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book graveyard

It’s almost catastrophic for me to start reading because I just can’t stop. I’ve been this way forever—I used to get made fun of for reading at recess (which, for what it’s worth, didn’t hurt either my social or athletic career ;)) because I just couldn’t put my book down. This continues today. But the…

feel good friday 080423

after what appeared to be a light day of meetings, i am now on a call stretching into its fifth hour… grateful for unpredictability, flexibility, and leadership beach lazing and couple friends and sunshine and sand and salt and body surfing and fibbage delta sky lounge. only flying delta out of austin from here on…

dreaming of ski szn | checklist 86

Dreaming of many things, but namely the swish of my skis on snow with the cold air blowing in my face. Buy All the Things I am obsessed with my Season Equipment skis. I LOVE them. I own the Nexus 177cm. They are the best. They ski beautifully. They look beautiful. I went through it…

Live from LA | Feel Good Friday 072823

Admittedly, California weather is perfect. It’s late July, the flowers are blooming, the breezes are blowing, and it’s just absolutely wonderful to be outside. It’s enough to make me miss living in Newport. Of course, living in Newport gave me my best friends in the whole world, so I will always be beyond grateful for…

There are no rules | Feel Good Monday 071723

how to even catch up on gratitude?! i’ve been SO busy. and yet! so much good time spent with friends. with co-workers. with meaningful, fun projects. with bob. with my FIANCÉ, y’know. i mean, the time spent with the marriage certificate trio, in person and on hilarious phone calls, is hugely impactful on my happiness…

Checklist 85

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beer olympics eve | feel good friday 063023

You know those events that are so epic they seem like and have a reputation for having always been so? Well Beer Olympics is one of those amongst my Austin friend group, despite this year’s only being the third annual. It’s tomorrow, and I could not be more excited. I LOVE throwing this party. It’s…

Dumb things you probably weren’t wondering

because I am not an actual celebrity, just yours… Engagement Day Details: Dress: Farm Rio Ring: fiancé did it all by himself but he told me it’s Mociun <3 Nails: Lily & Fox Shoes: old crusty Tommy Hilfiger canvas slips-ons / just snagged $15 all-white pumas at costco (run don’t walk to your local; not…

feel the best friday 061623

We’re engaged! I’ve taken cool walks every morning for the last week! My cup is full with Marriage Certificate Trio & GD4L love! My belly is full of amazing Willamette pinot! I love Oregon! My helpful handsome humanitarian warrior is so thoughtful and supportive! Even when I yell at him! Which I do! Working while…

Surprise Holiday Weekend | Feel Good Friday 052623

On holiday weekends when I haven’t planned a party, I often forget it’s a holiday. This is a blessing—who doesn’t want a surprise long weekend?! This one is much-needed; a brief respite before we’re off to Oregon for two whirlwind weeks of work, wine, and my bestest friends in the whole wide world. Once I…