A few weeks ago I won a giveaway put on by some super talented women. I was fortunate enough to get my hair done, makeup done, and pictures taken. There was something soo cool about a bunch of women getting together and creating something. I loved the female power. These girls were the absolutely sweetest and made me feel so beautiful. It was craziness having hair and makeup stuff all around my kitchen; it honestly felt like my wedding day. I was way too spoiled. Something that was pretty cool was that these women are in the beginning of their businesses. Each girl had been doing their trade for less than 2 years. And honestly you could barely even tell. The talent and confidence was unreal. 

We headed down to Eagle Park Campground and had an absolute blast. The area was so luscious and diverse. I was in nature heaven. We got to dip our feet in the river, adventure down dirt roads, and play in a wheat field. It was the best time ever.

Special thanks to all the women who made this possible & My Rosella Boutique for lending me this stunning dress!!

xo, Carly

hair: https://www.instagram.com/petitecoiffeuse/

makeup: https://www.instagram.com/beauty.crystal.clear/

photography: https://www.instagram.com/ksullivanphotography/

dress: https://www.instagram.com/myrosellaboutique/

24. Every year, I always feel that I am way older than I am haha. This year I've really accomplished so much and for the first time I feel like a grown woman. Its been a year of the highest highs and the lowest lows. I graduated college which was huge for me. There were so many nights I broke down in tears to Taylor telling him I didn't know if I could do it. It was so exhausting coming home from work, taking care of Harper and then starting my homework at 10 at night. I really felt like I was living in survivor mode. I pushed myself the farthest emotionally and physically I ever had. Walking across that stage at graduation meant so much to me. This year I really didn't have time o take care of myself. That is definitely a goal this year. To spend some time doing what I love and becoming who I want to be. I want my life to be filled with more moments of laughter, happiness, adventure, long talks, close friendships, and precious moments. I want more moments with God, with Taylor, with Harper. Those really are the most important things to me. 

Also big shout out to Taylor for fulfilling my only birthday wish: hang out in a flower field. 

THIS IS MY HAPPY PLACE.

xoxo, Carly

We added the perfect new additions to our home this weekend. A desk & entry table. Taylor and I both agree they make our home feel finished and inviting. These two pieces will be with us for years to come. We lucked out and snagged these on the Facebook Marketplace for a killer deal. Taylor has been wanting a desk for about 3 semesters now & I finally decided to pull the trigger and surprise him with one this weekend. I am so happy he loves it as much as I do. I love surprising him with little gifts while he is away. Its a little tradition we have with each other. In other news: We also added 5 new plants to our family. Pray that we don't kill them all. 

xo carly 

I am cracking up, because I honestly don't look that blonde in these pictures. When I first saw it, it felt like a huge change. I haven't gotten my hair bleached this much in probably 8 years. It felt good to lighten it up & get back into the blonde game again. I was born blonde and pretty much maintained that color until high school. There, I experimented with every color out there: light blonde, black, chocolate brown, red, dirty blonde. I decided to call it quits around 2011 and let my natural color come through. Man it was wayyy darker than I thought it would be. After having Harper, it basically got 3 shades darker. The darker it got, the less like myself I felt. I am so happy to have light hair again and just feel like me! Plus a fresh cut can't ever do you wrong. I'm loving short hair & I don't think I'll ever grow it out again. Not sure what my next hair color will be. Lighter, darker? I'm thinking maybe 6 months from now to go lighter. Comment down below what you think. Also if I had it my way, I'd dye my hair pink. Taylor told me he'd disown me though soo... I might have to hold off until he owes me a favor ;) 

xo, Carly