From their photographer, Robert Godridge Photography: Kiaja and Mike had a gorgeous wedding day at the Different Pointe Of View which is inside Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort. It is nestled high up in the northern Phoenix mountain range with an absolutely stunning view of downtown phoenix. The day they have been waiting for over […]
New Year’s Eve Cocktail Ideas
Cranberry Sparkler (non-alcoholic) Recipe & photo courtesy of Martha Stewart. Ingredients 1 1/2 ounces of Blackberry Puree 2 ounces of white cranberry juice 2 to 3 ounces sparkling water 1 sprig mint, for garnish Ingredients for Blackberry Puree 1 pint Blackberry Puree Directions for Blackberry Puree Place blackberries in the bowl of a food processor; […]
Applesauce Crumb Cake with Cinnamon
Want to make something simple for Christmas? Why not try Applesauce Crumb Cake with Cinnamon courtesy of my new favorite blog Gulten-Free Goddess. Cooking gluten free can be easy and simple, its really all about finding the prefect ingredients and doing your research. I’ve had a lot of fun recently learning all about the gluten […]
Real Idaho Engagement: Jamie & Ron
Don’t you love the Idaho sunset… It really is something special! Photography: Nack Photography Tweet
DIY: Last Minute Holiday Beauty Gifts
If you are still looking for last-minute gift ideas and don’t want to go the gift card route then you are in luck! After a quick stop at the craft store this weekend I ended up doing a little research and came across Self.com’s DIY Beauty Gifts. I was so excited to see them this […]
Sponsored Post: Spend $50 & Get $25 in Dot Dollars!
In December, it pays to shop with Stella & Dot! For every $50 you spend you will earn $25 in Dot Dollars to redeem for yourself in the new year. This is a great way to get gifts for friends and family while also shopping for yourself. You can apply the $25 Dot Dollars for […]
Real Wedding: Kathryn & Francis
From the bride: Our wedding day was loving, sincere, and so us! One of my favorite parts of the wedding day was the first look photo session with our photographers. I loved having some quiet moments away from everyone to just be together and process all that was happening! It was very emotional to see […]
Real Engagement: Rebecca & Kenneth
From their photographer, Jamie: Rebecca and Kenneth met at church while serving on the worship team. Kenneth plays the guitar and Rebecca plays piano — and their individual servant hearts caught the other’s eye. Kenneth writes he met Rebecca during one of hardest, “desert” times of his life — and the “angel” he met is becoming […]
ShoeDazzle BOGO Event
Give the gift of style! Don’t miss your chance to stock up on great gifts this holiday season from ShoeDazzle, during their buy two for the price of one event! This offer is only valid for a limited time and on select styles, so shop now before this deal is gone! As a ShoeDazzle customer, […]
Real Colorado Wedding: Katie & Jake
Our dads grew up on the same block and spent many summers running around the neighborhood together. Later my dad became friends with Jake’s mom as well and they would hang out together during high school. Our parents went separate ways for college and lost touch for a while before reconnecting back in Peoria during a visit. […]
Tungsten World “Nitro” Wedding Band
Tungsten World has been retailing the best in durable men’s wedding bands online for over five years. They have a huge selection of designer quality tungsten wedding rings and cobalt chrome wedding bands in a wide array of widths and sizes which has made www.tungstenworld.com the go to site for men’s and women’s wedding bands. […]
Book Review: Pure Vanilla
I’m in love… with Pure Vanilla! This new cookbook will educate you with a complete history of vanilla from orchid to extract and celebrate vanilla’s unique taste with a stunning array of recipes, from cakes and cookies to custards and creams. There are over 80 recipes with dozens of mouthwatering photos that will get you […]
Real Engagement: Olivia & Edward
We first met in 1998, when Ed’s sister, my friend, Selaina, introduced us. We’ve kept in touch randomly as friends through the years. We’re both a little bit shy, so with a little push from Selaina, we began dating May 2011. Ed proposed Saturday, April 22, 2012 at Albertson Park. I knew he was going […]



































