110 years ago, eleven exceptional women joined together for the first initiation of Alpha Gamma Delta. I can only imagine this ceremony: the emotions, the first sharing of our ritual, and the enormous accomplishment of these Founders in creating a whole new sisterhood. If I could go back in time, this might be a day I would have to visit (and party with Grace Mosher “Mosh Pit” Harter, duh). … View Post »
But first, let me (not) take a selfie
These days, selfies are a big thing. Pretty much everyone everywhere has hopped on the selfie bandwagon. And let’s not even mention the song. Yes, I do take photos of myself and of other people and me. But I am not a regular selfie taker, and here’s why. 1. I have a knack for always taking selfies where I have five chins. I have not mastered the one chin face pose…. View Post »
Lazy weight loss
This post title is a total oxymoron because weight loss takes time, effort, dedication, and planning. But I have discovered a few lazy weight loss tricks over the years. 1. Depending on your diet style (like low-carb, Paleo, just calorie counting), buy prepared foods. It is more expensive, but you are more likely to stay with your plan. Salad mix or packaged salads are easy ways to get… View Post »
Where the green grass grows
Y’all, I am a suburbanite. Give me manicured lawns, perfectly spaced houses, and all that jazz any day. Northern Virginia is kind of my nightmare. Traffic everywhere, people everywhere, buildings everywhere. I’m not going to do anything crazy like overcorrect and move back to Greensburg, but I definitely appreciate suburban America. Mac and I have been together over five years and have yet to have a place we truly considered… View Post »
Happy Memorial Day
As you’re celebrating the unofficial start to summer, please take the time to think on the true meaning behind Memorial Day. This day is to honor those who laid down their lives for the United States of America. Remember those who died in defense of our country and those who have committed their lives to serving our country. Hope everyone has a safe holiday weekend!
Sunday Social
1. What is your favorite handbag you own?I don’t own it yet, but I’m going to treat myself to a Longchamp tote. 2. 3 things you would buy right now if money was no object?A one-way ticket from Afghanistan to Washington, DC. Virginia Tech season tickets. A luxury getaway cabin nestled in the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains off of exit 118-B on I-81. 3. Name a place you… View Post »