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Apple Picking Fun on Sauvie Island

By on October 21, 2017

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I grew up on a cherry farmed turned apple farm but I haven’t picked apples in years. I asked my friend McKenzie to go apple picking with me this fall. We went to beautiful Douglas Farms on Sauvie Island, a U-pick farm with green and red apples. It was a ton of fun taking pictures, exploring the orchard, and picking some yummy apples.

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My Style

Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall

By on September 20, 2017

The seasons change so quickly here in the Pacific Northwest! I shot these photos a few weeks ago when it was 90 degrees out and now it’s 53 degrees and raining. Although I’m ready for fall weather, I wanted to say goodbye to summer with one last summer fashion post.

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Barcelona, Spain | Travel

Top 10 Things to Do in Barcelona, Spain

By on September 10, 2017

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Barcelona, the capitol of Spain’s Catalonia region, is known for art, architecture, and the fantastical Art Nouveau landmarks designed by the famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi. I had wanted to see these magnificent buildings for so long and I was lucky enough to get to share the experience with my little sister on our recent trip to Europe. I’ve put together my top ten things to do in Barcelona along with tips to help you make the most of your trip! Bonus; at the end of this post you will find a list of some of my favorite coffee shops, restaurants, and views in the city.

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Portland, Oregon, USA | Travel

10 Unique Stores in Portland

By on June 23, 2017

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One of my favorite things to do on weekends is to explore unique, local stores in Portland. I love to browse through these shops, gather design inspiration, and support local businesses. Many of these stores support other local artisans and makers and focus on sustainable and quality made products. You can be assured that anything you buy from these stores will be unique and one of a kind! If you are visiting Portland soon, this is a great list to refer to for some great shopping spots. A few of these stores even have online shops for those who aren’t near Portland!

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My Style

Favorite Summer Dresses

By on May 21, 2017

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Summer has finally arrived in the Pacific Northwest and I seriously could not be more thrilled! I am definitely a warm weather kind of gal. I was really excited to finally be able to whip out some of the summer dresses I bought months ago in anticipation of sunny days.

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