This is a post that is finally making it out of the drafts folders onto the blog. It’s been a long time coming! With that, I welcome to The Laurel Hotel & Spa, an marvelous destination where hospitality, education, and elevated service come together in flawless fashion. From the moment you set foot in the… Read More
College move-in week can feel like a whirlwind… boxes, beds, and a hundred little decisions… but it’s also a chance to soak in the start of a new chapter. I learned last year, by chance, how nice it is to take time to do it my way. This year, I had the joy of helping… Read More
With John’s bedroom all settled and styled, it’s time to wrap up the tour with the rest of his Auburn apartment. From a bathroom that just may have stolen the show, to closet organization and a peek at the shared spaces, he truly has the happiest home on The Plains. The Bathroom: The Real Showstopper… Read More
First things first: just like last year, I very carefully and thoughtfully packed for the move. A few items were instrumental in keeping move-in day smooth and stress-free: And, let’s not underestimate the importance of muscle power! These two cuties are high school friends, teammates and now pledges in his fraternity that showed up to… Read More
Sometimes the best projects happen by accident. A few months back, I stumbled on an old Tiger Chew canister in a little junk shop. I didn’t know what I’d do with it, but it felt perfectly “Auburn,” so I tucked it into John’s Easter basket. You can barely spot it peeking out in the photo… Read More
As promised, I have done a full inventory of everything John used and didn’t use in his freshmen year at Auburn. Overall, I’d say the project was a success and I hope you find this helpful as you prepare to feather the college nest! I’ll be referring back to this for Whit as I start… Read More
We had THE BEST time in Auburn for our first fraternity parent’s weekend. Whit came along this time and it was so fun and special to have him experience Auburn with us. John absolutely loves Acre – and Whit is our little foodie – so we decided to do dinner there before heading over to… Read More