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Take a Hike

Colorado stephanie-spring.comColorado stephanie-spring.comColorado stephanie-spring.comColorado stephanie-spring.comFour years ago I went to Colorado. It was the summer between when I was supposed to graduate and student teaching. I felt so scattered and had little desire to stay in the same small town I grew up in. While there, I lived with my Aunt, Uncle, and cousins who welcomed me with open arms. I nannied for a family and loved every second of that summer.

When Eric and I met, our first conversation was sparked when I mentioned about my time living in Colorado. We talked all about the beautiful state, how much I loved it, and his unfulfilled desire to visit. While engaged, we added it to our travel bucket list and set it aside. This February rolled around and we took a look at our finances, summer plans, and our bucket list. Everything seemed to line up so I called my Aunt, we looked at flights, and with one simple click we were going to Colorado!

We arrived in the Centennial State late on Wednesday night and expected the time difference to force us to get more sleep. But, as if it were Christmas morning, Eric woke up bright and early looking out the window with excitement. I was reliving a million memories of how much has changed since the last time I was here. Relationships, jobs, and living situations were completely different since four years ago. I counted my blessings that morning that I was next to someone with this much excitement for a place I once called home.

We hopped out of bed and took in the early morning views excited to venture out. We quickly made breakfast and decided to hike nearby Mederas Mountain. We were thankful the altitude didn’t hold us back and climbed to the top, took a ton of pictures and openly welcomed our vacation. We were so glad to be together in a place that we talked about at the beginning of our relationship. Colorado stephanie-spring.comColorado stephanie-spring.comAfter our hike, we headed to the neighboring town of Glenwood Springs where I spent my summer four years ago. I was so eager to show Eric the ins and outs of the town and my favorite coffee shop, Sacred Grounds. We ate lunch, drank coffee, and took in the view. We talked about life and how blessed we were to be able to travel here for a vacation.

Our last stop of the day was a bike ride along the Rio Grande Trail with amazing views of white water rivers and snow capped mountains.  Tried and parched from the heat and altitude, we stopped for a drink at Glenwood Canyon Brewpub. As the storm clouds rolled in, we headed back to the house with full hearts. Even on the first day, I already knew this trip was going to be one for the books.

Friday Favorites

The sun is shining and the birds are singing! I just love you Friday! As always, I’m linking up with Erika, Narci, and Andrea!

One.JNumbers-logo-finalI love this company. I love the people. I love the products. AND…they are launching their Summer Boho Jewelry line today! I love every. single. item. Ahhh! You can see the entire collection, here!

Two.IMG_6037I’ve made this so much this week that it’s getting added to the favorites list. No shame.

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After wearing these (similar) for almost every single wedding I’ve been in and again this weekend, I realized they are a favorite. They’re the perfect mix of simple and classic.

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Sleep, sleep and more sleep. 🙂

Five. A sweet friend gave me this book the other day and I am obsessed! I’ve already read through half of it! Buy it, here!

Have an amazing Friday friends!

Show and Tell Tuesday + What’s in My Bag?

BagNars Lip Pencil/ Lip Gloss/ Hand Lotion/ VaselineWallet/ Blistex/ Nars Lip Pencil

I’ve tried to downsize my bag/purse which means minimizing the items in there as well. Easier said than done. 😉 Other than my cell phone and occasional bobby pins that get thrown in there, I have some staples that I don’t like to leave without. Here’s a peek in my bag for your Tuesday! 🙂

 

What are some of the things you can’t leave the house without?!

Just in case you missed previous Show and Tell Tuesdays…

Show and Tell: Favorite Vacation

Show and Tell: My Summer Style 

Show and Tell: Talk Show Edition

Show and Tell: A Mixed Tape of my Life

Show and Tell: Hometowns

Wedding Registry Favorites

RegistryPillows/Bath Towels/Drinkware/ Wire Bin with Canvas (Similar)/ Salt and Pepper Set/ Wire Storage Bin/ Bedsheets/ Sweater Blanket/ Down Comforter/ Lamp Shade/ Lamp Base

It was a week after Eric proposed. We were in awe of God’s plan and extremely thankful for the timeline set in front of us. We had our ducks in a row because this wasn’t exactly something that came out of a nowhere. We talked for months about what building a life together would look like. We were fortunate enough to have a lot of things since we both lived on our own for awhile but definitely had some things that would be helpful to start a home for two. We are both practical people. We don’t need a lot but we prefer quality over quantity any day. We were at Target (and later on Williams-Sonoma) with the scanner in our hands and realized the possibilites were endless. 😉 Fast forward a year and a half later and we use everything we registered for. No lie. Everything. 

Some of the items we received are simply conducive to our style and work great in our space. Then there are the items that no matter your hobbies or style, should appear on your wedding registry. These are things that come in handy for any household, anytime, any day.Kitchen-Gadgets1. KitchenAid Mixer/ 2. Spiralizer/ 3. Bella Juicer/ 4. KitchenAid Food Processor/ 5. Vitamix

Happy Monday friends!

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Friday Favorites

Friday is looking better than ever and linking up with Erika, Narci, and Andrea always makes it a little sweeter!

One.2016-05-31_0001Black and White Stripes/ Gold Polka Dots/ Pictures

I need a new planner and your advice…Which one do you like best?

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I love, love, love reading all your comments. It honestly makes my day! Comment on this post and tell me what you want to see more posts of. Food, fashion, family, faith, marriage??? You pick!

Three.FullSizeRender (42)This heavenly goodness is definitely a favorite. You can see how to make it, here!

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It’s such a beautiful time of year and you can use these to make your water pretty, here!

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TODAY IS THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! Summer break officially starts today! 🙂 How could that not be a favorite?!4 fridays

Happy, happy Friday everyone!