September Around The Web

September was all about weddings! Before all the festivities began we started the month with a Labor Day weekend boating at Turkey Hill and had dinner to celebrate Barbara’s birthday at Lake Winnebago. The next week Grace and I got our nails done before Laura and Ashton’s wedding weekend, Holiday Mart held our Pre-Con meeting, and then Dale and I packed and headed to LA to celebrate Matt and Caitlin. As soon as we were home Holiday Mart move-in and show week began! This month was a whirlwind and had some definite lows as well. Fall has arrived and I’m having a hard time wrapping my brain around the fact that there are just a few months left in 2021. Never have I had to try harder to embrace the season we are in!

  • Kate’s kitchen stopped me in my tracks. It’s so unique and refreshing and has me wanting to include a lot more color and quirk in my home.

  • Julia’s fall table also caught my eye! I love the beautiful florals and how the dishes stick within the same pink palette.

  • Krystal’s styling and photography are always so inspiring. These photos truly feel like Fall.

  • I’m not a huge baker, or chef for that matter, but I would love to try these pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies!

  • Living in a smaller home, I always enjoy others’ tips and tricks for how they best utilize their space, especially in the kitchen.

  • And on the opposite end of the spectrum, penthouse inspiration.

  • It’s soup season!

  • This burgundy color is going to be popular this year I think!

Let’s embrace The Season


Matt and Caitlin: The Rehearsal

Friday it was finally time for Matt and Caitlin’s rehearsal and dinner! Dale put the finishing touches on his speech and we had breakfast with our friend Andy before the noon rehearsal. The wedding took place at the stunning Montecito Club – we were all hoping the smoky/smoggy weather would lift before Saturday! After rehearsing Dale headed to golf with the guys and I took part in the wine tasting at the Margerum Tasting Room and drinks at the Test Pilot before the rehearsal dinner!

Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
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Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal
Letters Are Lovely | Matt and Caitlin's Rehearsal

Santa Barbara, CA

Thursday we drove from LA to Santa Barbara to finally kick off Matt and Caitlin’s wedding weekend! As soon as we arrived we stopped by The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. After seeing all the nature we met up with the guys at the pier for wine, ice cream, and lunch. That night we met my family who lives in SB at the Shoreline Cafe for dinner. It was great to catch up and after visiting with them Dale and I headed to our Airbnb to get some sleep before the wedding festivities.

Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara
Letters Are Lovely | Santa Barbara

LA Adventures Part Two

Wednesday we started our day with breakfast at Blu Jam Cafe before heading to Malibu for a hike with Perry and Emily! We chose to hike Eagle Rock in Topanga State Park which ended up being quite the challenge with the heat and getting off the path in the last half. The views were worth it, though! Afterward we rewarded ourselves with a beachside cheese board courtesy of Whole Foods. My favorite part of the day was walking along Matador Beach and in some of the sea caves. I’m so grateful we got to see so many of our friends in LA, next up Santa Barbara!

Letters Are Lovely |  LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part Two

LA Adventures Part One

Tuesday we stopped by Philz Coffee on the way to Manhattan Beach. We spent the morning walking along the ocean and admiring all the amazing homes! Next we met up with our friends, Perry and Emily, and headed to Ballast Point Long Beach for lunch. I ordered the mussels which were amazing and the beer was great, too! That afternoon we drove from Long Beach to the Palos Verdes Cliffs. Our climb down to the water was a bit adventurous but worth it! Tuesday evening we headed back to Koreatown for dinner with all the Froends!

Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One
Letters Are Lovely | LA Adventures Part One