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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

#LTKSwim #LTKTravel #pots #potssyndrome #beachtherapy 

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

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

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

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

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

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

How often are you watering yours? 👇🤣

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

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

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

Which piece would you wear first? ❤️

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wishing you all a relaxing Sunday filled with sunshine, fresh air, and a little time to enjoy the simple things. #sundaystills #flowerbed #flowerbeds #porchdecor #porchsitting
But can we talk about how hard it is to make frien But can we talk about how hard it is to make friends in your 30s?! Is anyone else struggling with adult friendships, or is it just me?

Maybe it’s my socially awkward, overthinking brain. Maybe it’s because I spend 99% of my free time at home and have fully embraced my introvert era. Or maybe it’s the fact that every time I meet someone new, I replay the entire conversation in my head for the next 3-5 business days. 🤣

And while I’ve never been officially diagnosed as neurodivergent, let’s just say some of those traits hit a little too close to home. 🧠😂

So if you’re also navigating social anxiety, an expired social battery, awkward small talk, and the challenge of making friends as an adult... welcome. You’re my people.

At least in my head, I’m the life of the party. 🎉🤣 #neurodivergent #neurodivergentsupport #socialanxietymemes #adultfriendships #socialbattery
POV: You survived your first full week back at wor POV: You survived your first full week back at work after endometriosis excision surgery… and this is what recovery really looks like. 😂

I officially made it through my first full week back to work after a month-long surgery leave, and whew… the post-op fatigue is NO joke.

Every evening has looked pretty much the same: clock out, soak my aching body in a scorching hot bath, grab my heating pad, put on my weighted eye mask, and immediately take a cat nap before I can even think about making dinner or doing anything around the house. 😴

I knew recovering from endometriosis excision surgery would take time, but I didn’t expect the exhaustion to hit this hard after returning to work. My body is definitely reminding me that healing isn’t always a straight line.

Right now, this little recovery routine is getting me through:
💛 Hot bath
💛 Heating pad on full blast
💛 Weighted eye mask (shoutout to @nodpodofficial) 
💛 Emergency evening nap

Thankfully, it’s finally the weekend, and I can focus on resting and recharging before doing it all over again next week.

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

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

Whenever I have a bad day at work, I remind myself that I need that paycheck so my cats can stay home all day, nap in peace, eat snacks, and live their best spoiled-cat lives. 😂

This first week back at work has been ROUGH, y’all. I miss being home with my fur babies more than anything. Honestly, I think my true calling in life is being a stay-at-home cat mom. 🐾

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

The funniest part? I don’t even think little Miss Riley misses me. As long as the food bowl stays full and the treats keep coming, she’s perfectly content living her best life while I’m out here working my butt off. 🤣

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

Being chronically ill means I’ve tried my fair share of medications over the years, and my body always seems to have a mind of its own. If a medicine is supposed to make people sleepy, I’ll be wide awake all night. If there’s a tiny chance of an adverse reaction, somehow I’m usually that tiny percentage. 😅

So starting a new medication is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Part of me is hopeful it’ll finally provide some relief, and the other part is preparing for whatever random side effect my body decides to throw my way.

Here’s hoping this one actually helps my symptoms without adding a whole new list of problems. 🤞😂

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

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

Give me all the weathered flags, vintage crocks, old books, and classic Americana touches. 🇺🇸

I know some people pack away their patriotic decorations after July 4th, but I love leaving my summer patriotic decor out all season long. It just feels timeless to me!

Do you decorate with patriotic decor all summer, or do you switch things up after the Fourth of July? #vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #americanadecor #americana #patrioticdecor
POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month t POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month turned me into a full-time homebody 🤣

Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
#homebody #homebodylife #surgeryrecovery #stayathomecatmom #worklifebalancegoals
Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of going back to work while still recovering from surgery. Between the physical healing and the emotional side of post-surgery recovery, I’ve been feeling pretty down lately. So this comedy date night ended up being exactly what I needed.

We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

Have you ever had a random night out come at exactly the right time? #johncrist #johncristcomedy #comedyshow #datenightideas #asheville
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Summer · June 23, 2020

Patriotic Home Decor Ideas for the Fourth

If y’all have been around here long enough, then you know I decorate for pretty much every holiday, no matter how big or small. I even did a few little things here and there for Valentine’s Day as well! But since the Fourth of July is coming up, I wanted to share a few patriotic decor ideas with you all in case you were looking for some inspiration too!

I don’t do anything too crazy for the Fourth, but I did want to incorporate a few pieces of red, white & blue. I tried just to add in easy and simple touches that can be easily taken down after the Fourth is over as well. 

All this decor is perfect for any of the patriotic holidays and not just Independence Day! So if you’re looking to be inspired, come check all my patriotic home decor ideas here! All of them are super simple and easy to do too!

Patriotic Coffee Bar
Here is my patriotic decor on my coffee bar!

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Coffee Bar

One of my favorite things to redecorate and restyle every season is my coffee bar. I love to add in a little patriotic flair on here to give it a pop of red, white & blue. 

I keep a majority of my home decor very neutral, that way it is easier for me to add in a few pops of color here and there without it being too overwhelming. 

Patriotic Decor on Coffee Bar
Close up view of my patriotic mugs and decor on my coffee bar.

I love to mainly use seasonal mugs for my coffee bar based on every holiday. And of course, I still have some patriotic Rae Dunn pieces that are just perfect for the Fourth!

I also added in this colorful apron that goes along with the season too. I like how it is just red and white, that way I can use it for Christmas too!

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And of course, any vintage pieces that are red, white, and blue are perfect for my open shelf above my coffee bar too. Like that beautiful old potato chip can you see up there now! I love looking for vintage pieces that have a little red or blue colors to them. That way they make the perfect, vintage decorative accents to the holiday!

And even better if they just have a little red to them because I can reuse those pieces perfectly for Christmas decor too! Eventually, I would like to try to find more vintage pieces for this holiday, but I think I have a pretty good start on it so far. 

Tiered Trays

I also love to style tiered trays for every season because they are so fun and easy to do. I keep one on my coffee bar and one on my little side table as well.

You can usually find cheap, seasonal pieces from the dollar spot at Target and I love to fill my trays up with them!

I went into more detail about styling tiered trays in one of my older blog posts, so be sure to check that out as well if you’re looking for tips on how to style yours too!

Patriotic Tiered Tray
Here is a closer view of my coffee bar tiered tray!

I like to add small little signs on tiered trays too. I love this Summer one above because not only can you use it all summer long, but it also perfectly incorporates into patriotic decor as well.

Another thing that is super easy to do is to throw in some cheap American Flags in your tiered tray too. I put mine in the bottles I have on my top shelf of my tiered tray below:

Patriotic Tiered Tray Display
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If you’re looking for some more patriotic tiered tray ideas, be sure to check out my easy kitchen patriotic decor ideas blog post too. It’s chock full of more simple and easy ways to add in some patriotic decor, but specially geared more towards your kitchen space. 

And speaking of the kitchen, I have a couple of great patriotic recipes for you try out too! Whether you’re looking for a quick, no-bake breakfast or snack; or a delicious fruit pizza, you don’t want to miss out on these tasty recipes!

Open Shelves

Styling open shelving is my jam and I always love when I can style them for a particular season or holiday. For the Fourth of July, I wanted to add in just a few pops of color here and there.

I did so by adding in some patriotic tea towels on my ladder up top, as well as adding in my little vintage Coca Cola tray on the bottom.

Another thing I did was to put in a vintage blue tin and some cute red and white paper straws in my vintage Dundee jar as well. I think it’s just enough touches without overdoing it! Plus, you can always reuse these pieces year after year too which is another added bonus!

Patriotic Open Shelves
Here is a close up view of my patriotic open shelves.

Patriotic Front Porch

I try to keep my front porch beaming with American pride year round! We have a wooden American flag hanging next to our front door at all times and I just love the rustic look to it.

It’s not only perfect for July 4th, but Memorial Day, Labor Day, or any other day as well! 

I like to give my porch some star-spangled style year round! I would also love to include some patriotic bunting on the porch eventually as well. 

Rocking Chairs on Spring Front Porch

One year I even had potted flowers that were red, white, and blue. I bought them from Lowe’s that way. So they were the perfect addition to keeping up with the patriotic theme on my front porch.

And super easy too since I just bought them that way! And I didn’t have to search for all the different flowers and plant them myself. So that’s another great option when looking for patriotic decor for your front porch as well!

Tablescape

I kept my tablescape so super simple for this year. I literally kept all my place settings the same. But, just added in some glass jars on either side of my centerpiece and placed two flags in each jar.

How crazy simple and easy is that?!  I kept my same napkins that have the blue stripes on them from my spring decor. That way I could reuse them for this patriotic table. A blue table runner or any other blue items would look perfect on here as well to go with the napkins.

Patriotic Tablescape
See those cute little American Flags in the jars?!

I didn’t want to have to take down a lot of patriotic decor, so I tried to keep my kitchen table as simple and easy as I could this year. 

Especially since I didn’t start decorating until a few days ago. So I won’t be leaving this up for too long.

Patriotic Dining Room
Another full view of my patriotic coffee bar, open shelves, and tablescape. Shop this look below:

Here is a quick view of some more patriotic decor touches that I have added throughout the house as well:

Close up of Patriotic Tablescape
Close up view of my patriotic tablescape.
Little Patriotic Vignette
I love how cute and little this Coca Cola crate is!
Patriotic Display
I keep all my coffee syrups in that vintage Coca Cola crate below.
Patriotic Vignette
Look at that vintage potato chip can!

Well, I hope from looking through this blog post, I have inspired you to put out a little patriotic home décor in your home too this year. Do you guys usually decorate for the Fourth of July or Memorial Day? 

You could easily add in a few touches here and there. Like a simple banner hanging off your fireplace mantel if you have one!

Or some kitchen towels that have the red white & blue color theme going on. And you could easily replace some existing wall art you already have with something more patriotic for the season too.

Patriotic Decor Ideas for the Fourth
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If you decorate, what do you like to do? I hope this post inspired you to put up a few touches here and there, even if you don’t usually decorate for the holiday! But, let me know what you do below and have a great day my friends!

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Comments

  1. Jenny in Neverland says

    June 23, 2020 at 12:39 pm

    Of course I’m not in the US so this isn’t something we do here but I absolutely love your choices of decor for 4th July. They’re so subtle but help set the celebratory mood!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 23, 2020 at 2:10 pm

      Thank you so much Jenny! That’s what I was trying to go for, subtle and not overwhelming touches!

      Reply
  2. Ieva || TheSpareMinimum.com says

    June 23, 2020 at 12:43 pm

    Absolutely loving the charming color scheme of this!! I love how the classical “blue and red” has a bit more neutral approach. I’m not an American but my birthday is on July 4th so this theme feels somewhat close to me, haha.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 23, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      Awe yay! Happy early birthday then! And yes, I don’t want the red, white, and blue to feel too overwhelming because I like to keep things more neutral for sure.

      Reply
  3. Aislinn Short says

    June 23, 2020 at 12:53 pm

    Wow I love these!! Great tips and love your taste girl!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 23, 2020 at 2:06 pm

      Thank you so much Aislinn. I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  4. Chrissy says

    June 23, 2020 at 1:27 pm

    Love the ideas as well as your home’s aesthetic! I haven’t been decorating as much as I used to, but perhaps that will change. x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 23, 2020 at 2:08 pm

      Thank you Chrissy! Yes, you should throw out a few patriotic touches here and there for sure!

      Reply
  5. Adam says

    June 23, 2020 at 3:10 pm

    I love the subtlety to the decor, obviously we don’t celebrate it over here, as we were the losers 😂 but we have St George’s Day, and it all tends to be so tacky, you’ve really shown how to do it here.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 23, 2020 at 10:02 pm

      Lol you are too funny! And yes! I don’t like tacky decor so I try to add in a few pops here and there without it being too overwhelming!

      Reply
  6. Abby says

    June 23, 2020 at 3:36 pm

    These are so cute! I live abroad but I still want to find a way to celebrate 🙂

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 23, 2020 at 10:04 pm

      Oh yes! It’s still so much fun to celebrate!

      Reply
  7. Melissa Kacar says

    June 24, 2020 at 6:43 am

    I love the way you decorated using subtle hints of red, white, and blue throughout your home! I especially love how your coffee bar looks! This is such a fun way to celebrate and be patriotic! Thanks for sharing this! 🙂

    melissakacar.blogspot.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 24, 2020 at 2:24 pm

      Thank you so much! I tried to do it subtle and not overdo it!

      Reply
  8. Meera says

    June 24, 2020 at 1:54 pm

    Wow such lovely ideas! I absolutely love tiered tays ❤️

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 24, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      Thank you! I love tiered trays too!

      Reply
  9. Carolyn says

    June 24, 2020 at 2:21 pm

    I absolutely love your 4th of July aesthetic! Can we be honest…a lot of 4th of July decor can get very garish and cheesy. This is the perfect touch of vintage, subtlety, and style. Love it! Will definitely try to recreate it in my home. Happy 4th!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 24, 2020 at 2:26 pm

      Yes I totally agree! I didn’t want it to look cheesy at all! I am glad you think it looks okay! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  10. Britt says

    June 24, 2020 at 2:25 pm

    I love these suggestions! We’ve been talking about setting up a coffee bar at our house in the near future now that we’ve been collecting more coffee-related stuff. Plus, I’d love to have the countertop space back now that we’re adding more and more to the corner that it currently sits. Combine that with the fact that I have an excuse to decorate it for different holidays, and I’m all over this!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 24, 2020 at 2:29 pm

      Yes! That’s my favorite part about my coffee bar- decorating it for every season. It’s been so much fun and I love that it frees up my counter space too!

      Reply
  11. Olivia says

    June 24, 2020 at 3:10 pm

    This looks super cute! Thank you for sharing your suggestions with us. Sadly I live in the UK but this looks good even for decorations!

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

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 24, 2020 at 6:13 pm

      Awe thank you so much Olivia. I appreciate that!

      Reply
  12. Josie D. says

    June 24, 2020 at 4:02 pm

    These are some really nice home decor ideas. I love you started with a white space and added different colors and pieces to make each item stand out. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 24, 2020 at 6:14 pm

      Thank you so much Josie. Yes, I like to keep the bigs things neutral that way it is easy to add in a pop of color here and there!

      Reply
  13. Paige Eades says

    June 25, 2020 at 8:37 am

    I live in the UK so 4th July isn’t celebrated here but I LOVE the decor ideas – everything is so cute!

    Paige // Paige Eades

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 25, 2020 at 1:58 pm

      Thank you so much Paige! I appreciate it!

      Reply
  14. Chloe says

    June 25, 2020 at 12:18 pm

    I love the look of the coffee bar!! Great post! Will take inspiration from it✨💗

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 25, 2020 at 1:59 pm

      Thank you so much. I love styling my coffee bar for every season! It’s so much fun!

      Reply
  15. Jupiter says

    June 25, 2020 at 12:57 pm

    This is such a beautiful set up! So festive.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 25, 2020 at 1:59 pm

      Thank you! I tried to make it as festive as possible!

      Reply
  16. lifestyleseason says

    June 25, 2020 at 1:48 pm

    Great post! I love the decorations and the colours! I’m not from America but it’s so cool!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 25, 2020 at 1:59 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  17. The Book View says

    June 25, 2020 at 10:41 pm

    These pictures are SO CUTE! Definitely feeling inspired!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 25, 2020 at 11:00 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Glad I could inspire you!

      Reply
  18. Deandra says

    June 25, 2020 at 11:51 pm

    These are super cute and really great ideas! They really bring the atmosphere of the holiday and are festive and fun. Great post!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 26, 2020 at 10:09 am

      Thank you so much Deandra! I’m so glad you think so!

      Reply
  19. Fritzie I Life Travel Soul says

    June 26, 2020 at 12:44 am

    I love your coffee bar. It’s nice that you can easily redecorate this every season/ holiday with a few items. I live in a small apartment, but I’m really inspired to find a spot for that coffee bar.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 26, 2020 at 10:10 am

      Oh my goodness yes! I love having a coffee bar! I knew I wanted space for one when we were building our house. I even had our contractor move our window over a little so I would be sure to have enough space there!

      Reply
  20. Isabelle Vita NYC says

    June 26, 2020 at 1:34 am

    Love these ideas! This was so aesthetically pleasing to scroll through because of the pictures as well!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 26, 2020 at 10:10 am

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

      Reply
  21. Bathi says

    June 26, 2020 at 6:30 am

    That room is so charming. I need that coffee bar *_*

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 26, 2020 at 10:11 am

      Thank you so much! I love my coffee bar too! It’s so much fun to style it and decorate it for every season!

      Reply
  22. Katie (The Twenty Percent) says

    June 26, 2020 at 7:23 am

    Your decorating all looks amazing! I’m from the UK so we don’t celebrate 4th July but I love what you’ve done with your house!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 26, 2020 at 10:11 am

      Thank you so much Katie. I appreciate it!

      Reply
  23. Sharon says

    June 26, 2020 at 7:54 am

    Love the theme, and the decorations and your enthusiasm for creating cool spaces for each celebration.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 26, 2020 at 10:14 am

      Awe thank you Sharon. I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  24. Sabika says

    June 27, 2020 at 6:16 am

    I don’t live in the US but your decor ideas are brilliant! Specially like the tiered trays and open shelves. I’ll use some of these in other events at my place,thanks for the tips! 🙂

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 27, 2020 at 1:12 pm

      Thank you so much! I am glad you could use some of these tips, even if you don’t live in the US!

      Reply
  25. Anika says

    June 27, 2020 at 9:03 am

    Great ideas, the coffee bar is so cute!

    Anika | chaptersofmay.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 27, 2020 at 1:11 pm

      Thank you so much! I always love to style my coffee bar for every season!

      Reply
  26. Vinn says

    June 27, 2020 at 6:02 pm

    I love every piece in your decors and great combination with red and blue. I admire your creativity and I think I can use this as an inspiration. Happy 4th of July!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 27, 2020 at 6:37 pm

      Thank you so much. I appreciate that! Happy Fourth of July to you as well!

      Reply
  27. Sandra Ans says

    June 27, 2020 at 8:57 pm

    As always – every smallest detail looks amazing! But coffee bar is something really special! My man loves coffee and I think he would love to have a coffee bar in our (next – bigger) flat!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 27, 2020 at 9:48 pm

      Thank you so much! Yes, he daintily would if he’s a big coffee fan like me. I love our coffee bar so much. I visit it daily lol and multiple times per day too!

      Reply
  28. Single Mom Chapters says

    June 28, 2020 at 5:51 pm

    I absolutely love everything about this!! Everything is so pleasing to the eye 😍 I don’t celebrate but this makes me wanna celebrate too

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 28, 2020 at 7:19 pm

      Awe thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  29. Amanda says

    June 29, 2020 at 2:51 pm

    I just love your coffee bar! All of this is so cute! Come decorate my house 😊

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2020 at 11:11 pm

      Girl I would love to! That would be a dream job for me, to decorate other people’s houses too lol

      Reply
  30. Alisa Russell says

    June 29, 2020 at 3:09 pm

    This is gorgeous! I am glad I found your blog link on Twitter. It looks so put-together. Have a great 4th!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2020 at 11:11 pm

      Awe thank you so much Alisa. I really appreciate that and I hope you have a great Fourth of July too!

      Reply
  31. Aimsy says

    June 29, 2020 at 6:03 pm

    I love the little added touches of the decor. I like how simple but effective it is. Also, are those pom-poms on sticks on the coffee bar? If so, you can’t beat a good pom-pom for decoration, can you? I like how you have used items that can be re-used for other decors, definitely saves a bit on the budget, doesn’t it?

    Thanks for sharing!

    Aimsy xoxo

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 29, 2020 at 11:14 pm

      Thank you so much Aimsy. It’s like a faux flower that I got from the Target Dollar Spot a few years ago. But they do like pom poms!

      Reply
  32. Natasha Evans says

    June 30, 2020 at 7:33 pm

    This is so cute! Love how subtle your decorations are but still beautiful!

    Tash – https://www.agirlwithview.co.uk

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 30, 2020 at 9:28 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I really appreciate that. I didn’t want to go to over the top with them lol

      Reply
  33. Sarah Mark says

    July 1, 2020 at 11:53 am

    I love your decor some beautiful pieces, I wish you lived closer to give some home style tips! Enjoy your 4th July!
    Sarah

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 2, 2020 at 12:03 am

      Awe thanks Sarah! I do too! I would love that!

      Reply
  34. Lisa Alioto says

    July 1, 2020 at 1:58 pm

    Love the simple but elegant splashes of all that the holiday represents!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 2, 2020 at 12:07 am

      Thank you so much! I just wanted to add simple touches here and there!

      Reply
  35. Alison Kelly says

    July 1, 2020 at 7:12 pm

    Beautiful use of red, and blue accents! Hope you have a safe holiday! Stay healthy!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      July 2, 2020 at 12:14 am

      Thank you so much! I hope you do as well my friend!

      Reply
  36. Love, Em says

    July 2, 2020 at 9:52 am

    This looks like such a dreamy idea. I have always wanted a little coffee bar but have no place to put it. I am excited to have my first ever 4th of July with my boyfriend and his family (who are American) and I will hint to them that we need these ideas at the BBQ! Thank you for sharing, I am always so jealous of your décor!

    Em | http://www.loveemblog.com x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 2, 2020 at 11:42 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I hope you enjoy your first ever Fourth of July!!

      Reply
  37. Sue Berk Koch says

    July 2, 2020 at 11:01 am

    The flags are fun and add a dash of color. I am going to pick a few up! Did I miss where you got those dried poms? Thanks so much.

    –Sue

    http://www.susanberkkoch.com/blog

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    • Charity Gentry says

      July 2, 2020 at 11:42 pm

      Thank you so much! I found those poms at the Target dollar spot a few years ago so I could unfortunately no longer link them!

      Reply
  38. Fransic verso says

    June 7, 2022 at 11:29 am

    You are so creative with decorating the house and DIY. I always love it and I’m impressed.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:42 pm

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

      Reply
  39. Lauren says

    June 7, 2022 at 11:39 am

    You have decorated so well, it looks like pretty set ups! You have created well designed spaces. Thank you for sharing.

    Lauren x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:42 pm

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

      Reply
  40. Riyah Speaks says

    June 7, 2022 at 12:03 pm

    Wow these decorations are so cute.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:42 pm

      Thank you so much

      Reply
  41. Lo says

    June 7, 2022 at 12:52 pm

    I really love the pop of color in the mugs, so cute! I love when I see decorations for the holidays. I myself put + take my Christmas tree up/down late so I can never keep up with the changing holidays lol. Love this

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:43 pm

      Lol yes, it is a lot of work to do for sure to keep up with everything!

      Reply
  42. Molly | Transatlantic Notes says

    June 7, 2022 at 3:10 pm

    I like the subtlety of this; it’s very beautifully put together. I am in the U.S. but I’m British so I don’t tend to do anything like this for July 4th. I make the same joke each year though as my husband is American and I say that he’s still under British rule, haha! Love this!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:46 pm

      Lol that’s so cute! And thank you so much!

      Reply
  43. Lucy says

    June 7, 2022 at 4:02 pm

    These are great decorations for the 4th July! x

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

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:46 pm

      Thank you. I appreciate it

      Reply
  44. Andrea Hunt says

    June 7, 2022 at 4:49 pm

    What cute ideas! Love those I will have to look into that for my little decorations this year thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:47 pm

      Thank you, you definitely should as well!

      Reply
  45. Emma T says

    June 7, 2022 at 6:14 pm

    Love your coffee bar. So sweet. The tiered trays are great. I don’t have storage space for any, or worktop space, but would love some.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:47 pm

      Thank you so much. I have too many tiered trays lol

      Reply
  46. readandreviewit says

    June 7, 2022 at 7:17 pm

    Ooh these look lovely! I’m not from America but I’m loving the touches of colour and I’d love to get something similar to the tiered trays. Thank you so much for sharing x

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:47 pm

      Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed it as well

      Reply
  47. Rocking Specter says

    June 7, 2022 at 7:42 pm

    We definitely like the coffee bar suggestion. It’s great. We really enjoyed this post. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:47 pm

      Thank you. I am glad you liked it!

      Reply
  48. Jenny in Neverland says

    June 7, 2022 at 9:01 pm

    These are some really sweet but subtle ideas of how to fix up your decor for this occasion!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:48 pm

      Thank you so much Jenny. I appreciate it

      Reply
  49. Elizabeth says

    June 9, 2022 at 10:11 am

    Ohh I love your coffee bar!! I have always wanted to make one of those and yours is perfect!! I love the neutral colors theme with the pop of color!! Thanks so much for sharing and have a happy 4th!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:53 pm

      Awe thanks so much girl. My coffee bar is definitely one of my favorite spots in my house! Lol happy fourth to you too!

      Reply
  50. Sue Berk Koch says

    June 9, 2022 at 10:38 am

    I love how you keep switching up your decor. Thanks for the ideas. You’re an inspiration.

    Sue
    http://www.susanberkkoch.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:53 pm

      Awe that means so much to me. I appreciate that!

      Reply
  51. Liz • GratefulGF.com says

    June 9, 2022 at 3:28 pm

    Love the delicate pops of color to celebrate the Fourth. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:54 pm

      No problem at all, glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  52. ellegracedeveson says

    June 9, 2022 at 6:02 pm

    You’ve shared some really great ways of decorating this July 4th lovely. I’m not from America myself but I can imagine this will inspire a lot of people from all over America to get decorating and celebrating. I love seeing people decorate their homes and your home looks amazing! Thank you so much for sharing with us Xo

    Elle – ellegracedeveson.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 9, 2022 at 10:54 pm

      Awe thank you so much. I really appreciate that!

      Reply
  53. Aspen Hite says

    June 10, 2022 at 2:33 pm

    You are very talented! Some fantastic yet subtle ideas for home décor for the holiday. Thank you for sharing…you’ve got me thinking. 😉

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    • Charity Gentry says

      June 10, 2022 at 10:42 pm

      Awe thank you so much! I appreciate it!

      Reply
  54. Pastor Natalie (ExamineThisMoment) says

    June 11, 2022 at 1:45 am

    These are great ideas. I really appreciate you sharing this post. The shelves are wonderful. ☺️

    Pastor Natalie (ExamineThisMoment)
    Letstakeamoment.com

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I proudly present… the most expensive homegrown pe I proudly present… the most expensive homegrown pepper we’ve ever grown. 🌶️🤣

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wishing you all a relaxing Sunday filled with sunshine, fresh air, and a little time to enjoy the simple things. #sundaystills #flowerbed #flowerbeds #porchdecor #porchsitting
But can we talk about how hard it is to make frien But can we talk about how hard it is to make friends in your 30s?! Is anyone else struggling with adult friendships, or is it just me?

Maybe it’s my socially awkward, overthinking brain. Maybe it’s because I spend 99% of my free time at home and have fully embraced my introvert era. Or maybe it’s the fact that every time I meet someone new, I replay the entire conversation in my head for the next 3-5 business days. 🤣

And while I’ve never been officially diagnosed as neurodivergent, let’s just say some of those traits hit a little too close to home. 🧠😂

So if you’re also navigating social anxiety, an expired social battery, awkward small talk, and the challenge of making friends as an adult... welcome. You’re my people.

At least in my head, I’m the life of the party. 🎉🤣 #neurodivergent #neurodivergentsupport #socialanxietymemes #adultfriendships #socialbattery
POV: You survived your first full week back at wor POV: You survived your first full week back at work after endometriosis excision surgery… and this is what recovery really looks like. 😂

I officially made it through my first full week back to work after a month-long surgery leave, and whew… the post-op fatigue is NO joke.

Every evening has looked pretty much the same: clock out, soak my aching body in a scorching hot bath, grab my heating pad, put on my weighted eye mask, and immediately take a cat nap before I can even think about making dinner or doing anything around the house. 😴

I knew recovering from endometriosis excision surgery would take time, but I didn’t expect the exhaustion to hit this hard after returning to work. My body is definitely reminding me that healing isn’t always a straight line.

Right now, this little recovery routine is getting me through:
💛 Hot bath
💛 Heating pad on full blast
💛 Weighted eye mask (shoutout to @nodpodofficial) 
💛 Emergency evening nap

Thankfully, it’s finally the weekend, and I can focus on resting and recharging before doing it all over again next week.

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

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

Whenever I have a bad day at work, I remind myself that I need that paycheck so my cats can stay home all day, nap in peace, eat snacks, and live their best spoiled-cat lives. 😂

This first week back at work has been ROUGH, y’all. I miss being home with my fur babies more than anything. Honestly, I think my true calling in life is being a stay-at-home cat mom. 🐾

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

The funniest part? I don’t even think little Miss Riley misses me. As long as the food bowl stays full and the treats keep coming, she’s perfectly content living her best life while I’m out here working my butt off. 🤣

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

Being chronically ill means I’ve tried my fair share of medications over the years, and my body always seems to have a mind of its own. If a medicine is supposed to make people sleepy, I’ll be wide awake all night. If there’s a tiny chance of an adverse reaction, somehow I’m usually that tiny percentage. 😅

So starting a new medication is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Part of me is hopeful it’ll finally provide some relief, and the other part is preparing for whatever random side effect my body decides to throw my way.

Here’s hoping this one actually helps my symptoms without adding a whole new list of problems. 🤞😂

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

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

Give me all the weathered flags, vintage crocks, old books, and classic Americana touches. 🇺🇸

I know some people pack away their patriotic decorations after July 4th, but I love leaving my summer patriotic decor out all season long. It just feels timeless to me!

Do you decorate with patriotic decor all summer, or do you switch things up after the Fourth of July? #vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #americanadecor #americana #patrioticdecor
POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month t POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month turned me into a full-time homebody 🤣

Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
#homebody #homebodylife #surgeryrecovery #stayathomecatmom #worklifebalancegoals
Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of going back to work while still recovering from surgery. Between the physical healing and the emotional side of post-surgery recovery, I’ve been feeling pretty down lately. So this comedy date night ended up being exactly what I needed.

We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

Have you ever had a random night out come at exactly the right time? #johncrist #johncristcomedy #comedyshow #datenightideas #asheville

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