When Life is Hard

I’m not a big fan of platitudes. I believe in the power of prayer, and I believe in God’s plan for me, but I don’t need a saccharine platitude when I’m hurting. Don’t tell me...

Lifestyle
Capsule wardrobes are a great solution to an over-stuffed closet... But is our closet the real problem?

Fast Fashion and the Capsule Wardrobe

If you read a fair amount of lifestyle blogs or fashion blogs, you’ve probably come across the “capsule wardrobe.” While this might feel like a very modern, minimalist response to consumerism and fast fashion, the…

Books

Gone Girl Review: Book vs. Film

I never had any intention of reading Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl, but when Dan and I flew out for my brother’s wedding in October, I forgot to pack my iPad. No books for the entire…

Kappa Kappa Gamma
Bridesmaids with the bride. Fun picture to take for autumn bachelorette weekends!

Rettew Says I Do!

When Dan and I started discussing marriage, we agreed on all the big things, including the length of our engagement. We both wanted a short engagement. We figured if we were already set on committing…

Dating
There's so much bad dating advice out there, but these tips are some of the WORST I've ever heard! #dating

Stop Sharing Horrible Dating Advice

I’ve received a lot of well-meaning, but extremely misguided relationship advice over the years. At first, I thought it was just me. If you only know me through my blog, then you might not realize…

Blogging

Bigs & Littles Blogging Network: Meet Brita & Stephanie

As a new blogger, I was so excited when Chelsea at Southern Beauty Guide announced the Bigs & Littles Blogging Network. I relished the chance of learning more about blogging from someone who’s been on…