1. Clean those windows. Eyeroll. I know, it’s obvious with the spring rains and the blowing Illinois wind and dirt. Starting with a clean slate is an excellent motivator to make something beautiful happen. Pull out that power washer and watch your deck gleam. Scrubbing down doors and posts and patio furniture is the perfect […]

Hey There, Lovely Do you want to know what inspires me? Giving Back. Keep reading to discover how to be a part of the next event. First, I want to share a little behind the scenes on the Great Wall of Kim. Greg Helmuth the architect, builder, designer, dreamer of the Great Wall of Kim […]

Hey, Lovelies, Happy New Year! Is your head still spinning from the holiday parties and back to school craziness? I know I am. Obviously, because this post could have helped you two weeks ago. However, you might benefit more now. I was thinking about what could really improve my brain space and cause me to […]

Magnolia was not what I expected! It was so much more. You might find these events fall short of miracle status, but ever since I met my mentor, Janet 5 years ago she has shown me how to find miracles in the simplest situations. So, back up. Bear with me on the definition of miracles, […]

Hey There, Lovely I used to work in a figurative landmine. I was constantly being questioned about my beliefs, religion, and denomination. In some ways, it made me stronger, it grew my roots deeper into the Word and forced me to understand myself better, but in some ways it was exhausting. I did the work […]

  My childhood was spent outside. I’m just old enough to be from the ‘go outside and play’ era. You know, the one? T9 texting, VHS and film cameras. Lucky for me going outside was a treat, not a punishment. When I was 2 we moved into a green and red painted ranch style home […]

I have 3 easy reading tips! First, Find a comfy spot like this hammock to lounge in! Do you take extra care to enjoy a good book? Would you like some tips to get more out of reading? It has been a long time since I’ve ugly cried over a book! That is exactly what […]

  It’s a little crazy to think that I have read 9 books in 54 days! It’s almost like I’m stocking up for a time when I can’t read. Actually, that is exactly what I am doing! The warmer months are filled with photoshoots and traveling this year, so the colder ones are perfect for […]

I have been so blessed in 2015 with numerous clients that have been so good to me. Honestly, it was my first year to have so many Weddings so close together. I’m so excited to be this organized. Are you ever afraid of juggling to many things, worried about the outcome of each one? Then […]