With two book clubs to keep me plenty busy, it's time for another installment of some of my favorite recent books!And the Mountains Echoed, Khaled HosseiniKhaled Hosseini, the author of two other fabulous books (The Kite Runner & Thousand Splendid Suns), just came out with his newest book - and I loved it. I'd highly … Continue reading Book Picks: 2
Annual Fall Day
Ingredients for the perfect all-things-autumn day: 1. wonderful, energetic friends 2. a picture perfect Fall weekend with clear skies and sunshine 3. an apple orchard in the mountains of Virginia with a gorgeous view 4. frolicking around the orchards, a picnic feast among apples, & a pumpkin patch 5. an afternoon filled with baking (and, … Continue reading Annual Fall Day
Life in DC: The Kennedy Center
I'm just about to celebrate my 4th anniversary of living in DC (!!!), and the breadth of cultural activites in this city still never ceases to amaze me. I love the abundance of things to do in Washington, and I'm forever finding new events and activities to do in and around the city. The Kennedy Center is … Continue reading Life in DC: The Kennedy Center
End of Summer Beach Weekend
I'm a week or so behind, but some girlfriends and I took a weekend getaway down to Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina for a birthday celebration + end of summer trip! Kelly, Kate, Lindsey, and I spent a glorious, relaxing weekend at one of my favorite beaches (and Lindsey's ultimate happy place). It truly was the … Continue reading End of Summer Beach Weekend
What We Give
An inspiring thought for your day:In the midst of one of the busiest couple weeks at work for me, this quote by Winston Churchill reminds me about what really matters in life.It's all about what we give.. how we serve others, how we bring joy to those around us, and how we love.
