Have you heard about the concept of hygge yet? When I first learned of it, I remember turning to my husband and saying, That's it! THAT'S the word for what I love so much! I felt like I finally had come across the exact way to describe what I strive for in my mentality and my home. It was refreshing and comforting to finally have a term for it! In case you're new to the idea of hygge (pronounced more like hue-gah or sometimes hoo-gah), it's a Danish/Scandinavian term that means a sense of … [Read more...]
Capturing the Light – A Wintry Afternoon
Hi friends! Waking up today to windchill temps of -30 degrees (yes, there's a negative in front of that 30...), I feel I can't share anything NOT winter related here on the blog! ;) Yesterday I was bringing some bags in from the car and needed to take a couple trips back and forth from the house (something I usually try to avoid!)...and I nearly froze my hands! I was honestly worried about legitimate frostbite for a couple minutes there! I eventually thawed them out a bit once I … [Read more...]
Capturing the Light
Focusing more on photography these last couple years has really changed the way I look at the world. I find I'm constantly watching for those perfectly sweet, simple, magical little moments -- and honestly, looking for those snapshots (whether I have a camera in hand right then or not!) has made everyday life so much more special! If I had to choose one specific thing I'm really trying to improve in, it's capturing light. I'm a bit obsessed with light at this point. :) Have you heard of … [Read more...]