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

What 2020 Has Taught Me
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What 2020 Has Taught Me

Well, I think we can all agree 2020 was the challenge of our generation. There were dark times, and bright times, but even now, one of the most unsettling elements is the remaining question of what will happen. We do not know. It makes me realize that pining away for a long-lost time is useless - we are living our own history right now, each step of the way! All the terrible, beautiful parts of it, too.

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Retreat to the Shenandoah
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Retreat to the Shenandoah

This trip was a product of a spontaneous decision we made back in September, after the first few days of school were trying and seemed impossible. After an “I’ve had it!” kind of day, I went home to visit mom, and we just kinda…well, booked a trip to Virginia.

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October Stop at the Pumpkin Patch
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October Stop at the Pumpkin Patch

October is truly so glorious, and this unexpected pit stop at the Pumpkin Patch last weekend was an equally unexpected source of inspiration! This bountiful harvest is not only so photogenic, but it represents the fruit of the countless hours of summer sun, the ripeness of the season, and the chill in the air signals all the coziness to come!

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Autumn Weekend on Ocean Avenue
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Autumn Weekend on Ocean Avenue

The colors, scents, and aura of the beach front truly do bring me an unspeakable sense of ease. Another long-awaited autumn weekend by the sea has come and gone, and although this year feels a little different, I feel so grateful to have been able to enjoy the undeniable relaxation that this stretch of beach brings.

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When I Started Being Kind To My Skin
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When I Started Being Kind To My Skin

Without a doubt, the onset of Covid-19 marked the arrival of a new era surrounding how I felt about sharing my face without makeup. In this era, like so many others, came a new literal self-reflection. I had to look at myself in video chats. I had to contend with having every little imperfection broadcasted in virtual meetings, classes, zoom calls, and more. As someone who is pretty private, I worried about how people would judge me and focus on my acne, red spots, or naked, makeup-less face.

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