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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My First Matcha

I had heard about matcha lattes (aka green tea lattes) from one of my best Siena friends, and was immediately curious about this peculiar green coffee. This site does a beautiful job of explaining what it is (and how to make it), but to get to the point, matcha lattes are antioxidant-packed drinks that are experiencing quite a heyday on instagram right now…

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Riverside Girl Date

I almost never drink beer, but when I do, I appreciate a good one like this.

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Strawberry Habanero Guacamole

I was inspired by a favorite tapas restaurant to make a copycat strawberry habanero guacamole...

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The Inlet

I have often wondered where these ships go, where they have been, who has been on them, what great catches they have seen...

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Road Trip | Chincoteague

I had read Misty of Chincoteague as a young girl and was captivated by the thought of wild horses living by the sea - so this was a considerable bucket list check!