One of my goals for this year is to actually learn calligraphy. I've always had good handwriting & also love writing in cursive, but I'm learning more and more that true calligraphy is an art. It's not just pretty cursive! And it can be so, so beautiful. I grew up seeing my grandma write beautiful … Continue reading Calligraphy
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Bridal Shower: Tea Party
One of my passions in life is throwing parties for people. I LOVE to have a creative, fun outlet and throwing a party of some sort for a family member or friend just makes my heart sing. Truly. I fall asleep dreaming of creative, unique, personal, and special touches to make someone feel loved or … Continue reading Bridal Shower: Tea Party
Engagement Party & Shower: Fiesta
I had the best time dreaming up and planning an engagement party and couples shower for my incredible sister Bridgette and her now-husband Rob! They are truly the most amazing couple ever, & I couldn't wait to help throw them a party/shower as fabulous as they are! My mom, Rob's mom, and Rob's sister were all also … Continue reading Engagement Party & Shower: Fiesta
Summer Soiree Recipes
Recently, I was voted the "Martha Stewart" of the office at work (true story: at my first job in DC, I was the official OPM... Office Party Manager). I would say this new title is an accurate one for me, though one of the reasons given was because I was such a good cook! Most … Continue reading Summer Soiree Recipes
Turning 26
My birthday was just a few days ago, and it's hard to believe I'm already 26! Time really does fly; when did I get to be so close to 30?! I moved to Washington DC when I was 22, so it really does seem a little surreal that I've just celebrated my fourth birthday in … Continue reading Turning 26
