carynhewlett
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Autumn Bucket List
Happy Autumn! The first day of Fall is here, and that always gets me in the mood for crisp morning walks, warm beverages, cozy sweaters, and nostalgic movies. The days are getting shorter, but that doesn’t mean we have to spend all of our evenings indoors and without the joys of nature! I have compiled… Continue reading
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Living Room Update {Autumn 2018}
September 1st always feels like the beginning of Autumn to me, and it seems every year as September rolls around, so does my wish to de-clutter, reorganize, and start anew. Last year around this time; I refreshed our living room by purchasing this giant arched mirror from Kirkland’s – which a year later, I’m still… Continue reading
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Chai Chocolate Chip Cookies {Recipe}
Chai Chocolate Chip Cookies As September begins, so does the unofficial beginning of Autumn. While Fall doesn’t technically begin until the 23rd, I am relishing in the foggy, chilly weather we’re having outside. I’ve been bringing out old sweaters and scarves, doing a little bit of back-to-school shopping (does it still count if I work… Continue reading
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Welcome September
Hello, Autumn, we meet at last. I’ve been waiting for you. I am an Autumn baby, so this time of year has always been dear to my heart. It starts to get chilly and foggy, but you can still go out for a stroll and sip on a mug of hot cocoa or chai tea.… Continue reading
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Engagement Photo Sneak Peek!
Ed Pulella Photography Last weekend, Andrew and I had our engagement photos taken by our fun and amazing photographer, Ed Pulella. He is based in Southern California, but he is from Italy originally, so it was fun to show him around a new part of California – the central coast. We started off the day… Continue reading
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Cacio e Pepe {Recipe}
Who doesn’t love macaroni and cheese? I certainly do, and this spin on a classic will leave a smile on your face and your belly feeling full. This is a wonderful easy recipe that will make everyone at the table happy. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal or for entertaining, this cacio e pepe recipe… Continue reading
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Champagne + Wedding Daydreams
Hello all! It’s been a few weeks since I’ve posted, because it’s been quite a busy two weeks – we traveled up to wine country for a birthday in the family, and last weekend I had the privilege of being my best friend’s maid of honor for her wedding. So eventful and busy, but we… Continue reading
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Sustainable Picks {Friday Five}
Hello everyone and happy July! Today is the 5th, and it’s Friday, so I’m going to take this opportunity to share some products I love in honor of Plastic Free July! If you haven’t heard or don’t know about the zero waste/ sustainable movement, here’s the lowdown: we’re a group of people who are making… Continue reading
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Summer Sunshine {Solstice}
Last Thursday, for the Summer Solstice, I wore bright yellow and florals and after work, we headed to the beach! We brought dinner there, ate overlooking the ocean, dipped our toes in the freezing cold water, and walked in the sand and visited our jetty, where we touched the lighthouse for good luck! It was… Continue reading
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Journaling + Gratitude
Hello there, everybody! I hope you’re having a magnificent week. I hope that you’re enjoying your life, and really looking around to acknowledge all of the wonderful things that are happening: to you, around you, to people around the world. Sometimes, I feel that with all the craziness of the world, and the stressors of… Continue reading
About Me
Living in coastal Santa Cruz, California. Exploring the world, one step at a time.
caryn hewlett 