Have you ever been in the presence of someone who has the ability to float about their house when they host a party, inconspicuously ensuring that everyone is completely comfortable while chatting away, refilling wine glasses and making the whole ordeal somehow look effortless? Meet Sandy Coughlin and her wonderful husband, Paul. Doesn’t Paul kind…
Hello from Oregon
Hello from Jacksonville, Oregon! It feels good to be on the ground in this incredibly beautiful state after a long day of travel. My alarm went off at 5 a.m. and I caught a flight out of the Jacksonville airport bright and early. Coffee fuel! Today’s travels included three flights – from Jacksonville to Charlotte,…
We Wear ‘Em All
A Taste of Mexico in Sarasota
This morning was spent around the house. Ryan helped his mom’s boyfriend with some yard work while I updated the blog and chatted with his mom. Every time we come visit his family I feel so grateful that I am marrying into such a great, close-knit group of people. They’re a special bunch. 🙂 Once…
Running with a Friend
I’m really funny about working out with other people. I prefer solo workouts, mainly because I like to go at my own pace. When I work out with someone else, I find myself getting to caught up in whether I’m holding the other person back or pushing them too much to really enjoy the experience. Then…
Beans, Beans, They're Good for Your Heart
Tonight’s dinner was bean-tastic! Since my fabulous fiance has the week off work, he helped prep the beans for tonight’s dinner: Tuscan bean soup. We made the soup using a gourmet mix from Harry & David that Ryan gave me (and my mom and his mom) for Christmas. Apparently all the women in his life love…