Easy and Unique Christmas Decor

Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone it’s time to decorate for Christmas!  I am a bit lazy and prefer to not get a real Christmas tree (I have a BEAUTIFUL white fake tree that looks awesome with bright, colorful…

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a dash of lovely

Here is a little dash of lovely for your Saturday afternoon.  I’ve been an orchid lover for a couple of years now, and always have at least 2 in my apartment (so easy to care for which is important because I…

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Upcoming Excitement!!! (I’m definitely NOT expecting, so don’t worry)

Well, I got some AMAZING news a few weeks ago!  It has to do with my apartment, and that’s all I can share at the moment.  I have a lot of preparation to do, so this past weekend included trips to…

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macaron love

Who here is a macaron fan?  (I’m talking the delicious, French sandwich cookie made in a rainbow of colors and flavors…not the coconut meringue-like macaroon.)  I absolutely adore them, and have to have one (or two or three) every time I see…

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Confession: I Love Lamps

I confess: I have a mild lamp obsession.  I just think lamps are the perfect little things to brighten up a room because I refuse to use overhead lights.  My mom always taught me to use lamps in order to avoid the harsh,…

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Realities of Veterans Day

Finally together again. While I’m trying to keep my blog set aside as my “happy place,” I feel like I need/want to post on the realities of Veterans Day as a war widow and Army officer.  As many of you know,…

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