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stay cool at these incredible spots perfect for a texas staycation
One of my favorite things about the Texas summer heat is escaping it. And you don't have to go all the way to Colorado to do it. Throughout the last couple of months, I have dedicated my weekends and holidays to exploring the oasis in the desert. aka. hotels that are as cool in design as they are in the water...
introducing me&m3
When a Texas boy with a spirit for adventure, a love for great hats, and an addiction to craft coffee meets a California girl who has an affinity for confetti, an obsession with great stories and a desire to see the world, something unique happens. Some call it love… we call it Swellington. This is us, and this is our wedding website. We’re glad you could join us...
the beauty of being still
Oh how I wish I could remember the last time I didn't have anything in my To-Do list queue. It seems like it has been years since my planner wasn't chalked full of appointments, meetings, days at the office, and hours in the classroom. Don't get me wrong, a life full of new experiences, challenging opportunities and full schedules is exciting...
the new miss usa
Last week as I sat on the couch watching the Miss USA Pageant, I couldn’t help but let my insecurities get the best of me. Naturally, comparison flooded my mind and I thought about how these 52 women are more “perfect” than I would ever be...
orlando: there is a solution
It is with a heavy heart that I begin this week. The shooting in Florida on Saturday evening, though most horrific, was just another day. It was just another man who robbed too many people of their most precious life. It was just another group of people who were killed suddenly, and without justification...
a letter to the soon-to-be high school graduate
Dear High School Graduate to be,
I know your days left in high school are numbered, so I wanted to share some advice based off of what I remember about my last couple of weeks. They’re a blast, filled with many lasts and even many firsts. They can get pretty busy though, so don’t forget to stop for a second and appreciate it all.
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