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2018 Travel Round Up

January 2, 2019

This past year was my most traveled year to date. Both domestically and abroad, I had some amazing adventures with my husband, family and friends. Although the number of trips was limited, I was able to revisit David’s home state, visit a new city in Florida, and travel abroad for the first time. Here’s a quick recap of my favorite travel posts from 2018.

We braved Gasparilla in Tampa.

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We had many St. Pete date nights.

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I had my bachelorette weekend in Palm Beach.

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We started our honeymoon in beautiful Lake Como.

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Then, we took the train to Rome for some sight-seeing.

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We rounded out our honeymoon with Stockholm. Our favorite!

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We moved to New York City and I shared monthly city updates.

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I went to Rhode Island for the first time for a wedding.

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Finally, we escaped NYC for Christmas with my family.

Where will 2019 bring me? I’m 100% sure, but I can’t wait to find out! Be sure to stop by later this week to learn more.

Love from NYC,
Katie

New Goals for 2019

January 1, 2019

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Ringing in the new year brings a new sense of optimism and a batch of goals. 2018 left me feeling so fortunate and blessed, but I’m trying to keep a growth mindset for the future. In particular, I want to see this blog and my social media influence continue to grow. To give you a sense of what that means to me, here’s a quick recap on my specific goals for 2019.

1. Enter the YouTube World

This little goal is probably going to be the most ambitious, requiring a new computer and a lot of equipment. When we live in such a visual society why limit what I’m trying to share to just one frame? This is going to be a very gradual process, but I can’t wait to start on this journey.

2. Be more consistent on IG and blog posts.

Sometimes, life gets in the way. Sometimes, I feel so swamped with my 9-5 job or just too tired to post when I want to. When all is said and done, I know those days (or weeks) I decided not to post really didn’t change much. This is just a personal goal to hold myself more accountable and more engaged with my audience. That being said, expect new blog posts Monday through Saturday, by 9 am!

3. Land More Sponsored Posts

In 2018, I felt like I landed the jackpot when I was able to work with Talbots on a few sponsored posts during the Fall. I want to keep that feeling going into the new year and work with even more brands that I know and love. Always a traveler at heart, I would also be over the moon if this little blog could get me on a press trip to somewhere new and wonderful!

4. Hit the Magic 10K on Instagram

Although I am so proud of my following , this seems to be the secret magic number out there in the social media world. While getting to this number feels like it’s out of my control, I will strive to bring you content that you need and enjoy. My audience is what this blog is all about and if you like what you see, please be sure to share with a friend!

Well, that’s it! Four little goals that could take me all year (or way more) to reach. None of these are possible without your continued support and I hope that 2019 is your best year yet!

Love from NYC,
Katie

2018 in Review

December 31, 2018

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2018 was truly such an amazing year! From the big stone keystone events, to the smallest details, each memory is something I will always hold on to. For those of you who started 2018 with me, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your commitment and support. If you’ve joined Orange to Apple along the way, I can’t wait to start 2019 with you. Here’s a little bit of what you missed from the year…

January

I was named Teacher of the Year for my elementary school. I think it’s one of the highest honors I will ever receive!

February

I went to my first ever blogging luncheon and got to network with some amazing ladies from the Tampa Bay area.

March

David and I geeked out at the Star Wars costume exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Pete.

April

We traveled up to Vermont for David to be inducted into the VT Sports Hall of Fame. I’m still over the moon proud of him.

May

I returned home for my NYC themed Bridal shower at work, hosted by the most amazing co-workers I could ever ask for.

June

My best girl friends and I hopped down to Palm Beach for a lovely Bachelorette weekend in the sun! David and I also started hunting for our NYC apartment.

July

Let’s see… David and I finally said I do with 100 of our family and closest friends. That was followed by an European honeymoon to explore Lake Como, Rome, and Stockholm.

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August

We said farewell to our beloved St. Pete to begin a new chapter in New York AND I earned my Master’s in Reading Education from the University of South Florida.

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September

I started a new teaching job at a dream of a school and worked with Talbots on several sponsored posts.

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October

David and I explored Rhode Island for a wedding weekend and hosted my parents for their first visit to our new city. I also attended my first blogger event as a New Yorker with Erin Condren.