I can’t believe it’s already time to tell 2015 goodbye! I know I say this every year, but seriously, time flies! So many exciting things happened this year and I know it will just keep getting better, so I’m really looking…
Archives for 2015
Bacon Pimiento Mac and Cheese
New Year’s Eve is quickly approaching and I was just about out of ideas for what to cook for our NYE party until I remembered a long time favorite- bacon mac and cheese. Need I say more!? I got a little…
Christmas Around Dallas
Before I left to celebrate Christmas in Louisiana for a week, there were a few things I wanted to do to celebrate Christmas around Dallas. My favorites include Christmas light watching in Highland Park, Vitruvian Lights, the Dallas Galleria Christmas…
DIY Poker Night Party Box
One thing you might not know about my fiancé is that he loves poker. He’s always down for a poker night and playing in poker tournaments is one of Chris’s favorite past time activities that he happens to be really good at it (and…
The Best Way to Buy Your Holiday Outfits All at Once
As much as I love to shop, I’m not a fan of browsing store after store when I’m not sure what I want, although that always seems to be the case when it’s time to shop for special occasions and…
Welcome to the New Site
via Well hello! Notice anything different around here!? The Southern Thing got a new site design makeover and I may be a little obsessed with the new look around these parts! Not only did the site get a new makeover, it got…
How to Prep for a Family Holiday Photo Shoot
Getting the entire family prepped for a holiday photoshoot is not always an easy task. I quickly realized this when my family attempted to take group photos this past Thanksgiving. When there’s twenty people trying to squeeze into the frame…
Ten Things to Always Keep in Your Office Desk
This post is part of a sponsored post for Socialstars and o.b. Pro Comfort, but all opinions are my own. #OBelievers Call me an over planner, but I like to be prepared. If I could take my whole house with…
Gifts for the Stylish Techie
ONE | TWO | THREE | FOUR | FIVE | SIX In today’s digital world, it’s safe to say we’re all techies to some extent. I personally like to stay connected in style and the items displayed above are my…
Gift Guide for the Fashion Lover
This post is sponsored by 6pm.com, but all opinions are my own. If you’re trying to find a gift for the fashion lover in your life, then I’m here to help! Any type of accessory, especially those that can accent…
My Ideal House Hunt Checklist
Chris and I have been wanting to purchase a home for some time now, but between college, two years of grad school, and living in 4 different states over the past few years, it hasn’t exactly been the ideal time…
Peppermint Mocha Oreo Popcorn
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SpreadOREOCheer #CollectiveBias I’ve come to the realization that I can’t keep myself out of the kitchen from baking, cooking, and creating all the…