POV: You survived your first full week back at wor POV: You survived your first full week back at work after endometriosis excision surgery… and this is what recovery really looks like. 😂

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.

If you’ve had endometriosis excision surgery, how long did the fatigue last for you after returning to work? Please tell me this part doesn’t last forever! 😂👇 

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6f5M2

#postoprecovery #womenwithendometriosis #surgeryrecovery #chronicillnesslife #chronicillnesssupport
POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you rem POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you remember you’re funding your cat’s luxury lifestyle. 😹

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. 🐾

But unfortunately, someone has to pay for the treats, toys, fancy food, and all the other necessities required to maintain this luxury cat lifestyle. And that someone is me. 😅

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. 🤣

Any other cat parents feel like they’re just employees funding their pets’ dreams? 🐱💸 #stayathomecat #stayathomecatmom #catmom #catmomproblems #catmomprobs
Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Goo Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Google every possible side effect before starting a new medication? Because I swear if there’s a rare reaction listed, somehow I’m the lucky winner. 🤣

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. 🤞😂

Tell me I’m not the only one who reads the side effects before taking a new prescription! 👇 #sideeffects #medicationsideeffects #chronicallyill #chronicillnesslife #chronicillnessmemes
Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙 There’s Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙

There’s just something about decorating with old red, white, and blue treasures that makes a home feel extra cozy for summer. I love styling my dining room shelves with vintage Americana pieces, antique finds, and patriotic decor that can stay up from Memorial Day all the way through the Fourth of July and beyond!

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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Spring · March 30, 2020

Creating an Easter Tablescape

So if you have been around here long enough, then you know I love to create seasonal tablescapes, and Easter is no exception! If you want to learn how to create an easter tablescape, then this post is for you!

Even though it looks like we will still be in self isolation by then too. But no worries, if I am stuck at home, I still want my table to be pretty and decorated!

Plus, I already had my table all decked out for Easter before this coronavirus outbreak! So I figured I would share with you all just how I created my Easter tablescape and that way if you want to style one too, it can give you some inspiration!

Full View of my Easter Tablescape
Here is a full view of how my Easter Tablescape looks this year! Click the link below for my dining room table and chairs!

Use What You Already Have On Hand

If you remember from my previous Vintage Valentines Day tablescape, I created a dough bowl full of greenery and brass candlesticks.

Well, to make things even easier with my Easter tablescape, I kept that all the same! I still love the look of it and I think the garland I have in there is still perfect for Spring and Easter.

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I also kept the cute little ironstone teacups I had in the middle of the place settings for my Valentine’s Day table too.

But for my Easter tablescape, I moved them to the side so you could see my adorable Rae Dunn egg shaped plates. I mean those are way too cute to be covered up, right?!

Rae Dunn Egg Plate for Easter Tablescape
Here you can see my cute egg plates and the ironstone teacups to the side of the place setting!

Add New, Inexpensive Touches

You guys have heard me say it before, but switching up the napkins is such an easy, cost effective way to create a whole new table setting.

I used these blue and white striped napkins and I love how bright and cheerful they make my table appear. And I actually already had these napkins from last Easter too so I didn’t have to spend any money!

On the sides of my dough bowl I added these cute chippy white birdhouses that I found from the Target dollar spot a few years ago.

I thought they added the perfect touch of Spring and helped fill in that open space between the dough bowl and the place setting.

Chippy White Birdhouse on Easter Tablescape
Look at that cute chippy white birdhouse- perfect for spring!

So really, that’s all I did to create my Easter tablescape this year. Super easy and simple and I kept the majority of it the same so it was so easy to switch out and make it new and fresh again.

What do you guys think? Let me know below and I would love to know if you set up a special table for Easter too!

Creating An Easter Tablescape
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Comments

  1. Bexa says

    March 30, 2020 at 2:49 pm

    I love your table layout, it looks so fresh and pretty! I especially love the greenery and the egg shaped plates – so adorable! The little bird houses are super cute too, perfect for the Springtime. Thank you for the inspiration, hope you have a lovely Easter! <3 xx

    Bexa | http://www.hellobexa.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 3:44 pm

      Awe thank you my friend. I hope you have a lovely Easter as well! And thank you so much for your sweet words!

      Reply
  2. Lisa says

    March 30, 2020 at 2:57 pm

    I absolutely LOVE your dough bowl centre piece, it looks so fresh and pretty, the perfect Easter table decoration. It’s hard to believe that Easter is only next week now, where is time going? Thank you for sharing your lovely home decorations 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 3:47 pm

      I know right! I cannot believe how close Easter is. It’s so crazy that it is almost here. Thank you for the compliment and I hope you and your family have a lovely Easter!

      Reply
  3. Daisy says

    March 30, 2020 at 2:58 pm

    Oh wow! That is adorable!! I’d totally do this if I could but with everything going, I’ll have to find a different way! The UK isn’t as fun as this! xD

    Daisy xoxo | TheDeeWhoLived

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    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 3:47 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I hope you find a way to decorate! It always keeps me busy when I am stuck at home! Love trying to keep my mind busy during these times.

      Reply
      • Bella Vita Blog says

        April 1, 2020 at 7:58 pm

        I love your table setup! So aesthetically pleasing, organized, and perfect for Easter.

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        • Charity Gentry says

          April 1, 2020 at 8:51 pm

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

          Reply
  4. Quinn says

    March 30, 2020 at 4:00 pm

    This is so simplistic yet beautiful, that I’m now desperate for a dining table! Unfortunately there’s not enough room in my flat to have one. But one I have enough room to store one you’ll bet I’ll be taking some inspiration from your table settings! They’re so pretty.

    Thank you for sharing and have a lovely day 🙂

    Quinn x

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  5. Kyra | LoveKyra.co.uk says

    March 30, 2020 at 4:20 pm

    This is so aesthetically pleasing! I especially love the “hop to it” plates, they’re so cute!
    -Kyra xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 5:12 pm

      Thank you so much Kyra. I love those plates too!

      Reply
  6. dasia pollard says

    March 30, 2020 at 5:09 pm

    Wow! I’m definitely a fan of this 😍 i love it.
    and i will be sharing!

    da’siapollard.com, stay safe xoxo

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 5:14 pm

      Thank you. I really appreciate that and hope you are staying safe as well!

      Reply
  7. Savannah says

    March 30, 2020 at 6:23 pm

    Beautiful! This is such a great-looking table. I love the small details that come together. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 7:00 pm

      Thank you so much Savannah. I appreciate it!

      Reply
  8. Aimsy says

    March 30, 2020 at 6:30 pm

    Oh, I love how the table looks! So simple but definitely packs a punch! Those egg-shaped plates are fab too. Will be using this as a bit of inspiration.

    Thanks for sharing!

    Aimsy xoxo
    Aimsy’s Antics

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    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 7:02 pm

      Thank you so much! I try to keep it as simple as I can!

      Reply
  9. Kelly Diane says

    March 30, 2020 at 6:49 pm

    That table looks so lovely

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 7:03 pm

      Thank you so much Kelly.

      Reply
  10. Emily Birks says

    March 30, 2020 at 7:07 pm

    This is such a lovely post, and your tablescape looks gorgeous! Those egg shaped dishes might be the cutest thing I’ve ever seen.

    Emily | http://www.emilyjanebirks.co.uk

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    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 7:18 pm

      Thank you so much Emily! I think they are adorable too!

      Reply
  11. A Capone Connection says

    March 30, 2020 at 7:28 pm

    I always enjoy seeing your table settings because they are so pretty. I like the way you place your cloth napkins. I never really feel like mine look right with the napkin ring on and then they are bulky and hard to place. I’m going to try it the way you did it. Also, I don’t know why I didn’t ever think to use teacups instead of wine glasses?!? (Maybe because I have SOO many wine glasses.) This idea opens up some new possibilities for me. Thank you so much!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 1:16 pm

      Awe good. I am so glad I could inspire you a little today! And yes I am not a fan of napkin rings because I don’t know where to put them on my place setting. I love to place them under my plates. I think it gives it a more streamlined and clean look!

      Reply
  12. Heather says

    March 31, 2020 at 12:22 pm

    SO pretty! I love that you encourage starting with what you have. I bet there can be some really creative tablescapes without even buying more stuff!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 1:16 pm

      Exactly! I am definitely trying to use as much as I can that I already have right now. Since I am currently not working and all the stores are closed anyways! So I am trying to be creative and resourceful!

      Reply
  13. Francisca Rockey says

    March 31, 2020 at 12:33 pm

    Your table layout is gorgeous! I’m spending Easter at my mums house this year (I’m isolating with them) and she has more resources and space for me to create something like this.

    Francisca | http://www.franciscarockey.co.uk

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    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 1:20 pm

      Oh perfect! You definitely should. Creating spaces like this always make me happy. Even if I stuck at home!

      Reply
  14. Elisha says

    March 31, 2020 at 1:25 pm

    Your tablescape is simply beautiful! The modern farmhouse style is my absolute favorite and you pulled it together perfectly. Those egg plates are adorable, love ’em! Great inspiration, have a wonderful Easter!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 1:51 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Yes, modern farmhouse is definitely my style and I try to achieve that look throughout my home! I hope you have a wonderful Easter too!

      Reply
  15. Sue Berk Koch says

    March 31, 2020 at 1:52 pm

    I have your rug as a runner! I love it. Where did you find your table runner? It’s a great neutral.

    Looking at your lovely table perked me up! Thank you.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 1:54 pm

      Thank you so much my friend. I appreciate that! The table runner is actually leftover wedding decoration we had laying around. It is just a piece of burlap and it ended up being the perfect size for our table!

      Reply
  16. Mrs. P&P says

    March 31, 2020 at 2:04 pm

    I’m loving these holiday decor posts! Keep them coming!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      Thank you so much. I will because I love to decorate!

      Reply
  17. Emma says

    March 31, 2020 at 2:09 pm

    OMG! I am in love, it looks so fresh and gorgeous. Such a fab idea to dress a table up for occasions like this. Just given you a instagram follow so I can keep updated 🙂

    Emma – http://www.lifeofemmax.co.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 4:26 pm

      Awe thank you so much Emma! I appreciate all the support and encouragement!

      Reply
  18. Madi says

    March 31, 2020 at 2:43 pm

    This is beautiful! thank you so much for this. I was searching for a way to make our holiday table special for the kids as we won’t be celebrating with family due to this lockdown situation – and this is a great way to do it, thank you for the lovely inspiration.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 4:27 pm

      No problem! I figured it could lift anyone’s spirits up right now doing a little easter decorating even though we won’t be having a huge dinner. It’s always nice to look at pretty decorations!

      Reply
  19. Kate says

    March 31, 2020 at 4:13 pm

    I absolutely love the plates and Easter decor! It’s times like this where I wish I owned a dinning table to gather my extended family around.

    Kate | thelittlecrunch.co.uk

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    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 4:33 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Yes, we love our dining table but it’s just my hubby and I so we don’t use it that much! We mainly just sit on our island and eat.

      Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 4:33 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Yes, we love our dining table but it’s just my hubby and I so we don’t use it that much! We mainly just sit on our island and eat there.

      Reply
  20. Kayleigh Zara says

    March 31, 2020 at 4:43 pm

    Your table is so white and fresh! I looks so cute, I really love the Easter themed plate, especially the hop ones. X

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 7:04 pm

      Thank you so much Kayleigh! I do too, they are just perfect for Easter!

      Reply
  21. FATIMAH says

    March 31, 2020 at 5:01 pm

    Your creativity is amazing! Such a sweet, elegant yet simple way to spread out on a table x

    FATIMAH | ROSEYGOLDBOX
    http://www.roseygoldbox.blogspot.co.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate that sweet compliment!

      Reply
  22. Sarah | Digital Motherhood says

    March 31, 2020 at 5:56 pm

    Love this, looks very classy. Loving the plates.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 7:08 pm

      Thank you so much! I love the egg plates too. Just the perfect touch for Easter!

      Reply
  23. Al says

    March 31, 2020 at 6:11 pm

    The egg plates are super cute! I love novelty items like those just to make Easter that little bit more special!

    Al x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 7:10 pm

      I do too! And it makes decorating for the holiday so easy!

      Reply
  24. Ellie says

    March 31, 2020 at 7:29 pm

    This is so cute!! I don’t really do much for Easter but this has given me so much inspo!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 8:48 pm

      Thank you so much Ellie! I love to add a few touches all around my home when I can!

      Reply
  25. Ellie says

    March 31, 2020 at 7:37 pm

    Loved this, the table looks great! I love the egg plates xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 8:48 pm

      Thank you! I do too! They are so perfect for Easter!

      Reply
  26. Holly says

    March 31, 2020 at 8:29 pm

    Oh those little egg plates are just adorable ♥️♥️ I love the little birdhouse too! What a lovely setup xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 31, 2020 at 8:49 pm

      Thank you so much! I love the birdhouse too, it is perfect for Spring!

      Reply
  27. Sophie says

    March 31, 2020 at 10:06 pm

    I’m not shocked at that this looks absolutely incredible but I love how bright and fresh everything looks. Your little ouches look great on the table even though they’re small, it really helps bring it all together. We don’t typically do much for Easter but we’re on lockdown now anyway so I doubt the day will be anything too special x

    Sophie

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 12:44 pm

      Thank you so much Sophie. I had all this put together actually before the lockdown happened. So it will just be my hubby and I for Easter but at least we will have a pretty tablescape to enjoy!

      Reply
  28. DOLLED UP BY J says

    April 1, 2020 at 7:34 am

    This table looks so inviting and homey but also modern! Love the simple touches everywhere. xo

    http://www.dolledupbyj.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 12:45 pm

      Thank you so much! I strive to achieve the modern farmhouse look in my house!

      Reply
  29. Jo | My Anxious Life says

    April 1, 2020 at 9:19 am

    Wow, so beautiful! I love beautiful table layouts, and always admire them when when Ina Garten does them on her show. I need to give it a go at home!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      Oh yes. They are so much fun to create! Plus, I have way too many dishes so it helps with my storage situation to leave some out of the table so they aren’t taking up space in my cabinets!

      Reply
  30. Daisy Hudson says

    April 1, 2020 at 11:18 am

    This is absolutely stunning! I love simple home decor like this!

    http://www.daisyhudson.co.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you so much. I try to keep it as simple and easy as I can!

      Reply
  31. Charles says

    April 1, 2020 at 1:06 pm

    What a great table layout. I love the plates, super cute. I’m looking forward to a nice Easter Dinner and then gorging on Easter Eggs.

    GR | https://www.thegreat.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 4:57 pm

      Thank you so much! And that sounds like a great plan, I hope you have a wonderful Easter!

      Reply
  32. Marissa says

    April 1, 2020 at 2:54 pm

    These photos are very lovely – I love how clean they look! Your editing skills are top notch. Thanks for sharing, I love aesthetically pleasing posts like these!

    🌸 Marissa Belle | marsybun.com x 🌸

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 4:59 pm

      Awe thank you so much Marissa. I really appreciate it. I actually only use a preset for all my pictures and that’s the only thing I do to edit them!

      Reply
  33. Carolyn says

    April 1, 2020 at 2:57 pm

    How cute is this! What a beautiful and simple way to design an Easter tablescape. I love how simple it is (those “egg hunt” plates are to die-for). I feel like Easter decorations can be a little garish sometimes (too many pastels!) and this does a great job of conveying “Easter,” without going overboard. Thanks!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 5:00 pm

      Thank you so much Carolyn! Yes, I wanted to keep my tablescape pretty neutral this year and not add in too much pastels for it. I always appreciate your kind words!

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  34. Mariam says

    April 1, 2020 at 3:42 pm

    That looks STUNNING! You have such a good eye for decor!

    bossbabechroniclesblog.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 5:02 pm

      Awe thank you so much Mariam. I really appreciate that

      Reply
  35. Lindsay says

    April 1, 2020 at 5:13 pm

    Charity this is gorgeous! I love those RD egg plates! Hope you’re well during this time.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 6:09 pm

      Awe thanks Lindsay! I am and I hope you are as well!

      Reply
  36. Lozza says

    April 1, 2020 at 6:40 pm

    Oh wow this really is table goals!

    You’ve done an amazing job 😊 I absolutely love how you’ve decorated here and it makes me want to do mine too now!

    Love Lozza xo
    https://girlygabble.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 6:47 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I love being able to inspire people with my decorations! It makes my heart happy. Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  37. Ella Jones says

    April 1, 2020 at 8:49 pm

    What a lovely table set up!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 1, 2020 at 8:54 pm

      Thank you Ella. I appreciate it!

      Reply
  38. Jenni @ I on Image says

    April 2, 2020 at 1:31 pm

    I absolutely love your decoration style and ideas! I am inspired to try nice things at home too. My style is also farm house with a Nordic twist. Thank you for posting this xxx

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 2, 2020 at 2:46 pm

      Awe thank you so much. I can’t wait to see what you come up with! I love how you described your style!

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  39. Magen says

    April 2, 2020 at 8:46 pm

    Your table is so pretty! It’s so simple and clean and just perfect for the spring time and Easter. I wish I was able to do beautiful tables like this but my kids would destroy it as soon as it was done. SO I live through others with their beautiful tables.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 2, 2020 at 9:06 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Yes, this would definitely be hard to do if you had kids! I just have a cat, and he messes things up sometimes, but not too much!

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  40. Artah says

    April 2, 2020 at 8:50 pm

    I loved reading your post! I love how you decorated your table! It gave me so much inspiration for mine! It’s so creative, especially with the cute pumpkins and their colors😍

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 2, 2020 at 9:08 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Yes, I love the dough bowl and being able to change out the decorations in it per season. It makes it fun to change up for sure!

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  41. Beka says

    April 2, 2020 at 8:58 pm

    This is so beautiful 😍 I wish I had that sort of creativity! I’m still living in my parents house as well, so maybe when I have my own place and some freedom I can make beautiful tablescapes like you. My mum is the kind of person who likes everything to be cleared away when we’re not using it, unfortunately 😂 maybe I can change her mind, though!

    Beka | http://www.bekadaisies.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 2, 2020 at 9:10 pm

      Yes! I got much more creative when I got my own house! And I like having my plates and dishes out on the table ready to be used because it frees up my cabinet space as well too!

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  42. Jazmin says

    April 2, 2020 at 9:31 pm

    Oh it looks so cute! I love those little egg plates – perfect xx

    Jazmin | https://www.jazminheavenblog.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 3, 2020 at 11:59 am

      Thank you so much! I do too, they are so perfect for Easter!

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  43. Riana says

    April 2, 2020 at 9:40 pm

    This is so pretty! I love that it’s really simple with soft colours, and more grown up too. And I love that you advocate using things you already have at home.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 3, 2020 at 12:00 pm

      Thank you. I am definitely trying to “shop my home” and use what I have on hand!

      Reply
  44. Olivia says

    April 2, 2020 at 10:07 pm

    This looks so beautiful, amazing set up! Definitely motivating to design a setting as good as yours. Can’t wait for Easter!

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

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 3, 2020 at 12:01 pm

      Awe thanks Olivia. I hope you have a wonderful Easter as well!

      Reply
  45. Holly says

    April 3, 2020 at 12:00 am

    This is gorgeous, very chic and sophisticated!! Your blog pictures are always so gorgeous – I love seeing them.

    Holly x
    http://www.adailydoseofholly.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 3, 2020 at 12:02 pm

      Awe thanks Holly. You are just too sweet!

      Reply
  46. Lauren says

    April 3, 2020 at 7:58 am

    Love this, the egg plates are very cute!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 3, 2020 at 12:02 pm

      Thank you! I love the egg plates too!

      Reply
  47. Nancy says

    April 3, 2020 at 11:06 pm

    Oooh, I love the table setup for Easter! Big plus when you don’t need to spend a lot of money but still get to have a nice setup. I love the saying on each of the little plates on top. Thanks for sharing this cute tablescape! Stay safe!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 4, 2020 at 12:01 pm

      Thank you so much Nancy! I hope you are staying safe and well too!

      Reply
  48. Adam says

    April 10, 2020 at 2:20 pm

    I love the whole design, the colours the layout….but most of all I love those birdhouses, just the perfect finishing touch.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 10, 2020 at 2:32 pm

      Awe thank you so much Adam! I do too! I use them all the time and I got them several years ago at Target for just $3 a piece! Definitely one of my favorite finds for Spring!

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  49. Annie says

    April 10, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    Love Love Love! Beautiful table displays, given me some fantastic ideas to use for easter this weekend. what a lovely way to bring a smile to the families face. I’ll be sure to pass this on to other family members too! Thank you.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 10, 2020 at 2:56 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I appreciate that! Glad I can help inspire you for Easter!

      Reply
  50. Bobbi says

    April 10, 2020 at 4:29 pm

    I love this, it’s giving me so many great ideas for Easter. I really love the egg plates! x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 11, 2020 at 12:41 pm

      Thank you so much! I do too!

      Reply
  51. Maddie says

    April 11, 2020 at 7:21 pm

    This is so cute! I love the egg plates! Looks amazing 🙂

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 11, 2020 at 9:07 pm

      Thank you! I love the egg plates too!

      Reply
  52. Moonibrahim says

    April 11, 2020 at 8:01 pm

    Good efforts

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 11, 2020 at 9:11 pm

      Thank you

      Reply
  53. Sophie | Love and Literature says

    April 12, 2020 at 2:36 pm

    Love it! Your table layout is adorable, I especially love the little egg-shaped plates – so cute!
    Also, your blog is beautiful – Happy Easter 😀

    Take care and stay safe,
    Sophie | Love and Literature x

    https://www.loveandliterature.co.uk/

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 12, 2020 at 5:39 pm

      Awe thank you so much Sophie. I really appreciate that! I love the egg plates too! I will be sad to put them away after Easter this year. Hope you are staying safe and well too!

      Reply
  54. Louna says

    April 12, 2020 at 5:25 pm

    Lovely tablescape! I love the bright, pastel blue and wood together!

    I love creating tablescapes as the seasons and occasions change. It’s a lovely way to add in some seasonal vibes.

    Thanks for the lovely post!

    Happy Easter lovely x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 12, 2020 at 5:41 pm

      Thank you so much! Happy Easter to you as well! I love changing up my tablescapes for every season too! It’s always so much fun!

      Reply
  55. J | thenellybean says

    April 13, 2020 at 12:47 pm

    Oh this is so beautiful and looks so elegant! I love the rustic feel and those little egg plates are adorable.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 13, 2020 at 2:48 pm

      Thank you so much! I am sad to put them away now that Easter is over!

      Reply

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POV: You survived your first full week back at wor POV: You survived your first full week back at work after endometriosis excision surgery… and this is what recovery really looks like. 😂

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.

If you’ve had endometriosis excision surgery, how long did the fatigue last for you after returning to work? Please tell me this part doesn’t last forever! 😂👇 

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POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you rem POV: You had a rough day at work, but then you remember you’re funding your cat’s luxury lifestyle. 😹

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. 🐾

But unfortunately, someone has to pay for the treats, toys, fancy food, and all the other necessities required to maintain this luxury cat lifestyle. And that someone is me. 😅

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. 🤣

Any other cat parents feel like they’re just employees funding their pets’ dreams? 🐱💸 #stayathomecat #stayathomecatmom #catmom #catmomproblems #catmomprobs
Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Goo Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Google every possible side effect before starting a new medication? Because I swear if there’s a rare reaction listed, somehow I’m the lucky winner. 🤣

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. 🤞😂

Tell me I’m not the only one who reads the side effects before taking a new prescription! 👇 #sideeffects #medicationsideeffects #chronicallyill #chronicillnesslife #chronicillnessmemes
Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙 There’s Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙

There’s just something about decorating with old red, white, and blue treasures that makes a home feel extra cozy for summer. I love styling my dining room shelves with vintage Americana pieces, antique finds, and patriotic decor that can stay up from Memorial Day all the way through the Fourth of July and beyond!

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?!
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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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