Anne Tyler + Lincoln Park Conservatory

Just, you know, tryna be Karlie Kloss....

Most of this shoot was me saying things like, "Okay, flip your hair back and forth." or "Pretend like you're laughing." or "Bounce back and forth like Karlie Kloss." I'm definitely not a pro at giving posing tips, but I'd say it turned out pretty well.

P.S. If anyone ever wants to do a photo shoot in a greenhouse or conservatory, I'd totally be down for that.

Nice to see you, Autumn

Last weekend, we took a trip out to Estes Park for the day. It was beautiful and marvelous, the trees were turning yellow, the air was crisp and cold, I wore a comfy sweater and boots, and it just felt like fall. I would definitely recommend going up to Estes if you ever get the chance.

If you want to see more, I put together a little video that you can watch here.

Have a lovely day!!

Currently Loving...

Soft waves because they always look good

These Kate Spade shoes (someone buy them for me, please)

Neck scarves for the chilly fall weather that's coming soon

Painted tea cups... Let's be honest, though. When have I not loved a good tea cup?

Every girl should own a good pair of sparkly earrings

All things striped, because you can never own too many striped items

This perfume that seriously smells like all things fresh and sweet and just yes

Pretty white flowers to brighten up a space


What have you been loving lately??


**All images from Pinterest

Life lately

Hey everyone! I just wanted to post a little update on here today, because a lot has changed for me over the past couple of months.

First of all, I've moved! That's right, I'm not living on that pretty little continent called Africa anymore. I've relocated to Colorado for the next several months. My Aunt, Uncle, and Cousins graciously offered to let me live with them for a while (actually it might have been more of a "Ooh! You guys are in Colorado! Can I come live with you??" sort of thing, but who cares, right?), and I couldn't be more excited about it. Bring on fall and winter and all of the yummy smells and food and seasonal things. I'll be right here waiting.

So anyways, I'm going to spend the next little bit hangin' with my super cool fam, working (please hire me-- seriously though. If you want to book a photo shoot my camera is along for the ride, and I'd be more than happy to take some pictures for you), applying for colleges and scholarships, and also deciding where I even want to go--but let's not talk about that bit right now, mmkay?

I'm sad to be away from my parents and siblings, but I'm so so excited for all of the new adventures that are in store, and I can't wait to share them with you all through this lil' old blog, so stick around!

Anaiah

Yay! More pictures! I'm always more that happy for any chance to pull out my camera, and this little mini shoot in Nashville was no exception. Also, how gorgeous are those pink flowers in the first two pictures?? I'm in LOVE with them.

Quotable

Caroline // 2017 Senior

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Milkshakes

 

Milkshake:

• 1 1/4 c. Milk
• 4 c. Vanilla Ice Cream
• 1 c. Cookie Dough (see below)
• 1/2 c. Chocolate Chips

Cookie Dough: (or use your favorite cookie dough recipe sans eggs)

• 3/4 c. Butter
• 1 1/4 c. Brown Sugar
• 1/4 c. Granulated Sugar
• 1/4 c. Milk
• 1 1/2 tsp. Vanilla Extract
• 2 c. + 2 T. Flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt

Directions: 

• Start by making your cookie dough. Combine the shortening with the sugars and salt and mix in your stand mixer. Then mix in your milk and vanilla, and then slowly add the flour. Once combined, if too dry, add in 2 Tbsp of water, 1 Tbsp at a time.
• Next, add your cookie dough (minus chocolate chips) to the rims of your glasses and then immediately roll in chocolate chips and place in the freezer to harden. (This step is optional, it just makes them look really cool)
• Next, make your milkshake. Combine milk, ice cream, 1 cup of cookie dough, and ½ cup of chocolate chips in your blender and blend.
• Pour milkshake into each glass, and enjoy!

*Recipe from Salty Canary.*

Amelia Grace // 2017 Senior

For those of you who don't know, I have my own Photography Business. (shameless plug right there) Anyways, earlier this summer, I got to do some senior portraits for a few of my friends, and it was so much fun. Seriously. Anytime you combine gardens, flower crowns, gorgeous light, and gorgeous friends, it makes for a wonderful afternoon.


P.S. If you ever want to book a session with me, just click on the little 'contact' box up at the top of the page, and shoot me an email.

xxx

Adventures in Butare

We spent the last couple of days in a town called Butare (or Huye) in the southern part of Rwanda. It was one of the places that I wanted to visit before I leave, and it didn't disappoint.

Our first stop was a pottery store that is known for it's gorgeous blue pottery. We picked up a few bits and pieces (because who can resist buying a cute mug?), and also got a tour.

We also visited the largest cathedral in Rwanda. And lemme tell you -- It was HUGE. The whole thing is made almost completely out of bricks, and the architecture was just amazing.

We packed a lot into the few days that we were there. Aside from the pottery and the cathedral we visited the local market, ate lots of good food (Chinese food, ice cream, and smoothies anyone? haha), and visited an ethnographic museum that was very interesting. It basically detailed the geography, past culture, past customs, and history of Rwanda. 

All in all it was a really fun trip, and I would totally recommend it to anyone who is planning on visiting Rwanda for an extended amount of time.