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Navigating the Adventure of Raising Young Adults
Nice To Meet You, I’m Laura
Life has taken me on a journey I could never have scripted, filled with unexpected twists, countless lessons, and incredible blessings along the way.
Embracing Freedom: The Power of Letting Go of Betrayal
In life, we often find ourselves facing the challenge of betrayal, whether it comes from a spouse, friends, family, or colleagues. These experiences can leave us feeling hurt, angry, and lost.
The “A” Word
My husband, Carl and I did a podcast recently on marriage, personal growth and the art of acceptance. It was such a fun convo so I thought I would dive a little deeper.
Navigating the Adventure of Raising Young Adults
As parents, we all remember the boundless energy, the mountains of laundry, and the sticky handprints that defined the earlier years of raising our children.
Nothing Is The Same…
It’s been said that comparison is the thief of joy. I’ve realized it’s also the thief of what could be.
5 Things I Did Right After My Life Changed Forever
Almost 4 years ago my whole world came crashing down in every heartbreaking way I could fathom.
Weathering Life’s Storms and Growing Upward
I have these palm trees that I see from my bedroom every day. They’ve been a quiet yet powerful reminder to me, especially in this season of my life.
Bedding Makeover: Where to Shop
Fall is a great time to rethink your bedding. It provides the perfect opportunity to pause as we begin to nest again or prepare for guests during the holidays.
Design Inspiration: NYC
How do New Yorkers add such a special touch to their living spaces? Here are a few tips crafted from my time in New York.
Outdoor Living: The Best Weatherproof Furniture
Five of the best weatherproof chairs, tables, and sets that are both beautiful in design, and designed with weather in mind.
Trend Alert: Coastal Grandmother Style
I love how this trend has created an appreciation for more traditional New England styles and below are a few ways to incorporate this timeless style into your space.
Wallpaper: All Things Prints Patterns and Color
One of my favorite design trends that is making its way back is wallpaper. There are so many ways to incorporate it into your home, but also so many versions that work and play into most aesthetics.
Design Inspiration: Australia
Nothing inspires me more than the beautiful environment, vast open spaces, and bustling cities that make up this glorious continent.
My Favorite Coffee Table Books
Unlike searching for a book to read, coffee table book shopping not just requires but encourages you to judge it by its cover!
Master Bath Updates: Spa from Home
Tips for creating a spa-centric environment for you to relax and unwind.
How To Revamp Your Poolside Patio
Our front porches and back patios start to act as an extension of our house, and they become new “rooms” to decorate and enjoy. My personal favorite is the poolside patio.
How to Choose the Right Curtains For Your Windows
Curtains are like outfits for our windows! They help us dress up a space by bringing fabric, color, texture, dimension, and depth to a space.
3 Ways To Bring The Outside Into Your Home
With Spring upon us, and all of the flowers in bloom we can only help but want to bring that right inside with us.
The Design History of Saltillo Tile
Saltillo tiles provide that warm rustic feel often found in Spanish-style decor and complimentary to Mediterranean and Tuscan homes. There are a few reasons I love to use this type of tile in my projects
How to Choose the Perfect Accent Chair
We’ve curated five design categories paired with a famous piece of furniture that embodies that style’s characteristics. We hope this acts as a bit of inspiration, and aids you in choosing your next accent chair.