Happy National Coffee Day, friends! I enjoyed a Venti 7 pump, non-fat, extra hot, chai tea latte from Starbucks this morning because I’m #basic. (Honestly, I can’t believe that is really my Starbucks order, so long, so ridiculous, but it’s my drink, so whatever.) It’s been kind of a crazy week in the Herdy house… […]
Read MoreI was feeling a little fancy last night so I decided to make one of my very favorite go-to “showstopper” meals. This delicious and easier-than-it-looks meal is close to my heart because it was one of the first dinners Casey and I made together way back when we were dating in Chicago. It has just […]
Read MoreTwo years ago today we said I do. It was pouring rain when I woke up at 6am because I was too anxious to sleep any longer. I sat out on the patio with a cup of coffee and my sister, talking about the day and our mutual excitement. Slowly the rain stopped, the temperature […]
Read MoreHey friends! I hope you had a productive Monday – I know I did, even though I felt a little bit like an extra from The Walking Dead. This past weekend was spent celebrating the upcoming nuptials of my very best girlfriend. Friday was more low-key but Saturday was a full on girls night out […]
Read MoreI wrote this post on the Amtrak as we headed down to Chicago for a big conference where we’ll visit clients and prospects. It’s been a whirlwind of a few weeks with the new job: learning, getting to know new people and personalities and a whole new industry and set of job duties. I’m loving […]
Read MoreWhew, what a weekend! We spent it celebrating the marriage of one of my best friends and her incredible (now) husband. I was so excited to enjoy a few nights in my old stomping grounds with many people we love. When Katie met Antone, I think we all pretty much immediately knew he would be […]
Read MoreYesterday Dane turned 6 months old, which ended up being harder than I thought it would be. I think it was more “half a year” than 6 months that really hit me. This past month, by far, has been my very favorite yet. He changes so much from day to day, and is accomplishing all […]
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Staying Martha 