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Fall Home Finds from Target
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Fall Home Finds from Target

With our home renovations finally coming to an end, fall decorating is in full swing in our household! I recently shared my top tips for giving your home a refresh for the upcoming autumnal weather, and one of my favorite affordable ways to give my home a refresh is by changing out pillows, flowers and greenery, and my home fragrance. All of these small changes can be done on any budget, and it’s a great way to bring the lovely autumnal colors and scents of fall indoors. Target is one of my favorite places to stock up on small seasonal decorations, and they certainly have not disappointed me this season! I’m sharing a round-up of my favorite finds below.

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My Favorite Books of 2023
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My Favorite Books of 2023

Transporting myself to different eras and immersing myself in the past has always been an irresistible allure for my literary senses. Within the realm of literature, historical fiction stands as a bridge between worlds, offering a unique fusion of imaginative storytelling and the rich backdrop of bygone times. In this journey through the corridors of time, I often find myself spellbound by the authors who masterfully weave history into their narratives. Today I am sharing my favorite reads of 2023 — and yes, we still have four months left in the year. However, I have recently become enthralled with a new series (stay tuned) and don’t foresee picking up any books aside from the next one or two in that series for the rest of 2023.

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What I’ve Been Buying for Early Fall
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What I’ve Been Buying for Early Fall

I know, I know… it’s the middle of August and I’m writing a post about shopping for fall. But, these stormy days in Virginia recently have left me cozying up with a cup of tea and time on my hands to do a spot of online shopping. And, based on a recent poll on my Instagram stories, it looks like 70% of you are also ready for fall! With all that time on my hands, I’ve purchased quite a few lovely autumnal items to add to my wardrobe — as well as a few teas and items for our newly-renovated kitchen — and I figured I’d share them here.

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Current Favorites for Spring
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Current Favorites for Spring

Despite the blustery cold and windy weather we are experiencing today in Virginia, I know that spring is just around the corner! I planted my first annual flowers this past weekend (happy to report that they are surviving this cold weather) and I've been daydreaming about outfits with light pink and green tones. In an effort to “spring-ify” my spring wardrobe, I’ve been doing some online shopping recently and rounded up my favorites in home, fashion, and beauty here.

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