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POV: You drive 3.5 hours for a doctor’s appointmen

POV: You drive 3.5 hours for a doctor’s appointment, but end up finding a little Christmas magic when you need it most. 🥹🎄❤️

Y’ALL!! If you’ve never experienced Christmas at The Angus Barn in Raleigh, NC, you are seriously missing out!! 😍✨ This place is what Christmas dreams are made of, and I was absolutely BLOWN AWAY by all the beautiful Christmas decorations, twinkling lights, and festive displays! 🎅🏻🎄

I seriously felt like a little kid on Christmas morning, walking around in complete awe of everything! 🥹

But this day actually started out pretty rough. We traveled 3.5 hours to Duke for another medical appointment, hoping to finally get some answers about my ongoing health issues. Unfortunately, the appointment didn’t go anything like I had hoped. Still no real answers, no treatment plan, and no clear direction moving forward. 💔

As you can imagine, I left feeling pretty defeated and discouraged. It’s exhausting constantly searching for answers and coming up empty-handed.

But then we went to The Angus Barn, and for a little while, all those worries faded into the background. 🥹❤️

Y’all know Christmas is my absolute FAVORITE, so being surrounded by all that Christmas magic was exactly what my heart needed! And the delicious food was just the icing on the cake! 😍

Even though the day didn’t bring the medical answers I was praying for, it still turned into such a special memory. And I’m beyond thankful for my sweet hubby, who continues to drive me to all these appointments, stand by my side through every disappointment, and find little ways to make me smile along the way. ❤️

Sometimes a little Christmas magic can’t fix everything, but it sure can make a hard day a little brighter. 🥹✨

So if you’re looking for a magical Christmas restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina, add The Angus Barn to your holiday bucket list ASAP!! 🎄🎅🏻

Have you ever been to The Angus Barn at Christmas?! Or what’s the most magical Christmas restaurant you’ve ever visited?! 😍👇🏻

#TheAngusBarn #RaleighNC #ChristmasInRaleigh #ChristmasDecorations #ChristmasMagic

POV: Someone asks what my Halloween plans are… Um

POV: Someone asks what my Halloween plans are…

Ummm, what do you mean?! Is that even a question?! 🤣 Obviously, I’ll be decking the halls, putting up Christmas trees, and baking and decorating Christmas cookies! 🎄🍪🎅🏻

I mean, ’tis the season, right?! 😜

Listen, Christmas decorating is my Super Bowl, and I fully intend to soak up EVERY second of the holiday season while I can! If that means putting up my Christmas decorations before Halloween is even over, then so be it! 🤣

And just because my Christmas trees are up doesn’t mean I can’t still enjoy my Reese’s pumpkins while I’m decorating! Best of both worlds, if you ask me! 😆

So tell me… are you team Christmas starts November 1st, or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀 No judgment here… okay, maybe a little! 🤣

POV: You thought your cat would look adorable in h

POV: You thought your cat would look adorable in his Halloween costume… but he had other plans. 🦁😹

I thought Toby was going to be the CUTEST little lion for Halloween this year, but apparently he did NOT agree with my vision! 🤣 He ripped that lion’s mane off faster than I could even get a good picture!

At least I have video proof that he was a lion for approximately 5 seconds before deciding he was DONE with Halloween costumes. 😂🦁

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who buys adorable Halloween costumes for cats who absolutely refuse to wear them?! 😹👇🏼

These might just be the CUTEST Halloween cookies e

These might just be the CUTEST Halloween cookies ever! And the best part?! They’re SO easy to make! 🍪

If you’re looking for an easy Halloween cookie recipe that’s just as delicious as it is adorable, you NEED to try these soft and chewy Halloween Sprinkle Cookies!

They’re buttery, perfectly sweet, loaded with festive Halloween sprinkles, and seriously so simple to whip up!

And unlike traditional Halloween sugar cookies, there’s NO rolling out dough, NO cookie cutters, and NO spending hours decorating with royal icing! 🙌🏻 Because as much as I love a beautifully decorated cookie, sometimes I just want something quick and easy that still looks cute! 🤣

These homemade Halloween cookies are perfect for:

🎃 Halloween parties and spooky celebrations

👻 Halloween dessert boards

🍪 Classroom parties and festive treats

🧡 Cozy Halloween movie nights at home

Plus, you can switch out the sprinkles for any holiday, making this one of those easy cookie recipes you’ll want to save and make all year long!

And did I mention they’re ready in about 25 minutes?! No chilling required! 👏🏻

COMMENT “RECIPE” BELOW and I’ll send you the full Halloween Sprinkle Cookies recipe so you can make them too! 🧡

And be sure to SAVE this post for your next Halloween baking day!

Okay, but seriously… HOW EARLY is too early to put

Okay, but seriously… HOW EARLY is too early to put up the Christmas tree?! 🎄🤣

Because I’m over here trying to enjoy all the cozy fall vibes, pumpkins, and Halloween decorations, but my heart is already screaming CHRISTMAS! 🎅🏻❤️

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely LOVE fall decorating and everything that comes with autumn, but Christmas is my all-time FAVORITE holiday! And the temptation to start pulling out all my Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and cozy holiday decor is getting stronger by the day! ✨

I mean, who says pumpkins and Christmas trees can’t coexist?! 🤣🍂🎄 I personally think a little fall decor mixed with some Christmas magic sounds like the best of both worlds!

So now I need to know… Are you team Christmas tree up BEFORE Thanksgiving or team wait until AFTER Thanksgiving?! 👀👇🏻

And please tell me I’m not the only one already itching to decorate for Christmas! 🤣

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POV: fall arrives and suddenly you want to replace

POV: fall arrives and suddenly you want to replace every rug in your house with something darker and moodier 🍂🤎

Now that we’re officially in the cozy “-ber” months, it’s the perfect excuse to cozy up your home for fall—and a beautiful new area rug can completely transform a space!

@rugandhomeash has SUCH an incredible selection of rugs, and right now I’m especially drawn to all the deep, rich colors and beautiful patterns that are perfect for fall home decor. 😍🍁

Honestly, walking through their showroom makes me want to replace every rug in my house with something a little darker and moodier for autumn. 😂

If you’re near Asheville, NC, their showroom is definitely worth the drive! I’ve truly never seen such a huge collection of gorgeous rugs all in one place. The hardest part is narrowing it down and actually choosing one. 😉

Are you team light + neutral rugs year-round, or do you love the darker, moodier look for fall?! 🍂

One last look at my fall home decor before the Chr

One last look at my fall home decor before the Christmas chaos begins! 🍂🎄🤣

Sharing some Sunday stills of all my cozy fall decor because it’s officially time to start transitioning our home from fall to Christmas! And while I’m SO excited to start decorating for my favorite holiday, I’m also a little sad to say goodbye to all the beautiful autumn colors! 🥹

There’s just something about those rich, warm fall tones, cozy textures, and pumpkins everywhere that makes a home feel extra inviting! 🍁🤎

But if you know me, you know Christmas decorating is basically my Super Bowl. 🤣 And since I insist on having a Christmas tree in practically every room of our house, I have to start early!

So here’s to dragging out approximately 500 Christmas storage bins, completely destroying my house for the next week, and questioning all my life choices until everything is finally decorated! 😂🎄

Tell me, are you still enjoying your fall decorations or have you already started decorating for Christmas?! 👇🏻

Save this post for some cozy fall home decor inspiration for next year! 🤎

If you’re looking for an easy Christmas cookie rec

If you’re looking for an easy Christmas cookie recipe that looks fancy but takes hardly any effort to decorate, you NEED to try these! 😍

These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies are dipped in melted chocolate and chopped pecans for the perfect sweet and crunchy combination! And the best part?! You don’t need any fancy decorating skills, royal icing, or piping bags to make them look beautiful! 🙌🏻

Plus, I made these cookies gluten free, but you can easily use regular flour too! They’re perfect for Christmas cookie exchanges, holiday parties, homemade gifts, or just enjoying with a cozy cup of coffee! ☕️

Trust me, these easy chocolate dipped shortbread cookies are going to become a new holiday baking tradition! And everyone will think you spent HOURS making them! 🤣

🎄 COMMENT “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my easy shortbread cookie recipe so you can make them this Christmas too!

And be sure to SAVE this recipe for your Christmas baking list and SHARE it with someone who loves holiday cookies! ❤️

#ChristmasCookies #ShortbreadCookies #ChristmasBaking #GlutenFreeCookies #HolidayBaking

#AD POV: You found the cutest Halloween cups, so o

#AD POV: You found the cutest Halloween cups, so obviously you had to make a spooky Halloween mocktail to go with them! 🍹👻

Y’all, how adorable are these Halloween printed cups from @tossware?! As soon as I saw them, I knew they were practically begging for a fun and festive Halloween drink! And this easy Halloween mocktail recipe is SO simple to make with just a few ingredients!

It’s the perfect non-alcoholic Halloween party drink for spooky season, whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, having a scary movie night, or just want something festive to sip on!

Here’s how to make my easy Halloween mocktail:

🍇 3 oz grape juice
🍊 1 oz orange juice
🥤 Sprite to top it off
🍋‍🟩 A squeeze of fresh lime juice
🧊 Ice
✨ Sanding sugar for the rim
🍊 Fresh orange and lime slices for garnish

Start by rubbing an orange slice around the rim of your cup, then dip it into sanding sugar for that extra festive touch! Add ice, grape juice, orange juice, and a squeeze of lime. Top with Sprite, give it a gentle stir, and finish with a cute orange and lime garnish!

And just like that, you’ve got the cutest spooky Halloween mocktail that’s almost too pretty to drink! 😍

Plus, these Halloween Tossware cups make serving drinks at a party so much easier while still looking adorable! They’re such a fun addition to your Halloween entertaining essentials!

👻 SAVE this easy Halloween mocktail recipe for your next spooky celebration!

🎃 And tell me below: Are you hosting a Halloween party this year or just enjoying all the spooky festivities at home?!

Be sure to check out my Stories today for a direct link to these adorable Halloween Tossware cups! 🧡

Well, guess who caused a little neighborhood excit

Well, guess who caused a little neighborhood excitement this morning and had to call 911?! 🙋🏻‍♀️😅

It all started when our carbon monoxide detector kept going off. Naturally, I tried replacing the battery first, but that didn’t help. 🙃

So there I was, frantically trying to get ahold of my husband, who OF COURSE was in a meeting and couldn’t answer, while simultaneously trying to round up all three cats and get everyone outside. 😹

And what does any responsible 33-year-old adult woman do in a situation like this?! CALL HER MOM. 🤣

Literally called my mom to ask if I should call 911 because apparently I still need adult supervision when it comes to adulting. 😂

Well, the fire department showed up, checked everything out, and THANKFULLY there was no carbon monoxide leak! 🙌🏻

Turns out our carbon monoxide alarm was just old and needed replacing. It was over five years old! 🙃

So now I feel a little ridiculous for causing such a commotion, but better safe than sorry, right?!

AND in my defense, our gas fireplace hasn’t been working, and my husband was messing with it last night. So naturally, my mind went straight to a possible gas leak. 😬

Thankfully, everyone is safe, the cats are probably traumatized from their unexpected evacuation, and I’ve officially had enough excitement for one morning. 🤣

So here’s your friendly reminder to check your carbon monoxide detectors, replace them according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, and NEVER ignore an alarm! 🚨

And if you’re one of my neighbors, sorry about all the fire trucks and sirens this morning. Just your local neighborhood drama queen keeping things interesting! 😜

Please tell me I’m not the only grown adult who still calls their mom when something goes wrong?! 🤣👇

Also, shoutout to the fire department for being so nice and telling me I did the right thing by calling. That made me feel slightly less ridiculous at least 😜

🚨 THE BIGGEST MINKY COUTURE BLANKET SALE OF THE YE

🚨 THE BIGGEST MINKY COUTURE BLANKET SALE OF THE YEAR IS HERE!! 🚨
And trust me, you do NOT want to miss this one! 😍

Today only, you can score 60% OFF Minky Couture blankets PLUS FREE SHIPPING on orders of $100 or more! 🎉

If you’ve never experienced a Minky Couture blanket before, you’re seriously missing out! These are hands down some of the softest, coziest luxury blankets EVER. And don’t just take my word for it… my three cats are officially Minky obsessed! 😹🐾 There’s nothing Toby, Riley, and Charlie love more than curling up for a cozy cat nap on one!

And with Christmas right around the corner, these blankets make the PERFECT Christmas gifts! 🎄🎁 Whether you’re shopping for your mom, best friend, husband, or just treating yourself (because you deserve it 😉), you really can’t go wrong with a Minky!

But here’s the catch… this HUGE Minky Couture sale only happens ONCE A YEAR! So if you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to stock up on cozy blankets or get a head start on Christmas shopping, THIS IS IT!

✨ 60% OFF blankets
✨ FREE shipping on orders $100+
✨ Once-a-year savings!

Comment “shop” below and I’ll send you the link! 👇🏻 Are you shopping for Christmas gifts or treating yourself?! Because I’m definitely team BOTH! 🤣

Save this post and send it to your blanket-obsessed bestie so they don’t miss out! 🛍️

POV: You’re craving cheesy, delicious chicken ench

POV: You’re craving cheesy, delicious chicken enchiladas but have ZERO desire to go grocery shopping. 🤣🌮

If you’re looking for easy, high-protein dinner ideas that don’t require spending hours meal planning or wandering around the grocery store, you NEED to try @hungryroot! 🙌🏻

I made these high-protein green chile chicken enchiladas and y’all, they were SO good! 😍 Cheesy, flavorful, fresh, and seriously so easy to make!

The best part?! Hungryroot delivered all the fresh ingredients straight to my door, along with simple, step-by-step instructions. No complicated recipes, no last-minute grocery runs, and no stressing over what to make for dinner! 👏🏻

And with the busy holiday season right around the corner, I’m all about finding ways to make life a little easier! Between Christmas decorating, shopping, baking, and everything else on my to-do list, the LAST thing I want to worry about is what we’re having for dinner. 🤣🎄

✨ Want to try Hungryroot for yourself?Use my code CHARITY40 to get 40% off your first box!

Tell me below: Are you team meal planning or team figuring out dinner at the very last minute?! Because I’m definitely guilty of the latter! 🤣

#hungryrootpartner

Apparently being a homebody is a personality trait

Apparently being a homebody is a personality trait now… and I’m fully embracing it. 😂

Sorry, but staying home with my cats, reading a good book, and being cozy sounds WAY better than having plans. 📚🐈

Don’t get me wrong, you might catch me out and about every once in a while… but just know I’ll need approximately 2–3 business days at home afterward to recover from all that socializing. 🤣

At this point, my ideal weekend is canceled plans, comfy clothes, a good book, and my cats nearby. Homebody life just suits me. 👏🏻

Please tell me I’m not alone! Where are all my fellow introverts, homebodies, book lovers, and cat moms?! 👇🏻

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#introvertlife #introverting #homebody #homebodylife #catmom

Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think no

Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think not! 😜🎄

I had some extra oyster shells left over from our beach trip this summer, so instead of letting them sit around, I turned them into these DIY oyster shell Christmas ornaments! You may remember I turned some of the shells into cute little ghosts for Halloween too 👻 But now we’re officially moving on to Christmas crafts!

And I am obsessed with how these turned out! All I needed was some spray paint, pretty wrapping paper, Mod Podge, twine, and hot glue to transform ordinary oyster shells into high-end looking coastal Christmas ornaments.

Not only are these such a pretty addition to your Christmas tree, but they’re also a sweet vacation keepsake! Every year when you pull them out, you’ll have a little reminder of that summer beach trip. 🥹

I always decorate my Christmas tree with gold, so these are going to fit in perfectly with my Christmas decor this year! 🎄

Save this easy DIY Christmas ornament idea for your holiday crafting list!

Would you turn your vacation seashells into Christmas ornaments too?! 🦪

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#diychristmas #diyornaments #christmasdiy #coastalchristmas #shells

We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina

We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina Charm event at @therevelry_clt benefiting the Isabella Santos Foundation! 💕

From the beautiful venue to the amazing food, drinks, and atmosphere, everything about this night was incredible! And getting to meet @relationshep and @salleycarson from Bravo’s Southern Charm was just the cherry on top! 🍒

Y’all already know how obsessed I am with Charleston and Southern Charm, so this event was basically MADE for me! 🤣 Plus, any excuse to get all dressed up, feel fancy, and enjoy a night out for a great cause? Count me in! 🥂

And the best part was knowing that all the fun was supporting the @isftorch and its mission to help children battling rare pediatric cancers. 💛

At this point, I’ve pretty much met the entire Southern Charm cast except Austen and Madison! So if y’all are reading this, I guess you’re next on my list! 🤣👏🏻

Now I need to know… are you a Southern Charm fan too?! And if so, who’s your favorite cast member?! 👀

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Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until N

Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until November 1st to decorate for Christmas. 🤣

Sorry, but some of us have approximately 57 Christmas trees to put up, and that kind of commitment takes TIME. 😜🎄

And if you think I’m waiting until Halloween is over to start decorating for Christmas, you’ve got another thing coming. 🤣 I may or may not already have a few trees up around the house. 🤫

Listen, I love spooky season just as much as the next person, but there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having pumpkins AND Christmas trees out at the same time. It’s called balance, okay?! 👻🎄

So consider waiting until November to decorate for Christmas officially GHOSTED. ✌🏻

Now tell me, are you team Christmas decorating in October or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀

Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he marr

Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he married me, I don’t think he realized he was signing up for a lifetime of Christmas decorating chaos! 😂

But when you’re a Christmas-obsessed wife who believes EVERY single room in the house deserves its own Christmas tree, you have to start decorating early, right?! 🎅🏻

I mean, putting up multiple Christmas trees, hanging garland, and transforming our entire home into a cozy Christmas wonderland takes TIME! So obviously, October is a perfectly reasonable time to start decorating for Christmas. At least that’s what I keep telling him! 😜

Thankfully, after 10 years of marriage, he knows the drill and just goes along with all my crazy Christmas decorating ideas. He’s a keeper for sure! ❤️

Now PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one who starts decorating for Christmas in October?! 🎄🤣 And how many Christmas trees do you put up in your house?!

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POV: You drive 3.5 hours for a doctor’s appointmen

POV: You drive 3.5 hours for a doctor’s appointment, but end up finding a little Christmas magic when you need it most. 🥹🎄❤️

Y’ALL!! If you’ve never experienced Christmas at The Angus Barn in Raleigh, NC, you are seriously missing out!! 😍✨ This place is what Christmas dreams are made of, and I was absolutely BLOWN AWAY by all the beautiful Christmas decorations, twinkling lights, and festive displays! 🎅🏻🎄

I seriously felt like a little kid on Christmas morning, walking around in complete awe of everything! 🥹

But this day actually started out pretty rough. We traveled 3.5 hours to Duke for another medical appointment, hoping to finally get some answers about my ongoing health issues. Unfortunately, the appointment didn’t go anything like I had hoped. Still no real answers, no treatment plan, and no clear direction moving forward. 💔

As you can imagine, I left feeling pretty defeated and discouraged. It’s exhausting constantly searching for answers and coming up empty-handed.

But then we went to The Angus Barn, and for a little while, all those worries faded into the background. 🥹❤️

Y’all know Christmas is my absolute FAVORITE, so being surrounded by all that Christmas magic was exactly what my heart needed! And the delicious food was just the icing on the cake! 😍

Even though the day didn’t bring the medical answers I was praying for, it still turned into such a special memory. And I’m beyond thankful for my sweet hubby, who continues to drive me to all these appointments, stand by my side through every disappointment, and find little ways to make me smile along the way. ❤️

Sometimes a little Christmas magic can’t fix everything, but it sure can make a hard day a little brighter. 🥹✨

So if you’re looking for a magical Christmas restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina, add The Angus Barn to your holiday bucket list ASAP!! 🎄🎅🏻

Have you ever been to The Angus Barn at Christmas?! Or what’s the most magical Christmas restaurant you’ve ever visited?! 😍👇🏻

#TheAngusBarn #RaleighNC #ChristmasInRaleigh #ChristmasDecorations #ChristmasMagic

POV: Someone asks what my Halloween plans are… Um

POV: Someone asks what my Halloween plans are…

Ummm, what do you mean?! Is that even a question?! 🤣 Obviously, I’ll be decking the halls, putting up Christmas trees, and baking and decorating Christmas cookies! 🎄🍪🎅🏻

I mean, ’tis the season, right?! 😜

Listen, Christmas decorating is my Super Bowl, and I fully intend to soak up EVERY second of the holiday season while I can! If that means putting up my Christmas decorations before Halloween is even over, then so be it! 🤣

And just because my Christmas trees are up doesn’t mean I can’t still enjoy my Reese’s pumpkins while I’m decorating! Best of both worlds, if you ask me! 😆

So tell me… are you team Christmas starts November 1st, or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀 No judgment here… okay, maybe a little! 🤣

POV: You thought your cat would look adorable in h

POV: You thought your cat would look adorable in his Halloween costume… but he had other plans. 🦁😹

I thought Toby was going to be the CUTEST little lion for Halloween this year, but apparently he did NOT agree with my vision! 🤣 He ripped that lion’s mane off faster than I could even get a good picture!

At least I have video proof that he was a lion for approximately 5 seconds before deciding he was DONE with Halloween costumes. 😂🦁

Please tell me I’m not the only crazy cat mom who buys adorable Halloween costumes for cats who absolutely refuse to wear them?! 😹👇🏼

These might just be the CUTEST Halloween cookies e

These might just be the CUTEST Halloween cookies ever! And the best part?! They’re SO easy to make! 🍪

If you’re looking for an easy Halloween cookie recipe that’s just as delicious as it is adorable, you NEED to try these soft and chewy Halloween Sprinkle Cookies!

They’re buttery, perfectly sweet, loaded with festive Halloween sprinkles, and seriously so simple to whip up!

And unlike traditional Halloween sugar cookies, there’s NO rolling out dough, NO cookie cutters, and NO spending hours decorating with royal icing! 🙌🏻 Because as much as I love a beautifully decorated cookie, sometimes I just want something quick and easy that still looks cute! 🤣

These homemade Halloween cookies are perfect for:

🎃 Halloween parties and spooky celebrations

👻 Halloween dessert boards

🍪 Classroom parties and festive treats

🧡 Cozy Halloween movie nights at home

Plus, you can switch out the sprinkles for any holiday, making this one of those easy cookie recipes you’ll want to save and make all year long!

And did I mention they’re ready in about 25 minutes?! No chilling required! 👏🏻

COMMENT “RECIPE” BELOW and I’ll send you the full Halloween Sprinkle Cookies recipe so you can make them too! 🧡

And be sure to SAVE this post for your next Halloween baking day!

Okay, but seriously… HOW EARLY is too early to put

Okay, but seriously… HOW EARLY is too early to put up the Christmas tree?! 🎄🤣

Because I’m over here trying to enjoy all the cozy fall vibes, pumpkins, and Halloween decorations, but my heart is already screaming CHRISTMAS! 🎅🏻❤️

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely LOVE fall decorating and everything that comes with autumn, but Christmas is my all-time FAVORITE holiday! And the temptation to start pulling out all my Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and cozy holiday decor is getting stronger by the day! ✨

I mean, who says pumpkins and Christmas trees can’t coexist?! 🤣🍂🎄 I personally think a little fall decor mixed with some Christmas magic sounds like the best of both worlds!

So now I need to know… Are you team Christmas tree up BEFORE Thanksgiving or team wait until AFTER Thanksgiving?! 👀👇🏻

And please tell me I’m not the only one already itching to decorate for Christmas! 🤣

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POV: fall arrives and suddenly you want to replace

POV: fall arrives and suddenly you want to replace every rug in your house with something darker and moodier 🍂🤎

Now that we’re officially in the cozy “-ber” months, it’s the perfect excuse to cozy up your home for fall—and a beautiful new area rug can completely transform a space!

@rugandhomeash has SUCH an incredible selection of rugs, and right now I’m especially drawn to all the deep, rich colors and beautiful patterns that are perfect for fall home decor. 😍🍁

Honestly, walking through their showroom makes me want to replace every rug in my house with something a little darker and moodier for autumn. 😂

If you’re near Asheville, NC, their showroom is definitely worth the drive! I’ve truly never seen such a huge collection of gorgeous rugs all in one place. The hardest part is narrowing it down and actually choosing one. 😉

Are you team light + neutral rugs year-round, or do you love the darker, moodier look for fall?! 🍂

One last look at my fall home decor before the Chr

One last look at my fall home decor before the Christmas chaos begins! 🍂🎄🤣

Sharing some Sunday stills of all my cozy fall decor because it’s officially time to start transitioning our home from fall to Christmas! And while I’m SO excited to start decorating for my favorite holiday, I’m also a little sad to say goodbye to all the beautiful autumn colors! 🥹

There’s just something about those rich, warm fall tones, cozy textures, and pumpkins everywhere that makes a home feel extra inviting! 🍁🤎

But if you know me, you know Christmas decorating is basically my Super Bowl. 🤣 And since I insist on having a Christmas tree in practically every room of our house, I have to start early!

So here’s to dragging out approximately 500 Christmas storage bins, completely destroying my house for the next week, and questioning all my life choices until everything is finally decorated! 😂🎄

Tell me, are you still enjoying your fall decorations or have you already started decorating for Christmas?! 👇🏻

Save this post for some cozy fall home decor inspiration for next year! 🤎

If you’re looking for an easy Christmas cookie rec

If you’re looking for an easy Christmas cookie recipe that looks fancy but takes hardly any effort to decorate, you NEED to try these! 😍

These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies are dipped in melted chocolate and chopped pecans for the perfect sweet and crunchy combination! And the best part?! You don’t need any fancy decorating skills, royal icing, or piping bags to make them look beautiful! 🙌🏻

Plus, I made these cookies gluten free, but you can easily use regular flour too! They’re perfect for Christmas cookie exchanges, holiday parties, homemade gifts, or just enjoying with a cozy cup of coffee! ☕️

Trust me, these easy chocolate dipped shortbread cookies are going to become a new holiday baking tradition! And everyone will think you spent HOURS making them! 🤣

🎄 COMMENT “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my easy shortbread cookie recipe so you can make them this Christmas too!

And be sure to SAVE this recipe for your Christmas baking list and SHARE it with someone who loves holiday cookies! ❤️

#ChristmasCookies #ShortbreadCookies #ChristmasBaking #GlutenFreeCookies #HolidayBaking

#AD POV: You found the cutest Halloween cups, so o

#AD POV: You found the cutest Halloween cups, so obviously you had to make a spooky Halloween mocktail to go with them! 🍹👻

Y’all, how adorable are these Halloween printed cups from @tossware?! As soon as I saw them, I knew they were practically begging for a fun and festive Halloween drink! And this easy Halloween mocktail recipe is SO simple to make with just a few ingredients!

It’s the perfect non-alcoholic Halloween party drink for spooky season, whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, having a scary movie night, or just want something festive to sip on!

Here’s how to make my easy Halloween mocktail:

🍇 3 oz grape juice
🍊 1 oz orange juice
🥤 Sprite to top it off
🍋‍🟩 A squeeze of fresh lime juice
🧊 Ice
✨ Sanding sugar for the rim
🍊 Fresh orange and lime slices for garnish

Start by rubbing an orange slice around the rim of your cup, then dip it into sanding sugar for that extra festive touch! Add ice, grape juice, orange juice, and a squeeze of lime. Top with Sprite, give it a gentle stir, and finish with a cute orange and lime garnish!

And just like that, you’ve got the cutest spooky Halloween mocktail that’s almost too pretty to drink! 😍

Plus, these Halloween Tossware cups make serving drinks at a party so much easier while still looking adorable! They’re such a fun addition to your Halloween entertaining essentials!

👻 SAVE this easy Halloween mocktail recipe for your next spooky celebration!

🎃 And tell me below: Are you hosting a Halloween party this year or just enjoying all the spooky festivities at home?!

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Well, guess who caused a little neighborhood excit

Well, guess who caused a little neighborhood excitement this morning and had to call 911?! 🙋🏻‍♀️😅

It all started when our carbon monoxide detector kept going off. Naturally, I tried replacing the battery first, but that didn’t help. 🙃

So there I was, frantically trying to get ahold of my husband, who OF COURSE was in a meeting and couldn’t answer, while simultaneously trying to round up all three cats and get everyone outside. 😹

And what does any responsible 33-year-old adult woman do in a situation like this?! CALL HER MOM. 🤣

Literally called my mom to ask if I should call 911 because apparently I still need adult supervision when it comes to adulting. 😂

Well, the fire department showed up, checked everything out, and THANKFULLY there was no carbon monoxide leak! 🙌🏻

Turns out our carbon monoxide alarm was just old and needed replacing. It was over five years old! 🙃

So now I feel a little ridiculous for causing such a commotion, but better safe than sorry, right?!

AND in my defense, our gas fireplace hasn’t been working, and my husband was messing with it last night. So naturally, my mind went straight to a possible gas leak. 😬

Thankfully, everyone is safe, the cats are probably traumatized from their unexpected evacuation, and I’ve officially had enough excitement for one morning. 🤣

So here’s your friendly reminder to check your carbon monoxide detectors, replace them according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, and NEVER ignore an alarm! 🚨

And if you’re one of my neighbors, sorry about all the fire trucks and sirens this morning. Just your local neighborhood drama queen keeping things interesting! 😜

Please tell me I’m not the only grown adult who still calls their mom when something goes wrong?! 🤣👇

Also, shoutout to the fire department for being so nice and telling me I did the right thing by calling. That made me feel slightly less ridiculous at least 😜

🚨 THE BIGGEST MINKY COUTURE BLANKET SALE OF THE YE

🚨 THE BIGGEST MINKY COUTURE BLANKET SALE OF THE YEAR IS HERE!! 🚨
And trust me, you do NOT want to miss this one! 😍

Today only, you can score 60% OFF Minky Couture blankets PLUS FREE SHIPPING on orders of $100 or more! 🎉

If you’ve never experienced a Minky Couture blanket before, you’re seriously missing out! These are hands down some of the softest, coziest luxury blankets EVER. And don’t just take my word for it… my three cats are officially Minky obsessed! 😹🐾 There’s nothing Toby, Riley, and Charlie love more than curling up for a cozy cat nap on one!

And with Christmas right around the corner, these blankets make the PERFECT Christmas gifts! 🎄🎁 Whether you’re shopping for your mom, best friend, husband, or just treating yourself (because you deserve it 😉), you really can’t go wrong with a Minky!

But here’s the catch… this HUGE Minky Couture sale only happens ONCE A YEAR! So if you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to stock up on cozy blankets or get a head start on Christmas shopping, THIS IS IT!

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✨ FREE shipping on orders $100+
✨ Once-a-year savings!

Comment “shop” below and I’ll send you the link! 👇🏻 Are you shopping for Christmas gifts or treating yourself?! Because I’m definitely team BOTH! 🤣

Save this post and send it to your blanket-obsessed bestie so they don’t miss out! 🛍️

POV: You’re craving cheesy, delicious chicken ench

POV: You’re craving cheesy, delicious chicken enchiladas but have ZERO desire to go grocery shopping. 🤣🌮

If you’re looking for easy, high-protein dinner ideas that don’t require spending hours meal planning or wandering around the grocery store, you NEED to try @hungryroot! 🙌🏻

I made these high-protein green chile chicken enchiladas and y’all, they were SO good! 😍 Cheesy, flavorful, fresh, and seriously so easy to make!

The best part?! Hungryroot delivered all the fresh ingredients straight to my door, along with simple, step-by-step instructions. No complicated recipes, no last-minute grocery runs, and no stressing over what to make for dinner! 👏🏻

And with the busy holiday season right around the corner, I’m all about finding ways to make life a little easier! Between Christmas decorating, shopping, baking, and everything else on my to-do list, the LAST thing I want to worry about is what we’re having for dinner. 🤣🎄

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Tell me below: Are you team meal planning or team figuring out dinner at the very last minute?! Because I’m definitely guilty of the latter! 🤣

#hungryrootpartner

Apparently being a homebody is a personality trait

Apparently being a homebody is a personality trait now… and I’m fully embracing it. 😂

Sorry, but staying home with my cats, reading a good book, and being cozy sounds WAY better than having plans. 📚🐈

Don’t get me wrong, you might catch me out and about every once in a while… but just know I’ll need approximately 2–3 business days at home afterward to recover from all that socializing. 🤣

At this point, my ideal weekend is canceled plans, comfy clothes, a good book, and my cats nearby. Homebody life just suits me. 👏🏻

Please tell me I’m not alone! Where are all my fellow introverts, homebodies, book lovers, and cat moms?! 👇🏻

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#introvertlife #introverting #homebody #homebodylife #catmom

Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think no

Too early to start Christmas crafting?! I think not! 😜🎄

I had some extra oyster shells left over from our beach trip this summer, so instead of letting them sit around, I turned them into these DIY oyster shell Christmas ornaments! You may remember I turned some of the shells into cute little ghosts for Halloween too 👻 But now we’re officially moving on to Christmas crafts!

And I am obsessed with how these turned out! All I needed was some spray paint, pretty wrapping paper, Mod Podge, twine, and hot glue to transform ordinary oyster shells into high-end looking coastal Christmas ornaments.

Not only are these such a pretty addition to your Christmas tree, but they’re also a sweet vacation keepsake! Every year when you pull them out, you’ll have a little reminder of that summer beach trip. 🥹

I always decorate my Christmas tree with gold, so these are going to fit in perfectly with my Christmas decor this year! 🎄

Save this easy DIY Christmas ornament idea for your holiday crafting list!

Would you turn your vacation seashells into Christmas ornaments too?! 🦪

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#diychristmas #diyornaments #christmasdiy #coastalchristmas #shells

We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina

We had the BEST time this weekend at the Carolina Charm event at @therevelry_clt benefiting the Isabella Santos Foundation! 💕

From the beautiful venue to the amazing food, drinks, and atmosphere, everything about this night was incredible! And getting to meet @relationshep and @salleycarson from Bravo’s Southern Charm was just the cherry on top! 🍒

Y’all already know how obsessed I am with Charleston and Southern Charm, so this event was basically MADE for me! 🤣 Plus, any excuse to get all dressed up, feel fancy, and enjoy a night out for a great cause? Count me in! 🥂

And the best part was knowing that all the fun was supporting the @isftorch and its mission to help children battling rare pediatric cancers. 💛

At this point, I’ve pretty much met the entire Southern Charm cast except Austen and Madison! So if y’all are reading this, I guess you’re next on my list! 🤣👏🏻

Now I need to know… are you a Southern Charm fan too?! And if so, who’s your favorite cast member?! 👀

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Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until N

Things we’re ghosting this season: waiting until November 1st to decorate for Christmas. 🤣

Sorry, but some of us have approximately 57 Christmas trees to put up, and that kind of commitment takes TIME. 😜🎄

And if you think I’m waiting until Halloween is over to start decorating for Christmas, you’ve got another thing coming. 🤣 I may or may not already have a few trees up around the house. 🤫

Listen, I love spooky season just as much as the next person, but there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having pumpkins AND Christmas trees out at the same time. It’s called balance, okay?! 👻🎄

So consider waiting until November to decorate for Christmas officially GHOSTED. ✌🏻

Now tell me, are you team Christmas decorating in October or team wait until after Thanksgiving?! 👀

Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he marr

Bless my poor husband’s heart because when he married me, I don’t think he realized he was signing up for a lifetime of Christmas decorating chaos! 😂

But when you’re a Christmas-obsessed wife who believes EVERY single room in the house deserves its own Christmas tree, you have to start decorating early, right?! 🎅🏻

I mean, putting up multiple Christmas trees, hanging garland, and transforming our entire home into a cozy Christmas wonderland takes TIME! So obviously, October is a perfectly reasonable time to start decorating for Christmas. At least that’s what I keep telling him! 😜

Thankfully, after 10 years of marriage, he knows the drill and just goes along with all my crazy Christmas decorating ideas. He’s a keeper for sure! ❤️

Now PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one who starts decorating for Christmas in October?! 🎄🤣 And how many Christmas trees do you put up in your house?!

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