Let’s be honest, the true MVP of the weekend was the sun. Am I right? Sunday’s sunshine was so needed after the endless gray days of winter here in Michigan. I hope you truly enjoyed it and had fun watching…
6 Easy Ways to Have a Better Morning
Are you a morning person? I have to admit I’m more of a morning person than a night owl. I’m sharing some easy ways to have a better start to your day with these six tips. Trust me sometimes it’s…
Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner (February 14 to be exact)! Which means it’s time to start planning your date night and make a reservation ASAP. If you need some Valentine’s Day date ideas for where to go for…
The 411 in the 616: 53 Days Till Spring
Guys, can you believe we only have 53 days till spring?! If that doesn’t make your Monday a little brighter I don’t know what will. Soon enough we’ll say goodbye to snow and ice, and hello to sun and green…
The Weekend Guide: Vol. 19
Hello Friday! Who’s ready for the weekend? Cory’s been in Florida all week for work so I’m excited for a date night tonight. I’m surprising Cory with where we’re going for dinner, so follow along on Instagram to see where…
My Favorite Seafood Dishes in Grand Rapids
Most of you know I’ve been a pescatarian for over 10 years. This means I eat a plant-based diet, but I also eat fish. I’m not vegan (I still eat eggs and cheese), but I don’t eat any meat products…
Renovating Our Kitchen: The Before
In case you missed it on Instagram we’re renovating our kitchen (and dining room)! Cory and I are SO excited to cook and entertain in a new kitchen next month. I wanted to share more about why we’re doing this…
The 411 in the 616: Winter Snow Globe
Cheers to a new week! Yesterday felt like we were living in a winter snow globe here in Grand Rapids with all the snow we got. Thankfully it seems like we’ll have a break from any more snow until later…
The Weekend Guide: Vol. 18
Hello Friday! The sun is shining and the weekend is almost officially here. Life is good friends. We’re planning for a low-key weekend doing dinner with friends tonight at Bowdie’s in East Grand Rapids and catching up on some stuff…
A Recipe for Banana Carrot Muffins
I’m finally sharing this recipe for banana carrot muffins! You guys know how much we love banana bread in our house (lets not forget about this recipe for Greek Yogurt Banana Bread). Instead of making the classic recipe I decided…
The 411 in the 616: Motivational Monday
Happy Monday friends! So much for that ice/winter storm that was supposed to be terrible Saturday and Sunday…We stayed in all day Saturday because of the warnings issued, and honestly I’m not mad about it. I got some work done…
7 Winter Date Night Ideas in Grand Rapids
If you aren’t a fan of winter, join the club. Don’t get me wrong having all four seasons in Michigan is great, but I honestly would take summer all year long. I love warm weather and motivating myself to get…
