If you've spent any amount of time on social media lately, you've probably seen the homemaking routines that seem to have it all figured out. The spotless kitchens. The color-coded schedules. The endless lists of daily tasks. The truth is, that's not my life right now. I'm in the thick of motherhood with a one-year-old, … Continue reading Daily Habits for a Balanced Home Life
After a few years away, I’m sharing a life update and the new direction for Dishing Up Chic. From marriage to motherhood, here’s how this blog is evolving into a space for simple meals, gentle homemaking, and cozy family living.
Throughout the year, everyone has their own set of traditions. My favorite season for traditions is the holiday season. There are so many ways to celebrate the holidays, and so many chances to get together with family, my favorite. As I get older, I look back at all of the things I’ve done with my … Continue reading Holiday Traditions
Now that's officially December, I'm super excited to get into the holiday spirit. To be honest, I decorated a lot earlier this year than I normally do. I must admit, it is true what they say about decorating earlier bringing joy. I love lighting my favorite winter candle (Marshmallow Fireside from BBW), turning on my … Continue reading Spreading Holiday Cheer – Blog Roundup
Living in a small apartment, I don't have the best closet space. Currently, I share my bedroom closet with my boyfriend, and by share I mean I take up most of the closet, and I give him a small corner in the back. Regardless, I don't have enough room to keep both my spring/summer clothes … Continue reading Change of Season Closet Tips
Isn't there something so cozy and romantic about the holidays and winter? Get me a bottle of wine, a fuzzy blanket, and rent a movie and you have one of my favorite date-night-ins. Here are some more winter activities I am looking forward to trying this season: Go ice skating. Take a drive and see … Continue reading 25 Date Ideas to Try This Winter
Let's face it we all those weeks where Sunday rolls around and the anxiety of a new week sets in. I recently had a Sunday like this and here the steps I took to calm down and prepare for the long week ahead. Power down the electronics early. I try my best to stop looking at … Continue reading Self-Care for Beating the Sunday Scaries
I recently found myself in a bit of a dilemma, I could not figure out what to pack my boyfriend for lunch. He doesn't have a place to warm up food because his job is on the road. I, on the other hand, work in an office where I can bring whatever I want. Usually, … Continue reading Spicy Pasta Salad
I don't know about you, but I am looking forward to Fall and cooler weather. There are so many fun and cheap activities to do in the Fall. The greatest thing about these activities is you can do them with your significant other, friends, family or all of the above! Everyone is bound to have … Continue reading 25 Cheap Dates to Try This Fall
I don’t know about you but the winter season drains my spirits. I lack motivation, confidence and my mood is often lackluster. It’s so easy to get down in the dumps when the temperature is cold, and the weather is crappy. All I want to do is stay indoors and veg but, that doesn’t seem … Continue reading Tips for beating the winter blues
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