An intensely fragrant simple syrup that combines citrus, floral, and woody notes accentuates sweet honeydew melon and tart lemon for a refreshing summer drink.
It’s officially summer, and the South has been heating up with temperatures breaching 100 degrees. Every summer, I struggle with the challenge of dressing well while staying comfortable and cool, and no one has made this easier than one of my favorite places to shop. Offering stylish, high-quality pieces without the high fashion prices, Few Moda carries elevated and on-trend dresses, tops, outerwear, and so much more, and are a go-to shop for me. To help you beat...
The Fourth of July is just two weeks away, and we are in full red, white, and blue mode. Amazon is the perfect place to shop for all of your fourth needs, from breezy linen dresses and sandals for picnics, swim essentials for the beach or pool, and home decor for a festive finishing touch. Take a peek below for some of my favorite fourth ready choices! Shop the Post
Father’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re looking for the perfect, last-minute gift for the father figures in your life, I’ve rounded up my best ideas below. Give the gift of memory Give him the gift of stories you share, written in your own words. Whether you choose to complete this book in an afternoon or over the course of many days, by the time you’ve finished, this will be a keepsake, a commemoration of his...
Even though the world shut down for a while, I’ve been traveling quite a lot over the last few years. Both for work and for pleasure, I’ve been on a plane almost every month, so I’m always on the lookout for products that make traveling a breeze. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite items from Amazon below. Portable Electric Toothbrush, Extended Battery, Sweatshirt and Jogger Set, 2-in-1 Travel Pillow and Blanket, Packing Cubes, Wireless Earbuds, White Sneakers,...
With temperatures in the south creeping up into the 80s, I find myself reaching for a cooling drink in the evenings while I relax on the patio. Lavender lemonade is a welcome reprieve from the southern heat, and so easy to whip up. Tips for Making Lavender Lemonade Use lavender sparingly, and stick with French or English lavender varieties as they won’t be bitter or soapy. You may need to play with the recipe to get the right...
This spring, one of my projects was to create a green space on our patio. When I built our little herb garden one afternoon, I began daydreaming of all the garden-to-table meals we could enjoy. Our sweet basil is thriving, lemon thyme and lavender flowering, but our mint leaves are really flourishing. I wanted to incorporate the fragrant leaves, and a classic mint mojito seemed the perfect way to go. One of my favorite summer sips, the classic...
Spring is here in North Carolina! The temperatures have been steadily climbing, and I’ll be living in lightweight, flowy dresses for the next eight months. Now that it’s getting warmer, I’m spending more time outside reading and thought I’d share what’s on my reading list for March. My reading goal for 2022 is to complete 75 books and I am a little behind at the moment, but planning to spend some time catching up this weekend. March Book...