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Welcome friend! Grab a cup of coffee and stay a while if you want! I hope you find some sweet love stories and images that make you excited for your day, some helpful wedding planning tips, or a new lifestyle hack you can't wait to try! I love sharing anything I find that I think could help you or make your life a little easier :) I hope I can just do that with this little space on the internet!

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My favorite tried and true locations for engagement sessions in Cleveland if you have no clue where to go!

Engagement Session Locations

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One of the most frequently asked questions I get from couples is, “what are some reasons to do a first look?” and “should I do a first look?”. And it’s a great question for sure! Maybe you’ve always dreamed of something more traditional. Walking down the aisle and your groom seems you for the first […]

3 Reasons To Do A First Look

Wedding Planning

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Lifestyle

It’s 2021 and what better time to brighten up your home than the start of a fresh new year! Especially after 2020! If you’ve taken down your Christmas decorations and you’re feeling that post Christmas slump, this post is just for you! Some of my friends will be keeping their Christmas decorations up till February […]

7 Ways To Brighten Up Your Home

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There is not a whole lot more beautiful than a Cleveland Ohio barn wedding in the Fall. Mara and Dylan were one of the couples affected by COVID and not only had to postpone their wedding, but find a new wedding venue as their original venue was closed for the rest of the year. I […]

Cleveland OH Barn Wedding

Weddings

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Engagements

There is really nothing quite like a Squire’s Castle Engagement Session in the Fall. The leaves are changing, the trees are gorgeous, and of course, you get a castle as your backdrop. Let’s be honest, you can’t really go wrong with engagement photos at a castle, right? Squire’s Castle is one of my absolute favorite […]

Squire’s Castle Engagement Session

15 and under gifts

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Sharing some of my favorite $15 and under gifts for stocking stuffers, gift exchanges, or if you’re just on a budget this year! It’s that time of year again! Our inboxes are flooded with all the deals, we’re making a list and checking it twice, and things are getting a little crazy. Today, I rounded […]

$15 And Under Gifts | Holiday Guide

Lifestyle

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Lifestyle

I’m sharing my favorite tips for a better morning because honestly? I hate waking up early in the morning. But once I’m up, awake, and ready, I LOVE the excitement of a new day, and a fresh morning to get things done. Something that has really changed how my day goes is starting off my […]

Tips For A Better Morning

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If you’re looking for some of the best locations for your Cleveland engagement session, here is a roundup of some of my favorites! Be sure to snag my FREE engagement location styled guide that includes different locations depending on what style you are going for with your sessions!

Best Cleveland Engagement Session Locations

Wedding Planning

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Engagements

I get it, adding another thing to your wedding to-do list? No thanks! Especially if it’s something you have to drag your fiancé to for an hour with an engagement photographer. Most guys aren’t dying to pose in front of a camera for an hour. I completely understand! All that said, I do think there are so many great benefits to having an engagement session. So if you’re one the fence about taking engagement photos, I hope this helps you gain some clarity on what some of the benefits of getting engagement photos taken are!

5 Reasons To Take Engagement Photos

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Sam and Natalie are two of the sweetest humans you will ever meet! They’re a couple that makes me feel lucky to get to be doing this! You can just tell how much they love each other, and when you’re around them you can’t help but feel ALL the feels. Check out their Acacia Reservation engagement session!

Acacia Reservation Metroparks | Engagement

Engagements

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Lifestyle

Let’s talk about that wellness industry buzzword that, let’s be honest, we’ve probably heard too many times to count: self-care. It’s been all the rage for the past few years, and it’s no secret that social media has curated some unrealistic expectations for what this should look like. We’ve seen the exotic trips, green juices, fancy spa days, the insane yoga poses – and while I’m sure these things were created with the intent to inspire us to want more for ourselves, the sad truth is that a lot of times, these same things create insecurities and self-doubt. We compare ourselves to that stranger’s life on social media intentionally or unintentionally and think we’re doing it all wrong. Here are 3 simple ways to practice self care every day!

3 Easy Ways To Practice Self-Care Everyday