We Made It

We made it to Savannah! I think packing and moving top my list of least favorite activities, but we pushed through with the help of my mom -- we desperately needed an extra set of hands to seal boxes and hold baby. Now we're settling in, searching for a home and enjoying being so close to family. I'm excited about our life in the lowcountry and seeing what unfolds next.

The Road Leads Back to You

We're back from California, and I can't wait to share more about our trip, but first, a life update. After just over a year in Austin -- a very eventful year -- we've decided to move yet again. We're headed to Savannah, Georgia! It's my hometown, the place where Jonah and I got married, and all of my family lives there. Things came together quickly as they tend to do once we step out in faith, so the next couple of weeks will be filled with packing and moving. I never thought I'd have the chance to live in Savannah again, since we've opted for big cities throughout our marriage, but a baby -- and remote work opportunities -- can change everything. We're excited to be near family and settle in for a while, and I'm excited to rediscover my home. Hope you'll stick around for our next adventure!

Collins Quarter Cafe

The last time we were in Savannah, we stopped in for a weekday breakfast at the recently opened Collins Quarter. The menu is interesting, the space is charming and the lavender mocha is downright dreamy. I'm looking forward to return visits.

Tybee Beach House

I was lucky enough to grow up about 10 minutes from the beach, so when I came across this beautifully remodeled beach house on my beloved Tybee Island, it was love at first sight. There's nothing that wins me over like white walls with pops of color -- even the laundry room is cute. I'm already daydreaming about retiring here.

[photos and design by: Rethink Design Studio]

Chocolate Shopping

There's an artisan chocolate shop in downtown Savannah called Chocolat by Adam Turoni, and if you're ever in town, you should stop by and treat yourself to some of their gorgeous confections. Luckily for everyone else, they have an Etsy shop for online orders, which made me think a box of these beauties would make a great Mother's Day gift. With creations like honeycomb-filled chocolate bars, caramelized chocolate-covered hazelnuts and red velvet cake truffles, you can't go wrong.

A New Season

Happy Spring! Sorry for the silence this week. We left New York on Wednesday after a whirlwind of packing and have been spending a few days in Savannah with my family before starting our drive to Austin tomorrow. It's been the perfect little break in the midst of our major life transition, but we're excited to get settled in Austin and begin discovering our new home. I hope to be back soon with regular posts and tales of breakfast tacos, but in the meantime, have a wonderful weekend!

Week in Photos

Here are a few photos from our Christmas spent in Savannah. It was relaxing and joyful, packed with good eats, great company and one silly dog. I hope you had a wonderful holiday too!

Savannah in Photos

There's always something so relaxed and comfortable about visiting Savannah. I immediately slip back into old routines and act like a kid for a few days, daydreaming while my feet are in the sand, eating my favorite foods without spending any time in the kitchen, and enjoying hours upon hours with family and a dog who seems to have endless energy. We tried our best to keep up while we were busy being lazy.

Going Back in the Day

One of my favorite places to stop by while I'm in Savannah is Back in the Day Bakery. All charming and retro, a case full of carbohydrates, it's my real life happy place. You know it's something special when marshmallows are hanging from the ceiling. Back in the Day wasn't a part of my growing up in Savannah, in fact, the bakery opened the very month I left for college, but all those nostalgia-infused sweets make it taste like home. Thankfully, they have a fantastic cookbook, which is good since monthly shipments of Mexican hot chocolate shortbread, red velvet cupcakes and doughnut muffins would start to add up.

Southern Haul

There's nothing like a southern produce stand loaded with peaches, watermelons and red and green tomatoes. This one is about 3 minutes from the house I grew up in and is the perfect place to pick up watermelon and boiled peanuts before a trip to the beach.