After a long day, one of the last things we want to be bothered with is taking makeup off and washing our face. Am I right, ladies!? Those tasks are never anything we want to do, but for us, it’s something we have to do. We’ll always be thankful for doing so later, and so will our skin! Today I’m sharing a quick five minute bedtime beauty routine that gets the job done without feeling like work…
Summer Day Date Ideas
While summer is in full swing, there’s no better time than now to enjoy a day date outdoors! The possibilities are endless when it comes to summer day date ideas, but I’ve rounded up some of my favorite things to do in the summer, aside from the typical date night…
Wedding Planning Organization Tips Every Bride Should Know
Wedding planning can be one of the best times and also one of the most stressful times. To keep the wedding planning process as enjoyable as possible, organization is key. There’s a lot that goes into putting together the big day, so anything that can make the process easier is always a plus…
What I Miss About Dallas
Since my move from Dallas happened rather quickly, I never really got to say goodbye or check things off my bucket list. My last week there was filled with last minute packing and scrambling rather than indulging in Tex Mex and margaritas! Shame on me! I also never got around to…
5 Easy Ways to Give Back to Your Community
Being from south Louisiana, I’ve witnessed the power of giving back on many occasions. One of the most memorable events that always comes to mind is Hurricane Katrina. If it weren’t for the generosity of others through one of the hardest times my home state had faced, we wouldn’t be where we are today…
Hair Care Tips for Brunettes
I’ve been a brunette my entire life. Some people can go from brunette to blonde and back to brunette and rock the look either way, but not this girl! It’s either my natural medium dark brown, or color treated dark ebony brown. Lately I’ve been liking my natural look more, so it’s been a few years since I’ve dyed my hair. One thing is for certain…
DIY Mason Jar Wall Holder
Every now and then I like to get crafty and put my DIY skills to use. The most recent project I checked off of my list was this DIY mason jar wall holder and I’m kind of obsessed with how cute it turned out! That’s partly because most of my DIY projects turn out to be an epic fail, but not this one! The moral of this story is…
Cajun Shrimp & Crab Queso Dip
Do the words cajun shrimp and crab queso dip have you drooling yet!? How about the word wine? If you answered yes, then you’ve come to the right place! I’ll be sharing my go-to recipe that’s very easy to make and is perfect for all occasions, from a backyard barbecue to an elegant tailgate…
What’s in My Bag: Travel Essentials
One of my favorite parts of summer is the traveling and road trips that come along with it. Whether I’m traveling by car or plane, I like to be well prepared with the proper travel essentials. These range from anything that will make the trip less stressful, to…
How to Be a Bridesmaid on a Budget
Weddings are expensive regardless if you’re the person planning one or the person standing in one. This year I’ve been through both scenarios- I was a bridesmaid in my best friend’s wedding all while in the process of planning and saving for my own upcoming wedding. My best advice when it comes to weddings is…
Tips and Tricks to Feel Less Hungry
One of the biggest challenges I used to face was having to resist the urge to eat throughout the day when I knew I wasn’t really hungry. A lot of times my hunger would stem from boredom or stress. I knew this because sometimes I would feel hungry an hour after eating a well balanced meal. Those feelings of hunger were…
10 Fun Things to Do at the Beach
I was just at the beach as recent as yesterday and I’m already wishing I could go back! I would live there if I could. I love the beach, but I’m not a big fan of just laying out on the beach, or at least not laying out on the beaches here in the south when it feels like it’s 100+ degrees out. I have to be doing something to take my mind off of the blistering heat…
