If you’ve been following my chronic illness journe If you’ve been following my chronic illness journey for a while, you already know how many doctors, specialists, tests, and appointments I’ve been through. Time after time, I was told I was “fine,” “everything looks normal,” or that it was “just anxiety.”

But after my appointment with @carolina_functional_neurology, I finally felt heard.

They agreed that what I’ve been experiencing is not normal. They believe I have POTS, and they also think there could be other neurological issues that need to be investigated. After years of questioning myself because of medical gaslighting, hearing a doctor validate my symptoms was something I’ll never forget.

At this point, I don’t think one Netflix documentary would be enough to cover this whole journey. 🤣

The saddest part? I know so many of you have messaged me saying you’ve experienced the exact same thing. It’s heartbreaking how common medical gaslighting has become, especially for people living with chronic illness or invisible illnesses.

So if you’re still searching for answers, this is your reminder: don’t stop advocating for yourself. Keep asking questions. Keep pushing for second opinions. Keep fighting for the care you deserve.

You know your body better than anyone else.

And if you’ve been medically gaslit too, I want you to know you’re not alone. ❤️

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Yesterday felt like a turning point. 🤍 We drove t Yesterday felt like a turning point. 🤍

We drove to Charlotte to see a functional neurologist, and for the first time in a long time, I left an appointment feeling heard instead of dismissed.

After listening to everything I’ve been experiencing and putting me through what they jokingly called the “Brain Olympics” 😂 (seriously…SO many neurological tests), they agreed that my symptoms are not normal. They also agree that I likely have POTS, which honestly brought so much validation after everything I’ve been through.

The testing also showed signs that something may be going on with my cerebellum that’s causing my autonomic nervous system to misfire. Because of that, they want me to get a brain MRI to investigate further, including looking for things like Chiari malformation. They’re also ordering additional bloodwork and testing for celiac disease to make sure nothing else is contributing to everything I’ve been experiencing.

Am I nervous? Absolutely.

But for the first time in a very long time, I also feel hopeful.

I know none of these are answers yet, but having a doctor who believes me, listens, and is committed to figuring this out means more than I can explain. After years of wondering if I was just imagining things or being told my tests were “normal,” that validation alone feels like a huge win.

Thank you to everyone who has checked on me, prayed for me, encouraged me, and shared your own experiences. Your support has helped me keep pushing for answers when it would’ve been easier to give up.

I’m taking this journey one step at a time, and I’ll continue to keep you all updated. ❤️

Have you ever had to fight to get a doctor to truly listen to you? I’d love to hear your story in the comments. 👇
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Don’t get me wrong, I still love summer, pool days, and sunshine. But there’s just something about fall that has my heart. The cozy vibes, cooler weather, pumpkin everything, fall candles, football Saturdays, and not melting the second you step outside? Yes, please! 🤎🍁

Don’t worry… I’m not decorating for fall just yet (I’m trying to be patient 😅), but that doesn’t stop me from dreaming about all the fall decor, cozy nights, and crisp autumn days ahead!

Now I have to know… are you Team Fall 🍂 or Team Summer ☀️? Let the debate begin! 

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I hope y’all had the best Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙 We had the sweetest, low-key Independence Day celebrating at home, and honestly… it was one of my favorite holidays yet.

We spent the afternoon relaxing by the pool, then my hubby smoked his famous ribeyes for a delicious family dinner. 🥩(comment “Recipe” below if you want me to send it your way! 😉) After that, we hopped on the golf cart and drove around until we found the perfect spot to watch the Fourth of July fireworks near our house. 🎆

Getting to enjoy an incredible meal, beautiful fireworks, and all the patriotic fun without fighting the big crowds? I’d call that a total win! 🙌🏻 There’s just something so special about simple summer nights spent with the people you love.

Now I have to know… did you stay home this year or go out to celebrate? 🇺🇸❤️
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🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America! ❤️🤍💙 I still can 🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America! ❤️🤍💙 I still can’t believe we’re celebrating America’s 250th birthday today!

It looks like it’s going to be a beautiful (and VERY hot 🥵) Fourth of July, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. This year we’re keeping things simple with a low-key Independence Day celebration at home, and honestly… it’s exactly what we needed.

We’ll be spending the day relaxing by the pool before my hubby fires up the smoker for his famous ribeyes. Nothing beats a classic 4th of July cookout with good food, sunshine, and the people you love. 🇺🇸🥩☀️

As much as we love traveling for the holiday, sometimes staying home reminds you that the simple moments are the best ones.

What are your Fourth of July plans this year? Are you grilling, watching fireworks, heading to the lake, or just relaxing at home? Tell me below! 🎆

Wishing you all a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day as we celebrate 250 years of America. God bless America! ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

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Ingredients:
🇺🇸16 oz vanilla candy coating (or white chocolate chips)
🇺🇸Oreo cookies
🇺🇸Patriotic sprinkles
🇺🇸Red & blue glitter gel/icing (optional)

How to make them:
1️⃣ Melt the vanilla candy coating according to package directions
2️⃣ Dip each Oreo into the melted chocolate until fully coated
3️⃣ Add patriotic sprinkles while the chocolate is still soft
4️⃣ Drizzle with red and blue gel icing for a fun patriotic design
5️⃣ Let the chocolate harden and enjoy!

These no bake patriotic Oreos are such an easy dessert idea and would also be perfect for the 4th of July, summer parties, or any patriotic celebration! 🇺🇸

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

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Then add fresh strawberries, blueberries, and white cheeses to create the perfect red, white, and blue snack board that’s sure to impress your guests. ❤️🤍💙

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, pool party, or family cookout, this easy patriotic charcuterie board idea is always a crowd favorite. I love charcuterie boards year-round, but there’s just something about making them festive for the holidays that makes them even more fun! 😉

Would you make this for your Fourth of July celebration? 🇺🇸
#charcuterieboard #patrioticfood #patrioticparty #fourthofjulyfood #4thofjulyfood
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Winter · January 21, 2022

Easy Valentine’s Day Decor Ideas

You know I love to decorate for every season and holiday. But since Valentine’s Day is so short, I didn’t want to over do it. So I thought it would be fun to show you guys how I dressed a few of my spaces up by adding just a few, simple Valentine’s Day decor touches here and there. I hope you enjoy it and I hope it inspires you to add little Valentine’s Day pops in your home as well!

Valentine's Tiered Tray
You see that sweet, hand-embroidered tea towel underneath my sweets canister? My great-great grandmother stitched that and my Meme gifted it to me last year for my birthday! It’s so perfect for me since I love vintage things and I am cat obsessed as well!

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Valentine’s Day Coffee Bar

My favorite space to decorate for every season is hands down my coffee bar! It is so much fun to switch up and I am the kind of person that gets tired of looking at the same thing over and over again so I like to be able switch my decor up.

So this space is perfect for me and it helps me be as creative as I want.

Valentine's Day Coffee Bar
You can also see how I keep my Goli Apple Cider Vinegar gummies on my coffee bar. That way I am reminded to take them daily, and they match my decor too! Plus, you can still use my code “morningsonmacedonia” to try them out and save 10%!

For Valentine’s Day, I decided to showcase a few of my Valentine’s Rae Dunn mugs and add little touches of pink and red all over.

You know I also love to mix old and new pieces together, so adding in those old vintage pink thermoses on top was a fun touch as well! Having a coffee bar is a really easy way to add in some Valentine’s Day decor to your home.

Close up of Valentine's Day Coffee Bar
You may also recognize that gum ball machine on top! I refreshed one from Target last year with some spray paint to make it more my style and now it matches perfectly with my Valentine’s Day decor!

Another cheap and easy thing I like to add are some fun paper straws. I added some pink ones in my mugs and again, this pastel pink color can easily flow into Spring decor too.

I try to be resourceful when picking out my decor and I like for things to be able to last through different seasons and/or holidays.

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Tiered Trays

Another thing I love to style for every season are my tiered trays! They are also a lot of fun to decorate and I like being able to add little touches of whatever season I want to display to them.

You can keep the overall look of your tiered tray from season to season too. Just add in a few Valentine’s Day decor touches and you’re all set!

Valentine's Day Coffee Bar Tiered Tray

You can see below how I just added in a few touches to make this tiered tray appear more Valentine’s Day related.

Like the felt hearts in the ironstone bowl. And the little heart sign and bowls as well.

Kitchen Valentine's Day Tiered Tray
Close up of Kitchen Valentine's Day Tiered Tray

And again down here on this tiered tray, I added in both old and new pieces too. I think the star of the show on this one is the vintage cookie cutter box!

I just love the old graphics to it!

Valentine's Tiered Tray
Close up of Vintage Cookie Cutters

Tablescape

I always enjoy switching up my table decor for every season and I am loving my Valentine’s themed tablescape. I honestly want to leave it out after Valentine’s Day because it just gives me all the cozy, romantic vibes!

Valentine's Day Tablescape

If you remember my last year and how I made a simple paper heart banner, I had some leftover paper hearts already cut out and I decided to use them for my tablescape.

The paper hearts are a perfect, romantic addition to the place settings and centerpiece.

Valentine's Day Tablescape

I am loving the light blush touches it gives to my table. And plus, I plan on using this same tablescape throughout the spring as well, minus the hearts.

I think the blush color is very versatile! 

Valentine's Day Tablescape

As usual, I am using my vintage ironstone dishes and saucers for this tablescape. I just love how dainty they are. But, I added something new this year to my Valentine’s Day table decor.

You know my love for Antique Candle Co, and I love the fact that they pour their candles into vintage dishes as well. So throughout the past year, I have been collecting vintage pink depression glasses from them.

Valentine's Day Centerpiece

I thought it would look perfect for Valentine’s Day, but also throughout the spring as well! The soft pink color is just so beautiful!

Valentine’s Mug Cubby

I have an unhealthy obsession with coffee mugs so I obviously need several spaces throughout my kitchen and dining room to display them! And this mug cubby is one of my favorites!

It fits several of my Rae Dunn mugs in it perfectly and I like being able to have another space besides my coffee bar to display all of my seasonal mugs in.

Valentine's Day Mug Cubby

I also stuck with the Valentine’s theme here and I even added some extra little hearts for more of a Valentine’s Day touch.

These hearts were actually strung together in a banner that I got from the Target Dollar Spot last year, but they broke apart on me. Not wanting to throw these cute little hearts away, I was determined to find a good use for them.

Luckily, they had a little clothespin attached to the back so I thought it would be perfect to clip them on my mugs to give them a cute little red and pink pop of color!

I also added some greenery here as well to break apart the mugs.

Vintage Valentine Day Cards

You know I love all things vintage. So I love to display some of my vintage valentine’s day cards in creative ways. For example, I created a vintage Valentines banner to hang on my hutch.

Easy Vintage Valentine's Day Banner

I also love to display them on my open shelves in the dining room as well. I found a few vintage inspired valentines from Hobby Lobby and mixed them with some real ones as well.

You can even tell the difference from the newer cards and the older ones!

Valentine's Day Open Shelving

Another easy idea for vintage Valentine’s Day decor, is to just place one on a flower frog. I did that in my office and on the shelves you see above.

I have several flower frogs and use them all the time to display old cards like this throughout the different seasons.

Vintage Valentine's Day Card

Conclusion

Well, I hope after you see these spaces of mine that I have fixed up for Valentine’s Day, that it inspires you to do a little something to your home as well!

I mainly just decorated my kitchen and dining room area for Valentine’s, but there are so many other ideas that you could do around your home too.

Valentine's Day Dining Room

Like a simple little banner hanging across your mantel, or a cute accent pillow in your bedroom. Have a Valentine’s themed candle burning in your living room or a blush colored throw draped across your sofa.

As you can see the possibilities are endless and you can find so many easy ways to add in a little Valentine’s without overdoing it.

Neutral Valentine's Day Decor
I also added a little neutral touch of Valentine’s Day on my entryway table by adding in these cute and simple wooden hearts in my lantern.

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you all have a lovely Valentine’s Day this year! And tell me below if you normally decorate a little for Valentine’s Day or not too!

Easy Valentine's Day Decor Ideas
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Comments

  1. According to Chren says

    January 21, 2022 at 3:44 pm

    This coffee bar is so cute!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 21, 2022 at 9:05 pm

      Awe thank you so much. I love my coffee bar for sure!

      Reply
  2. Nyxinked says

    January 21, 2022 at 4:36 pm

    I am in love with your coffee bar! It’s stunning and so well decorated! I could only dream of having such a coffee bar in my house!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 21, 2022 at 9:06 pm

      Awe thank you so much! When we were building our house, a coffee bar was definitely a must for me!

      Reply
  3. Ab x says

    January 21, 2022 at 5:17 pm

    Oh my, these are all absolutely adorable! I loved the coffee bar, I’m a sucker for cute mugs!
    Ab x
    http://www.predominantlyab.co.uk/

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    • Charity Gentry says

      January 21, 2022 at 9:06 pm

      Thank you so much. I am a sucker for cute mugs too!

      Reply
  4. Rocking Specter says

    January 21, 2022 at 8:30 pm

    This is a great post! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 21, 2022 at 9:06 pm

      Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply
  5. Jaya Avendel says

    January 21, 2022 at 9:00 pm

    Love these gentle yet warm colors and the way you use textures and tiers to build a delightfully welcoming scene!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 21, 2022 at 9:07 pm

      Thank you so much. I am so glad you think so well as well

      Reply
  6. Jamieadstories says

    January 21, 2022 at 10:27 pm

    What a brilliant eye for design.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 21, 2022 at 11:00 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  7. Heidi says

    January 22, 2022 at 6:28 am

    Beautiful, as always! Valentine’s Day is my favorite holiday, for sure. For some reason, I love the hearts and the colors!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 22, 2022 at 8:29 pm

      Awe yes! I love the pops of pink here and there. It’s so cheerful and cute!

      Reply
  8. Rayo says

    January 22, 2022 at 8:35 am

    I so much love the coffee bar. Beautiful and well decorated

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 22, 2022 at 8:29 pm

      Thank you so much. I appreciate it

      Reply
  9. Jenny in Neverland says

    January 22, 2022 at 11:28 am

    Your coffee bar looks SO cute! I love your tablescapes too. You really are the queen of seasonal decor!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 22, 2022 at 8:29 pm

      Awe thank you so much Jenny! I love seasonal decor for sure!

      Reply
  10. Molly Transatlantic Notes says

    January 22, 2022 at 3:45 pm

    Such cute ideas! I don’t tend to put out much Valentine’s decor (except for some corgi love-themed tea towels, haha) but I think it would cheer up my home if I do a few touches like you’ve shared here. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 22, 2022 at 8:30 pm

      No problem at all! I love adding a few seasonal touches here and there to make it cheerful!

      Reply
  11. markstraveljournal says

    January 22, 2022 at 3:53 pm

    Really nice decor. Not too much but grabs Valentine’s Day in a nice way.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 22, 2022 at 8:30 pm

      Yes, I didn’t want it to be “over the top” that’s for sure!

      Reply
  12. Mind Beauty Simplicity says

    January 22, 2022 at 7:39 pm

    this is such a cute coffee bar and decor for valentines day! 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 22, 2022 at 8:30 pm

      Thank you so much. I appreciate it!

      Reply
  13. Karalee Shotola says

    January 23, 2022 at 2:12 pm

    I absolutely love all of your Valentine’s Day-themed decorations! I love your coffee bar & I need a mug cubby for myself haha

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 23, 2022 at 11:15 pm

      Thank you so much! I appreciate it!

      Reply
  14. Jodie says

    January 23, 2022 at 2:49 pm

    This is absolutely beautiful Charity! I love the blush in the the tablescape and the sense of whimsy combined with the vintage that work so well together. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 23, 2022 at 11:16 pm

      Awe thanks Jodie. I am so glad you enjoyed it as well!

      Reply
  15. Hannah says

    January 23, 2022 at 4:52 pm

    I’ve never thought about decorating for Valentines Day, but it sounds like such a lovely idea. I love the idea of a coffee bar, and that setup looks amazing xx

    Hannah | https://luxuryblush.co.uk/

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    • Charity Gentry says

      January 23, 2022 at 11:16 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  16. The Healthcare Hustle says

    January 23, 2022 at 11:56 pm

    These are the absolute cutest ideas. The candles are the perfect touch for me!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:19 am

      Awe thank you so much. I am glad you think so

      Reply
  17. Lisa says

    January 24, 2022 at 4:10 pm

    This is inspiring! I love how cute and simple it is to switch things out!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:19 am

      Yes I am all about cute and simple things!

      Reply
  18. Katie says

    January 24, 2022 at 4:30 pm

    This is so cute! I’ve never even thought of decorating in-home for Valentine’s Day (I only ever did it in classrooms or at the workplace) but your ideas are so inspiring

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:19 am

      Awe thanks Katie, glad you found it to be inspiring!

      Reply
  19. Wanderingkellers says

    January 24, 2022 at 4:41 pm

    What great spaces and ideas. Your decorating is amazing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:20 am

      Thank you so much. I appreciate that

      Reply
  20. Stephanie says

    January 24, 2022 at 4:44 pm

    I can’t say that I’ve ever decorated for Valentine’s Day (aside from one time when I needed to do a styled shoot for a campaign so I “dressed up” a corner of my old apartment with some fun items from Target haha). I would really like to incorporate more seasonal decor into my new home, so thank you for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:20 am

      Oh yay! Glad you were inspired to decorate a little more then!

      Reply
  21. Alicia says

    January 24, 2022 at 7:40 pm

    I’ve always wanted a coffee bar. Now I want one even more so I can decorate it!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:20 am

      Yes! You need one! I love having a coffee bar too!

      Reply
  22. Caroline says

    January 24, 2022 at 7:41 pm

    I love your coffee nook! Your decor style is so fab, when can I move in?!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:21 am

      Lol thanks so much! I am so glad you love it too!

      Reply
  23. Cecile Leger says

    January 24, 2022 at 8:38 pm

    I’m so in love with your decor. It is so welcoming and heartwarming. I wish I were that creative. Great job!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:21 am

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

      Reply
  24. Karla Renee Petersen says

    January 24, 2022 at 9:40 pm

    Ooooh! Tiered trays! I have an old low bureau that serves as a coffee table and it gets changed up regularly… different seasonal table runners, knick knacks and plants, mugs and baskets. A tiered tray would be fun. My other fun thing… and I love some of the little things that say love you, etc – is to tuck those little things in surprise places for my kids to see… Like small plaque inside the medicine cabinet when they get out the toothpaste, or on their night stands, or in the fridge.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:21 am

      Oh that is a fun idea. And yes, I love tiered trays too! They are so much to style!

      Reply
  25. Sabrina says

    January 24, 2022 at 10:08 pm

    I am over the moon in love with your coffee bar. Then, I continued on and realized that I love all your design ideas. Your deco is super creative without being too overboard. Loved it all. Great job.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 12:22 am

      Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  26. Alice says

    January 25, 2022 at 1:53 am

    Looks really nice! I love your coffee bar.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 11:59 pm

      Thank you so much. I appreciate it!

      Reply
  27. Chelsea says

    January 25, 2022 at 5:45 am

    These are so cute! I love the subtle hints of pink so it’s not too overpowering.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 11:59 pm

      Thank you. I appreciate it!

      Reply
  28. Rosie Ireland says

    January 25, 2022 at 11:56 am

    I love how just a few quick swaps can make a theme come through – a scatter cushion, some sweet plates etc. I am so going out there for V day this year!
    Rosie

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    • Charity Gentry says

      January 25, 2022 at 11:59 pm

      Oh yay! You definitely should!

      Reply
  29. Unwanted Life says

    January 25, 2022 at 12:04 pm

    These are all pretty cool ideas, I just wish they were in darker colours as my partner and I are all about darkness. Goths until we die 🤣

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:05 am

      Lol I am all about brights and lighter colors here

      Reply
  30. Tiffany says

    January 25, 2022 at 12:44 pm

    Love it! Where did you get your coffee mug cubby? I’ve been looking for one 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:05 am

      Thank you so much. I got it from Hobby Lobby a few years ago!

      Reply
  31. Fransic verso says

    January 25, 2022 at 1:27 pm

    Awesome decor, love the variety of colors and how you organized them.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:06 am

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

      Reply
  32. Willow says

    January 25, 2022 at 1:28 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE ALL of these pieces! So festive and so cute! Thanks for sharing ♥️

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:06 am

      Awe thank you! I am glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  33. Monica says

    January 25, 2022 at 2:47 pm

    Such a magnificent decoration. I absolutely love it. Especially the coffee bar, I would love to drink my coffee there. ♡

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:07 am

      Thank you! I do love my coffee bar too!

      Reply
  34. Terra Booth says

    January 25, 2022 at 3:45 pm

    I love these ideas! And I really like the flexibility to be able to easily switch it up for different occasions!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:10 am

      Thank you, I love being able to switch it up easily too!

      Reply
  35. Penny says

    January 25, 2022 at 6:54 pm

    These decorations are so adorable and cute! Thank you so much for sharing! I love VDay decors! x Penny / whatdidshetype.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:10 am

      Thank you so much, I am so glad you enjoyed them

      Reply
  36. Lucy says

    January 25, 2022 at 8:31 pm

    I love these Valentine’s Day decor ideas! x

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

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 12:13 am

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  37. Michelle says

    January 26, 2022 at 2:33 pm

    I love Valentine’s Day! Most of my coffee cups are pink.
    I do wish that Valentine’s Day would be a long holiday only due to their cute decoration.

    Michelle| http://www.brokebutflawless.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 11:45 pm

      Yes, I wish it was a longer holiday too! That would be nice!

      Reply
  38. Eleanor says

    January 26, 2022 at 3:10 pm

    Great post! I love these ideas for decorating your home on this special occasion. Thank you for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 11:46 pm

      Thank you so much. I am so glad you enjoyed it as well!

      Reply
  39. Vanessa says

    January 26, 2022 at 4:59 pm

    Valentine’s day sure is a short holiday, but it’s still a beautiful day to celebrate love in general. And now that I went back to the dating game and found the sweetest man I’ve ever met after a very bad heartbreak two years ago, I have every reason to celebrate it❤️Starting with presents and my appartment!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 26, 2022 at 11:46 pm

      Awe yay! So glad you found someone special to celebrate with! Enjoy it!

      Reply
  40. Cindy Moore says

    January 27, 2022 at 3:57 am

    Beautiful Valentine’s decor ideas! I’ll have to switch up my hot tea bar. And I just got a round tiered tray. I look forward to decorating it seasonally.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 28, 2022 at 12:23 am

      Thank you so much. I am glad you enjoyed it as well!

      Reply
  41. Angie Soul says

    January 27, 2022 at 11:06 am

    I love the rustic feel of this décor, so lovely! And the coffee bar is so cute! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 28, 2022 at 12:25 am

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

      Reply
  42. Barbara says

    January 27, 2022 at 1:34 pm

    Absolutely LOVE your design choices! You are very talented! LOVE this space and this aesthetic.

    Reply
  43. Marissa says

    January 28, 2022 at 12:10 am

    Loveeeee your coffee station! Such cute decor

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 28, 2022 at 12:26 am

      Thank you, I love decorating the coffee station too!

      Reply
  44. Sarah says

    January 28, 2022 at 1:00 am

    Oh my gosh, I love your Valentine’s Day decor! That coffee set up is so cute and the tablescape is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing these great ideas!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 29, 2022 at 1:15 am

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

      Reply
  45. Sabrina DeWalt says

    January 30, 2022 at 4:50 am

    I adore your coffee bar and that crocheted cupcake is to die for.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 30, 2022 at 9:05 pm

      Thank you! I think so too!

      Reply
  46. Danielle Ardizzone says

    January 30, 2022 at 8:46 pm

    Very pretty! I love the hints of color on the muted backgrounds.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      January 30, 2022 at 9:13 pm

      Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it

      Reply
  47. Jolynn L. says

    January 31, 2022 at 5:17 pm

    I love the tray in the middle of the table – anchors all the elements and gives a home base for your decorating pieces – may I ask where it’s from?

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      February 2, 2022 at 1:16 pm

      Thank you so much. I got it from a store called Rodworks. You can see their website here- https://www.rodworksasheville.com

      Reply

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Need a super easy Fourth of July dessert idea for Need a super easy Fourth of July dessert idea for tomorrow? 🇺🇸 These patriotic sugar cookie bars are one of my favorite easy red, white, and blue desserts to make for the fourth, cookouts and summer parties! They’re soft, chewy, festive, and so simple to throw together for a last minute holiday treat. ❤️🤍💙

I love making holiday themed cookie bars because they always turn out so cute and everyone loves them! Perfect for the weekend, Fourth of July parties, and all your summer BBQs too! ☀️🍪

If you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! #cookiebar #cookiebars #patriotic #patrioticdessert #fourthofjulyfood
Need an easy no bake Fourth of July dessert everyo Need an easy no bake Fourth of July dessert everyone will love? 🇺🇸 These patriotic chocolate dipped Oreos are the perfect last minute treat for your Memorial Day weekend cookout, BBQ, party, or family gathering! They’re super simple to make, festive, and only require a few ingredients ❤️🤍💙

Ingredients:
🇺🇸16 oz vanilla candy coating (or white chocolate chips)
🇺🇸Oreo cookies
🇺🇸Patriotic sprinkles
🇺🇸Red & blue glitter gel/icing (optional)

How to make them:
1️⃣ Melt the vanilla candy coating according to package directions
2️⃣ Dip each Oreo into the melted chocolate until fully coated
3️⃣ Add patriotic sprinkles while the chocolate is still soft
4️⃣ Drizzle with red and blue gel icing for a fun patriotic design
5️⃣ Let the chocolate harden and enjoy!

These no bake patriotic Oreos are such an easy dessert idea and would also be perfect for the 4th of July, summer parties, or any patriotic celebration! 🇺🇸

Save this easy patriotic dessert recipe for your Fourth of July weekend plans! #fourthofjulydessert #patrioticdessert #dippedoreos #oreocookies #july4thdessert
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