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Ben and I took a quick weekend trip to Florida this past weekend to a cousin’s wedding, so it was another little vacation for us! Too much of this, and I start getting used to sleeping in and lazy days and sunshine. We stayed in Orlando with some of Ben’s siblings (sans kids), and had a fun time with them plus other family we were able to see who live in Florida.

The wedding was a neat one, despite the small hurricane-like storm that came through the hour before the (outdoor) ceremony started. They moved the ceremony + reception to a beautiful pavilion there on the property, and it was actually really awesome to have the wedding with the rain and storm rumbling around us. The bride + groom didn’t let the weather dampen their happiness and fun spirit, and that is always so inspiring. They even brought in a line dance instructor, although I bowed out a few minutes into it since I have zero coordination and thought it would be best to save my dignity while I could. Ha!

Other than the wedding, we sat by the pool, ate Panera Bread a lot, did a little shopping, and caught a movie. It was perfect.

And now we’re on to a brand new week, and it’s so gorgeous outside and my potted herbs haven’t died yet and the flower beds are mulched and the lawn is mowed and it’s all just so nice.

Some links:

– So funny and inspiring.

– Rhubarb season…oh em yum.

– Could you do this?

– Clever diy napkins.

– Fun idea!

– More egg info…because I can’t stop eating eggs, and don’t even want to.

– PRETTY dress.

– Truth.

Have an amazing day!

What about you: what did you do with your weekend?

I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Hey everyone!

We’re back home in the Finger Lakes after a fantastic week in the south spending time with my family at the beach and visiting friends in my hometown. Like I said last week, we were vacationing on a South Carolina island that I grew up going to with my family almost every year, so it’s always so fun to go back. I had thought I would have tons of time to do some blogging while we were there, but that didn’t happen. We were too busy sleeping in, having lazy breakfasts, sitting in the sun, walking on the beach, biking into town, and relaxing to our heart’s content.

It was awesome!

We also got to spend a few days in my hometown, during which I scurried around to see all my friends and family. It was so good to catch up (albiet quickly) with them all! And I also got to watch my little sister land her first championship in volleyball, and I felt like a proud and anxious mother watching her games, and as much as I tried to emotionally detach myself from that final game, it clearly didn’t work because I was.so.very.happy she won. I can’t even imagine what it’s like watching your actual child in something like that…

Some shots from our vacation:

It’s our tradition to have supper one night at The Crab Shack on Tybee Island. We just get a big platter of seafood and dig in. It’s messy, delicious, and so good. If you’re ever close to Savannah, Georgia, and feel the slightest smidge of seafood craving, head here for some fresh and authentic crab, mussels, shrimp, and more.

Just because I like kissing this guy….

We were able to squeeze in a visit to my favorite coffee shop (which happens to be owned by my uncle), and also tour the new roasting room and get some tastings! Such good stuff.

Some links:

– Cooking tips.

– Love this print.

– Natural carpet freshener.

– Parchment muffin wrappers.

– New fave.

– Favorite coffee + favorite cinnamon roll in the entire world.

– Wedding guest attire ideas.

Cheers to a great day, ya’ll!

What about you: do you have traditions for family vacations, things you do year after year?

I’d love to hear your thoughts!