Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes to cat toys. I can buy her the cutest toy ever and she’ll look at me like, “And what exactly am I supposed to do with this?” 🤣

But cat scratching pads?! Those are her absolute FAVORITE. She’s just about worn her old one out, so when I spotted this adorable Halloween cat scratching pad at Target, obviously I had to bring it home for her. 🎃

After a few very thorough sniffs, an inspection, and some test scratches… we officially have Riley’s approval! 👏🏻😹

Honestly, I’m just glad I managed to buy something that passed her incredibly strict quality-control standards. 😂

Anyone else have a super picky cat?! What’s the ONE toy or cat product they actually love?
If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make this Ooey Gooey Pumpkin Butter Cake this fall! 🎃🤤

Confession: I’m one of those people who would rather lick the batter or sneak some cookie dough than wait for the finished dessert. 🤣 And don’t come for me about the raw batter…I’ve been doing it my whole life and I’m still here 😜

Which is exactly why this pumpkin butter cake is one of my FAVORITE fall desserts. It’s fully baked, but the middle stays unbelievably soft, rich, and ooey gooey. 🙌🏻

You get a buttery yellow cake base topped with a creamy pumpkin layer that basically melts in your mouth. And add a big dollop of whipped cream on top?! CHEF’S KISS. 🤌🏻🎃

It’s easy to make, packed with cozy fall flavor, and would be the perfect pumpkin dessert for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall gathering!

Want the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻
POV: you let your tuxedo cat snuggle on you while POV: you let your tuxedo cat snuggle on you while wearing a dark colored sweat set… rookie mistake. 😹

Consider this my official reminder to NEVER wear burgundy while cuddling Charlie again. 😂 One snuggle session later and my entire outfit is covered in black and white cat hair.

And the craziest part?! We literally JUST brushed her yesterday. 😬 How does one fluffy little tuxedo cat have this much fur to give?!

Being a cat mom basically means accepting that cat hair is now an accessory, your lint roller is your best friend, and you’ll be doing laundry for the rest of your life. 🤣

Thankfully, Charlie is cute enough to get away with it… and clearly VERY unbothered by the fact that she completely ruined my outfit. 😹

Tuxedo cat parents… PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one constantly covered in cat hair?! 👇🏻

#tuxedocatsofinstagram #catmomproblems
10 YEARS. 🤍😭 Today is our 10 year wedding anniver 10 YEARS. 🤍😭

Today is our 10 year wedding anniversary, and I truly cannot believe an entire decade has already gone by. Somehow, it feels like we were just saying “I do,” and at the same time, I can’t imagine a version of my life without you in it.

Logan, you are my rock, my safe space, my biggest supporter, my constant encourager, and most importantly, my best friend. 🤍

This past year has probably been one of the hardest years we’ve walked through together. Between everything going on with my health, the uncertainty surrounding my job and my future, and all the unknowns we’ve had to navigate, life has looked a lot different than I ever imagined it would.

But through every hard day, every appointment, every disappointment, every fear, and every unknown, you have been right there beside me. You’ve supported me, encouraged me, taken care of me, made me laugh when I needed it most, and reminded me over and over again that I never have to go through any of it alone.

And I don’t think I’ll ever be able to fully put into words how much that means to me.

I’m so incredibly blessed that God gave me you. 🥹🤍 I would choose you over and over again in every lifetime.

Happy 10 year anniversary, Logan!! I love you more than you’ll ever know. Here’s to the next 10 years, and every single year after that. 🥂🤍

A whole decade down, forever to go. ♾️
POV: you’re overstimulated, exhausted, SUPER hangr POV: you’re overstimulated, exhausted, SUPER hangry… and then you drop your entire hot lunch on the kitchen floor 😩🤣

Because WHY do these things always happen when you’ve already hit your limit for the day?! Like that was quite literally my final straw 😂

And the best part? I had JUST cleaned the kitchen floors. Of course I did. 🙃 But at least this runner is vinyl so it’s easy to clean too thankfully! 

Nothing humbles you quite like standing in your freshly cleaned kitchen, staring at the lunch you were so excited to eat… on the floor. 😂

Just one of those real-life moments where you have to laugh so you don’t cry and keep rolling with life’s punches.

Please tell me I’m not the only one who has days where one tiny inconvenience feels like the absolute LAST STRAW?! 😩👇🏻

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6oGEi
Remember that gorgeous amber glass pumpkin candle Remember that gorgeous amber glass pumpkin candle from @antiquecandleco_ I shared last month?! Well… I’m sad to report that I’ve already burned through the entire thing 🤣 It smelled THAT good!

But honestly, one of my favorite things about this fall candle is that the beautiful amber glass pumpkin jar can be repurposed once the candle is gone. After giving mine a good clean, I turned it into the cutest little Halloween candy jar! 🍬🎃

So basically, it’s a 2-for-1: you get an amazing smelling fall candle AND an adorable reusable pumpkin jar for your fall and Halloween decor. 🙌🏻

I love finding ways to reuse seasonal decor instead of putting it away or tossing it—and this amber pumpkin looks so cute filled with Halloween candy!

Want one for your home too? Comment “CANDLE” below and I’ll send you the link! 👇🏻

And you can use code MACEDONIA20 for 20% off your order! 🤎
POV: your bedroom officially entered its cozy fall POV: your bedroom officially entered its cozy fall era 🍂🤎

Sharing some cozy fall bedroom stills today because this room might be one of my favorite spaces I’ve decorated for fall this year! There’s just something about rich autumn colors, warm candlelight, and seasonal touches that makes a bedroom feel SO much cozier.

And can we talk about these new fall eucalyptus trees from @nearlynaturalfloral?! 😍 I feel like they completely pulled the whole fall bedroom look together. The deep, moody colors are perfect for creating that warm and cozy autumn vibe I love.

I swear I sleep better when my bedroom is decorated for the season too. 😂 Anyone else?!

And of course, it wouldn’t be fall in our house without an @antiquecandleco_ candle burning. 🕯️🍁 Their fall scents make the entire house smell like autumn perfection!

If you’ve never tried Antique Candle Co. before, you can use my code Macedonia20 for 20% off! 🤎

Are you team decorate every room for fall or do you keep the seasonal decor to just a few spaces? Tell me below! 👇🏻

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6orpX
When my hubby first got this rotating watch displa When my hubby first got this rotating watch display case, I’m not gonna lie… I thought he was being a little ridiculous and extra 😂 Like, do the watches really need their own light-up display?!

Turns out… yes. Yes, they do. 🤣

Now I totally get the hype! I love the blue LED light in the background, the slow rotating display, and how it keeps his watch collection organized instead of having watches scattered all over the place. It honestly looks SO cool sitting out too!

And if you’re looking for a unique gift for a husband, boyfriend, dad, or any watch lover in your life, I feel like this would be such a good gift idea. 👏🏻⌚️ Especially for the guy who already seems to have everything!

Apparently I’m enabling the watch obsession now instead of questioning it. 😂

Would the watch-obsessed man in your life love this too?! 👇🏻

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/6ooVh
Remember when I painted that Target cat statue to Remember when I painted that Target cat statue to look just like my Charlie?! 😹 Well apparently, I forgot to get Riley’s approval first.

Little Miss Riley discovered the finished DIY cat statue proudly displayed on the porch, and her reaction absolutely sent me. 💀 

At first, I’m pretty sure she thought we had brought home a FOURTH cat without consulting her. She kept staring at it from a safe distance like, “Ummm… excuse me?! Who is THAT?!” 👀🐈

Eventually, she worked up enough courage to jump up there and confront the mysterious imposter cat herself… only to realize it was FAKE. 🤣

And then, of course, she immediately had to play it cool like she totally knew that the entire time. 😹

Nothing humbles a cat faster than realizing she just tried to intimidate a painted statue. 😂

Cat moms, please tell me I’m not the only one whose cats get suspicious over literally ANY new piece of decor?!

#funnycat #catmomproblems
I turned these plain white pumpkins into DIY golf I turned these plain white pumpkins into DIY golf ball pumpkins, and I think I just found the perfect fall decor for a golfer’s man cave!

I used my Cricut to cut out some of my hubby’s favorite golf brand logos, then applied them to the pumpkins with transfer tape. That’s literally it! Such an easy Cricut fall craft, but they turned out SO cute.

You could definitely hand-paint the logos if you don’t have a Cricut…but y’all know me and my shaky hands. 😂 Painting tiny golf logos was absolutely NOT happening, so my Cricut saved the day!

Now these golf-themed pumpkins are officially my favorite piece of fall decor in my hubby’s man cave garage. Because apparently this is how you sneak fall decor into a golf-obsessed husband’s space. 😉⛳️

Honestly, I think these would be such a fun DIY golf gift idea too! If you want my full step by step tutorial, comment “golf” below and I’ll send it your way! 

Would your husband approve of these golf ball pumpkins, or would he tell you to leave his man cave alone?! 😂👇🏻

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

#golfaddict #golftheme #diypumpkins
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Christmas · November 8, 2020

My Favorite Christmas Candles

I know I shared with you all my favorite fall candles a little while ago, but now I thought I would share with you my favorite Christmas candles too. Especially since the season is quickly approaching, whether you’re ready or not!

I always love to have a stockpile of good Christmas scents on hand, that way I am ready to burn all the cozy scents when we have friends or family over to visit. And of course for Thanksgiving (you can totally burn Christmas scents during Thanksgiving too in my opinion) and Christmas!

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Homemade Gingerbread Christmas Candle
Not only do they smell amazing, but they look so pretty styled in trays like this too!

Homemade Gingerbread Candle

So as you can probably tell already, these Christmas candles are from my favorite candle company ever, Antique Candle Co!

They literally make the yummiest and coziest Christmas scents and I just cannot get enough of them! I am so happy to be working with them this Christmas season because I know these will make such great Christmas gifts for all my friends and family.

I will share just a few of my favorite Christmas candle scents below with you all and keep in mind, they have even more options online too!

Christmas Candle Sample Pack

The Homemade Gingerbread candle is pictured above and it smells exactly like the name! It literally smells like you have been slaving away in the kitchen all day baking gingerbread cookies.

This one is their newest scent for their Christmas release and they have outdone themselves with this one for sure.

Homemade Gingerbread is a cozy scent of homemade gingerbread with sweet and spicy blends of ginger, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and brown sugar, finished with warm vanilla.

Antique Candle Co
Homemade Gingerbread Sample Sized Candle
I just love all their packaging and labeling!

Tree Farm Candle

This one is my very favorite out of all their Christmas candles! I use artificial Christmas trees, so I love to light a good smelling pine candle.

And this one definitely fits the ticket. It smells like you just walked into a Christmas Tree Farm and are about to cut down a fresh tree home to decorate!

It is so nostalgic and perfect for this Christmas season.

Tree Farm Candle
This definitely makes that tree there in my office smell like the real thing!

Also, Antique Candle Co collaborated with Vintage Porch to make this amazing Christmas scent.

I love how they partner with bloggers and influencers to help them come up with their own signature scent.

I would love to be able to do that with them one day too. How cool would that be?!

Cozy Tree Farm Candle
Cozy Tree Farm Candle!

Tree Farm is a nostalgic scent of crisp, freshly trimmed evergreen and Fraser fir pines, wrapped in delicate notes of winter cedarwood.

Antique Candle Co
Tree Farm Candle Sample Sized
I could literally burn this sample sized tree farm candle in one sitting!

Christmas Day Candle

This one is also a great option too. I love the spicy cinnamon undertones to it and it smells just like a cozy at home gathering with friends and family.

Lighting one of these up for a Christmas party would be such a great hit!

Christmas Day is a Christmas celebration with top notes fresh pine, cozy balsam, and fir, blended with a heart of cinnamon sticks, clove, and soft hints of fruit and sweet oak moss.

Antique Candle Co
Christmas Day Sample Sized Candle
Can’t believe that Christmas Day is almost here as well!

Good Tidings Candle

Last but not least of my favorite Christmas candles is the Good Tidings candle. This one smells so delicious as well and I love being able to order all four of these Christmas scents in a sample pack before buying a full sized version of them.

The sample packs are such a great way to discover your favorite scents. This was my first year smelling all their Christmas candles too, and I am so glad I started with a sample pack.

That helped me determine that Tree Farm was definitely my number one favorite, but they are all so good too!

Good Tidings is a warm holiday blend of evergreens, citrus, cinnamon, and clove, highlighted by a sweet musk of raspberry, maple, and vanilla.

Antique Candle Co
Good Tidings Sample Sized Candle
This is the sample sized candle and they are so perfect for smaller spaces like bathrooms!

Conclusion

I literally can’t get enough of these candles and the Christmas candles are definitely my favorite out of all the seasonal options.

There is just something about lighting a delicious smelling candle along with the cozy glow of Christmas lights.

Have you ever gotten an Antique Candle Co Candle before? If you have, let me know what your favorite scent is below!

My Favorite Christmas Candles
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Comments

  1. Ellis James Designs says

    November 9, 2020 at 7:59 am

    Thanks for sharing all your faves! Their scents all seem very nice and interesting to check out!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 9, 2020 at 11:54 pm

      Yes! I love their scents so much!

      Reply
  2. Maria says

    November 9, 2020 at 9:59 am

    Thanks for sharing Charity. All of these scents sound heavenly and would make a great addition to the holiday of every day feel of any home! Now to choose;)

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 9, 2020 at 11:56 pm

      Yes! I would suggest the tree farm one! It’s the best in my opinion!

      Reply
  3. Kelly Diane says

    November 9, 2020 at 11:29 am

    These candles all sound amazing. I absolutely love the idea of the gingerbread one best though.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 9, 2020 at 11:57 pm

      Yes! The gingerbread one smells so good too!

      Reply
  4. Lucy says

    November 9, 2020 at 2:28 pm

    I love the look of all these candles, they’re perfect for Christmas! x

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

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 9, 2020 at 11:58 pm

      Thank you! I think so too!

      Reply
  5. Johana says

    November 9, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    These sound great! I am going to be trying these as I am a huge candle lover!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 9, 2020 at 11:59 pm

      You definitely should try them! They are hands down my favorite candle!

      Reply
  6. Britt K says

    November 9, 2020 at 3:36 pm

    These all sound great but based on the description, I am most excited to try Good Tidings. It sounds similar in style to different candles that I have fallen in love with in the past while also being different enough to offer a new scent for our house. I’m definitely going to have to pick it up and give it a try!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 10, 2020 at 12:01 am

      Yes! You definitely should! Good Tidings is so good. It’s unique which is why I love it.

      Reply
  7. Rosie Ireland says

    November 9, 2020 at 3:47 pm

    I love Christmas candles! I especially love ones that smell like forest pine and christmas tees!

    Rosie

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 10, 2020 at 12:03 am

      Yes! Me too! Pine is the best scent for sure. That’s why I love this tree farm scent!

      Reply
  8. Amanda says

    November 9, 2020 at 4:02 pm

    Loveeee candles! I will have to get some of these. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 10, 2020 at 12:04 am

      You definitely should! I love these candles so much!

      Reply
  9. Leslie says

    November 9, 2020 at 4:38 pm

    I love candles, they are my weakness. My favorite candle is Balsam & Clove from Yankee Candle. Right now I’m burning Hemp & Ivy from Yankee Candle and it smells so good.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 10, 2020 at 12:04 am

      Oh I bet those smell delicious too!

      Reply
  10. Sue Berk Koch says

    November 9, 2020 at 4:51 pm

    The good tidings candle sounds perfect. All the scents that I love. I will check them out, thank you!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 10, 2020 at 12:05 am

      Yes Good Tidings is so unique. I love the way it smells. I love them all though lol

      Reply
  11. Jaya Avendel says

    November 9, 2020 at 8:59 pm

    Homemade gingerbread? Yes, please!
    That is a lovely scent to cosy up the home and put that anticipated flavor into the air. Good tidings also sounds peaceful. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 10, 2020 at 12:32 am

      Yes! I love the gingerbread one as well! It smells so yummy!

      Reply
  12. Eleanor says

    November 10, 2020 at 11:05 am

    Wow these images are gorgeous! Living at University (where you’re not allowed to use candles) my life has been sorely lacking in candles, so thank you for sharing these fantastic choices 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 10, 2020 at 10:49 pm

      Oh thats so sad! I love to burn candles all the time!

      Reply
  13. Jenny in Neverland says

    November 10, 2020 at 11:24 am

    Well I’m well and truly in the Christmas spirit after seeing these photos! These candles sound amazing. I bet the gingerbread one smells incredible!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:29 am

      Yay! I love being in the Christmas spirit! And yes, the gingerbread one smells so good!

      Reply
  14. Fadima Mooneira says

    November 10, 2020 at 1:12 pm

    The gingerbread candle sounds beautiful. I like the packaging of these candles. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:28 am

      Thank you so much! I love the gingerbread ones too!

      Reply
  15. Tara @ Mama's Money Diary says

    November 10, 2020 at 1:28 pm

    I love the packaging of these candles – they’re so minimal and beautiful. They’d fit in perfectly with my interior decor. I love the idea of the tree farm candle as I use an artificial tree too. Plus what’s not to love about a gingerbread candle?! Thanks for sharing.

    Tara | mamasmoneydiary.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:31 am

      Yes! That’s one of the main reasons why I love them too. And tree farm and gingerbread are my two favorites!

      Reply
  16. Lauren says

    November 10, 2020 at 5:57 pm

    All of these sound lovely. Christmas scents are my absolute favourite!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:32 am

      Yes they are my favorite scents too!

      Reply
  17. Deandra says

    November 11, 2020 at 3:06 am

    I think the homemade gingerbread candle would absolutely end up my fave! Love the smell of gingerbread!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:33 am

      Yes! I love the smell of gingerbread too!

      Reply
  18. Karalee Shotola says

    November 11, 2020 at 12:04 pm

    I need some new candles for the holidays & these sound like they smell amazing! I would especially love the Homemade Gingerbread scent!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:33 pm

      Yes! I love all these scents. They are so good!

      Reply
  19. Zoe Bartlett says

    November 11, 2020 at 3:46 pm

    Hi I loved reading your post, it gave me all the cosy feels! I love the sound of the gingerbread one as I love really sweet scents! xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:36 pm

      Yes! Gingerbread is so delicious!

      Reply
  20. Giulia says

    November 11, 2020 at 4:11 pm

    This sounds amazing! I’m going to look into these brands.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:36 pm

      Yes you should! They are my absolute favorite!

      Reply
  21. Sarah says

    November 11, 2020 at 6:37 pm

    All of these scents sound amazing. I think I would love the Homemade Gingerbread since I absolutely adore the smell of gingerbread cookies. I need to get some Christmas inspired candles so the house can smell like the holidays.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:40 pm

      Oh yes I love the gingerbread one. It really smells like you have been baking cookies all day long!

      Reply
  22. Stephanie says

    November 11, 2020 at 7:18 pm

    I sure hope they offer alternate wax options eventually. Their brand sounds amazing, the scents seem wonderful, and the aesthetic is gorgeous. I just have such a horrible soy allergy that all these soy candles really make my throat close. So sad! Would love to purchase them for friends though!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 11, 2020 at 11:42 pm

      Yeah I am so sorry they don’t offer anything besides wax! But they would make perfect gifts for others though!

      Reply
  23. Molly Transatlantic Notes says

    November 12, 2020 at 2:22 pm

    Christmas is the perfect time for candles and scents like these. I love gingerbread, cinnamon and clementines for this time of year as it makes me feel really cosy and ready for festivities!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:09 pm

      Yes! I totally agree! These scents make everything feel more cozy!

      Reply
  24. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    November 12, 2020 at 3:40 pm

    I love these photos and the descriptions of the candles. I’m not sure if I can buy this brand in Canada but I will definitely look into it!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:10 pm

      Yes! I think you still can, but it’s not free shipping for Canada unfortunately. But they are so worth it!

      Reply
  25. Pip says

    November 12, 2020 at 5:57 pm

    Candles are really gorgeous at this time of year. So cosy to have in the home. I love your photography 👍

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:11 pm

      Yes! I love them too. And thank you so much!

      Reply
  26. Laila says

    November 12, 2020 at 10:12 pm

    I LOVE the smell of Christmas candles, gets me into such a festive mood.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:12 pm

      Yes me too! I light it and I am instantly in the Christmas spirit!

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

    November 13, 2020 at 10:29 am

    Thanks for sharing, the scents sound lovely 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:13 pm

      Thank you! They really are!

      Reply
  28. Brooke Ressell says

    November 13, 2020 at 12:32 pm

    These candles have such nice jars, and I love the gingerbread scent. They would make a great gift for the holidays too.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:14 pm

      Yes! I am planning on getting a lot for Christmas gifts too!

      Reply
  29. Reads and Ramblings says

    November 13, 2020 at 1:12 pm

    Mmm these all sound wonderful. I’m at uni in lockdown at the moment and I miss the smells of my house around Christmas time, especially my sister baking her gingerbread house!!! Is it acceptable to buy myself a candle?… yes i think so 😂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:18 pm

      Yes I think you need one for sure if you are missing that scent especially!

      Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:18 pm

      Yes I think you need one for sure if you are missing that scent especially.

      Reply
  30. Lisa says

    November 13, 2020 at 1:33 pm

    If this post doesn’t get you in the mood for Christmas I don’t know what will!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:17 pm

      Lol I know right! It definitely puts me in the Christmas spirit for sure!

      Reply
  31. lifestyleseason says

    November 13, 2020 at 3:06 pm

    Great post! I love candles especially around Christmas time! I love the sound of the Christmas day candle. Thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 3:19 pm

      Yes me too. Candles at Christmas time are the best!

      Reply
  32. Adele says

    November 13, 2020 at 4:57 pm

    I love the Christmasy scents too!! There’s nothing finer than lighting candles on a dark cold winters night!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 13, 2020 at 7:57 pm

      I totally agree! They make everything feel so much more cozy!

      Reply
  33. Kerry-Ann says

    November 14, 2020 at 11:14 am

    I want them all! I knew going into this post I would lol but this time of year seems to be when I really get into lighting my candles especially ginger, cinnamon and spicy scents!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 15, 2020 at 10:50 pm

      Yes! That’s exactly how I feel too! I love all the Christmas scents!

      Reply
  34. Holly says

    November 17, 2020 at 8:15 pm

    Ooooh, Charity! Each of these sounds absolutely divine. Few things can beat cozying up on a cold night, yummy scented candles lit, plush blanket on the lap, comfy pajamas on, with a cup of hot cocoa in hand. Whew, didn’t your stress level just go down 3 notches even thinking about it? 🙂

    By the way, the way you’ve decorated your home is absolutely beautiful. Such an inviting space. As a big fan of Christmas trees and how their soft lighting glows in a room, your office is perfect. You must enjoy creating in such a wonderful space?

    The Homemade Gingerbread candle sounds like it might be a winner for me. Do you have a favorite of the ones you’ve listed? I’m a big fan of ‘warm’ scents, which often include notes of cinnamon and vanilla.

    Thanks for sharing, Charity. I’ve pinned and shared your post. God bless you. I hope you and your family are well. 💕

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 19, 2020 at 12:06 am

      Awe thank you so much Holly! I appreciate that. My favorites are definitely the homemade gingerbread and tree farm for sure. They really do make your stress levels go way down when you light them and are relaxing on a cozy evening! And I hope you and your family have all been doing well too my friend!

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  35. diningwithali says

    December 23, 2020 at 8:20 am

    I love candles and it’s so nice to get some festive ones in!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      December 23, 2020 at 7:45 pm

      Yes! Festive Christmas Candles are my favorite for sure!

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Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes Little Miss Riley is VERY particular when it comes to cat toys. I can buy her the cutest toy ever and she’ll look at me like, “And what exactly am I supposed to do with this?” 🤣

But cat scratching pads?! Those are her absolute FAVORITE. She’s just about worn her old one out, so when I spotted this adorable Halloween cat scratching pad at Target, obviously I had to bring it home for her. 🎃

After a few very thorough sniffs, an inspection, and some test scratches… we officially have Riley’s approval! 👏🏻😹

Honestly, I’m just glad I managed to buy something that passed her incredibly strict quality-control standards. 😂

Anyone else have a super picky cat?! What’s the ONE toy or cat product they actually love?
If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make If you love ooey gooey desserts, you NEED to make this Ooey Gooey Pumpkin Butter Cake this fall! 🎃🤤

Confession: I’m one of those people who would rather lick the batter or sneak some cookie dough than wait for the finished dessert. 🤣 And don’t come for me about the raw batter…I’ve been doing it my whole life and I’m still here 😜

Which is exactly why this pumpkin butter cake is one of my FAVORITE fall desserts. It’s fully baked, but the middle stays unbelievably soft, rich, and ooey gooey. 🙌🏻

You get a buttery yellow cake base topped with a creamy pumpkin layer that basically melts in your mouth. And add a big dollop of whipped cream on top?! CHEF’S KISS. 🤌🏻🎃

It’s easy to make, packed with cozy fall flavor, and would be the perfect pumpkin dessert for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall gathering!

Want the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻
POV: you let your tuxedo cat snuggle on you while POV: you let your tuxedo cat snuggle on you while wearing a dark colored sweat set… rookie mistake. 😹

Consider this my official reminder to NEVER wear burgundy while cuddling Charlie again. 😂 One snuggle session later and my entire outfit is covered in black and white cat hair.

And the craziest part?! We literally JUST brushed her yesterday. 😬 How does one fluffy little tuxedo cat have this much fur to give?!

Being a cat mom basically means accepting that cat hair is now an accessory, your lint roller is your best friend, and you’ll be doing laundry for the rest of your life. 🤣

Thankfully, Charlie is cute enough to get away with it… and clearly VERY unbothered by the fact that she completely ruined my outfit. 😹

Tuxedo cat parents… PLEASE tell me I’m not the only one constantly covered in cat hair?! 👇🏻

#tuxedocatsofinstagram #catmomproblems
10 YEARS. 🤍😭 Today is our 10 year wedding anniver 10 YEARS. 🤍😭

Today is our 10 year wedding anniversary, and I truly cannot believe an entire decade has already gone by. Somehow, it feels like we were just saying “I do,” and at the same time, I can’t imagine a version of my life without you in it.

Logan, you are my rock, my safe space, my biggest supporter, my constant encourager, and most importantly, my best friend. 🤍

This past year has probably been one of the hardest years we’ve walked through together. Between everything going on with my health, the uncertainty surrounding my job and my future, and all the unknowns we’ve had to navigate, life has looked a lot different than I ever imagined it would.

But through every hard day, every appointment, every disappointment, every fear, and every unknown, you have been right there beside me. You’ve supported me, encouraged me, taken care of me, made me laugh when I needed it most, and reminded me over and over again that I never have to go through any of it alone.

And I don’t think I’ll ever be able to fully put into words how much that means to me.

I’m so incredibly blessed that God gave me you. 🥹🤍 I would choose you over and over again in every lifetime.

Happy 10 year anniversary, Logan!! I love you more than you’ll ever know. Here’s to the next 10 years, and every single year after that. 🥂🤍

A whole decade down, forever to go. ♾️
POV: you’re overstimulated, exhausted, SUPER hangr POV: you’re overstimulated, exhausted, SUPER hangry… and then you drop your entire hot lunch on the kitchen floor 😩🤣

Because WHY do these things always happen when you’ve already hit your limit for the day?! Like that was quite literally my final straw 😂

And the best part? I had JUST cleaned the kitchen floors. Of course I did. 🙃 But at least this runner is vinyl so it’s easy to clean too thankfully! 

Nothing humbles you quite like standing in your freshly cleaned kitchen, staring at the lunch you were so excited to eat… on the floor. 😂

Just one of those real-life moments where you have to laugh so you don’t cry and keep rolling with life’s punches.

Please tell me I’m not the only one who has days where one tiny inconvenience feels like the absolute LAST STRAW?! 😩👇🏻

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Remember that gorgeous amber glass pumpkin candle Remember that gorgeous amber glass pumpkin candle from @antiquecandleco_ I shared last month?! Well… I’m sad to report that I’ve already burned through the entire thing 🤣 It smelled THAT good!

But honestly, one of my favorite things about this fall candle is that the beautiful amber glass pumpkin jar can be repurposed once the candle is gone. After giving mine a good clean, I turned it into the cutest little Halloween candy jar! 🍬🎃

So basically, it’s a 2-for-1: you get an amazing smelling fall candle AND an adorable reusable pumpkin jar for your fall and Halloween decor. 🙌🏻

I love finding ways to reuse seasonal decor instead of putting it away or tossing it—and this amber pumpkin looks so cute filled with Halloween candy!

Want one for your home too? Comment “CANDLE” below and I’ll send you the link! 👇🏻

And you can use code MACEDONIA20 for 20% off your order! 🤎
POV: your bedroom officially entered its cozy fall POV: your bedroom officially entered its cozy fall era 🍂🤎

Sharing some cozy fall bedroom stills today because this room might be one of my favorite spaces I’ve decorated for fall this year! There’s just something about rich autumn colors, warm candlelight, and seasonal touches that makes a bedroom feel SO much cozier.

And can we talk about these new fall eucalyptus trees from @nearlynaturalfloral?! 😍 I feel like they completely pulled the whole fall bedroom look together. The deep, moody colors are perfect for creating that warm and cozy autumn vibe I love.

I swear I sleep better when my bedroom is decorated for the season too. 😂 Anyone else?!

And of course, it wouldn’t be fall in our house without an @antiquecandleco_ candle burning. 🕯️🍁 Their fall scents make the entire house smell like autumn perfection!

If you’ve never tried Antique Candle Co. before, you can use my code Macedonia20 for 20% off! 🤎

Are you team decorate every room for fall or do you keep the seasonal decor to just a few spaces? Tell me below! 👇🏻

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When my hubby first got this rotating watch displa When my hubby first got this rotating watch display case, I’m not gonna lie… I thought he was being a little ridiculous and extra 😂 Like, do the watches really need their own light-up display?!

Turns out… yes. Yes, they do. 🤣

Now I totally get the hype! I love the blue LED light in the background, the slow rotating display, and how it keeps his watch collection organized instead of having watches scattered all over the place. It honestly looks SO cool sitting out too!

And if you’re looking for a unique gift for a husband, boyfriend, dad, or any watch lover in your life, I feel like this would be such a good gift idea. 👏🏻⌚️ Especially for the guy who already seems to have everything!

Apparently I’m enabling the watch obsession now instead of questioning it. 😂

Would the watch-obsessed man in your life love this too?! 👇🏻

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Remember when I painted that Target cat statue to Remember when I painted that Target cat statue to look just like my Charlie?! 😹 Well apparently, I forgot to get Riley’s approval first.

Little Miss Riley discovered the finished DIY cat statue proudly displayed on the porch, and her reaction absolutely sent me. 💀 

At first, I’m pretty sure she thought we had brought home a FOURTH cat without consulting her. She kept staring at it from a safe distance like, “Ummm… excuse me?! Who is THAT?!” 👀🐈

Eventually, she worked up enough courage to jump up there and confront the mysterious imposter cat herself… only to realize it was FAKE. 🤣

And then, of course, she immediately had to play it cool like she totally knew that the entire time. 😹

Nothing humbles a cat faster than realizing she just tried to intimidate a painted statue. 😂

Cat moms, please tell me I’m not the only one whose cats get suspicious over literally ANY new piece of decor?!

#funnycat #catmomproblems
I turned these plain white pumpkins into DIY golf I turned these plain white pumpkins into DIY golf ball pumpkins, and I think I just found the perfect fall decor for a golfer’s man cave!

I used my Cricut to cut out some of my hubby’s favorite golf brand logos, then applied them to the pumpkins with transfer tape. That’s literally it! Such an easy Cricut fall craft, but they turned out SO cute.

You could definitely hand-paint the logos if you don’t have a Cricut…but y’all know me and my shaky hands. 😂 Painting tiny golf logos was absolutely NOT happening, so my Cricut saved the day!

Now these golf-themed pumpkins are officially my favorite piece of fall decor in my hubby’s man cave garage. Because apparently this is how you sneak fall decor into a golf-obsessed husband’s space. 😉⛳️

Honestly, I think these would be such a fun DIY golf gift idea too! If you want my full step by step tutorial, comment “golf” below and I’ll send it your way! 

Would your husband approve of these golf ball pumpkins, or would he tell you to leave his man cave alone?! 😂👇🏻

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#golfaddict #golftheme #diypumpkins

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