Forget checking under the bed for monsters because Forget checking under the bed for monsters because apparently we already have one living there! 🤣 Little Miss Charlie, our mischievous tuxedo cat, has officially claimed the space under our bed as her personal hiding spot. And the second someone walks by?! ATTACK MODE ACTIVATED! 🐈‍⬛

She takes her job as the resident under-the-bed monster VERY seriously, and honestly, her sneak attacks are hilarious! 😂 Who knew such a cute little kitty could be so terrifying?!

It’s a good thing she’s adorable because we apparently live with a tiny furry jump scare now! 😹

Please tell me we’re not the only ones with a cat who loves hiding under the bed and attacking unsuspecting ankles?! 🤣
#AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is si #AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is sipping coffee on our screened-in porch with my cats, and these adorable @tossware disposable hot cups make my little morning routine even cuter!

The second I saw this cat print, I knew I had to have it. 😹 I mean… cute coffee cups covered in cats?! They were basically made for me! They’re perfect for slow mornings at home, taking your coffee on the go, or just making your everyday coffee routine feel a little more fun.

And @tossware has SO many cute patterns and designs to choose from, so there’s something for every season and occasion!

Are you a morning coffee + cats person too?! ☕️🐾
You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼 When You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼

When someone asks, “Do you want one?” You say, “No… I want TWO.” 🤣

And that is especially true when it comes to Reese’s Pumpkins. 🎃🥜🍫

Seriously, WHY do the Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins taste so much better than regular Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups?! There’s just something about that perfect chocolate-to-peanut-butter ratio that gets me every single Halloween. 😂

They are hands down my favorite Halloween candy, and honestly, I could probably eat my weight in them.

So if you offer me one Reese’s Pumpkin this spooky season, just save us both some time and hand me two. 😉🤣

Now I need to know: what’s the BEST Halloween candy of all time?! 👇🏼
I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearl I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearly Natural on @amazon 🙌🏻 Usually, I keep my olive trees in these baskets on each side of our bed until Christmas, when I swap them out for Christmas trees. But now I officially have trees for FALL too… and I’m obsessed. 😂🍁

They add the prettiest deep, rich fall colors to our bedroom and instantly make the whole space feel warmer and cozier. There’s just something about bringing those autumn tones into your bedroom that makes it feel like the ultimate cozy retreat!

I’m definitely adding these to my list of favorite fall bedroom decor finds. 🍂

Are you someone who decorates your bedroom for fall too, or do you keep the seasonal decor to the main areas of your home?!

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If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, and all the cozy fall vibes, then you NEED to visit Charleston in October! 😍 

The beautiful historic houses all decked out for Halloween are seriously one of my favorite things to see. Charleston really knows how to do spooky season right!

One of my favorite things to do is simply stroll through the historic downtown streets and admire all the gorgeous homes and their festive fall decorations. 🧡

And honestly, fall is my FAVORITE time to visit Charleston, South Carolina! The weather is usually so much more enjoyable than the brutal summer heat. Although it was super rainy this weekend, I’ll take a little rain over that Southern heat and humidity ANY day! 🤣☔️

So consider this your sign to plan a fall getaway to Charleston! Between the Halloween decorations, charming historic streets, and beautiful architecture, it’s the perfect destination for an October weekend trip!

SAVE this post for your next Charleston trip! 📍 And tell me, would you rather visit Charleston in the fall or summer?!
BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s almost too cute to eat?! These spooky Halloween Oreo cookies are just what you need! 

I absolutely LOVE making fun and festive desserts for Halloween, but sometimes I want something quick and easy without spending hours in the kitchen. And these adorable Halloween Oreos are perfect for that!

They’re such a fun Halloween party dessert, a cute addition to your spooky treat boards, or just a sweet little treat to enjoy while watching your favorite Halloween movies! Plus, they’re a fun Halloween activity to make with the kiddos too!

Who knew you could turn simple Oreo cookies into the cutest spooky treats?! 😍

👻 Want to make these easy Halloween Oreo cookies too? Comment “Recipe” below and I’ll send you the recipe!

Be sure to SAVE this post for your next Halloween party or spooky baking day!
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
Me walking into the weekend like my to-do list isn Me walking into the weekend like my to-do list isn’t a mile long and I don’t have approximately 47 things I should be doing. 😂

Because apparently if I put on a cute outfit, walk dramatically through some twinkle lights, and simply ✨ignore my responsibilities✨… they no longer exist.

That’s how adulting works, right?! 🤣

Consider this your reminder that the laundry, emails, errands, cleaning, and never-ending to-do list will still be there later. Sometimes you just need to romanticize your life and pretend you have absolutely nothing to do for a minute. 😂

Please tell me I’m not the only one entering the weekend with a to-do list I have ZERO intentions of completing. 👇🏻

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#weekendhumor #weekendvibes✌️ #romantizeyourlife #weekendtodolist #relatablecontent
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Spring · April 14, 2021

My Favorite Spring Candles

Y’all know my love for candles is strong. And I have shared in the past my favorite Fall and Christmas candles. So now I thought it would be fun to share all my favorite candles for spring.

You also know if you have been around here enough, that I am in love with Antique Candle Co! Their candles are seriously the best and I love being able to support a wonderful small business like themselves.

I figured I would share with you all some of my all time favorites in case you are looking for some wonderful spring scents for your home too!

My Favorite Spring Candles

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Grapefruit

Grapefruit is one of their new spring candles for 2021. They surprised us all and came out with a total of three NEW scents this year.

This includes this one, lemon eucalyptus, and peach apricot. I was so excited to hear that they released so many scents this year because they normally only do one new scent per season!

Spring Candle on Tray
I love styling these candles on trays if you can’t tell!

Grapefruit is a bright scent of sugared pink grapefruit with vibrant citrus zest, highlighted by floral notes of peach blossom and eucalyptus leaf.

Antique Candle Co

Lemon Eucalyptus

Lemon Eucalyptus is such a wonder spring scent as well. It has such a great clean fragrance to it and I love the subtle hint of lemon it brings to the table too.

It’s a very unique scent and I haven’t ever had a candle quite like it!

Lemon Eucalyptus Candle
Such a perfect candle for spring!

Lemon Eucalyptus is a fresh aroma of bright lemon and sweet orange, highlighted with a bouquet of eucalyptus leaves, citrus blooms, and wild mint.

Antique Candle Co

Peach Apricot

Peach Apricot was a huge surprise to me! I had no idea they were even releasing this one so I was super happy when it arrived in the mail!

This one is officially launching on April 27th and I am loving the combination of both peach and apricot together.

They already have a Georgia Peach scent too, which is awesome as well, but this one doesn’t have as strong of a peach scent as that one. This one is more subtle, which I love!

Peach Apricot Candle
I am loving this new one!

A sweet medley of fresh peach and apricot, blended with sugary vanilla, soft jasmine, and clean citrus.

Antique Candle Co

Country Pear

Country Pear is a classic and one of their collaboration candles. This is another thing that I love about this company.

They try to partner and collaborate with as many bloggers and influencers as they can to make their own unique and wonderful scent.

This one was created by the very successful and talented Instagram Influencer, Cotton Stem. Country Pear just celebrated it’s two year anniversary and I am so happy that it is sticking around because it is honestly one of my favorite spring candles.

It has such a subtle yet sweet scent and it is super fragrant as well.

Country Pear Candle
Such a cozy and delicious scent!

Country Pear by Cotton Stem is a cozy blend of fresh golden pear with rich plum, highlighted with brown sugar vanilla and soft notes of roasted hazelnut.

Antique Candle Co

Lavender Vanilla

Lavender Vanilla is another one of my go to’s when ordering spring candles. I love this one especially for the bedroom or bathroom areas.

The lavender scent gives me such a calming and relaxing feeling. I love lighting it a few hours before bed.

I believe it helps me sleep well during the night if I do this every night. Plus, it makes your whole bedroom smell delightful too!

Lavender Vanilla Candle
I have the lavender vanilla candle placed on a bathroom tiered tray here.

Lavender Vanilla is a soothing bouquet of fresh florals and lavender blossoms, highlighted with warm vanilla bean.

Antique Candle Co

Can’t Decide What Spring Candles to Get?

Well then, good news! Antique Candle Co decided to release a HUGE sample box of their Locally Grown Favorites and it includes all of the spring candles listed above plus even more!

It comes with a total of nine sample sized candles! This would be a perfect way to try them all out and to decide which one is your favorite.

Also, you can try the new Peach Apricot scent before it’s official launch date in this box as well. As I mentioned above, the Peach Apricot isn’t set to officially release until April 27th, but this box is coming out on April 13th!

Locally Grown Sample Pack
All the cute little candles that come in the Locally Grown Sample Pack!

Also, on the same day, they are doing an Antique Restock. If you haven’t heard of that before, it is another one of my reasons why I just love Antique Candle Co so much.

What they do is find several antique pieces such as vintage tins, teacups, crock ware, stoneware, and so much more.

Then, they fill these pieces with their delicious soy candle scents and you can get a truly one of a kind piece! I absolutely love when they do these restocks but they sell out so quickly so be sure to set your alarms and mark your calendars!

Have y’all ever had any spring candles from Antique Candle Co before?? If so, I would love to hear what some of your favorite scents are too! Let me know below!

The Best Spring Candles For Your Home
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Comments

  1. Jenny in Neverland says

    April 14, 2021 at 10:12 am

    These sound like the perfect candles! I’m not a fan of anything too floral but I love all the fruity hints these scents have got!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:38 pm

      Thank you! I love fruity scents too! They are my favorite for spring!

      Reply
  2. Lucy says

    April 14, 2021 at 10:30 am

    I love the look of thee candles, especially the Lemon Eucalyptus one! x

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

    Reply
  3. Cristina Rosano says

    April 14, 2021 at 10:48 am

    These all sound great! I love the idea of a box to try them all out, love the sound of the lemon and eucalyptus and the peach apricot. Thank you for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:46 pm

      Yes! Those are two of my very favorites and the box option is so cool!

      Reply
  4. Unwanted Life says

    April 14, 2021 at 11:19 am

    They sounds like some really nice fragrances, although I prefer caramel if I’m going to have a scented candle

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      Yes they have a delicious caramel one too but it doesn’t come out until late summer because it’s considered more of a fall candle

      Reply
  5. Brooke Ressell says

    April 14, 2021 at 12:54 pm

    This sample box would make a great gift. I love all of these different scents and high-quality candles are always nice to have around.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:50 pm

      Thank you! I always love a good high quality candle too and these are definitely it!

      Reply
  6. Mary Monique says

    April 14, 2021 at 1:10 pm

    I’d love these scented candles inside my room! I’d love a little aesthetic in there. These are very lovely candles, perfect for Spring. Thanks for sharing!

    http://www.lifebeginsattwenty.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:53 pm

      Thank you! So glad you think so too, they are definitely perfect for spring

      Reply
  7. Ari Augustine says

    April 14, 2021 at 1:30 pm

    Peach Apricot & Grapefruit smell DIVINE!
    Even the Lavender Vanilla sounds good, though I prefer more Vanilla than Lavender.
    Looks like a great housewarming gift xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:55 pm

      Yes it would be a perfect housewarming gift for sure!

      Reply
  8. Cora @ TeaPartyPrincess says

    April 14, 2021 at 2:32 pm

    Lavender Vanilla sounds amazing!
    The sample box is an excellent idea – I love trying new scents depending on my mood and it’d mean more to try and less waste if it wasn’t for me. I love the sound of a candle in a teacup too
    Cora | https://www.teapartyprincess.co.uk/

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      Yes Lavender Vanilla is soon good! And I love trying out new scents depending on my mood too! Its so much fun!

      Reply
  9. BR says

    April 14, 2021 at 5:59 pm

    Lovely candles, I would love to try 😊
    Thanks for sharing
    https://uncuaderno4cero.wordpress.com/

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 14, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      No problem at all!

      Reply
  10. Della Driscoll says

    April 14, 2021 at 6:06 pm

    I’m not a big fan of candles but these scents sound amazing, especially the lavender vanilla xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 15, 2021 at 12:00 am

      Yes that one is definitely one of my favorites

      Reply
  11. Giulia says

    April 14, 2021 at 7:57 pm

    I need candles now LOL Thanks for sharing, this sounds like an amazing company and has made me realize I want my home smelling more like spring.

    Giulia, tidbitsofcare.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 15, 2021 at 12:00 am

      Yes you do! These candles are the best!

      Reply
  12. Under Flowery Sky says

    April 14, 2021 at 8:24 pm

    This looks so cute, very beautifully decorated. I can almost
    feel the smell. Love the decor..

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 15, 2021 at 12:01 am

      Thank you so much I appreciate it!

      Reply
  13. Eleanor Jones says

    April 15, 2021 at 10:27 am

    I love candles, especially calming ones such as lavender 🙂 these are great choices, and I love the aesthetic of these pictures x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:16 pm

      Thank you so much! I do too. Calming scents are always nice!

      Reply
  14. Sophie | Love and Literature says

    April 15, 2021 at 10:33 am

    Fab post, the lemon and pear scents sound perfect for this season! Beautiful photos too x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:17 pm

      Thank you so much! I am loving the lemon and pear scents right now too. Basically anything fruity!

      Reply
  15. Lou Farrell says

    April 15, 2021 at 11:04 am

    What a wonderful website, the photos are excellent, and you have picked the perfect scents as a candle lover. I think I’m inspired to buy more candles today. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:17 pm

      Thank you! You definitely should! They are hands down my favorite candles!

      Reply
  16. Kalin says

    April 15, 2021 at 11:48 am

    These candies look so great on the trays. I would love the lavender vanilla scent!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:21 pm

      Thank you! That one is one of my very favorites too!

      Reply
  17. Britt K says

    April 15, 2021 at 1:08 pm

    I am a huge sucker for all things grapefruit when it comes to picking scents for our house. We use candles and wax melts to keep things smelling fresh and my go-to wax melt is a grapefruit-based scent. I’m going to have to check out these candles!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:22 pm

      Oh yes. The grapefruit one is brand new and it doesn’t disappoint! I love it so much!

      Reply
  18. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    April 15, 2021 at 1:55 pm

    I love the presentation of these candles and am a big fan of the clean scents! I’ll have to see if I can find these candles here in Canada!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:25 pm

      Thank you so much! They do ship to Canada too just so you know!

      Reply
  19. The Twinsight | Lifestyle Blog says

    April 15, 2021 at 2:46 pm

    I’m obsessed with spring candles, so this was a fun read. Thanks for sharing; I’ll be looking into getting these candles x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:25 pm

      Awe thank you. So glad you thought so too. I love spring candles as well.

      Reply
  20. lifestyleseason says

    April 15, 2021 at 4:32 pm

    Great post! Thank you for sharing this! I love the sound of the candle scents and the company! I don’t have many spring candles so I’m hopefully going to get some soon! The peaches candles sounds amazing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:26 pm

      Thank you! I am loving the peach scented ones for sure! Perfect for spring!

      Reply
  21. A Capone Connection says

    April 15, 2021 at 11:37 pm

    These all sound like they are incredible! I love the variety pack option the best. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 16, 2021 at 7:29 pm

      Thank you. I love the variety pack too. It’s a perfect way to try them all!

      Reply
  22. Caroline says

    April 16, 2021 at 8:03 pm

    Lavender vanilla sounds amazing!! Great selection of smells 😍

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 17, 2021 at 11:53 pm

      Thank you! I do love lavender vanilla, it smells so good!

      Reply
  23. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    April 16, 2021 at 10:33 pm

    These candle look so nice and I love Lavender and Vanilla! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 17, 2021 at 11:54 pm

      Thank you so much! That one is one of my favorites!

      Reply
  24. sejal says

    April 17, 2021 at 2:23 am

    Yes, another candle lover! My favorite smells are roses, vanilla, and sandalwood. But cinnamon and fruity candles(that don’t smell like medicine), are always great. One of my favorite things to do is light a candle, and just do my work alongside it. But I’m having trouble with finding candles that actually have scents when they burn, so this seems perfect. I’ll certainly check them out, thanks for sharing!

    sejal | she/her | https://www.thelazygal.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 17, 2021 at 11:55 pm

      Yes, that’s exactly what I do too. I always love lighting a candle and working on my blog too!

      Reply
  25. Headphonesthoughts says

    April 19, 2021 at 1:06 am

    These candles sounds so nice. I love the candle scent of grapefruit. It’s a personal favorite for me.

    Reply
  26. Fadima Mooneira says

    April 23, 2021 at 12:56 pm

    I love citrus and other fruity scents. I believe they smell good for perfumes too.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 23, 2021 at 8:38 pm

      Thank you so much. I think they do as well.

      Reply
  27. Jaya Avendel says

    April 23, 2021 at 8:02 pm

    I am overcome by the amazing selection of spring scents and choices! The sample box looks beautiful and would make for a lovely thing to have on hand for gifts too. Loving the sounds of country pear and peach and apricot!
    Thanks so much for sharing. <3

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 23, 2021 at 8:39 pm

      Thank you so much! Those two are definitely my favorites. They smell so good!

      Reply
  28. Heidi says

    April 24, 2021 at 5:08 am

    I’m sure they would love these candles. All of these scents sound similar to scents I love. I have way too many candles according to my husband, though, haha. If I can sneak some more into the house, I would love to order some! Thank you for sharing about this wonderful company!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 24, 2021 at 7:55 pm

      no problem at all! You should definitely try to sneak some more into your house! I have a whole cabinet containing my stock pile of candles lol

      Reply
  29. Karalee Shotola says

    May 6, 2021 at 11:49 am

    I love fruity sweet scents so the Grapefruit, Peach Apricot & Country Pear candles would be perfect for me! Also the sample box sounds great!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 7, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      Yes! I love all the fruity scents too!

      Reply
  30. Liz says

    November 8, 2021 at 11:07 am

    I’ve recently been fond of scented candles. Found myself buying quite a number of it these days! There’s so many interesting scents from small businesses here who make candles and right now, they’re already selling Christmas collections and I’ve already placed my orders. Definitely excited to get my candles.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      November 8, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      Thank you. I love candles too. I always have one burning!

      Reply

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Forget checking under the bed for monsters because Forget checking under the bed for monsters because apparently we already have one living there! 🤣 Little Miss Charlie, our mischievous tuxedo cat, has officially claimed the space under our bed as her personal hiding spot. And the second someone walks by?! ATTACK MODE ACTIVATED! 🐈‍⬛

She takes her job as the resident under-the-bed monster VERY seriously, and honestly, her sneak attacks are hilarious! 😂 Who knew such a cute little kitty could be so terrifying?!

It’s a good thing she’s adorable because we apparently live with a tiny furry jump scare now! 😹

Please tell me we’re not the only ones with a cat who loves hiding under the bed and attacking unsuspecting ankles?! 🤣
#AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is si #AD One of my favorite ways to start the day is sipping coffee on our screened-in porch with my cats, and these adorable @tossware disposable hot cups make my little morning routine even cuter!

The second I saw this cat print, I knew I had to have it. 😹 I mean… cute coffee cups covered in cats?! They were basically made for me! They’re perfect for slow mornings at home, taking your coffee on the go, or just making your everyday coffee routine feel a little more fun.

And @tossware has SO many cute patterns and designs to choose from, so there’s something for every season and occasion!

Are you a morning coffee + cats person too?! ☕️🐾
You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼 When You need to learn how to say NO in life. 👏🏼

When someone asks, “Do you want one?” You say, “No… I want TWO.” 🤣

And that is especially true when it comes to Reese’s Pumpkins. 🎃🥜🍫

Seriously, WHY do the Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins taste so much better than regular Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups?! There’s just something about that perfect chocolate-to-peanut-butter ratio that gets me every single Halloween. 😂

They are hands down my favorite Halloween candy, and honestly, I could probably eat my weight in them.

So if you offer me one Reese’s Pumpkin this spooky season, just save us both some time and hand me two. 😉🤣

Now I need to know: what’s the BEST Halloween candy of all time?! 👇🏼
I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearl I am absolutely LOVING these fall trees from Nearly Natural on @amazon 🙌🏻 Usually, I keep my olive trees in these baskets on each side of our bed until Christmas, when I swap them out for Christmas trees. But now I officially have trees for FALL too… and I’m obsessed. 😂🍁

They add the prettiest deep, rich fall colors to our bedroom and instantly make the whole space feel warmer and cozier. There’s just something about bringing those autumn tones into your bedroom that makes it feel like the ultimate cozy retreat!

I’m definitely adding these to my list of favorite fall bedroom decor finds. 🍂

Are you someone who decorates your bedroom for fall too, or do you keep the seasonal decor to the main areas of your home?!

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If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, If you love Halloween decorations, historic homes, and all the cozy fall vibes, then you NEED to visit Charleston in October! 😍 

The beautiful historic houses all decked out for Halloween are seriously one of my favorite things to see. Charleston really knows how to do spooky season right!

One of my favorite things to do is simply stroll through the historic downtown streets and admire all the gorgeous homes and their festive fall decorations. 🧡

And honestly, fall is my FAVORITE time to visit Charleston, South Carolina! The weather is usually so much more enjoyable than the brutal summer heat. Although it was super rainy this weekend, I’ll take a little rain over that Southern heat and humidity ANY day! 🤣☔️

So consider this your sign to plan a fall getaway to Charleston! Between the Halloween decorations, charming historic streets, and beautiful architecture, it’s the perfect destination for an October weekend trip!

SAVE this post for your next Charleston trip! 📍 And tell me, would you rather visit Charleston in the fall or summer?!
BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s BOO! 👻🍪 Looking for an easy Halloween treat that’s almost too cute to eat?! These spooky Halloween Oreo cookies are just what you need! 

I absolutely LOVE making fun and festive desserts for Halloween, but sometimes I want something quick and easy without spending hours in the kitchen. And these adorable Halloween Oreos are perfect for that!

They’re such a fun Halloween party dessert, a cute addition to your spooky treat boards, or just a sweet little treat to enjoy while watching your favorite Halloween movies! Plus, they’re a fun Halloween activity to make with the kiddos too!

Who knew you could turn simple Oreo cookies into the cutest spooky treats?! 😍

👻 Want to make these easy Halloween Oreo cookies too? Comment “Recipe” below and I’ll send you the recipe!

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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?! 👇🏻

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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
Me walking into the weekend like my to-do list isn Me walking into the weekend like my to-do list isn’t a mile long and I don’t have approximately 47 things I should be doing. 😂

Because apparently if I put on a cute outfit, walk dramatically through some twinkle lights, and simply ✨ignore my responsibilities✨… they no longer exist.

That’s how adulting works, right?! 🤣

Consider this your reminder that the laundry, emails, errands, cleaning, and never-ending to-do list will still be there later. Sometimes you just need to romanticize your life and pretend you have absolutely nothing to do for a minute. 😂

Please tell me I’m not the only one entering the weekend with a to-do list I have ZERO intentions of completing. 👇🏻

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#weekendhumor #weekendvibes✌️ #romantizeyourlife #weekendtodolist #relatablecontent

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