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my custom wooden sign is made by the darling letters to you there wasn't a year of my life my parent's did december without an advent calendar. i looked forward to opening each tiny, numbered gift more than anything in the world. i long for the days my own children can receive this special tradition that i was able to enjoy throughout my childhood. obviously, andrew and i don't have children yet...but! that doesn't stop me from making the annual advent calendar. thank heavens for a husband that plays along with my traditions and let's me surprise him with each tiny advent gift. this year, i decided...

you would think these photos were taken in late october - well, you're wrong! my little country town decided to hold off the pretty autumn colors until the last hour of november. however, i am happy i am still able to occasionally wear short sleeves and my wedding lace up flats near the end of the year. oh, texas. my husband and i love you and your weirdo weather so we can enjoy our sunday walks through the "winter". get my dress here for the many friends who asked where to buy! it's definitely a staple in my wardrobe.

  happiest thanksgiving, friends! there are countless things i am grateful for, but nothing more than my beloved family. my mom has always been a huge planner and early-decorator to any holiday - and this is where we are cut from the same cloth. i could spend all day dressing up the amazing, giant farm table my dad hand-made especially for hosting in their dining room. we went a minimal route for the thanksgiving dinner table, and i highly recommend for everyone to try this next year! it is so easy, pretty, and simple. throw in some foraged greens to...

far left basket - plum & sparrow, sheepskin - milabert all judgement welcome. i'm honestly surprised i even waited this long to whip out all the christmas boxes. so yes, i fully support early decorating! embrace it guys, we all know this holiday should at least be three months long. yes, there are pumpkins all over my house and yes, there is a "thankful" banner hanging on our mantle, but who says thanksgiving decor can't share with christmas a little bit? my husband could tell you straight, i am one of those year-round christmas celebrators. embarrassingly enough -my morning runs are...