Third Trimester Pregnancy Update

I am officially in my third trimester now! Yay for being almost 30 weeks along! I thought this would be a good time to make a little “scrapbook entry” of how my pregnancy is going so I can look back on it in the future.

I personally love hearing details about random people’s pregnancies, but please feel free to scroll on past if that’s not your jam. No judgement. 😉 Otherwise, enjoy!

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Bursting into Bloom {Golden Hour Photoshoot}

It was the kind of evening where all you have to do is point your camera and click the shutter to create a masterpiece.

My family hosted a church potluck in perfect May weather, and knowing we’d be right next to my mom’s flower garden, I wisely brought my camera along. I am so glad I did, because this ended up being one of my favorite nature photoshoots in a while!

If you need a strong dose of color and sunlight, read on. ❤

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We’re Expecting! + More Announcements

Hello friends!

YOU GUYS, I’M PREGNANT, AHH! *beams* I’ve been keeping this a secret for a few months, but since everything is going well and we found out the gender + got pictures, I’m finally ready to make this post. I am SO excited to share my pregnancy journey thus far.

I also have some blog-related announcements at the end of the post, so basically, this is an important post to read. 🙂 Let’s get into it!

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Megan & Harrison {the Wedding Weekend}

Hello friends!

Last weekend my sister got married to my brother-in-law! 😀 It was SUCH an amazing, beautiful, memory-filled few days so of course I wanted to share some of the pictures I took.

Megan got married at my family’s farm (as is the tradition with my siblings) decorated with bright poppies and florals, string lights, and lots of yellow. 🙂

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Snapshots from the Outer Banks

Hello friends!

I’m back with the second half of my vacation pictures from our recent trip to OBX. Today’s post will feel sort of like an “Etcetera” collection since it features all the random photos that didn’t fit into the last one.

Read on for Jeep duckies, beach flowers, good eats, and a proud pigeon. Enjoy this random collection!

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Sand Dunes & Sound Waves {Exploring the Outer Banks}

Hello friends!

We’re back from a lovely vacation to the Outer Banks! Sully and I had a wonderful time walking beaches and going for long drives along the Sound, despite chilly weather. Of course I took heaps of photos I can’t wait to share with you. 🙂

I’m splitting the pictures into two very long posts: one for the beachy scenery today, and one for other miscellaneous photos and adventures next week. So for now, enjoy these beautiful landscapes!

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Vacation Meal Prep for Breakfast & Lunch (No Microwave)

Hello friends!

I know I just did a meal prep post, but I wanted to share what I’ve been making for our trip! We are on vacation as you read this, enjoying five days at a cute Airbnb in the Outer Banks area – but the house has no microwave. In order not to eat out for every meal, I prepared breakfasts and lunches we could enjoy with just a refrigerator.

I hope this is helpful meal inspiration to you guys, whether for traveling or for everyday life.

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Etcetera #25 {Glowstick Gangs, Squishy Pets, & Emotional Support Dumplings}

Hello friends!

It’s time for another round of miscellaneous photos saved up on my phone and camera over the past few months. Today we have pretty golden hour landscapes, amusing portraits, and CATS.

Enjoy this scrapbook of randomness!

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Healthy Homemade Meal Ideas

Hello friends!

Recently I’ve really gotten into creating meals that are both nutritious and delicious. I find cooking from scratch so fun and rewarding! I’ve been documenting some of my favorite dishes on my phone and wanted to share a collection of them with you today.

Read on for menu inspiration for all three meals, plus links to my favorite recipes. These are especially helpful if you’re looking for high-protein, real-food ideas. Enjoy!

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