the journal

March 2020 was definitelyyyy a surprise that’s for sure. Despite everything that has happened, this March Monthly Roundup is a lot like any other. By that mean, it still focuses on the good, the blessings, and gratitude. Keep on reading for a glimpse of sunshine and a reminder that not everything is awful right now. […]

Who said February got to be over? I keep hearing that February dragged on forever, but I felt like it flew by! Regardless of whether you felt it went fast or slow, it’s time to say peace out February and helloooo March. I’m ready for whatever it has in store for me. However, before we […]

It’s official: the first month of 2020 is OVER. I feel good about it! Normally, the end of January is a panicky time for me. February 1st would roll around and I’d feel overwhelmed by all the resolutions that already didn’t work out just one month into the year. However, this year things feel different. […]

You know how tax-people are always so slammed from like January – April? And then once Tax Day is over, they all breathe a collective sigh of relief because now they can stop working crazy hours until next year’s tax season? To be honest, I actually hang out with any “tax-people” myself nor do I […]

It’s fall y’all! I don’t know why I just said “y’all” because I’m from Michigan. Please ignore, okay thanks. September is here and I am so excited. I cannot wait to watch Kona jump around in piles of leaves, go to my favorite apple orchard, and pull out all of my favorite fall clothes. However, […]

Another month has come and gone. Just like that summer is already halfway over. This was my first month in the last three years where I didn’t work two full time jobs. Let me just tell you….it’s so nice. I can’t remember the last time I felt so caught up on sleep, cooked, or actually […]

June has always been and will always be my most favorite month. Of course it helps that it’s my birthday month, but there’s just something that’s so happy about it. It’s officially summertime, the plants are growing, the sun is shining, and the pool is always waiting! The days are longer and all I have […]

Spring has come to an end and we’re fully into the summer season! Pretty sure I think this every month, but May was such a whirlwind. I think out of all the months this year, May has flown by me the fastest. I had eight photo shoots, four weddings, and so many consultations. Being a […]

Where did April go? I for one, have no idea. The months and years just seem to be blowing right by me. But the good news about another month coming to a close means it’s time to reflect a bit! Here’s a list of a few of my very favorite things from April 2019. If […]