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I officially made it through my first full week back to work after a month-long surgery leave, and whew… the post-op fatigue is NO joke.

Every evening has looked pretty much the same: clock out, soak my aching body in a scorching hot bath, grab my heating pad, put on my weighted eye mask, and immediately take a cat nap before I can even think about making dinner or doing anything around the house. 😴

I knew recovering from endometriosis excision surgery would take time, but I didn’t expect the exhaustion to hit this hard after returning to work. My body is definitely reminding me that healing isn’t always a straight line.

Right now, this little recovery routine is getting me through:
💛 Hot bath
💛 Heating pad on full blast
💛 Weighted eye mask (shoutout to @nodpodofficial) 
💛 Emergency evening nap

Thankfully, it’s finally the weekend, and I can focus on resting and recharging before doing it all over again next week.

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Whenever I have a bad day at work, I remind myself that I need that paycheck so my cats can stay home all day, nap in peace, eat snacks, and live their best spoiled-cat lives. 😂

This first week back at work has been ROUGH, y’all. I miss being home with my fur babies more than anything. Honestly, I think my true calling in life is being a stay-at-home cat mom. 🐾

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The funniest part? I don’t even think little Miss Riley misses me. As long as the food bowl stays full and the treats keep coming, she’s perfectly content living her best life while I’m out here working my butt off. 🤣

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Being chronically ill means I’ve tried my fair share of medications over the years, and my body always seems to have a mind of its own. If a medicine is supposed to make people sleepy, I’ll be wide awake all night. If there’s a tiny chance of an adverse reaction, somehow I’m usually that tiny percentage. 😅

So starting a new medication is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Part of me is hopeful it’ll finally provide some relief, and the other part is preparing for whatever random side effect my body decides to throw my way.

Here’s hoping this one actually helps my symptoms without adding a whole new list of problems. 🤞😂

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Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
#homebody #homebodylife #surgeryrecovery #stayathomecatmom #worklifebalancegoals
Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of going back to work while still recovering from surgery. Between the physical healing and the emotional side of post-surgery recovery, I’ve been feeling pretty down lately. So this comedy date night ended up being exactly what I needed.

We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

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Ever since I had LASIK surgery a few years ago, chopping onions has been brutal on my eyes. I’m talking instant tears the second I start cutting them 😂 Apparently my eyes became extra sensitive afterward, and honestly it’s been a struggle ever since.

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If you’ve ever wondered how to stop crying while cutting onions, consider this your sign to try the sunglasses trick! It may look silly, but it seriously helps block those onion fumes from hitting your eyes 👏

Now I need to know… does anyone else have weird kitchen hacks like this? 😂 #kitchenhacks #cookinghacks #onionhack #cookinghack #onions
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So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 1 So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 12-foot trees, he somehow decides cramming them into my SUV is the better option 🤣 And I’m still shocked they even fit. Barely 😅

Meanwhile, his shiny new truck is sitting safe and spotless in the garage where not a single speck of dirt or potting soil can touch it 😂🚙

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Right now we’re exploring possibilities like EDS, MCAS, and POTS, which honestly feels overwhelming because getting doctors to truly listen and take women seriously can feel like a full time job in itself. I know so many women with chronic illness, endometriosis, and invisible illnesses understand exactly what I mean.

But even though I’m discouraged, I’m not giving up. I know my body, I know something still isn’t right, and I’ll continue advocating for myself until I get answers. And if sharing my story helps even one woman feel less alone in her own health journey, then it’s worth it 🤍 #chronicillnessawareness #chronicillnesswarrior #endometriosis #endometriosisexcision #chronicallyill
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Fall · September 10, 2021

How to Style a Fall Entryway Table

You know I am all about creating cozy, seasonal spaces in my home. And fall is my second favorite season to decorate for. Besides Christmas of course! I like to do easy, simple upgrades to pieces I already have. So I thought I would share with y’all today how to style a fall entryway table.

This is the first piece you see when you walk into our home, so I want it to make a great statement without it being too overwhelming.

Fall Entryway Table
I’m loving how it turned out this season!

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Start With a Centerpiece

It can be a little overwhelming to style a table this large. That’s why I recommend starting in the center and working your way out.

I wanted a beautiful fall centerpiece to use here and I decided that my dough bowl would be just perfect. If you remember, I used to have this dough bowl on one of my previous fall tablescapes.

But I have yet again changed up my fall dining tablescape this year (more to come on that later). So I have moved the dough bowl to another home!

Centerpiece on Fall Entryway Table
Here is my blank entryway table with the dough bowl ready to be styled!

I love dough bowls to use as centerpieces because they are so easy to change out from season to season. Use some pumpkins for fall and then some ornaments for Christmas!

All without having to change the entire set up of your entryway table. For my fall entryway table this year, I filled my dough bowl up with lightly colored peach, sage, and white pumpkins.

I also painted some pumpkins a few years ago to continue on with this color scheme so I have been re-using them ever since. It was a super easy and cost effective project to do since I can easily use them year after year!

Dough Bowl with pumpkins
Look at all those pretty pumpkins!

Place in Some Pillows and Throws

I always have baskets, crocks, crates, etc. on my entryway table. And I usually fill them with some decorative pillows and throws. Not only is it pretty, but it is also functional as well.

That way you have a stylish place to store all those pillows and throws instead of having them strewn all over the living room. It also makes it super cozy by adding in all the textures and colors from the fabric as well.

Baskets with Pillows on Entryway Table

I also love how large of a space the crates and baskets take up on the entryway table. I found that cute fall crate from TJ Maxx a few years ago and I normally use it on my porch.

But this year I thought I would change it up and use it on my fall entryway table instead. It’s the perfect size to place a pillow in!

Add in Some Decorative Elements

The next step on my fall entryway table is using my farmhouse style riser. I usually keep this on my entryway table. I also normally keep a cloche on that riser and I changed it up by putting some other pumpkins I painted inside of it as well.

For everyday decor, I normally just place some vintage books and greenery inside of it. Then, I had to add in one of my favorite candles from Antique Candle Co! Not only do they smell so good, but they are very decorative as well!

Riser on Entryway Table
Here you can see the pumpkins in the cloche and my favorite candle on the riser!

The next thing I did to style my fall entryway table was to add in some decorative elements on each side of the dough bowl. I have a cute wooden lantern that is again easy to change up from season to season.

I placed it the left side of the dough bowl and just stuck a decorate pumpkin with greenery inside. Easy peesy!

Lantern on Entryway Table
Look at that cute wooden lantern with the pumpkin in it!

Finishing Touches

I thought I needed something else on the bottom to balance everything out. I found a cute, handmade pumpkin from old burlap bags at a local antique store last year.

And I decided it was the perfect finishing touch. It goes well with all the other cozy textures from the pillows and the blanket.

Finishing Touches on Fall Entryway Table
Ta-Da! Here is the finished product!

I hope you enjoyed this easy breakdown on how to style a fall entryway table in your home. Do you have an entryway table or bench that you like to style seasonally too?

If so, what are some of your favorite pieces to style it with? Let me know below! I would love to hear it!

How to Style a Fall Entryway Table
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  1. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    September 11, 2021 at 2:02 pm

    Your entry table looks amazing! You always do such a beautiful job styling your home! I’m so inspired, thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 11, 2021 at 7:25 pm

      Awe thank you so much. I am so glad you are inspired by it!

      Reply
  2. lifestyleseason says

    September 11, 2021 at 2:15 pm

    Love the look of this fall entryway table! Thank you for sharing this! We always decorate our entryway table for Christmas but I like the idea of doing it for fall as well!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 11, 2021 at 7:26 pm

      Thank you, you definitely should do it for fall too! I always think of fall as like a pre-game for Christmas because I love going all out with decor for Christmas!

      Reply
  3. Rayo says

    September 11, 2021 at 2:25 pm

    Your entry table looks so nice, simple and classy. A great way to store items without making a mess. Thanks for the awesome idea

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 11, 2021 at 7:26 pm

      Thank you so much. I am so glad you like it too!

      Reply
  4. Tina Crawford says

    September 11, 2021 at 3:50 pm

    I LOVE this! I am not great at decorating but I love when I get something right! Thank you for the beautiful, easy-to-follow steps.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 11, 2021 at 7:26 pm

      Awe thank you! I am glad you appreciate the step by step instructions then!

      Reply
  5. Jamieadstories says

    September 11, 2021 at 6:36 pm

    A very cool setup. These look natural and reflect the Autumn style.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 11, 2021 at 7:27 pm

      Thank you so much. I really appreciate it! I love the natural autumn look as well!

      Reply
  6. Olivia says

    September 11, 2021 at 8:38 pm

    Wow. It looks truly beautiful and makes me so excited for the upcoming fall! Looks so cosy!

    xoxo Olivia | https://www.oliviaandbeauty.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      September 11, 2021 at 9:21 pm

      Thank you! I love making things all cozy for fall!

      Reply
  7. Jaya Avendel says

    September 11, 2021 at 9:00 pm

    This is such a cute table! The colors and objects you have used really bring in the autumn vibes. The burlap pumpkin is just the kind of thing I would love to discover while thrifting one day, and the giant clock is whimsical and attractive.
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 11, 2021 at 9:22 pm

      Thank you! I love that burlap pumpkin too. It was such a fun find!

      Reply
  8. readandreviewit says

    September 12, 2021 at 4:43 pm

    Love this – it looks so cozy and fall-like! I don’t think I have an entryway table but I definitely want to get one now, haha, and I’ll be keeping an eye out for your Christmas one, too! Thanks for sharing, this has really inspired me x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 12, 2021 at 6:49 pm

      Awe thank you. I am so glad you were inspired by it. You should definitely be on the lookout and should get an entryway table if you see one! I love mine!

      Reply
  9. Ellie says

    September 13, 2021 at 10:09 am

    Wow this is beautifully styled! I love all of it! Thanks for sharing your inspiration.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:24 pm

      Thank you, so glad you think so too!

      Reply
  10. Eleanor Jones says

    September 13, 2021 at 10:16 am

    I love entryway tables, and this is a great addition to any foyer or entrance. Thanks for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:24 pm

      Thank you. I appreciate that compliment!

      Reply
  11. Jenny in Neverland says

    September 13, 2021 at 10:52 am

    Your entryway table is literally SO cute! I love how you theme everything for the seasons and put so much thought and effort into it xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:25 pm

      Thank you so much Jenny. I love styling for different seasons!

      Reply
  12. Michelle Gast says

    September 13, 2021 at 6:38 pm

    I love home décor tips! Thank you! I pined on Pinterest to make sure I check this post out in more detail after work. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/292311832074826739/

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:25 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I appreciate the pin!!

      Reply
  13. Travel Addicted Unicorn says

    September 13, 2021 at 6:48 pm

    This looks lovely!! Love the clock and the two lamps on the sides! Like the pumpkin too!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:25 pm

      Thank you so much. I appreciate it!

      Reply
  14. Fadima Mooneira says

    September 14, 2021 at 11:24 am

    This is a good interior tips. I like your idea. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:26 pm

      Thank you. I am glad you like it!

      Reply
  15. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    September 14, 2021 at 1:32 pm

    Another beautiful design of your entryway table! The muted tones look so pretty with your decor. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:26 pm

      Thank you so much Jodie. I appreciate it

      Reply
  16. Lucy says

    September 14, 2021 at 1:44 pm

    I love how you have styled your entryway table for Fall! Some lovely touches here x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

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    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:26 pm

      Thank you Lucy. I am so glad you think so too!

      Reply
  17. Basic With Life says

    September 14, 2021 at 2:55 pm

    Okay so now I need a entryway table. I love this. It looks amazing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:27 pm

      Yes you definitely do need an entryway table. They are so fun to style!

      Reply
  18. Giulia says

    September 14, 2021 at 2:58 pm

    So lovely! We have recently re-modelled and I’m still working on acquiring new pieces of furniture and decor so this is so inspirational for me. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 14, 2021 at 11:27 pm

      Thank you, I am so glad you think so too!

      Reply
  19. Vourneen - ThePlainSimpleLife says

    September 15, 2021 at 10:01 am

    I did up my entrance hallway about a year ago, although it doesn’t look anywhere near as lovely as yours! I love how bright the space is and uncluttered, and I love the vintage feel of it too.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 15, 2021 at 10:14 pm

      Awe thanks so much. I appreciate that. I love mixing vintage and new pieces together too!

      Reply
  20. Natalie Barletta says

    September 15, 2021 at 11:20 am

    This post is perfect for me! I’m working on redecorating part of my house and I need all of the ideas. And I love decorating for fall too.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 15, 2021 at 10:14 pm

      Oh yay! I am so glad you found it at a good time then!

      Reply
  21. Nyxie says

    September 15, 2021 at 1:12 pm

    This is without a doubt the most stunning entry way I’ve ever seen. I love how rustic it is! Well done you! Do you want to come help me out!?

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 15, 2021 at 10:15 pm

      Awe thank you so much. That means so much to me! I would love to come help you out too!

      Reply
  22. Sarah says

    September 16, 2021 at 1:04 pm

    This is so cute! I love your entryway table. Thanks for breaking it down- I always like to see the process behind the decor. I love the elements you chose and it all came together so beautifully!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      September 17, 2021 at 9:57 pm

      Thank you so much. It is always helpful to see the process behind the decorating too!

      Reply

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Give me all the weathered flags, vintage crocks, old books, and classic Americana touches. 🇺🇸

I know some people pack away their patriotic decorations after July 4th, but I love leaving my summer patriotic decor out all season long. It just feels timeless to me!

Do you decorate with patriotic decor all summer, or do you switch things up after the Fourth of July? #vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #americanadecor #americana #patrioticdecor
POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month t POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month turned me into a full-time homebody 🤣

Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
#homebody #homebodylife #surgeryrecovery #stayathomecatmom #worklifebalancegoals
Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of going back to work while still recovering from surgery. Between the physical healing and the emotional side of post-surgery recovery, I’ve been feeling pretty down lately. So this comedy date night ended up being exactly what I needed.

We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

Have you ever had a random night out come at exactly the right time? #johncrist #johncristcomedy #comedyshow #datenightideas #asheville
Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I have to chop onions because my eyes tear up so bad… 🤣

Ever since I had LASIK surgery a few years ago, chopping onions has been brutal on my eyes. I’m talking instant tears the second I start cutting them 😂 Apparently my eyes became extra sensitive afterward, and honestly it’s been a struggle ever since.

But then I heard about the “wear sunglasses while chopping onions” hack and y’all… why does it actually work?! 😅 So now anytime my hubby isn’t home to take over onion duty, you can catch me in the kitchen wearing sunglasses indoors looking ridiculous but tear-free 😎 

If you’ve ever wondered how to stop crying while cutting onions, consider this your sign to try the sunglasses trick! It may look silly, but it seriously helps block those onion fumes from hitting your eyes 👏

Now I need to know… does anyone else have weird kitchen hacks like this? 😂 #kitchenhacks #cookinghacks #onionhack #cookinghack #onions
Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer meal kick lately since I unfortunately have to go back to work next week 😭 And let me tell you… having a freezer stocked full of easy homemade dinners is about to save me on those busy weeknights!

One of my all-time favorite freezer meals is this homemade chicken pot pie recipe 🥧✨ It definitely takes a little extra work, especially if you make the homemade pie crust from scratch; but trust me, it is SO worth it. The creamy chicken filling, flaky buttery crust, and cozy comfort food vibes make it one of the best dinners ever.

Anytime I make homemade chicken pot pie, I always make two: one for dinner now and one freezer meal for later. And this time, I took my extra frozen chicken pot pie to my sweet mama after her surgery yesterday 💛 It’s honestly the perfect meal to bring someone recovering from surgery, welcoming a new baby, or just going through a hard season because all they have to do is pop it in the oven for an easy homemade comfort meal.

If you love easy freezer meals, homemade comfort food recipes, or make-ahead dinners for busy families, you definitely need to try this one!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my homemade chicken pot pie recipe! 🥧 #chickenpotpie #chickenpotpies #freezerfriendly #freezerfriendlymeals #comfortfoods
So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 1 So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 12-foot trees, he somehow decides cramming them into my SUV is the better option 🤣 And I’m still shocked they even fit. Barely 😅

Meanwhile, his shiny new truck is sitting safe and spotless in the garage where not a single speck of dirt or potting soil can touch it 😂🚙

Tell me I’m not the only wife dealing with this kind of logic?! 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 #marriagehumor #povreels #funnymarriage #husbandwifecomedy #husbandwifejokes
I can’t believe it’s officially been one month sin I can’t believe it’s officially been one month since my endometriosis excision surgery. Honestly, I really thought by now I’d be coming on here saying I finally felt like myself again. I wanted this surgery to be the answer so badly. But the truth is… I’m still struggling every single day.

The lower back pain, hip pain, chronic fatigue, GI issues, insomnia, dizziness, and POTS-like symptoms are all still here. And while my surgeon was absolutely wonderful and removed the endometriosis she found, we’re now starting to realize there may be something more going on underneath it all.

Right now we’re exploring possibilities like EDS, MCAS, and POTS, which honestly feels overwhelming because getting doctors to truly listen and take women seriously can feel like a full time job in itself. I know so many women with chronic illness, endometriosis, and invisible illnesses understand exactly what I mean.

But even though I’m discouraged, I’m not giving up. I know my body, I know something still isn’t right, and I’ll continue advocating for myself until I get answers. And if sharing my story helps even one woman feel less alone in her own health journey, then it’s worth it 🤍 #chronicillnessawareness #chronicillnesswarrior #endometriosis #endometriosisexcision #chronicallyill

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