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Christmas · December 21, 2020

Christmas 2020 Home Tour

Welcome to my Christmas Home Tour of 2020! I may or may not have gone a little overboard with my Christmas decor this year.

I figured since it’s been such a hard year on everyone, why not go all out with some Christmas cheer by adding lights everywhere that I possibly can in my house?!

Christmas lights and decor make me happy and makes everything feel so cozy.

I thought I would share with you all the Christmas touches I have done around my home this year to make it feel special and festive, despite the circumstances.

Christmas 2020 Home Tour
Here is a full view of my main Christmas tree in my living room this year.

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Christmas Entryway

First stop on my Christmas home tour is my entryway. This is the first area you see when you walk into my home, so I wanted it to be very festive and welcoming.

I have a little entryway nook right beside the door so I added in a cute, seasonal pillow (can you guess where the quote is from?!) and a festive sign and banner as well.

Christmas Entryway Nook

Right beside this little entryway nook is my favorite entryway table I got for my birthday this year. I left my dough bowl in the middle and added in some pine garland and rusty red bells.

I also replaced the candlesticks I had on one side with that cute table top tree as well. I even added in some battery operated string lights to the tree to give it more of a cozy glow at night.

Christmas Entryway Table
Here is a full view of how I styled my entryway for Christmas.
Christmas vignette on entryway table
Close up view of my riser on the table.

Under my cloche, I added in some cheap bottle brush trees. I used a mixture of tall and small trees to give it some definition. Also, remember those DIY Snow Globes I made last year??

I placed one in the back of that riser as you can see in the picture above! They are so cute and easy to place around the house for some instant Christmas cheer!

Living Room

My entryway and living room are all connected together so I tried to tie in the same theme in both of these areas. I love the buffalo plaid color scheme on my tree so I tried to tie in it multiple areas around the living room too.

I found those cute pillow covers off of Amazon and ordered enough to cover all the existing pillows I already had in my living room.

The ones I had were a light blur color, so they wouldn’t really match my color scheme. Pillow covers are a cheap and easy fix to tie in any holiday color scheme you have going on in you own home!

Christmas Living Room
Here is a full view of my Christmas living room this year!

I also love decorating around our fireplace and while we may not have a mantel, I still like to display my stockings. I used my blanket ladder to hang up my stockings by the fireplace.

I shared more about that in a post last year (see no mantel, no problem!) if you want more information on that.

Christmas Stocking Display
This is where I hang up our stockings!
Cozy Fireplace View
Cozy fireplace view.
Vintage Christmas Crock
Close up of my vintage Christmas crock.

I also had to style the shelves right beside the Christmas tree of course too. And again, you can see one of my DIY snow globes on here too.

I kept the placement of my vintage books the same, just added in some bottle brush trees and some Christmas signs and that was it!

Christmas Open Shelves in Living Room
Here is a closer view of my open shelves here!

Vintage Christmas Coffee Bar

Of course my favorite spot in my Christmas Home Tour is my coffee bar! I went with more of a vintage Christmas theme this year and I am so glad I did! I absolutely love how it turned out.

My vintage santa mugs hanging on the bar gives it such a perfect vintage touch I think!

I had to search high and low for these bad boys! And I ended up ordering most of them from Etsy. They are impossible to find around here.

I have only found two in person within the past two years locally. I am hoping to increase my collection eventually but for now I think I have a pretty good start!

Vintage Christmas Coffee Bar
Here is a full view of my vintage Christmas Coffee Bar this year.

I also continued the vintage theme on my tiered tray. I added in a vintage grocery tag on my flower frog and my cute santa salt and pepper shakers are vintage inspired too.

I tried to incorporate a lot of hot cocoa pieces too since it is Christmas time. I wanted it to be a combination of hot cocoa and coffee since I drink both during the holiday season!

Christmas Tiered Tray
Here is my tiered tray on my coffee bar.
Close Up Of Christmas Coffee Bar
Close up view of the coffee bar.

I got a lot of pieces from my friend Jackie’s shop, Rodworks Asheville, to decorate this space with this year. And if you remember from a few weeks ago, she was apart of my 20K giveaway too!

I love being able to support small shops and businesses during this tough Christmas season so I try to shop small and local as much as I can!

Dining Room

My dining room is connected to my coffee bar so I wanted to keep the whole vintage theme going on there.

I will share more about my vintage Christmas tablescape in a few days, so I won’t take up too much time here. But I will say I am very happy with how it turned out!

View of Christmas Dining Room
Here is a view of my Christmas dining room and coffee bar area.

I am also loving how my open shelves in the dining room turned out this year too. I think they definitely stayed on track with the whole vintage theme as well. I even added a santa mug there too.

This was actually one that I broke (I was sick to my stomach when that happened!). I opened it up from the package and dropped it on my granite countertop and it broke right in half.

Thank goodness some superglue fixed him right up, but I was too afraid to hang him on my coffee bar. So now he sits up there on the shelves looking pretty!

Christmas Open Shelves
Close up view of my open shelves.

I tried to add in as many Christmas touches as I could to my already styled vintage shelves. Such as adding in faux pine greenery in my ironstone pitchers up top and bottle brush trees in my vintage enamelware bowl in the middle.

I also love adding in fun, festive colored paper straws to my old dundee jar in the middle shelf too. I tend to do that for different seasons as well.

Christmas Bedroom

Next up on the Christmas home tour is our bedroom. I love having my two pencil trees in here as well. It gives the bedroom such a cozy and warm vibe.

I pretty much styled the bedroom the same as last year because I just loved that look so much.

Christmas Farmhouse Bedroom
Here is a full view of our Christmas bedroom this year.

If you want more information about how I styled this space, see my Christmas bedroom from last year. I did end up ordering two new Christmas trees for this space.

Because if you read my post from last year, you’ll notice how the two pencil trees didn’t match up entirely and that drove me crazy! So this year I finally got two matching ones.

But I also always love to add in a styled tray with some cute Christmas decor as well as a delicious smelling Christmas candle as well!

Christmas Tray On Bed

Vintage Christmas Office

I spend a lot of time in my office obviously writing blog posts, so I definitely like to add in a lot of Christmas decor here as well.

Especially when I sit in here and write, I love to have a full view of a Christmas tree too!

Tree Farm Candle

I have a little 6 foot tree right beside my desk in here so I can always look at the pretty glow! My goal for next year is to be able to decorate this tree all with vintage ornaments too.

I am hoping to find a lot next year since I didn’t really get a chance to get any this year. I also always love to have my favorite, Tree Farm Candle burning here as well. It definitely is the total scent of Christmas to me!

I also ended up ordering some vintage inspired Christmas prints for my wall behind my desk this year as well.

Vintage Christmas Office
View of my gallery wall behind my desk.

This prints came in a pack of four so I ended up putting my extra one on my open shelves in my office too.

That way my shelves have a little touch of Christmas to them too!

Office Christmas Shelves
Here is a close up view of my office Christmas shelves.

Guest Bedroom

I even added in some Christmas touches to our guest bedroom as well this year. I of course had to add in a little pencil Christmas tree in here as well!

I love having neutral bedding, that way I can easily add in a few pops of Christmas decor. Such as these cute Christmas pillow covers. I have the rest of them scattered around my house too.

Christmas Guest Bedroom
It’s fun to add in a few Christmas touches in here!
Christmas Bedroom Tray
I always love to have a cozy candle burning in here as well.

We recently installed some open shelving in here too and I added a few Christmas touches to those as well.

Such as my cute little DIY Gingerbread Houses I did a few weeks ago.

Gingerbread Houses in Guest Room
I am obsessed with the vintage rocker I have in the guest room too!
Gingerbread Houses on Shelves
Close up view of the open shelves!

Downstairs

Last up on my Christmas home tour is our Downstairs area. This is a space I rarely show on here or on my Instagram because it has sadly been neglected all this time!

We just haven’t really started styling this space until the very end of this year so I am very excited to finish this space up in the coming new year!

We got this amazing new Christmas tree for this space down here this year and it has several light changing options.

It can change from white to multi colored lights so I have definitely been enjoying the different lighting options!

Downstairs White Christmas Tree

We also finally got a little electric fireplace that works as a tv console for the space down here as well. I am so excited that this space is starting to look more and more put together.

Our dream is to transform it into a vintage game room! So maybe by next Christmas, we will have achieved that goal! I will of course let you know when we do!

Christmas TV Console
I haven’t been able to style this exactly how I want to yet, but here it is for now!
Christmas Candle Vignette
Close up view of my little Christmas vignette on the table.

End of Christmas Home Tour

Well friends, this concludes my Christmas 2020 Home Tour! I hope you enjoyed it as much I did while styling everything.

I absolutely love Christmastime and I am so sad to see it drawing to an end. I am also dreading taking down all of this decor!

As you can see, it will probably take me a few days to get everything back to normal! But, I hope you and your family have a very blessed Christmas this year and let’s all hope that 2021 is a little better to us!

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Comments

  1. Molly @ Transatlantic Notes says

    December 21, 2020 at 1:05 pm

    Oh, my goodness you have done such an amazing job, it looks like a model home!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 22, 2020 at 1:48 am

      Awe thank you Molly. I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  2. Rachel says

    December 21, 2020 at 1:18 pm

    Looks amazing.😀

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    • Charity Gentry says

      December 22, 2020 at 1:48 am

      Thank you so much Rachel! So glad you think so!

      Reply
  3. Fransic verso says

    December 21, 2020 at 7:32 pm

    Great work! I like the big brown clock and your Christmas tree looks pretty with the decoration on it.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 22, 2020 at 1:49 am

      Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. I love that clock too!

      Reply
  4. Fadima Mooneira says

    December 22, 2020 at 11:16 am

    Wow!!!!!!!! Beautiful Christmas decorations! Love your Christmas tree a lot. Thank you for taking me on a virtual tour.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 22, 2020 at 11:29 am

      Awe thank you. I am so glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  5. Cristina Rosano says

    December 22, 2020 at 1:34 pm

    Charity, I absolutely love your house and how much you decorate it! It comes out of dreams!! I love the tree and most of all the coffee station! Thanks for sharing xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 1:58 am

      Awe thank you so much! I love the coffee station too. Probably my favorite spot in the whole house! Lol

      Reply
  6. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    December 22, 2020 at 1:51 pm

    Wow! It looks absolutely stunning!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 1:58 am

      Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

      Reply
  7. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    December 22, 2020 at 3:45 pm

    I absolutely love your decorating style! You’ve created such a lovely, homey space – I wouldn’t want to leave here! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:02 am

      Awe thanks so much! I definitely don’t want to leave too much for sure!

      Reply
  8. Nic | Nic's Adventures & Bakes says

    December 22, 2020 at 3:54 pm

    Thanks for sharing your home it looks very cosy 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:04 am

      Thank you! I am so glad you think so!

      Reply
  9. lifestyleseason says

    December 22, 2020 at 4:31 pm

    Great post! Your house looks lovely and so festive. The decorations are so nice! Thank you for sharing this house tour with us!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:05 am

      Thank you so much. I am so glad you think so my friend!

      Reply
  10. britt says

    December 22, 2020 at 4:39 pm

    WOW beautiful work. Love all the finishing touches and the shelf that is so old-fashioned yet modern.

    See you around the virtual world!!!! https://www.positivitypledge.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:06 am

      Thank you. I really appreciate your kind words.

      Reply
  11. Under flowery sky says

    December 22, 2020 at 8:18 pm

    Wow I love taking the Christmas tour of your house which is so simple, vintage and elegant. Love the big snowy tree and coffee corner, all decorations are so lovely..

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:08 am

      Thank you so much. I love combining vintage and modern pieces together for my decor!

      Reply
  12. Angela says

    December 22, 2020 at 9:59 pm

    Omg, this is absolutely STUNNING!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:10 am

      Thank you so much Angela. I am so glad you think so!

      Reply
  13. Ali Trigg says

    December 22, 2020 at 10:04 pm

    Love this!! Especially your tree!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 2:11 am

      Awe thank you! I love the trees too. I will bad sad to take them all down.

      Reply
  14. markstraveljournal says

    December 23, 2020 at 1:08 pm

    Wow! I agree with you. Given the tough year, it’s hard to go overboard with Christmas decor this year. Especially with the optimism and good feelings that the holidays bring. I love your small touches and the small Christmas trees… thanks for the tour and Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 7:45 pm

      Thank you so much Mark! I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  15. Karalee Shotola says

    December 23, 2020 at 1:19 pm

    Your house is so perfect & festive for the holidays! It looks like a house in a magazine!
    I also love your Christmas tree!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      Awe thank you so much Karalee. I really appreciate that sweet compliment!

      Reply
  16. Britt K says

    December 23, 2020 at 1:50 pm

    If there is a year to go all out, this would be it! Right? With so much uncertainty and negativity around the world, we can at least welcome the holiday spirit into our homes and create our own little ‘safe place’ full of joy. We wavered on setting up the tree/wrapping gifts given that we weren’t going to have any company over but decided to go for it for exactly that reason.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 7:47 pm

      Yes! I totally agree with you. That’s why I went a little overboard this year for sure!

      Reply
  17. Olivia says

    December 23, 2020 at 2:46 pm

    Your house looks dreamy! So beautiful and very Xmas’y! I hope you and your family have a great Xmas – Merry Christmas to all! xoxo

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

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 7:50 pm

      Awe thank you so much Olivia! I really appreciate it! I hope you and your family have a very merry Christmas too!

      Reply
  18. Elle says

    December 23, 2020 at 4:37 pm

    You have impeccable taste in decor. This looks so dreamy and cozy.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 7:51 pm

      Awe thank you Elle. I really appreciate that. So glad you think so!

      Reply
  19. Claire Lomax says

    December 23, 2020 at 5:44 pm

    Your house is simply beautiful! Honestly I would move in right now!

    You have done such a good job of making it feel Christmasy but still really classic. I love it x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 7:53 pm

      Awe thank you Claire. I am so glad you think so! You are too sweet!

      Reply
  20. Sophie | Love and Literature says

    December 24, 2020 at 12:36 pm

    Absolutely stunning! I adore your style and homeware, and your pics are incredible! Hope you have a wonderful Christmas x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 25, 2020 at 7:11 pm

      Awe thank you so much Sophie! I hope you do as well!

      Reply

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I know the beach isn’t everyone’s favorite place, I know the beach isn’t everyone’s favorite place, but for me, there’s something incredibly healing about sitting by the ocean and listening to the waves roll in. 🌊

Living with chronic illness can feel overwhelming at times, and stress has a way of piling up faster than we realize. But the moment I sink my toes into the sand, breathe in the salty air, and watch the endless horizon, everything seems a little lighter.

A beach day isn’t just a vacation, it’s a reset for my mind, body, and soul. Whether it’s a quick walk along the shore or hours spent listening to the waves, the ocean always reminds me to slow down, breathe, and be present.

Anyone else feel like the beach is the ultimate stress relief? 🩵🌴

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I’m so tired of living like this, y’all. 💔 Just l I’m so tired of living like this, y’all. 💔

Just look at how badly my hands are shaking in this video. Yet every appointment seems to end with the same thing: “Your labs are normal, everything looks fine.”

But does this look fine to you?

I’m a dental hygienist, and when these episodes happen, I can barely hold my instruments. The shaking, internal vibrations, dizziness, nausea, racing heart rate, and feeling like I’m about to pass out have become a regular part of my life. It’s scary, frustrating, and honestly exhausting.

For years, I’ve been searching for answers while dealing with chronic illness symptoms that continue to get worse. Being told everything is “normal” when you know something is wrong is one of the hardest parts of this journey.

The good news is that I finally found a functional neurologist who actually listened to me and took my concerns seriously. 🙏 I have a full neurological workup scheduled for July 6th, and it truly cannot get here fast enough.

I’m desperate for answers. I’m tired of feeling miserable. And I’m hoping this appointment is finally the next step toward figuring out what’s causing these tremors, heart rate spikes, dizziness, and other symptoms.

Please keep me in your prayers that this appointment goes well and that I don’t hear the famous line, “Well, your labs are fine,” one more time. 😂🤞

If you’ve ever struggled with chronic illness, POTS symptoms, dysautonomia, unexplained tremors, or medical gaslighting, let me know in the comments. Sometimes it helps to know we’re not alone. ❤️

#medicalgaslighting #chronicillnesswarrior #shakyhands #potssyndrome #chronicillnesslife
Am I forgetting anything else? Tried to keep the l Am I forgetting anything else? Tried to keep the list short because my memory these days is also running out of space too 😜 

And in all seriousness, no I do not run. I actually hate running. So if you see me running, you should probably run too because that means a murderer or a wild animal is chasing me 🤷🏻‍♀️🤣

#relatablememes #relatablecomedy #runningoutoftime #runningoutofpatience #relatablecontent
POV: You left your husband in charge of wrapping a POV: You left your husband in charge of wrapping a birthday gift… and he wrapped it in TRASH BAGS. 🗑️🎁😂

I guess this will be the last time I hand over gift-wrapping duties! To be fair, the gift was way too big for a normal gift bag, so instead of going to the store, he apparently raided the kitchen trash can cabinet. 💀

Honestly, I can’t even be mad. The creativity is unmatched, and the bow on top really ties the whole “luxury garbage chic” aesthetic together. ✨🤣

Now the real question is… what do you think is inside?! Drop your guesses below ⬇️

#husbandwifecomedy #husbandwifejokes #povreels #giftwrappingideas #failvideo
Sometimes the smallest gifts carry the biggest mea Sometimes the smallest gifts carry the biggest meaning. 💛

After my endometriosis excision surgery, I treated myself to a special little gift from Kendra Scott. Using their Color Bar, I created a custom yellow necklace because yellow is the official color of Endometriosis Awareness.

This necklace is more than just jewelry. It’s a reminder to keep going on the hard days. To keep sharing my journey with endometriosis, chronic illness, chronic fatigue, and all the invisible struggles that so many women face every day.

If you’ve been following along, you know that surgery hasn’t been the miracle fix I hoped for. I’m still navigating symptoms, fatigue, and recovery. Some days it’s hard to explain just how exhausting chronic illness can be unless you’ve lived it yourself.

But this necklace reminds me that my story matters. It reminds me to continue advocating for better awareness, earlier diagnosis, and more conversations around women’s health. It reminds me to be a voice for those who feel unheard and to keep fighting for a future where endometriosis is taken seriously.

One of the greatest blessings from sharing my journey online has been finding this incredible community. I’ve met so many amazing women who truly understand the challenges of living with endometriosis, POTS-like symptoms, chronic pain, and chronic fatigue. Knowing we’re not alone makes all the difference.

So thank you for continuing to listen, support, and learn alongside me. 💛 I promise to keep showing up, sharing my story, and spreading awareness for the millions of women living with endometriosis.

If you’re an endo warrior too, tell me how long it took you to get diagnosed below. ⬇️

#endometriosis #endometriosisawareness #endometriosissupport #endometriosiswarrior #endosisters 

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This is Riley’s absolute favorite form of entertai This is Riley’s absolute favorite form of entertainment. We rarely get bugs inside, but when one manages to make its way in, she transforms into a tiny lion on a mission. 😂

What’s even funnier is that she’s been an indoor cat her entire life, yet her hunting skills are surprisingly impressive. The focus. The determination. The stalking. It’s all there. 🤣

Be sure to watch until the end because the lip-licking after she spots her “prey” absolutely sends me every time. 💀😂

Any other indoor cat owners have a little hunter living in their house? 🐾

#funnycat #funnycatvideos #funnycatvideo #indoorcat #catmom
There’s just something magical about a peaceful po There’s just something magical about a peaceful pool day with nothing but sunshine, vitamin D, and complete silence. No crowds, no splashing, no screaming kids, just pure relaxation and summer vibes. 😂

Now, did this private pool moment last all day? Absolutely not. About an hour later reality showed up. But honestly, one hour of peace and quiet was all I needed. 🤣

Anyone else dream of having the whole pool to themselves, or is that just my introvert personality talking? 👀☀️

#LTKSeasonal #LTKSwim #pooldays☀️ #poolsidevibes #introvertproblems 

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If you know me, then you know I’m a HUGE Southern If you know me, then you know I’m a HUGE Southern Charm fan. Honestly, watching Bravo reality shows is one of my favorite hobbies, and Craig Conover has always been one of my favorite Bravolebrities! 😂

So when I found out there was a grand reopening event at @sewingdownsouth while we were in Charleston, South Carolina, there was absolutely no way I was missing it. But what made it even better? They were actually filming for Southern Charm while we were there!

As someone who visits Charleston every chance I get and has watched Southern Charm for years, this felt like a total bucket-list moment. So keep your eyes peeled for Season 12… you just might spot me somewhere in the background. 😜

But can we talk about Craig for a second? We’ve met him before, and he is genuinely one of the nicest people. He spends so much time talking with fans, taking photos, signing autographs, and making everyone feel welcome. In a world where celebrity interactions can be hit or miss, he is the real deal.

If you’re planning a Charleston trip, make sure to add Sewing Down South to your itinerary. Whether you’re a Southern Charm fan or just love shopping local, it’s such a fun stop in the heart of downtown Charleston!

Now tell me, who’s your favorite Southern Charm cast member? 👇 #southerncharm #craigconover #sewingdownsouth #realitytvshow #bravotv
Anyone else have facial expressions that give away Anyone else have facial expressions that give away EVERY thought in their head? 😂 Because I swear I can’t hide what I’m thinking to save my life. I may not say a word, but my face will tell the whole story anyway. 🤦🏼‍♀️

Being overly expressive is both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, people always know where they stand with me. On the other hand, it has definitely gotten me into trouble more than once! 🤣

Sometimes I think about Botox, but then I remember I’d probably lose my greatest talent: making faces when people are being ridiculous. 😜 It’s honestly a survival skill at this point.

Thank goodness I wear a mask at work because it hides at least some of my reactions! 😂

Please tell me I’m not the only one whose facial expressions expose every emotion before they even say a word. Drop a 🙋🏼‍♀️ if your face is constantly spilling the tea!

#facialexpressions #relatablehumor  #botoxhumor #facialexpression #restingbitchface
If you deal with POTS symptoms, chronic dehydratio If you deal with POTS symptoms, chronic dehydration, or heat intolerance, then you know the struggle is REAL. 😅 I feel like I’m constantly trying to stay hydrated between drinking water, adding electrolytes, and hoping my body decides to cooperate for once.

But if I’m being honest, no amount of water hydrates my soul quite like the ocean does. 🌊💙 There is just something about sitting by the beach, listening to the waves, and feeling the salt air that instantly makes me feel better.

Now, does having POTS-like symptoms mean I don’t tolerate the summer heat very well? Absolutely. 😂 But that’s a sacrifice I’m willing to make for a little beach therapy. You’ll find me parked in the water, sipping my electrolytes, pretending I’m a mermaid, and refusing to leave until further notice. 🤣

The ocean may not cure my dehydration, but it sure does wonders for my mental health. 🌊☀️

Anyone else feel like the beach is the best kind of therapy?

And also, my cute swimsuit is on sale for just $24 today too! So if you’re in need of a new swimsuit for summer, check it out! 😉

#LTKSwim #LTKTravel #pots #potssyndrome #beachtherapy 

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AD | If you’ve been seeing those viral courtside-i AD | If you’ve been seeing those viral courtside-inspired t-shirts all over your feed lately, you’re not alone! 🏀 I knew I had to put my own spin on the trend, so I grabbed my @cricut machine and created this custom courtside tee from scratch.

One of my favorite things about Cricut is how easy it makes it to bring creative ideas to life. Whether you’re making custom t-shirts, personalized gifts, home decor, or party projects, the possibilities are endless! And honestly? Making your own shirts is a little addictive once you get started. 😂

I love being able to create something unique that no one else has, and Cricut cuts make the whole process so simple and fun.

Do you have a Cricut machine too? Tell me your favorite thing to make in the comments! ⬇️

#cricutcourtside #cricut #courtside #diyshirt #cricutcrafts
🚨 Marriage tip of the day: Don’t forget to water y 🚨 Marriage tip of the day:
Don’t forget to water your money tree daily. 🌳💸

Mine occasionally complains about being overwatered, but that’s a risk I’m willing to take. 😂

How often are you watering yours? 👇🤣

#marriagehumor #husbandwifejokes #husbandwifecomedy #moneytree #coupleshumor
If you’re looking for cute patriotic outfits, Four If you’re looking for cute patriotic outfits, Fourth of July fashion, and all the Americana vibes this summer, you NEED to see Pink Lily’s Americana Collection! ❤️🤍💙

From cozy graphic tees and lightweight sweaters to adorable swimsuits, pajamas, and accessories, they have everything you need for summer vacations, backyard BBQs, lake days, and all your patriotic celebrations.

And the best part? Their Semi-Annual Sale is happening right now, making it the perfect time to stock up on all your favorite summer styles before they’re gone! ☀️🇺🇸

Which piece would you wear first? ❤️

#LTKSaleAlert #LTKPetite #LTKSeasonal #fourthofjulyoutfit #patrioticoutfit 

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Plot twist: Riley’s biological mom is still part o Plot twist: Riley’s biological mom is still part of the family too! 😹🐾

A few years ago on Valentine’s Day morning, my mom discovered a mama cat and her three kittens on her front porch. As a lifelong cat lover, there was absolutely no way I wasn’t bringing one of those sweet rescue kittens home once she was old enough. And that’s how Riley became part of our family. ❤️

Fast forward to today, and Riley has grown into the funniest, sassiest, most personality-filled cat I’ve ever had. She’s definitely not a lap cat, and she makes you work for every ounce of attention and affection, but somehow that just makes me love her even more. 😂

The best part? My mom ended up keeping Riley’s mom, Smoke, while finding loving homes for all the other kittens. So Riley’s mama is still around, and we get to see her from time to time. 🥹🐱

It feels like this whole rescue cat story was just meant to be. ❤️

Do your pets have a special adoption story too? Share it below! ⬇️🐾

#CatMom #RescueCat #CatLover #happycaturday #adoptdontshop
Give me a pool, a good book, and some sunshine, an Give me a pool, a good book, and some sunshine, and I’m set for the entire day! There’s just something about soaking up a little vitamin D, listening to the water, and completely slowing down for a few hours. And let’s not forget the elite summer activity: the post-lunch poolside nap. 😂

These are the simple summer moments I look forward to all year long, and honestly, I wish every Friday could look like this!

Are you team pool day, beach day, or lake day? ☀️ 

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Last year, my hubby gifted me a monthly massage me Last year, my hubby gifted me a monthly massage membership for my birthday, and honestly, it has been one of the best gifts I’ve ever received. As someone who deals with chronic lower back pain and everyday stress, I count down the days until my next appointment!

Sure, it’s not a permanent fix, but even a little relief can make a huge difference. I always leave feeling more relaxed, less tense, and ready to take on life again (or at least survive another work week 😜).

If you’ve ever struggled with chronic pain, muscle tension, or stress, you know how amazing that post-massage feeling is!

So tell me… are you a massage person too, or do you prefer other self-care treatments? 👇
#massagetherapy #chronicpainrelief #chronicpainmemes #chronicpainawareness #massagetime
I proudly present… the most expensive homegrown pe I proudly present… the most expensive homegrown pepper we’ve ever grown. 🌶️🤣

After all the money we’ve spent on raised garden beds, soil, plants, fertilizer, and supplies, this little pepper is basically worth its weight in gold! 😂 But honestly, there’s nothing more rewarding than walking outside and harvesting fresh vegetables from your own backyard garden.

And let me tell you… this pepper was DELICIOUS! 🙌 Now I’m anxiously waiting for our cucumbers, squash, and tomatoes to really start producing. There’s just something so exciting about watching a vegetable garden grow and finally getting to enjoy the fruits (and veggies!) of your labor.

Who else is gardening this year? 🌱 What are you growing, and what’s been your biggest success so far? Drop your garden updates below because I love seeing what everyone is growing! 👇🍅🥒🌶️
#raisedgarden #raisedgardenbeds #peppers #gardeningtherapy #gardeninglove
POV: You order faux ferns from Amazon thinking the POV: You order faux ferns from Amazon thinking they’ll be ready to hang… and then they show up needing an entire assembly project. 🤣🌿

Apparently, if I had actually read the product description, I would have known that. But who has time for details when you’re busy adding things to your cart? 😂

After a LOT of fluffing, shaping, and styling, though, these faux hanging ferns turned out so good! I love using artificial hanging baskets on our porch because they’re completely low-maintenance, stay green year-round, and don’t require me to climb a ladder every few days to water them. As someone who’s vertically challenged, that’s a major win. 🤣

If you’re looking for realistic faux outdoor plants, easy porch decorating ideas, or low-maintenance outdoor decor, I highly recommend giving these a try!

Would you choose real plants or faux plants for your porch? 🌿👇

Comment “FERNS” below and I’ll send you the link! #whatiorderedvswhatigot #whatiorderedversuswhatigot #whatiordered #fauxplants #ferns
Can we talk about how exhausting working with the Can we talk about how exhausting working with the public can be? Some days I’m convinced my true calling is being a remote work, stay-at-home employee with minimal social interaction because nothing drains my social battery faster. 😅

But here we are, another workday, another dollar, and we’re just gonna power through and get it done. 💪

Anyone else feel completely wiped out after talking to people all day, or is that just my introvert/neurodivergent brain? 🤪 #workhumor #workingwiththepublic #officehumor #relatablecontent #funnyworkmemes
Happy Sunday, friends! ☀️Sharing a few cozy Sunday Happy Sunday, friends! ☀️Sharing a few cozy Sunday stills of our front porch today because I’m absolutely soaking up this beautiful weather. There’s just something special about slowing down, enjoying some good old-fashioned porch sitting, and taking in the sights and sounds of summer. Anyone else spending time outside today?

I’m especially excited that we finally got our flower beds refreshed and ready for the season! 🌸🐦 The colorful blooms have already started attracting hummingbirds, and watching them dart around the flowers from inside the house each morning has quickly become one of my favorite parts of the day.

Between the front porch decor, blooming flowers, and warm summer sunshine, home feels extra sweet right now. ❤️

Wishing you all a relaxing Sunday filled with sunshine, fresh air, and a little time to enjoy the simple things. #sundaystills #flowerbed #flowerbeds #porchdecor #porchsitting

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