I've been on the hunt for the perfect pair of denim. I think I found them! For me, these Madewell Perfect Vintage Denim are indeed, perfect! Not too skinny and not too wide in the leg - this cut is exactly what I was looking for. The inseam and rise are also great. For reference, I'm 5'6" with a long torso and shorter legs. I also went for my smaller size, as reviews said they run a bit big. I wish they had the same style in a darker wash. I ... Read the Post...
My Goals in 2022
Ohh the new year. When you hit the ground running with fresh new goals, or loath anything remotely having to do with the matter. I think I fall somewhere in the middle, erring slightly toward the goal-setting side. I do like a fresh start. This year I’ve set some loose goals, or intentions as some might say, but I’m also trying to be realistic in knowing that some may not go as hoped or planned. If I can tick just one or two things off my ... Read the Post...
Travel Diary: The Homestead
My boyfriend and I spent some time at The Homestead in Hot Springs, Virginia last month. It was so nice to get away, and The Homestead was a great place for some rest and relaxation. The Drive We made the drive from Raleigh - about 4.5 hours. There seem to be multiple routes you can take, with no real straight shot to get there, but overall it's not a bad drive and traffic was minimal (minus a construction site we went through). For ... Read the Post...
On Memoirs
I love a memoir. There’s just something about getting a peak inside someone else’s life – who they were as a child, how that impacted their adult life, and the confirmation that no matter who you are, where you come from, wealthy or not, famous or not, we all have “stuff”. But, that "stuff" – the ups and downs, twist and turns – is what makes a life. The most recent memoir I read was Finding Freedom by Erin French. Now first off - the ... Read the Post...