And just like that, we’re officially into December! I took some time this past weekend to rest, recharge, and just kick back with a cup of mint hot chocolate and zone out to some of my favorite holiday movies because these next few weeks I’m going to be going, going, going non-stop all the way […]
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While I’m recovering from my food coma that took hold of me last night post-Thanksgiving feast with my family and simultaneously preparing to meet up with Stef for a Black Friday Brunch over in Deerfield this morning, I thought I’d take the opportunity to put together my full recap of this past month that was […]
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Although Thanksgiving isn’t until next week, I’ve been spending a lot of time over these past few days doing some reflection and meditating on my life in 2024 through now – the big changes, accomplishments, ups and downs and, most importantly – the people who have been with me and by my side throughout it […]
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Some of you may see the title of this post and think to yourselves “Ashley, it’s not even Thanksgiving yet. What in the world are you doing?” but considering I’m going to be setting up my Christmas tree this coming Sunday so that I can just rest and relax in the long weekend I have […]
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And I’m back! I hope everyone who celebrated last week’s Fourth of July holiday and post-holiday weekend enjoyed yourselves! While I had to work bright and early (from home!) on Friday morning, it was thankfully quiet for most of the day and I was able to get a ton of stuff done in preparation for […]
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Hello, April! It’s so good to see you! This week ahead is filled with birthdays (and celebrations for said birthdays), work obligations, and the possibility of some snow/sleet since Winter refuses to go out without a fight- but I love the sense of optimism I have at the beginning of each new month and my […]
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Oh, January! You always feel like the longest month imaginable, but I’d never complain about it. You’re so full of post-holiday magic, birthday celebrations, snowy weather (where I live, at least!) and a much-needed sense of hope and optimism for the months/year ahead. I adore you- and I especially adored January of 2024! And, as […]
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It only took the first couple of weeks of January, but my belated Christmas get-togethers and gift exchanges that were postponed from last year have finally been completed as of this past weekend! And with it, I’ve officially taken down the last of my remaining Christmas decorations and packed them away until the next holiday […]
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Coffee & Chiffon 