It seems like everyone and their brother knows something about wedding planning these days.  There’s a list of people a mile long claiming to coordinate weddings and have similar such hobbies.  But for some people, it’s just that – a hobby. There’s nothing wrong with this hobby.  In fact, planning and decorating is something many […]

It’s Gretta’s birthday today (can you believe she’s 2 already!? Flashback to her 1st birthday here) and I’m busy making cake, wrapping a quick present and packing to head out of town for the Thanksgiving holiday but in the midst of it all I’m going to totally be cheesy and cliché here and share a […]

Photo by Hetler Photography Yesterday I posted a little tidbit on my Facebook page about my love for ribbons.  When it comes to ribbon on a bouquet for me it’s simple (kind of), the more the merrier and the longer the better.  I spend just as much time picking the perfect accent colors, textures and […]

I Photo by Hetler Photography I am to be a bridesmaid in an upcoming wedding.  While I’ve been a bridesmaid several other times, this is the first time that I’ve ever been asked to shop and purchase a legitimate “bridesmaids” dress, which is proving to be a bit more daunting than anticipated.  Previously, I had […]

Spring brings a magical time when blooms are all about.  I love finding excuses to drive by the orchards in all their flowering glory.  The cherry orchards might just be my favorite as they remind me of my childhood trips to Grandma’s house but just about any flowering tree will bring a smile my my […]

Yesterday I returned home from Philosophy Flowers workshop.  First off, let me just say that Kelly Perry herself  is an absolutely enchanting and sweet soul with a huge passion and fabulous eye for floral.  Secondly, each and every other girl I met while there was just as delightful.  I was truly in flower heaven sitting […]

The definition of success has been on my mind a lot lately.  And to be honest, there are days I don’t feel very successful.  There are days that I struggle, need all the pep talks in the world and still can’t find my motivation because it seems like I might never be successful.  The future […]

Think back to the start of your last relationship.  When you met him, did you instantly feel sparks?  Where there butterflies in your tummy with just the whisper of his name and did you fall to sleep each night with memories of your last kiss warming your lips? Picture by Hetler Photography Remember just walking […]

Dreaming of warmer weather and some romance?  Ladies, I’ve teamed teamed up with some of Grand Rapids’ finest to make you feel amazing, pampered and pretty!  Introducing “The Romance Shoot”. Think whimsical romance, with soft colors and lots of texture in a gorgeous country landscape.  Helena DeYoung will enhance your beauty with awesome hair and […]

It occurred to me this morning that I have not left my house all week.  The last time I stepped out my front door was on Sunday, heading to church.  This cold winter weather has me all cooped up and I start going a little stir crazy.  If you’re like me, it’s this time of […]