Did you guys have a good Valentine's Day? We were supposed to cook a meal at home, but I got out of work a little bit late, and Eric was playing a show later, so we decided to head out to dinner. Nothing fancy! We grabbed some sandwiches and salads. I'm trying so hard to stay on my healthy kick, even though I'm not seeing the results I was hoping for so far. It's a slow process, and it only gets slower the older I get, that's for sure. But! The key is not giving up, so today is always my start over day and that's exactly what I'm doing. Begin again, and again, if you have to!

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H&M Skinny High Ripped Jeans
H&M Sweater (similar)
Moorea Seal Woodland Wide Brim Hat (similar)
Tasteful in Transit Bag c/o ModCloth (similar)
Fitbit Alta (with camel band)
Faux Leather Chelsea Boots c/o Forever21 (similar)

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February is quickly becoming my new favorite month... just kidding! I really do love the sunshine we've been getting lately though. It's so pretty and mood-lifting! Plus, it's still light out by the time I get out of work... which is life changing for the blog. So hello! How was your weekend? Ours was pretty good! We didn't do a lot, but it was productive. I got two sets of photos taken, ate super healthy, cooked most of our meals, ran twice for 5K training, completed all of my weekend chores, and settled into the sofa for the Grammys on Sunday night. Lovely, simple weekend.

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Ruche Maccha Tea pleated skirt (similar)
H&M Sweater (similar)
H&M Brimmed Hat (similar)
Old Navy Lace Up Flats

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We're halfway through February... so close to spring, and yet so far away it feels like! I really do love winter, but I definitely start to crave spring this time of year. The groundhog has officially called six more weeks of winter, and I'm loading up on all the warm coffee, cozy blankets on the sofa, and chunky cardigans. I'm trying to just enjoy this season of life right now though. Spring will be here before we know it, and now is the time to enjoy these quiet, cold nights, get to the gym as much as possible, and cook all of the hearty (and healthy) meals.

Outfit details:

Canonbury Park Maxi Cardigan c/o Ruche (similar)
Brawny Beauty Plaid c/o Threadsence (similar)
Banana Republic Boyfriend Jeans (similar)
Madewell The Transport Tote
Faux Leather Chelsea Boots c/o Forever21 (similar)

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Last weekend, Eric and I had the chance to check out the Ai Weiwei exhibit at Frederik Meijer Gardens. Natural State is his first show in the upper Midwest, as well as the first of its kind for him at a botanical garden or sculpture park, so we were really excited to check this exhibit out in our own city. If you're nearby anytime between now and August 20th, I'd definitely recommend it. Ai Weiwei is one of the most influential artists and activists of our time, and this body of work is so beautifully unique. We loved having the opportunity to see it!

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H&M Skinny High Ripped Jeans
Diagonal Alley Coat c/o ModCloth (similar)
Stick to Classic Sweater c/o ModCloth (similar)
Madewell The Transport Tote
Samantha Pleet Arc Boots c/o Wolverine (similar)

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So since our teaser of spring last Saturday, we've been stuck with gray, foggy, depressing weather ever since. I'm not the biggest fan, to say the least. But, as I always do this time of year, I'm trying to stay positive and use this time to get ahead with my goals. Plus, I always sort of miss this time of year when it goes away, because I really do like the slowness of winter, the dark nights where you can cuddle up on the sofa and watch all of your favorite TV shows, and cook a big pot of soul-warming chili. I always just struggle with being in the moment. So I just need to remind myself... time goes so quickly, enjoy the month you're in, and take advantage of the good things it has to offer!

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AG Jeans The Jegging Ankle c/o Lee & Birch (similar)
Old Navy Cardigan (similar)
Old Navy Chambray Top (similar)
Cutout Crossbody Purse c/o Pitaya (similar)
Faux Leather Chelsea Boots c/o Forever21 (similar)

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Happy Monday! So this weekend was a total whirlwind, but on Saturday, we hit 58º in Michigan... in January! So crazy. To be honest, I loved it during the moment... but now as I'm sitting here at my desk on this terribly dreary day, I almost wish we didn't get a taste of it... because now all I want is spring. And we're still in January. It's going to be a long winter, guys. Thank goodness the groundhog comes out next week, because I really hope he says an early spring is ahead!

Outfit details:

H&M Skinny High Ripped Jeans
H&M Sweater (similar)
H&M Men's Brimmed Hat (similar)
Stardust Necklace c/o Autumn Lace Jewelry
ModCloth Willamette for the Weekend Scarf (similar)
Old Navy Pointed-Toe Lace-Up Flats

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