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
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Lifestyle · December 8, 2019

Top Ten Gift Ideas From My Favorite Small Shops on Instagram

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Being an Instagram influencer, I am able to have the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with so many amazing small shops. So I wanted to share my top gift ideas from my favorite small shops.

I have loved being able to share their products and I have gathered a list together here for my top ten gift ideas from my favorite shops for you guys to enjoy!

So if you’re still on the hunt for a perfect Christmas gift idea, then this blog post is definitely for you! And be sure to read through them because I may just have some coupon codes for y’all to use as well!

1. Ebenezer Market

Christmas Entryway Nook
Look at that cute truck! Click here to order you one as well.
Ebenezer Market Farmhouse Signs
Love all of Ebenezer Market’s signs! Click here to order this one.

I love handmade signs. There is just something to buying from a small shop that you just can’t get from a big box store. Homemade signs are just some of the perfect gift ideas to me.

Most of their signs are so unique and made with such amazing quality, that you are just not getting that experience when you buy from a chain.

That’s why I definitely recommend you guys check out one of my favorite sign makers, Ebenezer Market. They make so many amazing signs and I currently have three from them and I plan on getting more! I am just so impressed with the quality and they have so many cute ones to choose from.

And if you use “Charity10” you can get 10% off your order! So go check them out and order some Christmas presents or gifts for yourself!

2. Mad Dash Mixes

Mad Dash Mixes Cranberry Pasta Salad
I absolutely love these mixes and they are perfect for a quick and delicious dinner! Click here to order this amazing cranberry pasta salad!
Mad Dash Mixes Cranberry Pasta Salad
These would make perfect gifts for those who love to cook or don’t! Either way, it gives you a nice break from cooking because it’s literally so easy to make!

Y’all have heard me talk about Mad Dash Mixes time and time again, but I can’t help it! I am obsessed. If you follow me on Instagram, then I’m sure you’ve seen my stories on them and just how easy they are to prepare.

I love using them for dinner on a busy weeknight. They are delicious and only require a handful of ingredients to make a yummy meal.

I am giving some away as Christmas presents this year and you should too! It’s the perfect gift idea! Also, be sure to use “Charity10” for 10% off with them as well! If you want to read more about them, see my other blog posts: Cranberry Pasta Salad and Creamy Tomato Basil Soup for more info about these amazing mixes!

3. Modern Forestry Candles

Cozy Farmhouse Christmas Bed
Not only are these candles beautiful, but they smell so amazing too!
Modern Forestry Candles
I love to style them in all of my vignettes!

I love my Modern Forestry candles. They burn so well and have a long lasting burn life. I also love the fact that they are 100% soy and hand poured so I know I am not releasing a bunch of chemicals into the air every time I light them.

Because let’s be honest, if I am at home, I have candles burning in every room! I just love how cozy they look when burning and I am obsessed with having a great smelling house!

They come in many different scents, but my favorite one is Coffeehouse. It makes your whole house smell just like a cafe!

And if you’re interested in learning more about Modern Forestry, click here to see my last blog post. I always think that giving a loved one a candle is a great gift idea as well.

4. Teami Tea Blends

Teami Tea Blends
I love to make a chai tea latte with their tea.
Teami Chai Tea
I also love to add in a bit of honey to sweeten it up too!

I love Teami’s tea blends. If you read my blog post about them from awhile ago (click here if you haven’t seen it) then you know I wasn’t really a tea fan until I tried their chai tea blend, and now I am hooked!

They have so many different ones to choose from, so if you have a tea lover in your life, then this would be a perfect gift for them! You can also use MACEDONIA15 for 15% off your order!

5. Mapiful

Mapiful Gift Idea
So special and beautiful!

I have worked with Mapiful twice now and each time I am blown away by the final product. If you haven’t heard of them before, you definitely need to go check them out!

They create custom maps for a special time/place/event in your life and there are many different styles to choose from. The first one I did was a map of where we built our home.

Then, I did a star map of our wedding day and it shows just how the stars were aligned on that particular day (you can see it pictured above). How cool is that?!

This would make such a special and meaningful gift for a loved one in your life! It would definitely be something they would treasure forever!

6. Coppercure Mugs

Coppercure Copper Mugs Gift Idea
Not only are these mugs beautiful, but they work so well too! They keep your drinks nice and cold and the quality to them is very well made!

You’ve heard me talk about these mugs in my last post about corner hutch. I am definitely in love with them and that’s why I think they would make an amazing gift for someone!

It also already comes in a perfect little box that includes all four mugs, coasters, and straws so all you would need to do is wrap it and you have a complete gift set of unbelievably beautiful copper mugs!

7. Coconut Cloud Hot Cocoa

Coconut Cloud Hot Cocoa
They come in cute individual packets like this, or in a big family sized packet too.
Rae Dunn Cocoa Mug
I always love a cup of warm cocoa on a cold evening!

If you’re shopping for someone who is on a stricter diet, then this Coconut Cloud hot cocoa would be perfect for them! It’s vegan and completely dairy, soy, and gluten free!

They also have a lot of other products to choose from as well such as latte mixes and coffee creamers. This would make a perfect gift with a cute coffee mug!

8. Rodworks Unique Home Decor

Christmas Open Shelves
I love adding seasonal touches to my open shelves and these bottle brush trees were the perfect touch!

I love those cute little bottlebrush trees up there on my shelf from Rodworks! They have some amazing farmhouse decor pieces and not just Christmas decor!

If you haven’t shopped with them before, you should go check out their website. They have so many great pieces to choose from and you can even shop for a particular room when you are browsing through which is really cool.

They also have a great list of inexpensive gift ideas too so if you know someone who loves farmhouse style decor, this would definitely be a good place to shop for them! And, you can use the code “christmas15” for 15% off of ANYTHING, not just Christmas!

9. Honey Brook Shop

Rae Dunn Gobble Coffee Mug
This faux whip looks yummy enough to eat!

Another favorite small shop of mine is Real Honey Brook. She makes the cutest little decor items that are perfect for displaying with your Rae Dunn or on tiered trays.

She made that beautiful faux whip on my mug above and the cute little candy canes in the photo below as well. She hand makes a lot of her items and has restocks often in her shop.

If you know someone who loves to decorate tiered trays and has a love for farmhouse decor too, then go check out her shop and order them some cute pieces for a great gift!

10. Hidden Valley Farmhouse

Peppermint Cookies
Check out that adorable candy cane garland! Click here to order you one as well.

I have worked with Hidden Valley Farmhouse a lot this year and I love her cute felt garlands. I have four and I love displaying each one for different seasons. She has so many cute seasonal garlands and neutral garlands too.

They would make a perfect gift for someone who loves to use garlands in their displays and decor. You can use them on tiered trays, ladders, mantels, basically the list could go on and on because the possibilities are endless!

Top Ten Gift Ideas From My Favorite Shops on Instagram
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I hope some of these ideas have inspired you and gets you closer along to being finished with all of your Christmas shopping! I just love to support these amazing shops and I try to shop small as much as I can.

I think when you do, the gifts are so unique and you know that not everyone has it in their home too which makes it more special. Have fun shopping my friends and good luck with finishing everything up!

I would say I am about 75% done. Still have a few more gifts to go so I am trying to get my butt in gear and get it finished.

Stay tuned this week and I will have another blog post up for you on how I wrapped all my presents this year!

In: Lifestyle · Tagged: candles, christmas gifts, gift ideas, Mad Dash Mixes, modern forestry

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  1. Linda says

    January 24, 2020 at 2:25 pm

    Thanks for all of the cute shops on Instagram and your great pictures.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      January 24, 2020 at 4:50 pm

      You are so welcome and thank you for the compliment!

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  2. Pooja says

    March 28, 2020 at 4:33 am

    Great and lovely gift ideas

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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
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
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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
I’m convinced homemade coffee just hits different I’m convinced homemade coffee just hits different ☕️🍎✨

I LOVE making my favorite Starbucks drinks at home because it saves money, is super easy to make, AND tastes just as delicious! 🙌🏼 This homemade Starbucks Apple Oatmilk Macchiato tastes just like the original and is the perfect cozy fall coffee recipe. 🍂🍏☕️

If you’re a Starbucks lover who loves an easy copycat recipe, you NEED to try this one! 😍

Do you make your own coffee drinks at home?! 👇🏼 If you want the recipe, comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send it your way! 💌
#starbuckscopycat #starbuckscopycatrecipe #macchiato #copycatrecipe #starbucksaddict
🎃 THE CHEAP DIY FALL DECOR HACK YOU NEED TO TRY! 🍂 🎃 THE CHEAP DIY FALL DECOR HACK YOU NEED TO TRY! 🍂

I’ve been seeing these viral amber glass pumpkin jars EVERYWHERE, and instead of spending a ton on them, I decided to make my own budget-friendly DIY version! 🙌🏻

I found these super cute amber pumpkin jars and added battery-operated tea lights inside, and y’all, I’m OBSESSED with the cozy glow! 🧡 They’re the perfect easy fall decor idea for adding that warm, moody amber glow to your home.

And honestly, I think I like this DIY version even better because the jars are still totally functional! If I decide to switch things up later, I can use them for Halloween candy, small treats, or other fall decorations. 🎃🍬

I’m convinced amber glass + fall decor = the coziest combination ever. 🍂🤎 There’s just something about that warm amber color that makes everything feel extra cozy!

Also, the cute dish towel in the background is from @loomloom.co and you can use my code “morningsonmacedonia15” to get 15% off anything! 😉

Would you try this easy DIY fall decor idea?! 👇🏻

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#pumpkincandle #pumpkincandles #diyfalldecor #diypumpkins #diyhalloween

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