I’m so excited about our January book club pick! This month we’re reading The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. I truly love the writing from Taylor Jenkins Reid and enjoyed her other books including Daisy Jones…
The 411 in the 616: A Fresh Start
I feel like this is the first official week of the new year for me. With Covid and quarantine it’s been a rough start to 2022, but it’s never too late for a fresh start. I’m kicking off this week…
The Weekend Guide: Vol. 69
Hello friends! I’m laying low this weekend after testing positive for COVID this week…I’m doing ok, but definitely need some rest. Thank you for your uplifting messages and notes on Instagram. I’ve been keeping myself busy by reading, re-watching Emily…
Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Ok, if you love coffee and chocolate this recipe is for you. I combined my two favorite things and made these espresso chocolate chip cookies. This is a fun and easy recipe for a twist on classic chocolate chip cookies….
My Current Favorites – January 2022
I’m back with a new current favorites post! Below are some items that I recently purchased or received as a Christmas gift. These are the items I’m loving this month and I really think you’ll like them as well. Scroll…
The 411 in the 616: Cheers to the New Year
Happy New Year friends! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. I took some much needed time off from the blog and social media, and let me tell you it was definitely needed. It was refreshing to take a…
10 Experience Gifts for Friends & Family in Grand Rapids
Christmas is just days away! If you still need some last minute gift ideas this blog post is for you. One of my favorite gifts to give friends and family during the holiday season are “experience gifts.” Whether it’s tickets…
Holiday Outfit Ideas
With Christmas and NYE right around the corner I’m putting together some holiday outfits to add a little sparkle to your step. Even if I’m just home for NYE with Cory I still love dressing up and making the night…
The GR Guide Book Club – December 2021
Happy December! In case you missed it, we discussed the November book club pick on IG Live this week. You can still watch our discussion or send me comments with your reactions to “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue.” Kelli…
The 411 in the 616: Countdown to Christmas
Hi friends! The countdown to Christmas is officially on. If you’re still doing your holiday shopping I posted some favorite local finds in my Instagram stories today. On another note we had a great weekend cheering on Michigan, and congrats…
The Weekend Guide: Vol. 68
Cheers to the weekend! I’m so excited for a low-key weekend at home with Cory and Wrigley. We’ll be watching plenty of Christmas movies, and we’re making our favorite shrimp risotto tonight. What are your plans for the weekend? Scroll…
The 411 in the 616: Walking in a Winter Wonderland
I can’t believe how much snow we got last night! We took Wrigley for a walk and it was definitely like walking in a winter wonderland. I’m sorry I’ve been a little MIA from the blog and my email newsletter….
