A seasonal lifestyle blog

A love letter to style, heirloom recipes, creative pursuits, motherhood, and life’s little joys through my camera lens.

Person wearing a large sunhat leaning over a table with a floral tablecloth, a bowl of greenery, two glasses, and a pitcher of water outdoors surrounded by trees.

A cocktail garnished with a cherry, lime wedge, and black pepper in a short glass, with a potted plant and limes in the background, and the word "Recipes" at the bottom.

A view of a grassy field and colorful trees seen through a window with black framing, with the word 'Creative' at the bottom.

A woman walking outdoors pushing a stroller with a young child inside, holding a drink and a beverage cup. The setting appears to be a park or peaceful neighborhood.

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All-American Night

It felt so classically American; taking in baseball, amazing, cool weather, a spectacular sunrise, catching whiffs of sugary funnel cake...

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Montalcino & Montepulciano

Sloping streets, walls doused in golden sun. The floor, the stones, the steps into shops and cafes all felt sacrosanct and ancient...

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scenes from my weekend

If these photos make it seem like I had a tranquil and uneventful weekend, that'd be about half right; I spent most about 50% of my weekend furiously typing up journals for grad school...

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insta lately

I don't remember the last time I've worn a jacket in June.

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first day of school!

And I'm a little nervous.

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4 habits for a calming nightly regimen

Sleep is sacred. I am sharing the four habits that have made my nightly ritual something I look forward to.

Narrow street in Italy with old buildings, people walking, and traffic signs overhead.

A woman with blonde hair tied in a ponytail, wearing white jeans and a beige scarf, holding a phone and a bag outdoors at sunset.

A woman wearing a hat and a light sweater walking through a tulip farm, with rows of white and pink tulips and a green landscape in the background.