I usually don’t post on the weekends, but April was a really fantastic month for us. Alex and I stayed busy with the wedding planning for sure, but also, our joint calendar was filled to the brim with social events. We tried several new restaurants, saw a fantastic play, went to multiple improv shows, birthday celebrations,…
The Nighttime Routine
On school nights (ahem, work nights) I strive to keep a nighttime routine in place. Studies show that adults with a consistent bedtime routine in place typically yield better sleep outcomes. If you’re reading between the lines, consistency is key here, and that I very much value a solid 8+ hours of sleep. I had so much…
My Picks for Spring Nail Polish Hues
Spring is always so warmly welcomed, especially here in DC. The cherry blossoms have popped, and it’s a friendly reminder that we’ve survived yet another winter. It’s also the perfect time to start playing around with more inviting and delightful nail polish choices (yay)! We finally get to break away from deep crimsons, charcoal grays, and inky…
What We Did Differently Over Passover…
Lucky for us (and all other working 9-5ers), this year was the second year in a row Passover fell over a weekend, providing no excuse for missing the holiday with family. So off we went, down to South Florida to spend Passover 2016 with my beautiful, goofy, loud, and loving family. WHAT WE DID DIFFERENTLY…
Irresistible Me Hair Extentions
Let’s face it. Growing long, luscious, thick mermaid hair is nearly impossible. In fact, my hairdresser confirmed it. Some women simply cannot grow their hair past a certain length — no matter what they do. See, it is impossible! While this is slightly consoling, it’s still disappointing, as I am one of those women whose…
How I Saved Money Our Save-the-Dates
Our save-the-dates went out the very first week in April, providing our guests with 8 months notice. Which Alex thinks is an insane amount of notice, but hey, that’s destination wedding etiquette for you. And for 90% of our guests, our Arizona nuptials will be considered a destination wedding. I always had a general sense of how I…