Happy Wednesday!I know I set out a schedule a few weeks ago but life has been crazy. But just know I'm trying! Today's post will be an update on my PCOS and a fun video of our trip to Tucson… Read More

eyelash extensions: what flavor gum is she chewing? it smells so good.is this song number 4 or 6?was that my stomach? how mortifying. i knew i should've eaten before. cinnamon. that g… Read More

Well hello dolls!First let’s debunk the abbreviations:POS: Piece of $#!* PCOS: Polycystic Ovary SyndromBF: B!$@# Fit. (have you not watched white chicks?)I ran a random poll on my… Read More

I haven't done a personal post in sometime!My focus has been: Wedding Wedding Wedding.But I was inspired by a you-tube video to do this post.It'll be light and a little bit funny.I was going… Read More

how to: This Easter I will be putting together an Easter breakfast for my family!I saw this quick DIY on pinterest and made it my own. I used an old flower vase and decorat… Read More

your photographer. budget:It’s so hard to know what a good price is when it comes to anything Wedding related. Thankfully there are websites like WeddingWire and WeddingBee where you… Read More

what to wear. Hello Dolls!Today's post is going to be all about an engagement photo shoot. The first portion will be: What To Wear. I started shopping a month before our engagement photo sh… Read More

Hello Dolls and Happy Sunday!I hope you guys all had a wonderful weekend!My weekend was pretty jam packed, but relaxing at the same time.Connor and I have our engagement shoot (eeeek) tomorr… Read More

Face mask: Vichy: Pore Purifying Clay Mask: $20I purchased this about a month ago and I am obsessed. I use it Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. I add it in to my night routine pre-s… Read More

the before + after storage. where to find. SIGNS: this girls run on lattes and big dreams: rossset of lips canvas: kirklandsi love shoes more than… Read More

Welcome back to the Prom Fails of Valerie Ann (me!).Keep reading to find out if I finally made it to prom...Year: SeniorValerie Description: Same as Junior ValerieRelationship: As in love as… Read More

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Welcome Back!Let's dive into story number two!This story is much shorter and probably a little more embarrassing than the last.But enjoy !Year: JuniorValerie Description: More make-up… Read More

My goal of this post is to make you laugh and to remind you that no matter how bad a situation is in high-school it does pass and you do eventually laugh at your embarrassing/sad moments.So… Read More

Good Morning Love Bugs!Today's post will be showing you some of the fun decor in our kitchen, entrance hall way, and our work place! Enjoy! Entrance Hallway: Coffee… Read More

Hello Loves!Welcome to day one of my Valentine's Day Series!You guys have 13 days to figure out what you're going to do/buy this Valentine's Day. I know it's hallmark holiday but i… Read More

Facebook is flooded with wedding and engagement posts lately. It's not just my friends, either. It's The Huffington Post and Elite Daily telling us what is acceptable, what is normal, w… Read More

I just saw that last night's episode had 7.4 million viewers!So, if you are one of those viewers skip to the part that says "Fantasy Bachelor" and that will give you Connor and I's results f… Read More

**Apologies, as a result of my "weekend" room project during into us running out of paint, having doctor appointments, and working I lost my laptop and was not able to relocate it until last… Read More

Valentine's Day is right around the corner!I will be doing a series for Valentine's Day! Top Valentine's Day Dates What do we really want for Valentine's DayDIY Gifts (boys + girls + friends… Read More

all 22 contestants & our fantasy "board" (which doubles as a dinning room window) my team:… Read More

I hope you guys all had an amazing holiday season!And I hope the beginning of your new year has had a good start. I know you guys are all strong enough to conquer your new year's resolutions… Read More

Christmas is right around the corner and I know a lot of you are heading out of town to spend the holiday with family. So for those that aren't staying at home, here is a few of my musts for… Read More

There is a total of four of us in my immediate family.Over the years we've had big Christmas' with extended family and friends and small ones with just the four of us and medium sized ones w… Read More

Want to feel like your in a romantic Christmas movie?Find your nearest outdoor ice skating rink!Unless you're as uncoordinated as me, then… Read More

7 months ago I was sitting by the beach on a picnic blanket sipping on wine out of a red-solo cup waiting for my-then boyfriend to come back from the restroom. A few moments later and we wer… Read More

Cost: $0Grab your family/friends/significant other and head out to the Loop of Lights. The total loop is about 22 minutes depending how long you decide to sit at the main house watching the… Read More

Happy Holidays!I hope everyone is having a stress free holiday season!I know with all the holiday chaos, shopping, traffic, and all… Read More

DIY's! It's secret santa time at work again? And you picked someone from a completely different department that you don't… Read More

Good morning Dolls!Thanksgiving is tomorrow and you were just informed you are in charge of dessert? Don't fret. I've picked 3… Read More

This thanksgiving I will be making 2 desserts and 1 appetizer. I made them last year and they were all a hit! My appetizer will… Read More

I've been sitting on these Red Hunter Boots since my birthday and it hasn't rained one bit. So when I woke up this morning to dark cloud… Read More

Nov. 18 2016 Nov. 19 2016 Connor and I have been jam packed busy every weekend since our engagement party… Read More

I mentioned in my previous post that I have been feeling down lately. And I thought I'd give a few things a try to get my morale up. My new goals:@ least 15-20 minute "me" time. That could b… Read More

How To: Make-Up Brush Cleaner Okay this craft was easy and painless! I saw it on Pinterest and decided to try it myself. The original craft was done on a clip board, but since S… Read More

I can't be the only girl who is scared of the "p" word.I'm sure I'm one of the few still scared of the "f" word.Let me clarify.I'm talking about pooping and farting when you're dating s… Read More

AlWe attended our first bridal expo this last Sunday which meant I got to bring out my wedding binder again and I realized I hadn't… Read More

My next thank-you goes to Minto/Urness family! I know it was a long drive down here, John and Amy but I am so happy… Read More

Tequila, Tacos, Family, Shots& Pictures, Oh My Read More

The FINAL Look: Connor's Outfit Inspo I like to keep things really simple!Foundation: Too Faced Born This WayBlush: Too Faced SweetheartsHighlight: Anas… Read More

Corona Center Piece Drink all at least 6 corona beers.Rinse out all of themFill half-way with water and color dye.Add in flowers of you… Read More

Meet the #Squad maid of honor alex-anne matron of honor brook nicole bridesmaid… Read More

We wanted to include my youngest cousin so we decided to ask him to be our junior groomsmen! We purchased Everything except the candy from Michael's! Links will be belo… Read More

I've been blessed (well cursed) with good handw… Read More

Our engagement dinner is right around the corner.In one day to be exact.And it's definitely sinking in that I really did find my partner for the rest of my life.October 15, 2016 we will be… Read More

One of the first proud moments our parents have of us is when we say our first word. It doesn’t matter if the word was mom or poo poo. As we start building our vocabulary an… Read More

These are my favorite! And I get to post them before I give them to our flower girl and ring bearer because they are too yo… Read More

I'm getting super excited to "propose" to my bridesmaids. I've picked up a few things and still have a little bit to… Read More

okay guys! I got brave this morning and let all my hair down! And I love it!!! Matte Lip Color is Gen Nude BAREminerals in "WINK"xo, Valerie Ann Read More

It's not what you think. I mean it's a little bit scary but mostly it's exciting and everything feels so REAL now.We have finally SET THE DATE. I can't say the date just yet, but I do want t… Read More

I have a clear memory of being in the 7th grade and deciding I needed a change (as if any 12 year old needs a change). I asked my mom to please take me to her hair lady so I… Read More

Here's a quick sneak peek to one of my engagement picture outfits that I have planned out! (p.s thank KG! i've been dying for red hunter boots for two years now!) Read More

I am officially 23 years old!22 was good to me, but I have an amazing feeling about 23.I am excited about 23.But I'm more excited to create my first bucket list.I want to complete it before… Read More

This is my first year playing and I'm so excited!! The first game of the season is tomorrow! And my line up is all set. I used Huddle to see who is injured, ranked higher, and projected to g… Read More

If you don't watch The Bachelor/The Bachelorette ; GOOD.I respect you and I envy you.Back when Season 20 (Ben's Season) I stumbled across a bunch of tweets.Bachelor Nation is crazy! But… Read More

Highschool graduation rolls around a lot faster than expected.. Well not really. Those were a long 12 years of waking up at 6am and being stuck in school until 3PM. If you were into sports o… Read More

I work in a small office so when a fellow co-worker is selling something we tend to support each other. We've had co-workers selling pizzas, cookies, tumblers, etc for their kid's school fun… Read More

Kristine Lily Druzy POP Ring in Rose Gold Druzy and Yellow Gold $48 Kendra Scott Danielle Earrings in Rose Quartz $65 House of H… Read More

I've been shopping for jewelry in my mom's closet for three years now. I saw this ad on Pinterest and decided to give it a shot! If you click on the picture above it'll take you straigh… Read More

I am not a big fan of planning a day to go shopping. I'm obsessed with online shopping. Who wouldn't be? It's like Christmas Day when your package arrives!! So this paycheck I limited myself… Read More

As if the proposal wasn't sweet enough, my fiancé's side of it is even sweeter. I'm posting this as my eyes are filled with tears. I still can't believe he's mine forever. Hope you g… Read More

I made a FEW changes. I used Rasberry Vinegrette instead of what was recommended. I also added walnuts & strawberries.Rating: *in… Read More

Happy National Watermelon Day! Today I will be trying a recipes that I found on pinterest, I will post the pinterest version vs my own! Watermelon Feta Salad x Chef Savvy Pinterest… Read More

My top is proof of my obsession with maternity tops from Target. I love how comfortable they are and the hobo chic-ne… Read More

Kourtsey of Karla's Kloset 💋when in doubt, raid your mom's closet Read More

fi·an·céˌfēˌänˈsā,fēˈänsā/ nounnoun: fiancé; plural noun: fi… Read More

BP: Stripe Ruffle Hem ShirtI actually saw this top on one of my favorite blogger's instagram account (@briebemis). She has her account lin… Read More

This is going to be my first series of blogs.I was a size 00 all through out highschool and for a while after I graduated. I just recently began wearing a size 1-2 and man oh man was I depre… Read More

Karlapronunciation: KAR-luhorigin: Juarez, Mexicodefinition: mom/bestfriend/heroI believe in soulmates. Make fun of me all you want. It's a belief that gets me through my daily routine. My… Read More

Proposalpronunciation: pro·pos·al / prəˈpōzəl/origin: Waikiki Beach. Oahu, Hawaiidefinition: an offer of marriage.date: may 15, 2016 Connor and I met back… Read More