2021 Amazon Holiday Gift Guides
It may be a little early to think about Christmas, but it is truly never too early to get started on Christmas shopping! There are some expected shipping and merchandise delays expected this year so the earlier you get your Christmas shopping done the better. This post will feature 2021 Amazon holiday gift guides for everyone on your list! 2021 AMAZON HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: AMAZON GIFTS FOR COFFEE LOVERS 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 2021 AMAZON HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: AMAZON GIFTS FOR RUNNERS 1 / 2 / 3 /…
“dreams are the language of heaven”
“Dreams are the language of Heaven.” – a quote from our pastor at the 1 year anniversary of our church The entire sermon was on dreaming, and specifically the idea of finding a God-dream for your life and working towards it. I don’t really know why I found this true, but for a while I often struggled with relating dreaming and dreams to my faith (mostly throughout high school and college). Not that they were ever truly detached from each other, but I think it is a concept not really talked about or really discussed in the church. Disney encouraged me to go after my dreams, but sometimes at church…
Running My First Marathon
On October 8, 2021, I finally ran my first marathon. It still doesn’t feel real, mostly because it was an entirely virtual race, meaning there was no finish line or cheering crowds. It also was easily the most difficult run of my life. While the finish line was virtual, the miles to get there were not any less real. Running usually comes easy to me, which made the training for this first marathon both easier and harder. I signed up for the race originally in the spring of this year, but after an insanely busy spring and summer, I did not end up starting my training till July. In July…
Autumn Bucket List
As we fully enter into October, I wanted to share with you all my autumn bucket list! I find myself wanting to be more intentional with how I spend my days and time, and I believe bucket lists are a great way to do that. People often use the phrase “romanticizing their life” to describe making simple, ordinary moments of their life into beautiful experiences. I want this bucket list to help me romanticize this autumn season and to live it to the fullest! bake pumpkin chocolate chip bread/muffins It would not be a real fall without some baking and all things pumpkin. I love pumpkin because while some…
and just like that summer collapsed into fall….
The first day of September. Crisp mornings as the sun begins to rise. Excitement and anticipation as football season begins. The feeling of drinking your first pumpkin cream cold brew of the season. Long conversations over hot coffee. The last warm sunny days before the rain and wind come. The feeling of fall in the air. Growing up, fall was never a favorite time of year for me. With the start of school, busyness and chaos surrounded me this time of year. I never knew what it meant to anticipate fall. The crunching leaves. The changing colors. The feeling of joy in the air. There was always some excitement in…
Mid-Year Reading Wrap Up 2021
Now that it is August (slightly past mid-year), I wanted to share my mid-year reading wrap up 2021! 2021 has been a slightly chaotic year in our household, with lots of transitions and busy days, so I am behind on schedule for reading 52 books this year. Since January 1st of this year my reading list has totaled 17! I have also listened to many audiobooks (almost done with the Harry Potter series) and re-read many books in my collection, but this list will only include new-to-me books from this year. Keep reading to see what books I have read so far in 2021 (in order of highest rated to…
A Coffee Lover’s Guide to Charleston
The charming Southern town of Charleston does not disappoint when it comes to their unique and charming coffee shops. There are many Charleston coffee shops, mostly located with the historic district, that provide all the charm the city has to offer, while also serving incredible coffee. Charleston Coffee Shops: Second State Coffee Both a coffee shop and a roastery, Second State Coffee has several locations in the Charleston area. With four locations in Downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant, Second State has become a big name in the coffee scene in Charleston. Their downtown location and flagship store on Beaufain Street originally opened in February 2012. The shop boasts minimal and…
Charlotte Coffee Shops: An Ultimate Guide
With all kinds of coffee shops to offer, Charlotte, North Carolina does not disappoint with their bustling and vibrant coffee scene. While Charlotte is most known for their breweries, coffee shops have increased in popularity in this diverse and creative city. From eclectic coffee shops to hole-in-the-wall neighborhood cafes, this is a guide to all of the best Charlotte coffee shops. Charlotte Coffee Shops: The Hobbyist The Hobbyist is located just outside of NoDa in the Villa Heights neighborhood of Charlotte. This shop features everything from coffee and tea to beer and wine. The Hobbyist has all the vibes of a local neighborhood coffee shop, while elevating the space with…
Atlanta Coffee Shops: An Ultimate Guide
After living in Atlanta, Georgia for two years now and visiting almost every coffee shop this beautiful city has to offer, I am so excited to share a guide to Atlanta coffee shops! Most of these coffee shops are in the city limits of Atlanta, and a couple of the shops are located in the suburbs outside of Atlanta. I am a big fan of specialty coffee shops so most of the locations on this list only focus on coffee (so no restaurants or “cafes”). While some of these coffee shops may not have the best cup of coffee I have ever tried, I am including all of them to…
Guide to Celebration, Florida
Celebration, Florida is a charming town originally created by the Walt Disney Company in the mid-1990s. The entire town was built around the idea of American small towns, with all the quaint details and charm. Celebration has been named one of America’s Top 10 prettiest towns, and the entire town is walkable and/or bikeable with pedestrian-friendly streets and sidewalks. All types of homes can be found in this town, including apartments, condos, townhomes, and estate homes. This is your guide to Celebration, Florida, including what to eat, where to stay, things to do, and special events. Guide to Celebration, Florida: Where to Eat There are several different dining options to…
