Filed In: Uncategorized

First Day of Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I may have borrowed that line from a popular song, but I think it adequately expresses my sentiment. I absolutely love Christmas and every bright moment, cheerful carol, themed movie, well-loved decoration, … Read More

[Gems] I Like – Holiday Gift Guide

Christmas is coming. For me, Thanksgiving fades effortlessly into the beginning of the joyous holiday season. Although there are many different things I look forward to around this time of year, I cannot deny that giving presents is one of … Read More

Four Leaf Clover Feeling

I think I have a four leaf clover hidden in the lining of my clothes. Maybe it is the Alex and Ani Four Leaf Clover bracelet my sister, Kerry, gave to me the day I was leaving for Ireland. She also … Read More

Five Things I Like

Happy Monday, readers! To date, the Five Things I Like post I wrote last week has been one of my all time favorite posts – simple, sweet, and to the point. I am trying to get in the habit of … Read More

11.12.13.

11.12.13. I don’t know exactly how to explain it, but I am ending today feeling like I have a light inside of me. It was like someone threw a little dash of blessings across this day. {★} I love days … Read More

Veteran’s Day Update

I would like to take a moment this Veteran’s Day to say thank you to men and women who have served and continue to serve in our armed forces. {★} Our country is lucky to have you, and we hope … Read More

Five Things I Like

Obsessing over the work of Cupcakes and Cashmere writer, Emily Schuman, is a sentiment every blogger in the entire world can understand. I have decided to start a C&C inspired Five Things blog series. This weekly post is one of my favorite features of … Read More

The Jewel Box of History

I visited the Smithsonian Museum of American History when I was about eight years old. I remember my older brother lightly scolding me for taking so many pictures of the Hope Diamond on my disposable Kodak camera. I couldn’t help … Read More

Bad Monkey Birthday

I have an Instagram addiction. (And a similar preoccupation with taking selfies but that is a story for another day.) I can admit the truth on this one. It is a lifestyle that can have certain negative effects – sorry … Read More

Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

Now that I have hopefully gotten your attention with that snappy headline, I would like to share several pieces of front-page worthy news! [★] Today, I have officially been studying abroad in Maynooth, Ireland for a full month. I can’t … Read More