Making Note of the Little Things

Now that we are 3 weeks into 2015, I am still feeling inspired and motivated by the fresh start - Much like Hallie, I don't really believe in making resolutions as much as I do setting reasonable goals, both personal and professional, that I may not have gotten to the previous year. There's no reason to punish yourself if you miss the mark or even change your mind...that's what a blank slate is for. 

I am an obsessive list maker - I have post-it notes all over my desk at work, notepad lists in my phone, email reminders sent to myself, etc. It's what helps me stay organized and feel on top of my game but this year, I am looking to do a more personal kind of note taking. We encounter so many memorable moments, even in our day to day lives, and not even compulsive Instagramming will ensure that you remember the fine details and that's most important to me. So, I am looking to actually KEEP a journal (and not just for a week!) of the little things that make an impact. 

Example: One night last week I set out to jot down a few notes about our Christmas holiday and ended up with 9.5 pages. Guess it was a good one? ;) 

Sweater: Swap w/Lisa | Long-sleeved top: Forever 21 | Jeans: LOFT | Boots: Shopbop (similar) 

Bag: Sole Society | Necklace: Forever 21 | Mug: Starbucks | Journal & Pen: Z Gallerie

What are your goals this year? How do you stick to them?

Because We Had "No Phone Saturday"

Lisa, my Mom, and I have been inspired by an Upworthy video that speaks to the bad habits we've developed because of our constant access to technology. The last time our whole family was together, we looked around the room and realized that even though we were all talking, every single person was also scrolling on their iPhones, which meant none of us was focusing 100% on the conversation.

Our family recently spent a weekend in Wisconsin together and we declared a Saturday challenge: No phones allowed. From 9am-5pm, our phones were in a bowl, out of sight, out of mind. We spent the day sledding, eating, drinking, (more eating), playing games and talking without any beeps from text messages or Instagram notifications. As bloggers, we understand the importance of social media, but moreover, we value time with Family because those are memories you can never limit to 140 characters. 

And what did we find out? 5:00 came and went and nobody even reached for their phone.

Bloody Mary Station -- Or as they were referred to this weekend, "Sledding Marys" (which actually came out "Slutty Marys" after a few)...

All the ingredients you need and more to make your own Panini

Even the pooch found some time to relax -- Ah, the life of Riley

Ready to brave the hill

Running in a winter wonderland

Sisters on Sleds

Remember snow pants? Only a sweet husband could still find you just as attractive in 100 layers

Me & Mini-me

Sledding Selfie!

No makeup, sweatpants and crazy hairThe beginning of an amazing gluten free apple french toast bake -- Did I mention all we did was eat?A-frame with a view
What do you think of our Saturday challenge? Would you be able to part with your phone for a day?