FATHERS DAY WEEKEND | in photos.

Summertime Sangria | a recipe.

When the air gets hot, and life gets filled with all sorts of summer activities – Ryan and I turn to enjoying our evening adult beverage. I’ve toyed with mixing Watermelon Vodka with Passion fruit LaCroix + a fresh smashed mint leaf… which has become a new favorite- but every now and then it’s nice to mix it up. Ry and I are your novice, to average, red wine connoisseurs. We know the basics, but mostly we just try different bottles until we find a favorite. Tonight we decided fresh fruit + a little extra kick was in order, so Sangria it is! We started by adding a bottle of red…

A Slow Saturday Spa.

Yesterday I planned a little treat for my two oldest babes. We purchased fresh flowers at our local super market, and I set out my beloved facial routine from The Good Stuff Botanicals for a Spa Date. Lately I’ve been finding ways to be spend more intentional time with my girls, giving them time to open their hearts & minds to an uninterrupted Mama. Let’s face it… Running two and a half businesses, answering to friends, family and finishing build on a home doesn’t leave much time for quality, unplugged time with my kids. I adore them to pieces, and also feel its…

Natural Beauty & Raising Daughters.

    As we prepare for this next season of life, I find myself deep in thought about desires in my heart. Desires to be financially free, and generous. Pursing only memories that will remain in the hearts of our children, not things. To be creative with the eye & talent God has granted me, using it to benefit the lives of others, and see more beauty. Spending each day living intentionally, aware of the present moments – choosing to be grateful, happy, and thankful. Lastly, to live with less and be responsible consumers, purchasing natural alternatives to modern items. This last mentioned desire has been…