I’m full of all the good intentions in the world. As soon as the first frost hits I immediately begin to think about Christmas. Every holiday season I aim to get all of my gifts purchased well in advance so that the pressures to get it all done never overshadow the most wonderful time ofContinue reading “Stitch Fix Gift Cards!”
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School Lunches and Polaroids
The next two chapters in Bird by Bird are focused on the beginning drafts and inspiration for writing. So many of Lamott’s antecdotes resonate with me and have helped me as I begin to develop my first draft of a new story. Lamott inspires me to see the writing material in the every day momentsContinue reading “School Lunches and Polaroids”
Five Minute Friday: Mail
This week the topic for the Five Minute Friday link-up post is Mail. What is a link-up? Essentially a link-up is when you join other bloggers and write on a similar topic. You share your blog posts with one another and begin conversations via a host site. You can head over to Kate Motaung’s page to check out otherContinue reading “Five Minute Friday: Mail”
Dressing and Educating: Days 35-39
Day 35: October 3, 2016 My Monday dress game was strong today. I’ve been getting into the habit of wearing dresses on Mondays to help jump start my week. It’s hard not to feel productive when you are dressed up and professional. This dress above is from New Look in England. I paired it withContinue reading “Dressing and Educating: Days 35-39”
German Village
Over night the weather went from sunny summertime to cool autumn. Every part of me was itching to get outdoors from the moment the rays of sun poked through the curtains. I poured myself a hot cup of coffee and browsed through events going on in Columbus. After a few minutes of deliberation we decidedContinue reading “German Village”
First Drafts and Perfectionism
As I begin my second week of reading through Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott I am taking a look at the chapters “Shitty First Drafts” and “Perfectionism.” In the writing world, I’ve heard “Shitty First Drafts” referred to time and time again. This statement has become commonplace amongst writers, but really took off fromContinue reading “First Drafts and Perfectionism”
Dressing and Educating: Days 30-34
Day 30: September 26, 2016 I refused to let anything put a damper on my Monday. Not a flat tire. Not a rain storm. It’s the first day of Spirit Week at my school so be prepared for my wacky attire over the next few days. Today was color day. The freshman class was supposedContinue reading “Dressing and Educating: Days 30-34”
Pumpkin Cake
No other place in the world does fall the way that Central Ohioans do. Maybe it is our deep tie to agriculture that makes this time of year so special. All I know is that as the temperatures begin to drop something inside of me bursts! I’ve been waiting to dust off my boots andContinue reading “Pumpkin Cake”
Fall Feels
Pumpkin Spice Lattes, crisp air, falling leaves, and all things plaid. This is the epitome of all the fall feels. Fashion-wise fall is my favorite time of the year. I love layering pieces, shoes, scarves, and warm make up trends. Fall truly is a magical time of the year full of outdoor sporting events, appleContinue reading “Fall Feels”
Getting Started and Short Assignments
This week I’m beginning a new book study on a writing book that I’ve been looking forward to reading. The book is entitled Bird by Bird and it is written by Anne Lamott. Bird by Bird is a collection of writing advice from a national best seller. If you are unfamiliar with Lamott she isContinue reading “Getting Started and Short Assignments”
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