Fall is almost here, which means it’s officially a Fall is almost here, which means it’s officially apple orchard season! 🍎 One of my favorite fall traditions is picking fresh Honeycrisp apples straight from the orchard. There is just nothing better than a crisp, juicy apple on a cool autumn day!

I always stock up because I love freezing fresh apple slices to enjoy all year long. They’re perfect for making these easy Crockpot Cinnamon Apples whenever the craving hits! They’re soft, warm, full of cinnamon flavor, and make the perfect fall side dish, dessert, or sweet snack. Plus, this slow cooker apple recipe couldn’t be easier to make.

If you’re looking for cozy fall recipes, simple apple recipes, or an easy crockpot dessert, you have to try this one!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it straight to you! 🍎🍂

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Y’all, I am SO tired of this 😩💔 I woke up this mor Y’all, I am SO tired of this 😩💔 I woke up this morning not feeling great, but like I always do, I tried to push through it. I was sitting at my laptop doing a little work when suddenly my hands started shaking so badly that I couldn’t control what I was doing. My HR spiked up to 180 and I threw up as well. And honestly? I’m frustrated, scared, and completely exhausted from not knowing WHY this is happening.

I finally got my MRI results back on Friday, and fortunately (but also unfortunately), they didn’t find anything major. And I’ll admit it… I bawled. 😭

Of course I don’t want something seriously wrong with me. But at the same time, I desperately want a diagnosis. I want answers. After dealing with unexplained symptoms for so long, getting “normal” test results can almost feel like another dead end.

My neurologist had mentioned the possibility of Chiari malformation, so I honestly thought that might finally explain some of my symptoms. Now that the MRI didn’t show that, I feel like I’m back at square one.

Because this isn’t normal. 😩

What am I supposed to do for work when my hands are shaking like this?! I was working as a dental hygienist, and can you imagine trying to clean someone’s teeth while your hands are trembling uncontrollably? It’s terrifying to even think about.
My short-term disability still hasn’t been approved either, so I’m sitting here wondering what I’m supposed to do next while my health and career feel completely uncertain.

I have another appointment with my doctor on Friday, so I’m trying to remind myself that this is just another step in the process. But it feels like it’s been nothing but waiting for appointments, waiting for tests, waiting for results… and still no answers.

This has truly been the hardest season of my life.

I’m trying so hard to trust God through all of this, even when I don’t understand what He’s doing. 🙏🏻 It’s just really hard when you don’t know what your future, your health, or even your career is going to look like.

So if you’ve been following along through this health journey, please keep praying that I finally get some answers. 🤍
If you’re part of the Abandoned Golf Wives Social If you’re part of the Abandoned Golf Wives Social Club, come join me! 😜 Because if he’s going to spend every weekend on the golf course, I’m at least going to have a cute outfit about it. 😂

When I saw this adorable shirt from Pink Lily, I HAD to have it immediately—especially because it pairs perfectly with my “he’s golfing” hat. ⛳️😂

At this point, I might as well make being a golf wife my entire personality, right?! 🤣

Tag your fellow golf wives who totally get it! 👇🏼

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

#golfhumor #husbandwifejokes #husbandwifehumor #golfing #golfjokes
When I spotted these plain little white ceramic gh When I spotted these plain little white ceramic ghosts at the Target Dollar Spot, I knew they had SO much potential! Instead of leaving them plain, I gave them a quick makeover and turned them into the cutest antiqued gold Halloween decor that looks way more expensive than it actually is! 🙌

Here’s how I did it:

👻 First, I sprayed the ceramic ghosts with black spray paint.
✨ Then I lightly layered metallic gold spray paint over the top. I didn’t want them super shiny—I was going for that aged, antique gold pottery look.
🖤 Finally, I used a little black acrylic paint to make their eyes stand out more.

And that’s it! Such an easy DIY Halloween decor makeover, and I think they turned out ADORABLE! 🥹

I love finding inexpensive Target Dollar Spot finds and giving them a high-end look with a little DIY magic.

Would you believe these started as plain white ghosts from Target?! 👻

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

#potterybarndupe #targetdollarspot #targetdollarspotfinds #diyghost #ghosties
If pressing the “CLOSE DOOR” button the second I g If pressing the “CLOSE DOOR” button the second I get on the elevator so I can avoid small talk is wrong… I don’t want to be right. 😂🙈

I’m just THAT introverted. 🤣 My social battery has a daily limit, and sometimes I’ve already hit my maximum number of conversations before I even get to where I’m going. 😅

No offense… I just need to ride this elevator in peace and silence 🤣

Please tell me I’m not the only introvert who does this?! 👀

#introvertlife #introvertproblems #introverting #relatablehumor #relatablecontent
It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health started spiraling. 💔

A year ago today, I was at work when my heart rate suddenly spiked so high that I became extremely dizzy and shaky and genuinely thought I was going to pass out. I went to the ER afterward just to be safe, and of course… everything looked “normal.” My EKG was normal. They could see that my heart rate had spiked, but they couldn’t tell me why.

Little did I know that one scary episode would turn into a daily battle with unexplained symptoms. Fast forward one year and I’m dealing with even worse symptoms, including frequent heart rate spikes, dizziness, shakiness/tremors, fatigue, and so much more. And the hardest part? I STILL DON’T HAVE ANSWERS.

I can’t even work anymore. I’ve spent months waiting for appointments, getting test after test, waiting for results, and hoping that this will finally be the thing that explains what’s happening… only to end up with more questions.

And honestly? I feel crazy sometimes. Not because I think this is all in my head, but because it’s incredibly hard to keep telling people how badly you feel when test after test doesn’t give you an answer. 😭

It’s been a really rough week emotionally, and I’m having a hard time dealing with all of this. I feel like I’m constantly taking one step forward and two steps back. How long am I going to have to wait before I finally have answers? How much longer until I can start feeling like myself and actually live my life again?

I’m so tired of waiting. I’m tired of being passed from appointment to appointment. I’m tired of having no real help in the meantime. And I’m tired of feeling like I have to fight so hard just to be heard. 💔 I’m trying so hard to let go, trust God, and believe that there’s a reason for all of this… but y’all, IS IT HARD. 😢

I’m praying that after this past year, I’m finally getting closer to some answers. Until then, I’m just taking it one day at a time. If you’re also living with unexplained symptoms, chronic illness, POTS symptoms, tremors, dizziness, heart rate spikes, or a long diagnostic journey, please know you’re not alone. ❤️Here’s to hoping year two looks very different from year one!
Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer collecting dust! 🐚🤍 TURN THEM INTO WALL ART INSTEAD!

If you’re anything like me, you come home from every beach trip with a pocketful of seashells and absolutely no idea what to do with them. 😂 So I turned mine into this easy DIY seashell wall decor and I’m OBSESSED with how it turned out!

All you need is:
🐚 Seashells
🤍 A small canvas
🔥 Hot glue
🎨 White spray paint
🪵 Optional wood trim for a frame

I love that you can customize this with shells from your favorite beach trip, making it such a sweet way to preserve those vacation memories. And the neutral white + wood combination makes it work with almost any home decor style!

You could even make a whole gallery wall with shells from different beaches you’ve visited! 🥹🌊

Save this DIY for your next beach vacation! And if you have a stash of seashells at home, this is your sign to finally DO something with them. 😂🐚

I have the full step-by-step tutorial on the blog! Comment “SHELLS” and I’ll send you the link! 🤍

#seashell #seashelldecor #coastaldecor #seashellart #coastaldecorating
Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has b Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has been hanging out in here ALL YEAR and I just never noticed it. 🤣

Tell me I’m not the only one who does this?! I swear every time I switch out my seasonal home decor, I find at least ONE random piece from months ago that somehow survived the decor rotation. 😂

Fall decorating is officially underway over here, but apparently Christmas wanted one last cameo. 🎄😂

Please tell me I’m not alone! 👇🏼

#failvideos #failvideo #falldecorating #falldecor #relatablecontent
🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try t 🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try this pumpkin pecan bread! 🎃🍂

There’s nothing I love more than a cozy pumpkin dessert recipe in the fall, and this pumpkin pecan bread is seriously heavenly! 🤤🍁

It’s soft, moist, full of warm pumpkin spice flavor, and packed with crunchy pecans. Plus, it’s SO easy to make and pairs perfectly with a hot cup of coffee. ☕️🎃

And honestly… it can totally double as breakfast OR dessert, so you really can’t go wrong! 🤣

Save this one for your next fall baking day! 🍂 And if you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻
#pumpkinbread #pumpkinbreadrecipe #fallbaking #pumpkinrecipes #pumpkinrecipe
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Lifestyle · March 26, 2020

Small Shops to Support Right Now

So during these scary and uncertain times, I figured I could lift up a few small businesses that I have had the pleasure of meeting on Instagram. Most of these companies I have actually worked with in the past (or I am still currently with) so I know their quality of products are so amazing.

Even though their actual shops may be closed and their vendor events cancelled, you can still support them by ordering online.

And even if you can’t afford to order anything right now (which I totally get because I am on a tight budget right now too due to being out of work unfortunately), just give them a follow on Instagram! Or like and comment on a few of their photos.

Or if they have a blog on their website too, then subscribe! All of these little things make a huge difference for a small company so I am all about doing every little thing that I can to help support them during these scary times!

Farmhouse Style Signs

Ebenezer Market

Y’all have heard me mention this amazing company time and time again and that is just because I love their handmade signs so much! They are currently offering 30% off storewide and they are now selling gift cards too!

Go check out Ebenezer Market today and I know you will fall in love with them too, just like I did!

Ebenezer Market Coffee Sign
This is one of my all time favorite signs from them!

The Creative Farmhouse

I just love all of The Creative Farmhouse signs too! They even offer custom signs, which would be such a great gift idea! I shared a lot more about them in one of my older blog posts, which you can check out here if you missed it. Just look at all of their beautiful signs I have styled in my home right now below:

The Creative Farmhouse Easter Bunny Sign
That Easter Bunny sign may just be my favorite!
The Creative Farmhouse Spring Sign
I love how versatile their signs are.
The Creative Farmhouse Spring Sign
You can place them anywhere and they look so good!
The Creative Farmhouse Sign
This is the perfect sign for these trying times right now!
The Creative Farmhouse Spring Signs
Here is all of their new spring signs I have!

Golden Grace Handmade

These handmade signs are also adorable and they are currently offering a 15% off sale! Now would be the perfect time to go check them out too! Click here to go to their Etsy shop.

Golden Grace Handmade Signs
How cute is this one?!
Golden Grace Handmade Signs
Obviously we have to right now lol
Golden Grace Handmade Signs
This sign is perfect for spring!
Golden Grace Handmade Signs
These signs would be so cute in the kitchen!
Golden Grace Handmade Signs
I could not agree more!

Candles

Modern Forestry

You know I have mentioned Modern Forestry time and time again too. That’s because I just love their candles so much and I love being able to work with them!

I talked much more about them in one of my older blog posts (which you can see here if you’re interested) but they are also having a great sale right now too. FREE SHIPPING on orders of $30 or more! I don’t know about you, but free shipping gets me every time.

Glazed Lemon Cake Candle
This Glazed Lemon Cake Candle is my favorite right now!
Modern Forestry Candle
Not only do the candles smell great, but they look so pretty on trays too!

It’s More Than A Home

It’s More Than a Home is another 100% soy hand poured candle company that I discovered off Instagram. And they are running a killer sale right now as well!

Buy 3 candles and receive their Herb Garden candle for FREE! I am all about free candles, aren’t y’all?!

It's More Than A Home Candle
This is the free candle you can receive!

Other Home Decor Small Shops

Honey Brook

Real Honey Brook is another small shop that I love! She makes the cutest little home decor items that are perfect to put on tiered trays or displays.

She also loves to antique hunt and she has a few antiques available in her shop too so definitely go check her out! And for a few days only, some of her spring decor is 50% off too! Such an amazing deal!

Celebrating hitting 10K on Instagram
Honey Brook made that cute mug topper on my Rae Dunn mug!

Anna Phillips Designs

I discovered Anna Phillips Designs through the Vintage Pickin event I went to a few weeks ago. She makes the most adorable home decor items and she even put some of her bunnies and the bunny garland I have online as well so you can order you one too!

She also makes beautiful handmade jewelry that you can see on her online shop too.

Bunny Pillow and Garland
Look at how adorable that bunny pillow and bunny garland are!

Grimms Gardens

I just heard of this new to me small shop called Grimms Gardens and this is such a cool business because not only are they family owned, but they will literally ship plants right to your door!

How awesome is that?! I may have to utilize them very soon because I am dying for some plants on my porch and I can’t go out and buy any. So this is perfect time to support this small shop!

Small Shops to Support Right Now
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Well, I could go on and on about so many small businesses right now, but I think I have given you a good starter list to go by. Maybe I will update this list in the coming days too with more shops that I stumble upon, so be sure to keep checking back here.

And I hope we can all try to support our local small business and small shops right now. During this stressful time they need our support now more than ever!

In: Lifestyle · Tagged: crafty home by missy, ebenezer market, modern forestry, small shops, The Creative Farmhouse

About Charity Gentry

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    March 26, 2020 at 12:24 pm

    I am all for this – great article. We need these small shops – they are what gives a city character

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 26, 2020 at 2:02 pm

      Yes exactly! I think so too! So important to support them now if we can!

      Reply
    • Adam says

      March 27, 2020 at 9:31 am

      I’m a big believer in supporting the small businesses. I try to as much as I can. Great post!

      Reply
      • Charity Gentry says

        March 27, 2020 at 3:00 pm

        Thank you so much! I try to support them as much as I can too!

        Reply
  2. Stacy says

    March 26, 2020 at 1:06 pm

    Great blog Charity! We need to help the small shops to keep them going!!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 26, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      Thank you so much Stacy! Yes, we sure do during these times!

      Reply
  3. Ashley says

    March 26, 2020 at 1:47 pm

    All of these are seriously the cutest! Going to save this post right now, so I can go back and shop later once I’m home, since everything is closed here at the moment.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 26, 2020 at 2:06 pm

      Yay! Please do! All of these shops are so amazing! I love them!

      Reply
  4. Under Flowery Sky says

    March 26, 2020 at 4:06 pm

    Beautiful and encouraging post. I love the photos..

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 26, 2020 at 5:02 pm

      Thank you so much! I appreciate it!

      Reply
  5. Shana says

    March 26, 2020 at 4:38 pm

    I’m loving the signs, especially the coffee one lol.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 26, 2020 at 5:02 pm

      Thank you! I love that one too!

      Reply
  6. Samantha Beth-EL says

    March 26, 2020 at 6:00 pm

    These are such cute signs! I’ll be sure to check out the shops 💗

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 26, 2020 at 6:20 pm

      Yes please do! They are all so awesome!

      Reply
  7. Megan Hubbard says

    March 26, 2020 at 7:02 pm

    Loving this – it’s so important to support small businesses, especially more so at the moment!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 2:53 pm

      Yes it really is! Now is definitely the time to do so!

      Reply
  8. D'Asiya says

    March 26, 2020 at 9:11 pm

    These are All super cute ! Also your website is so cute !

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 2:56 pm

      Thank you! I appreciate it!

      Reply
  9. Lu Reviews Books says

    March 26, 2020 at 11:33 pm

    It is so thoughtful of you to promote small shops in these uncertain times. I love the pictures and the decor. I will be checking all those shops up.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 2:57 pm

      Thank you so much! And please do, all of their shops are so amazing!

      Reply
  10. Sophie Naylor says

    March 27, 2020 at 4:06 am

    This is a lovely idea! Small businesses need our support more than ever right now x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 2:57 pm

      Yes they really do!

      Reply
  11. Holly says

    March 27, 2020 at 2:59 pm

    It’s always good to support small and local business, especially at a time like this. You’ve posted some great businesses.

    Holly x
    http://www.adailydoseofholly.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 3:03 pm

      Thank you so much Holly. I think so too! I love them all!

      Reply
    • Quinn says

      March 29, 2020 at 10:09 pm

      Oh hun! I love that you’ve written this to support small businesses, we definitely can’t let them suffer during this time. Also, it’s an absolute treat to see more of the cute nooks in your beautiful home!

      Quinn x

      Reply
      • Charity Gentry says

        March 30, 2020 at 1:28 pm

        Awe thank you Quinn. You are always too sweet! I appreciate it so much!

        Reply
  12. teresa says

    March 27, 2020 at 5:47 pm

    OMG these are such cute places, I will check them all out when I get a chance. Thanks for sharing, I so love everything you have suggested to visit. Will do!

    Teresa
    https://beingtessiebelle.com/

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 8:19 pm

      Thank you so much Teresa! I definitely love all these small shops, they are all great!

      Reply
  13. Nancy says

    March 27, 2020 at 7:16 pm

    This is a very important time to support small businesses. Some are not as fortunate to have some money in savings to keep the business going. It can be hard for all of us because in order to get paid, we need to work, but that may not be possible if we are labeled as a non-essential worker. I love all of these different shops that you have shared. Thanks for sharing!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 8:25 pm

      Yes it is very important. I am currently not working either, and it is so hard and scary right now. I couldn’t imagine owning my own business during all this too. So I am trying to do everything I can to support them!

      Reply
  14. Maddie says

    March 27, 2020 at 8:41 pm

    These are such cute businesses! So important to share those that might be struggling for customers at the moment. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 27, 2020 at 8:55 pm

      Yes! I am trying to do everything I can to help them during this scary time!

      Reply
  15. Britt K says

    March 27, 2020 at 10:42 pm

    So many great options! I’m LOVING the farmhouse signs trend right now – such a fun way to personalize any space. Our local small businesses need our help right now more than ever, the current situation is hitting everyone hard.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 1:50 pm

      Yes! They really do. That’s why I am trying to do as much as I can to support them right now too! And I love all the farmhouse signs too, they are some of my favorites!

      Reply
  16. Sophie says

    March 27, 2020 at 11:45 pm

    Great suggestions! So many beautiful things here, it’s so important to support small businesses right now. They need it more than ever x

    Sophie

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      Yes they really do right now!

      Reply
  17. Brandon Dankner says

    March 28, 2020 at 2:15 pm

    So important, make each place we visit so unique. Got to help them anyway we can

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 3:22 pm

      Yes we really do! So important right now especially!

      Reply
  18. Rayo says

    March 28, 2020 at 2:59 pm

    The pictures are so pretty. It is also very important to help small businesses right now especially online as everyone is on lockdown. Thanks for sharing this

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 3:28 pm

      No problem my friend! Just trying to help in anyway I can!

      Reply
  19. Kelsea says

    March 28, 2020 at 5:18 pm

    This is a great post. Supporting small companies is sooo important! Pinning this for later, for when I have my own apartment ❤

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 8:36 pm

      Awe thank you so much! Yes it is always important to support them, but even more so right now!

      Reply
  20. Berry's Poetry Book Reviews says

    March 28, 2020 at 6:24 pm

    Love the look of this blog! And such a great post!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 8:38 pm

      Awe thank you so much. I really appreciate it!

      Reply
  21. Daisy says

    March 28, 2020 at 6:28 pm

    Love this! I’m all for supporting small shops and I never thought to have signs in my kitchen so thanks for the idea. I’ll be checking some of these shops out!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 8:38 pm

      Yes! I love having signs everywhere I can find a space for them in my home!

      Reply
  22. Janelle | thenellybean says

    March 28, 2020 at 8:03 pm

    Such a lovely selection, I love cute signs by Golden Grace Handmade and they all look so beautiful. Good on you for supporting small businesses too!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 28, 2020 at 8:38 pm

      Awe thank you. Yes, I figured it was the least I could do during a time like this!

      Reply
  23. Jenni says

    March 29, 2020 at 7:38 am

    Beautiful ideas! Now that everyone is at home these items make the house more cozy 🏡❤️

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 29, 2020 at 1:54 pm

      Yes I think so too! I always love to have a cozy home!

      Reply
  24. tuva’s world says

    March 29, 2020 at 8:50 am

    Lovely post! It’s so so important to support each other in a time like this!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 29, 2020 at 1:56 pm

      Yes it really is!

      Reply
  25. Mark Crone says

    March 29, 2020 at 1:52 pm

    All of these businesses- and the ones down the street and around the corner- need any business that we all can muster. Support local now more than ever.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 29, 2020 at 1:57 pm

      Yes! Any small business needs our support now more than ever for sure!

      Reply
  26. Hannah says

    March 29, 2020 at 6:29 pm

    Aw thanks so much for sharing this post! I absolutely love finding new small businesses and as someone who loves home decor and crafty bits and bobs, all these suggestions are fab! Can’t wait to look further at them. Definitely important to support small businesses at this tough time too.
    Hannah xxx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 29, 2020 at 8:39 pm

      Thank you so much Hannah! Yes, it definitely is important to be supporting small businesses through this scary and uncertain time. I appreciate you taking the time to stop by today!

      Reply
  27. Ellis James Designs says

    March 30, 2020 at 9:11 am

    Hooray for supporting small businesses, thanks for this post!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 1:28 pm

      Of course! I figured it was the least I could do during this crazy and stressful time!

      Reply
  28. I'm All Booked Up says

    March 30, 2020 at 1:59 pm

    Great ideas! It’s so important right now to support local businesses.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2020 at 3:43 pm

      Yes it really is!

      Reply
  29. Jenny in Neverland says

    April 2, 2020 at 9:06 am

    Thanks for sharing these amazing small businesses! It really is more important than ever to support them! x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 2, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      Thank you so much, it really is so important!

      Reply
  30. Sarah says

    April 5, 2020 at 3:21 pm

    Thanks for sharing! I actually shared something similar for UK small businesses on my own blog – it’s so important to spread the love and support these small businesses at this time. Definitely will check some of these out myself 🙂
    Sarah x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 5, 2020 at 7:52 pm

      Yes! So important to help out local, small shops during this time!

      Reply
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Fall is almost here, which means it’s officially a Fall is almost here, which means it’s officially apple orchard season! 🍎 One of my favorite fall traditions is picking fresh Honeycrisp apples straight from the orchard. There is just nothing better than a crisp, juicy apple on a cool autumn day!

I always stock up because I love freezing fresh apple slices to enjoy all year long. They’re perfect for making these easy Crockpot Cinnamon Apples whenever the craving hits! They’re soft, warm, full of cinnamon flavor, and make the perfect fall side dish, dessert, or sweet snack. Plus, this slow cooker apple recipe couldn’t be easier to make.

If you’re looking for cozy fall recipes, simple apple recipes, or an easy crockpot dessert, you have to try this one!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it straight to you! 🍎🍂

#crockpotrecipes #cinnamonapple #cinnamonapples #fallbaking #fallrecipes
Y’all, I am SO tired of this 😩💔 I woke up this mor Y’all, I am SO tired of this 😩💔 I woke up this morning not feeling great, but like I always do, I tried to push through it. I was sitting at my laptop doing a little work when suddenly my hands started shaking so badly that I couldn’t control what I was doing. My HR spiked up to 180 and I threw up as well. And honestly? I’m frustrated, scared, and completely exhausted from not knowing WHY this is happening.

I finally got my MRI results back on Friday, and fortunately (but also unfortunately), they didn’t find anything major. And I’ll admit it… I bawled. 😭

Of course I don’t want something seriously wrong with me. But at the same time, I desperately want a diagnosis. I want answers. After dealing with unexplained symptoms for so long, getting “normal” test results can almost feel like another dead end.

My neurologist had mentioned the possibility of Chiari malformation, so I honestly thought that might finally explain some of my symptoms. Now that the MRI didn’t show that, I feel like I’m back at square one.

Because this isn’t normal. 😩

What am I supposed to do for work when my hands are shaking like this?! I was working as a dental hygienist, and can you imagine trying to clean someone’s teeth while your hands are trembling uncontrollably? It’s terrifying to even think about.
My short-term disability still hasn’t been approved either, so I’m sitting here wondering what I’m supposed to do next while my health and career feel completely uncertain.

I have another appointment with my doctor on Friday, so I’m trying to remind myself that this is just another step in the process. But it feels like it’s been nothing but waiting for appointments, waiting for tests, waiting for results… and still no answers.

This has truly been the hardest season of my life.

I’m trying so hard to trust God through all of this, even when I don’t understand what He’s doing. 🙏🏻 It’s just really hard when you don’t know what your future, your health, or even your career is going to look like.

So if you’ve been following along through this health journey, please keep praying that I finally get some answers. 🤍
If you’re part of the Abandoned Golf Wives Social If you’re part of the Abandoned Golf Wives Social Club, come join me! 😜 Because if he’s going to spend every weekend on the golf course, I’m at least going to have a cute outfit about it. 😂

When I saw this adorable shirt from Pink Lily, I HAD to have it immediately—especially because it pairs perfectly with my “he’s golfing” hat. ⛳️😂

At this point, I might as well make being a golf wife my entire personality, right?! 🤣

Tag your fellow golf wives who totally get it! 👇🏼

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#golfhumor #husbandwifejokes #husbandwifehumor #golfing #golfjokes
When I spotted these plain little white ceramic gh When I spotted these plain little white ceramic ghosts at the Target Dollar Spot, I knew they had SO much potential! Instead of leaving them plain, I gave them a quick makeover and turned them into the cutest antiqued gold Halloween decor that looks way more expensive than it actually is! 🙌

Here’s how I did it:

👻 First, I sprayed the ceramic ghosts with black spray paint.
✨ Then I lightly layered metallic gold spray paint over the top. I didn’t want them super shiny—I was going for that aged, antique gold pottery look.
🖤 Finally, I used a little black acrylic paint to make their eyes stand out more.

And that’s it! Such an easy DIY Halloween decor makeover, and I think they turned out ADORABLE! 🥹

I love finding inexpensive Target Dollar Spot finds and giving them a high-end look with a little DIY magic.

Would you believe these started as plain white ghosts from Target?! 👻

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#potterybarndupe #targetdollarspot #targetdollarspotfinds #diyghost #ghosties
If pressing the “CLOSE DOOR” button the second I g If pressing the “CLOSE DOOR” button the second I get on the elevator so I can avoid small talk is wrong… I don’t want to be right. 😂🙈

I’m just THAT introverted. 🤣 My social battery has a daily limit, and sometimes I’ve already hit my maximum number of conversations before I even get to where I’m going. 😅

No offense… I just need to ride this elevator in peace and silence 🤣

Please tell me I’m not the only introvert who does this?! 👀

#introvertlife #introvertproblems #introverting #relatablehumor #relatablecontent
It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health It’s officially been ONE FULL YEAR since my health started spiraling. 💔

A year ago today, I was at work when my heart rate suddenly spiked so high that I became extremely dizzy and shaky and genuinely thought I was going to pass out. I went to the ER afterward just to be safe, and of course… everything looked “normal.” My EKG was normal. They could see that my heart rate had spiked, but they couldn’t tell me why.

Little did I know that one scary episode would turn into a daily battle with unexplained symptoms. Fast forward one year and I’m dealing with even worse symptoms, including frequent heart rate spikes, dizziness, shakiness/tremors, fatigue, and so much more. And the hardest part? I STILL DON’T HAVE ANSWERS.

I can’t even work anymore. I’ve spent months waiting for appointments, getting test after test, waiting for results, and hoping that this will finally be the thing that explains what’s happening… only to end up with more questions.

And honestly? I feel crazy sometimes. Not because I think this is all in my head, but because it’s incredibly hard to keep telling people how badly you feel when test after test doesn’t give you an answer. 😭

It’s been a really rough week emotionally, and I’m having a hard time dealing with all of this. I feel like I’m constantly taking one step forward and two steps back. How long am I going to have to wait before I finally have answers? How much longer until I can start feeling like myself and actually live my life again?

I’m so tired of waiting. I’m tired of being passed from appointment to appointment. I’m tired of having no real help in the meantime. And I’m tired of feeling like I have to fight so hard just to be heard. 💔 I’m trying so hard to let go, trust God, and believe that there’s a reason for all of this… but y’all, IS IT HARD. 😢

I’m praying that after this past year, I’m finally getting closer to some answers. Until then, I’m just taking it one day at a time. If you’re also living with unexplained symptoms, chronic illness, POTS symptoms, tremors, dizziness, heart rate spikes, or a long diagnostic journey, please know you’re not alone. ❤️Here’s to hoping year two looks very different from year one!
Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer Don’t let those vacation seashells sit in a drawer collecting dust! 🐚🤍 TURN THEM INTO WALL ART INSTEAD!

If you’re anything like me, you come home from every beach trip with a pocketful of seashells and absolutely no idea what to do with them. 😂 So I turned mine into this easy DIY seashell wall decor and I’m OBSESSED with how it turned out!

All you need is:
🐚 Seashells
🤍 A small canvas
🔥 Hot glue
🎨 White spray paint
🪵 Optional wood trim for a frame

I love that you can customize this with shells from your favorite beach trip, making it such a sweet way to preserve those vacation memories. And the neutral white + wood combination makes it work with almost any home decor style!

You could even make a whole gallery wall with shells from different beaches you’ve visited! 🥹🌊

Save this DIY for your next beach vacation! And if you have a stash of seashells at home, this is your sign to finally DO something with them. 😂🐚

I have the full step-by-step tutorial on the blog! Comment “SHELLS” and I’ll send you the link! 🤍

#seashell #seashelldecor #coastaldecor #seashellart #coastaldecorating
Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has b Apparently, this little Christmas decoration has been hanging out in here ALL YEAR and I just never noticed it. 🤣

Tell me I’m not the only one who does this?! I swear every time I switch out my seasonal home decor, I find at least ONE random piece from months ago that somehow survived the decor rotation. 😂

Fall decorating is officially underway over here, but apparently Christmas wanted one last cameo. 🎄😂

Please tell me I’m not alone! 👇🏼

#failvideos #failvideo #falldecorating #falldecor #relatablecontent
🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try t 🍂🎃 If you love pumpkin desserts, you NEED to try this pumpkin pecan bread! 🎃🍂

There’s nothing I love more than a cozy pumpkin dessert recipe in the fall, and this pumpkin pecan bread is seriously heavenly! 🤤🍁

It’s soft, moist, full of warm pumpkin spice flavor, and packed with crunchy pecans. Plus, it’s SO easy to make and pairs perfectly with a hot cup of coffee. ☕️🎃

And honestly… it can totally double as breakfast OR dessert, so you really can’t go wrong! 🤣

Save this one for your next fall baking day! 🍂 And if you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇🏻
#pumpkinbread #pumpkinbreadrecipe #fallbaking #pumpkinrecipes #pumpkinrecipe
Y’all KNOW I absolutely love me some Antique Candl Y’all KNOW I absolutely love me some Antique Candle Co., and when I saw they brought back their viral glass pumpkin jar candle this year—but in the prettiest amber glass jar—I was SOLD. 😍🍂

It’s basically the perfect fall candle + cozy home decor all in one! And the best part? Once you finish the candle, you can reuse the amber pumpkin jar for candy, flowers, decor, or whatever your heart desires. 🙌🏻

And if you need this amber glass pumpkin candle in your life too, you can use my code MACEDONIA20 for 20% OFF! 🎃🤎

Comment “CANDLE” below and I’ll send you the link! 👇🏻

#pumpkincandle #amberglass #amberglow #soycandles #soycandlesforsale
🍎 Got apples that need to be used up? MAKE THIS. 👀 🍎 Got apples that need to be used up? MAKE THIS. 👀☕️

I had a few apples sitting around that needed to be used, so I whipped up this easy apple cinnamon coffee cake and y’all… it did NOT disappoint! 😋🍎

It’s soft, moist, loaded with cozy cinnamon and apple flavor, and SO easy to make. And honestly, I’ll never say no to a good sheet cake recipe because the easier the better! 🙌🏻

I also made it in my @caraway_home baking pan, which I swear by because nothing sticks and cleanup is always a breeze! 🤌🏻 You can use my code MORNINGS ONMACEDONIA for 10% off if you want to try their bakeware too!

If you’re looking for an easy apple dessert, apple cinnamon cake, fall baking recipe, or simple coffee cake recipe, you NEED to try this one. 🍂🍎

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

#applecake #coffeecake #appledessert #falldesserts #applerecipes
Y’all, I’m asking for some extra prayers today. ❤️ Y’all, I’m asking for some extra prayers today. ❤️ Today is finally MRI day. They’re checking my brain and my cervical and lumbar spine, and I’m praying this is one step closer to finally getting some answers about what’s been going on with me.

At this point, they’re looking into possibilities like Chiari malformation, MS, or something else entirely. And honestly… I have no idea what these MRIs are going to show.

I think one of the scariest parts is the possibility that they could come back “normal” and I’ll STILL have no answers. Because when you’ve been dealing with symptoms for so long, you almost start questioning yourself and wondering, “Am I actually crazy?” 😜

I obviously don’t want them to find anything serious, but at the same time, I NEED them to find something that can explain why I’ve been feeling the way I have. If you’ve ever been stuck in that horrible limbo of “I know something is wrong, but I don’t know what”, you know exactly what I mean.

So today I’m praying for clear answers, good news, and hopefully a diagnosis and treatment plan that can finally help me move forward. 🙏🏼 And I’m REALLY hoping I don’t have to wait forever for those MRI results either because the waiting is absolutely brutal.

It’s been such a stressful and exhausting journey, and I’m just ready to get this part OVER WITH. 😭

If you’re the praying kind, I’d appreciate one today. ❤️ And if you’ve been following along through all of this, thank you for being here. It means more than you know.

Now excuse me while I romanticize my fall coffee station and pretend everything is fine. 😂☕️🍁

#fallcoffee #chiarimalformation #multiplesclerosis #chiari #mri
🍎 If “tastes like fall” were a cookie, it would be 🍎 If “tastes like fall” were a cookie, it would be THESE. 🍪🍂

I’m officially in my fall baking era, so prepare yourselves because I have a lot of cozy, delicious fall desserts coming your way! 😂🤎

I made these easy apple cider cookies last year and they were SUCH a hit. They’re soft, delicious, packed with cozy apple cider flavor, and honestly taste like fall in every bite. 🍎🍂 Plus, they’re super simple to make—which is exactly what I want in a fall dessert!

And if you know me, you know apple desserts are my weakness, so please excuse me while I spend the entire season making every apple recipe I can possibly think of. 😂

If you’re looking for an easy fall cookie recipe, apple cider dessert, or cozy baking recipe, you NEED to try these!

🍎 Want the recipe? Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 👇

#applecider #applecookies #falldesserts #appleseason #appledessert
There’s NOTHING I love more than pulling out my co There’s NOTHING I love more than pulling out my cozy fall bedding every season! 🍂🤎 I swear I sleep better when my bedroom is decorated for fall. 😂 There’s just something about the warm colors, cozy blankets, soft textures, and all the fall bedroom decor that makes bedtime feel extra special. 🥹🍁

If you love cozy home decor, fall decorating, and creating a warm and inviting bedroom, this is your sign to switch out that bedding! 🛏️✨

Do you change your bedding and bedroom decor for the seasons too?! 🍂👇

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#fallbedroom #cozyfall #fallbedding #cozybedroom #fallhomedecor
🚨 DRESS SALE ALERT 🚨 One of my favorite Pink Lily 🚨 DRESS SALE ALERT 🚨 One of my favorite Pink Lily dresses is on MAJOR SALE TODAY ONLY! 😍👗

Use code “DRESS35” to get 35% OFF ALL DRESSES at Pink Lily! 🙌🏼

If you’ve been looking for cute dresses, affordable dresses, summer dresses, or new fall transition pieces, this is your sign to stock up! 😉 This dress is seriously SO cute, and there are tons of other adorable styles on their site too!

🛍️ 35% OFF ALL DRESSES
🏷️ Code: DRESS35
⏰ TODAY ONLY

Don’t wait on this one because the sale won’t last! 💕 Which dress would you grab?!

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#pinklily #pinklilystyle #pinklilyboutique #dresssale #summerdresses
This is your sign to make a savory s’mores board b This is your sign to make a savory s’mores board before summer officially ends! 🧀🔥 And yes, you can get everything you need through @hungryroot!

I grabbed everything for this easy summer appetizer board with my latest Hungryroot order, and it turned out SO good! It was the perfect easy dinner idea for a summer night, especially when you want something fun, low-effort, and packed with flavor.

One of my favorite things about Hungryroot is how much easier they make mealtime. When I don’t have the time or energy to cook an elaborate dinner, I can still put together something delicious without all the planning, grocery shopping, and prep. 🙌

And because I know I’m not the only one who needs easy, low-energy meal ideas, I even created a Low Energy, High Flavor Cookbook with Hungryroot featuring some of my favorite simple recipes! 🥰

Want the savory s’mores board recipe + my Low Energy, High Flavor Cookbook?
👇🏻 Comment HUNGRYROOT and I’ll send everything your way!

PLUS, you can use code CHARITY40 for 40% off your first Hungryroot box + a FREE gift! 🎁

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#smores #savorysmores #hungryroot #hungryrootrecipes #smoresrecipe
Hey @mutualofomaha I genuinely want to know how yo Hey @mutualofomaha I genuinely want to know how you think I can safely work as a dental hygienist with extremely noticeable hand tremors and shaking happening all the time.

How can my short-term disability claim be denied while saying I’m still capable of doing a job that requires me to use extremely sharp dental instruments underneath people’s gums every single day?

If I were your dental hygienist, would you feel comfortable trusting me to clean YOUR teeth while my hands are shaking like this? Because I don’t.

I’m not trying to get out of working. I’m trying to protect my patients and myself while I figure out what is happening to my body.

I’ve spent over 10 years working as a dental hygienist, and right now I physically struggle to hold my instruments and perform my job safely because of these tremors. I still don’t have answers or a diagnosis, and I’ve been waiting weeks for a brain MRI to hopefully help determine what’s going on.

But in the meantime, I’m expected to just go to work and continue using sharp instruments in people’s mouths like nothing is wrong?

This is so incredibly frustrating. I want to work. I WANT to be able to work. But I also want to be able to do my job safely and responsibly.

This is what happens when the healthcare system and disability insurance system fail people who are genuinely struggling to work.

If you’ve ever dealt with a denied short-term disability claim, disability insurance, chronic illness, unexplained symptoms, tremors, or being told you’re “fine” when you know something is wrong, I’d love to hear your experience. ❤️

#disabilityinsurance #dentalhygienist #tremors #disabilityclaim #mutualofomaha
POV: Your cat gets 14 hours of sleep a day but YOU POV: Your cat gets 14 hours of sleep a day but YOU’RE the one who’s exhausted. 😹😂

I just wish I could sleep as peacefully as Toby does for ONE night. Must be nice to have a life where your only responsibilities are deciding when it’s time for your next nap or when you’d like a little snack. 😴🐾

What a life that must be… I’m sure it’s absolutely EXHAUSTING. 🤣

And naturally, he has to get his beauty rest after stepping directly on my face at 3 AM to wake me up. Because apparently my sleep schedule is interfering with his. 😂

Cat life really is something else. 😹🐈‍⬛

#catlife #catmomproblems #funnycatvideos #funnycatvideo #catsofgram
PSA: If you want the best faux fall mums, don’t wa PSA: If you want the best faux fall mums, don’t wait… they sell out every single year! 🍂

I know it feels a little early to be thinking about fall decor, but trust me on this one! These realistic faux mums are one of my favorite outdoor fall decorating finds, and they always disappear fast.

Last year I finally swapped my real mums for faux mums, and I haven’t looked back! 🤎 I could never figure out how to keep real mums alive. Too much water? Not enough? Either way, mine never seemed to last more than a few weeks. 😅

Now I can decorate my front porch for fall with beautiful artificial mums that look incredibly real, save money in the long run, and I get to reuse them every single autumn. It’s honestly one of the best fall decor investments I’ve made!

So tell me… 🍁 Are you Team Real Mums or Team Faux Mums? I’d love to know which you prefer (and if you’ve actually mastered keeping real mums alive, please share your secrets! 😂)

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#fauxflowers #fallporch #fallflowers #mums #falldecor

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