This week, I had the opportunity to step back inside our childhood home for a “check in” before the new renters take over. I will always love that house, but it has been years since I could be back inside. I have to say,…
I don’t think there is one person that doesn’t love to travel {for pleasure that is}. Why is it then, that it can be so hard to pull ourselves away from our work to take the time to plan a vacation? With a promise…
This week has been an action packed one, which honestly I love. I do not do well sitting around twiddling my thumbs. Luckily, before the work week kicked off, the Mr. and I took advantage of the nice weather to explore a bit in…
England is one of those places that I never get tired of visiting, and back in October { this post is long ove due – sorry!} my family and I made the trip back to the UK. I received so many questions while we…
My little sister, Sarah, is back with another book review, and who doesn’t want to curl up with a good book these days? The last book she reviewed, The Woman in Cabin 10, was perfect to kick off our book reviews here on My Manicured Life…
Last weekend was filled with family time; with my younger sister living just 8 blocks away, we spend a lot of time together. My older sister lives about 45min out of town, but she had news to share with us this past weekend and…
If you are following me over on Instagram or have seen my portfolio, you know I don’t shy away from dark woods, metal, or even cement; but that doesn’t mean that’s all I love when it comes to wood tones. Recently, I’ve been pulling more…
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Currently Obsessing: A Refresh On Your Home For Spring
When seasons change it’s a perfect reminder to put a little love back into your home. It is the place, after all, that you count on to keep you calm and refreshed each day and to provide you with inspiration and love. With spring approaching,…
Growing up in my family home, it was one where the door was always open; friends trickled in without notice, and I loved every second of it. Our house was loud but not too loud, and friends were always welcome. With two parents who…
This year, Valentines Day lands on a weekday, providing you the perfect opportunity to throw a little gathering on the weekend prior to Vday. Why not throw a “Galentines Day” get-together for the women in your life who encourage you, support you, make you laugh, and…