happy spring

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happy spring y'all!

even though it feels more like summer here in the south,

i'm still glad to see everything blooming and coming  to life.

cypress gardens

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i had been here before, to cypress gardens.

it's such a magical place.

a peaceful, welcoming place anytime of the year.

if you're ever in the charleston area, do make an effort to visit.

you won't regret it.

daylight savings

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i'm sad to see our mild winter slowly fading away, but spring always brings the highly anticipated longer days filled with more sunshine.  i'm looking forward to it.  trees and flowers are starting to blossom and everything is coming back to life.  such a renewal of the soul.  i cannot wait for long walks and porch sittin'; fresh flowers and iced tea; city strolls and grass bewteen my toes.

it's coming and i'm ready.

running in circles

ever feel like you are running in circles?

it's been one of those months for me.

i can't believe that spring is right around the corner.  i didn't even see a single snowflake this winter.

but i'm ready. ready for a fresh start to a new season.

ready for life to start budding.

and what better way to welcome the warm, sunny days than a wreath to welcome in loved ones.

i made this on a cold, rainy day.  all you need is a grapevine wreath, birds, moss and flowers from a craft store.  just use your hot glue gun and make it yours.



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IT'S HERE!!!

remember this post?

well the march issue of Our State magazine is out and my photo is in it!

go get your hands on a copy and flip to the last page, Tar Heel Images.

yay!  now i have to get MY hands on a copy too!

weekend wear

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the warm weather bug has bitten and i am ready for strolling the streets of charleston again!

wouldn't this outfit be perfect for a weekend getaway?

breakfast to go

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homemade yogurt parfaits

easy peasy to throw together the night before and grab the next morning before work.

there's lots of add-ins you can use.  i used plain low-fat yogurt, but you could use greek or vanilla.

i added a little lemon curd to the bottom topped it with frozen raspberries and homemade granola.

so yummy and quick!

i can't wait to try different variations. like banana, chocolate chips and slivered almonds.

or strawberries, granola and honey.

and you can add a bit of ground flax seed for added fiber. 

so many ways to mix up your morning routine.

enjoy!
p.s. granola recipe can be found here.