Every so often I like to share different bloggers or instagramers who have really inspired or encouraged me lately. I’m a total beginner in this field. It can be tempting to compare myself to every other blogger, or feel like I need to compete, but that’s just not the case.

Summertime is in full swing now + I’m thrilled. Summer is my absolute favorite season, despite the heat and humidity here in Florida. The feeling of the sun on my skin, beach days, summer trips, watermelon and fresh fruit…it’s just the best, isn’t it?

Hi friends! I hope you had a fantastic week! Our week had a pretty rough ending, but tomorrow is a new day with new mercies. Also, the weather is supposed to get a little warmer this week, and that always puts me in a good mood (cause you know, #summeriscoming).

It’s November 10^th and I’ve already got my Christmas picture cards all ready for the mailman, which means more time for baking (and eating) holiday treats. The best part of it all? These Christmas cards from Basic Invite knock the socks off last year’s cards!

Over the last couple months my thoughts and prayers have surrounded those in my life with physical pain. I know pain is nothing new under the sun, but it has seemed that so many around me are hurting right now. Beloved family members, dear friends, and loved ones of those close to me in pain and faced with fears of no relief.