falldecorating #falldecor #relatablecontent
🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try t 🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try this pumpkin pecan bread! 🎃🍂

There’s nothing I love more than a cozy pumpkin dessert recipe in the fall, and this pumpkin pecan bread is seriously heavenly! 🤤🍁

It’s soft, moist, full of warm pumpkin spice flavor, and packed with crunchy pecans. Plus, it’s SO easy to make and pairs perfectly with a hot cup of coffee. ☕️🎃

And honestly… it can totally double as breakfast OR dessert, so you really can’t go wrong! 🤣

Save this one for your next fall baking day! 🍂 And if you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻
#pumpkinbread #pumpkinbreadrecipe #fallbaking #pumpkinrecipes #pumpkinrecipe
Y’all KNOW I absolutely love me some Antique Candl Y’all KNOW I absolutely love me some Antique Candle Co., and when I saw they brought back their viral glass pumpkin jar candle this year—but in the prettiest amber glass jar—I was SOLD. 😍🍂

It’s basically the perfect fall candle + cozy home decor all in one! And the best part? Once you finish the candle, you can reuse the amber pumpkin jar for candy, flowers, decor, or whatever your heart desires. 🙌🏻

And if you need this amber glass pumpkin candle in your life too, you can use my code MACEDONIA20 for 20% OFF! 🎃🤎

Comment “CANDLE” below and I’ll send you the link! 👇🏻

#pumpkincandle #amberglass #amberglow #soycandles #soycandlesforsale
🍎 Got apples that need to be used up? MAKE THIS. 👀 🍎 Got apples that need to be used up? MAKE THIS. 👀☕️

I had a few apples sitting around that needed to be used, so I whipped up this easy apple cinnamon coffee cake and y’all… it did NOT disappoint! 😋🍎

It’s soft, moist, loaded with cozy cinnamon and apple flavor, and SO easy to make. And honestly, I’ll never say no to a good sheet cake recipe because the easier the better! 🙌🏻

I also made it in my @caraway_home baking pan, which I swear by because nothing sticks and cleanup is always a breeze! 🤌🏻 You can use my code MORNINGS ONMACEDONIA for 10% off if you want to try their bakeware too!

If you’re looking for an easy apple dessert, apple cinnamon cake, fall baking recipe, or simple coffee cake recipe, you NEED to try this one. 🍂🍎

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you the full recipe! 👇🏻

#applecake #coffeecake #appledessert #falldesserts #applerecipes
Y’all, I’m asking for some extra prayers today. ❤️ Y’all, I’m asking for some extra prayers today. ❤️ Today is finally MRI day. They’re checking my brain and my cervical and lumbar spine, and I’m praying this is one step closer to finally getting some answers about what’s been going on with me.

At this point, they’re looking into possibilities like Chiari malformation, MS, or something else entirely. And honestly… I have no idea what these MRIs are going to show.

I think one of the scariest parts is the possibility that they could come back “normal” and I’ll STILL have no answers. Because when you’ve been dealing with symptoms for so long, you almost start questioning yourself and wondering, “Am I actually crazy?” 😜

I obviously don’t want them to find anything serious, but at the same time, I NEED them to find something that can explain why I’ve been feeling the way I have. If you’ve ever been stuck in that horrible limbo of “I know something is wrong, but I don’t know what”, you know exactly what I mean.

So today I’m praying for clear answers, good news, and hopefully a diagnosis and treatment plan that can finally help me move forward. 🙏🏼 And I’m REALLY hoping I don’t have to wait forever for those MRI results either because the waiting is absolutely brutal.

It’s been such a stressful and exhausting journey, and I’m just ready to get this part OVER WITH. 😭

If you’re the praying kind, I’d appreciate one today. ❤️ And if you’ve been following along through all of this, thank you for being here. It means more than you know.

Now excuse me while I romanticize my fall coffee station and pretend everything is fine. 😂☕️🍁

#fallcoffee #chiarimalformation #multiplesclerosis #chiari #mri
🍎 If “tastes like fall” were a cookie, it would be 🍎 If “tastes like fall” were a cookie, it would be THESE. 🍪🍂

I’m officially in my fall baking era, so prepare yourselves because I have a lot of cozy, delicious fall desserts coming your way! 😂🤎

I made these easy apple cider cookies last year and they were SUCH a hit. They’re soft, delicious, packed with cozy apple cider flavor, and honestly taste like fall in every bite. 🍎🍂 Plus, they’re super simple to make—which is exactly what I want in a fall dessert!

And if you know me, you know apple desserts are my weakness, so please excuse me while I spend the entire season making every apple recipe I can possibly think of. 😂

If you’re looking for an easy fall cookie recipe, apple cider dessert, or cozy baking recipe, you NEED to try these!

🍎 Want the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇

#applecider #applecookies #falldesserts #appleseason #appledessert
There’s NOTHING I love more than pulling out my co There’s NOTHING I love more than pulling out my cozy fall bedding every season! 🍂🤎 I swear I sleep better when my bedroom is decorated for fall. 😂 There’s just something about the warm colors, cozy blankets, soft textures, and all the fall bedroom decor that makes bedtime feel extra special. 🥹🍁

If you love cozy home decor, fall decorating, and creating a warm and inviting bedroom, this is your sign to switch out that bedding! 🛏️✨

Do you change your bedding and bedroom decor for the seasons too?! 🍂👇

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#fallbedroom #cozyfall #fallbedding #cozybedroom #fallhomedecor
🚨 DRESS SALE ALERT 🚨 One of my favorite Pink Lily 🚨 DRESS SALE ALERT 🚨 One of my favorite Pink Lily dresses is on MAJOR SALE TODAY ONLY! 😍👗

Use code “DRESS35” to get 35% OFF ALL DRESSES at Pink Lily! 🙌🏼

If you’ve been looking for cute dresses, affordable dresses, summer dresses, or new fall transition pieces, this is your sign to stock up! 😉 This dress is seriously SO cute, and there are tons of other adorable styles on their site too!

🛍️ 35% OFF ALL DRESSES
🏷️ Code: DRESS35
⏰ TODAY ONLY

Don’t wait on this one because the sale won’t last! 💕 Which dress would you grab?!

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#pinklily #pinklilystyle #pinklilyboutique #dresssale #summerdresses
This is your sign to make a savory s’mores board b This is your sign to make a savory s’mores board before summer officially ends! 🧀🔥 And yes, you can get everything you need through @hungryroot!

I grabbed everything for this easy summer appetizer board with my latest Hungryroot order, and it turned out SO good! It was the perfect easy dinner idea for a summer night, especially when you want something fun, low-effort, and packed with flavor.

One of my favorite things about Hungryroot is how much easier they make mealtime. When I don’t have the time or energy to cook an elaborate dinner, I can still put together something delicious without all the planning, grocery shopping, and prep. 🙌

And because I know I’m not the only one who needs easy, low-energy meal ideas, I even created a Low Energy, High Flavor Cookbook with Hungryroot featuring some of my favorite simple recipes! 🥰

Want the savory s’mores board recipe + my Low Energy, High Flavor Cookbook?
👇🏻 Comment HUNGRYROOT and I’ll send everything your way!

PLUS, you can use code CHARITY40 for 40% off your first Hungryroot box + a FREE gift! 🎁

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#smores #savorysmores #hungryroot #hungryrootrecipes #smoresrecipe
Hey @mutualofomaha I genuinely want to know how yo Hey @mutualofomaha I genuinely want to know how you think I can safely work as a dental hygienist with extremely noticeable hand tremors and shaking happening all the time.

How can my short-term disability claim be denied while saying I’m still capable of doing a job that requires me to use extremely sharp dental instruments underneath people’s gums every single day?

If I were your dental hygienist, would you feel comfortable trusting me to clean YOUR teeth while my hands are shaking like this? Because I don’t.

I’m not trying to get out of working. I’m trying to protect my patients and myself while I figure out what is happening to my body.

I’ve spent over 10 years working as a dental hygienist, and right now I physically struggle to hold my instruments and perform my job safely because of these tremors. I still don’t have answers or a diagnosis, and I’ve been waiting weeks for a brain MRI to hopefully help determine what’s going on.

But in the meantime, I’m expected to just go to work and continue using sharp instruments in people’s mouths like nothing is wrong?

This is so incredibly frustrating. I want to work. I WANT to be able to work. But I also want to be able to do my job safely and responsibly.

This is what happens when the healthcare system and disability insurance system fail people who are genuinely struggling to work.

If you’ve ever dealt with a denied short-term disability claim, disability insurance, chronic illness, unexplained symptoms, tremors, or being told you’re “fine” when you know something is wrong, I’d love to hear your experience. ❤️

#disabilityinsurance #dentalhygienist #tremors #disabilityclaim #mutualofomaha
POV: Your cat gets 14 hours of sleep a day but YOU POV: Your cat gets 14 hours of sleep a day but YOU’RE the one who’s exhausted. 😹😂

I just wish I could sleep as peacefully as Toby does for ONE night. Must be nice to have a life where your only responsibilities are deciding when it’s time for your next nap or when you’d like a little snack. 😴🐾

What a life that must be… I’m sure it’s absolutely EXHAUSTING. 🤣

And naturally, he has to get his beauty rest after stepping directly on my face at 3 AM to wake me up. Because apparently my sleep schedule is interfering with his. 😂

Cat life really is something else. 😹🐈‍⬛

#catlife #catmomproblems #funnycatvideos #funnycatvideo #catsofgram
PSA: If you want the best faux fall mums, don’t wa PSA: If you want the best faux fall mums, don’t wait… they sell out every single year! 🍂

I know it feels a little early to be thinking about fall decor, but trust me on this one! These realistic faux mums are one of my favorite outdoor fall decorating finds, and they always disappear fast.

Last year I finally swapped my real mums for faux mums, and I haven’t looked back! 🤎 I could never figure out how to keep real mums alive. Too much water? Not enough? Either way, mine never seemed to last more than a few weeks. 😅

Now I can decorate my front porch for fall with beautiful artificial mums that look incredibly real, save money in the long run, and I get to reuse them every single autumn. It’s honestly one of the best fall decor investments I’ve made!

So tell me… 🍁 Are you Team Real Mums or Team Faux Mums? I’d love to know which you prefer (and if you’ve actually mastered keeping real mums alive, please share your secrets! 😂)

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#fauxflowers #fallporch #fallflowers #mums #falldecor
I’m convinced homemade coffee just hits different I’m convinced homemade coffee just hits different ☕️🍎✨

I LOVE making my favorite Starbucks drinks at home because it saves money, is super easy to make, AND tastes just as delicious! 🙌🏼 This homemade Starbucks Apple Oatmilk Macchiato tastes just like the original and is the perfect cozy fall coffee recipe. 🍂🍏☕️

If you’re a Starbucks lover who loves an easy copycat recipe, you NEED to try this one! 😍

Do you make your own coffee drinks at home?! 👇🏼 If you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 💌
#starbuckscopycat #starbuckscopycatrecipe #macchiato #copycatrecipe #starbucksaddict
🎃 THE CHEAP DIY FALL DECOR HACK YOU NEED TO TRY! 🍂 🎃 THE CHEAP DIY FALL DECOR HACK YOU NEED TO TRY! 🍂

I’ve been seeing these viral amber glass pumpkin jars EVERYWHERE, and instead of spending a ton on them, I decided to make my own budget-friendly DIY version! 🙌🏻

I found these super cute amber pumpkin jars and added battery-operated tea lights inside, and y’all, I’m OBSESSED with the cozy glow! 🧡 They’re the perfect easy fall decor idea for adding that warm, moody amber glow to your home.

And honestly, I think I like this DIY version even better because the jars are still totally functional! If I decide to switch things up later, I can use them for Halloween candy, small treats, or other fall decorations. 🎃🍬

I’m convinced amber glass + fall decor = the coziest combination ever. 🍂🤎 There’s just something about that warm amber color that makes everything feel extra cozy!

Also, the cute dish towel in the background is from @loomloom.co and you can use my code “morningsonmacedonia15” to get 15% off anything! 😉

Would you try this easy DIY fall decor idea?! 👇🏻

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#pumpkincandle #pumpkincandles #diyfalldecor #diypumpkins #diyhalloween
I just made the cutest DIY Halloween sign with my I just made the cutest DIY Halloween sign with my @glowforge machine, and I honestly couldn’t wait any longer to start making spooky season crafts. This little spooky cute Halloween decor piece is so simple to make and would look adorable on a shelf, entry table, tiered tray, or anywhere around your home.

I’m definitely more of a cute Halloween decor girl than a scary Halloween decor girl. Give me ghosts, pumpkins, bats, and all the cozy fall vibes over haunted houses and jump scares any day! 🧡

So tell me… are you team spooky cute or team scary Halloween decor? 👇🏻 

#summerween #augtober #diyhalloween #spookycute #diyhalloweendecorations
Why do husbands suddenly develop selective vision Why do husbands suddenly develop selective vision when they get married?! 😂

Anyone else’s hubby like this?! Because explain to me how this man can spot a golf ball from 100+ yards away… but somehow can’t find the ketchup when it’s literally RIGHT IN FRONT OF HIS FACE in the fridge. 🤣

Apparently, he has 4K vision for golf and absolutely ZERO vision for anything I ask him to find. 😂

I guess when it comes to golf, he really knows how to lock in… but when it comes to finding something in the refrigerator? Suddenly he’s legally blind. 💀

Husband humor + marriage humor is truly unmatched. 😂 Tell me I’m not the only one married to a man with selective blindness! 👀

#husbandhumor #golfhumor #husbandwifejokes #husbandwifecomedy #golfing
POV: You’re overwhelmed, so naturally you decide t POV: You’re overwhelmed, so naturally you decide to bake something completely from scratch… because adding more work to your plate seems like a GREAT idea. 🤣🍰

I like to tell myself that baking is therapeutic for me, and sometimes it really is! But other times, I’m already in the middle of 17 things and somehow decide that this is the perfect moment to make a homemade dessert from scratch. 😂

Like… am I stress baking or just creating additional stress for myself?! 😜

But honestly, I really do love baking. There’s just something about measuring ingredients, mixing everything together, and ending up with something delicious that makes all the chaos feel worth it. 🤎

Please tell me I’m not the only one who uses baking as therapy and then immediately regrets how much work I just created for myself. 😂👇

#stressbaking #bakingtherapy #homebaking  #bakingfromscratch #falldesserts

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