My Top 10 Blog Posts For 2018
As 2018 comes to an end, I wanted to put together a list of my top 10 blog posts I did this past year. It’s fun to go back and re-read things I have written. This year, I feel like I turned a corner with blogging and I’m so excited to see where the future of CCG goes! The skies the limit and I thank each and every one of you for following along on my journey. Take a look at the post and let me know which one was your favorite from 2018. You can also scroll down and get the details on this puurrdddyyyy coat!
My Top 10 Blog Posts For 2018
10. Marriage Advice From A 30 Something Blogger
In honor of our 10 year wedding anniversary, I wrote a blog on marriage advice that boded well for me over the years. These pictures turned out gorgeous. I still haven’t gotten any printed to put around our home and as I type this I realize I NEED to get on that! Disclaimer-These are not our wedding pictures! We took these the day before our 10 year anniversary in Santa Barbara. My dress was $60 bucks on Amazon!
9. Our Weekend Getaway To Heritage House Resort
What a fun trip on the Northern California coast! The view from our room was spectacular and a must see!
8. My Experience Getting The Vampire Facial
If you ever wondered how this procedure goes down, check out this post for all the details! Super informative!
7. Lake Tahoe Weekend Part One
This trip was so fun! Pretty scenery, quality time with Neil and dog sledding!
6. Quick, Easy and Oh So Delicious Peach Crumble Recipe
Hands down, my favorite recipe on the blog! This is seriously the best dessert I make!
5. My Favorite Inspirational Quotes Series 1
One thing I swear by…..is reading inspirational quotes! This is something I do daily and it helps tremendously. I read quotes immediately following my surgeries and I continued to do so for the last two years. Check out some of my favorites.
4. Our Weekend Stay At The Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco
Our most recent weekend getaway to San Francisco where we stayed at the iconic (and my fav hotel everrrr) Fairmont Hotel. During the holidays, it’s a must see!
3. Our Stay At Simpson House Inn, Santa Barbara
We celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary during this trip. It was the most adorable bed and breakfast in the heart of Santa Barbara.
2. Our Weekend Stay With Renaissance Downtown Denver
This trip was our first time in Denver and we had the most amazing time! Pretty city views, great food and even a night out at the Maroon 5 concert. My FAV!
1. My Scoliosis Story For June’s Scoliosis Awareness Month
This June, I shared a more personal side on my blog and let you, my followers, in on my journey with scoliosis. It hasn’t been an easy road for me, but I am not one to give up ever. My two daughters were now diagnosed with this as well and I must set an example on how strong you must be even when the going gets tough!
So……these were my top 10 blog posts for 2018. Of course, I enjoyed writing each and every one of them. This year had it’s share of ups and downs but one thing remains true…..I am so thankful for my family, my career teaching children and this blog. When I needed an outlet to funnel all of my creativity and passion, this blog came to fruition. I have met some really incredible people and worked with some amazing brands and companies and I have loved EVERY SECOND of it. So thank you for sticking with me and allowing me to continue doing what I love to do!
Have a Happy New Year and Cheers! Now go have a glass of champs and gear up for another exciting year full of opportunity!
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#ad I just LOVE the Holidays! #GladePartner Not only do I go to town decorating the home, I also want it smelling amazing too! I stocked up on my favorite @glade products from Sam’s Club 🙌🏻 This year I snagged the Glade Limited Edition Automatic Spray Holiday Variety Pack! It comes with three scents: Twinkling Pine & Cedar, Sparkling Pear and First Frost. You’ll have your house smelling like the holidays in no time! Make sure to pick up this variety pack, available exclusively at Sam’s Club!
Comment DRESS for the info! Love a good #fitandflare and this flannel one is a must! I have this dress in 8 different patterns and I LOVE THEM ALL. Plus, it has pockets! #thanksgivingoutfit
Comment DRESS below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/4XEr3 #ltkholiday #ltkseasonal #flannel #flanneldress
SAVE AND SHARE THIS RECIPE! This festive #holidayappetizers is soooooo easy to make and so cute too! Take your Holiday party to the next level with this simple and fun brie recipe!
•store bought frozen roll dough (thaw and let rise for 3 hours)
•8 oz of brie
•1/2 stick of melted butter
•1 tsp minced garlic
•1 tbsp Italian seasoning
•fresh rosemary sprigs
•fresh cranberries
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. On a piece to parchment paper and a cookie sheet, set your brie in the middle. Place the roll dough balls around your brie. Slather the rolls and Brie in the melted butter (mixed with the minced garlic). Sprinkle seasoning on top and bake for approx. 20 min. Add rose mark and cranberries as garnish once out to the oven. This is such a crowd pleaser and quick to make. We’ve also used fresh dough made by my hubby (he’s the bread baker 🤣) and that works amazing too! Let me know how you like it! Enjoy! #recipereel #holidayrecipes
You guys….it actually rained here today! And it’s cold! I LOVE THIS TIME OF YEAR. It doesn’t exasperate my #potssyndrome 🙌🏻 Today, all 4 kids were home from school and we all played Fortnite together with our neighbors. I love days like today. I didn’t run errands, I didn’t clean anything. It’s been marvelous! Tomorrow will be back to business with family photo session editing, brand jobs and getting my ballet school ready for next months shows. But today, today, I did nothing. 🤣 #mondaymood
SAVE AND SHARE THIS RECIPE! This one’s a MUST TRY! I love pumpkin, I love puff pastry and I love me some cheese!
•one package store bought puff pastry
•mini brie
•pumpkin butter
•egg for egg wash
•cooking twine
•cinnamon sticks
Preheat oven to 375. These will bake for approximately 20-25 minutes. Cut #puffpastry into 10 equal squares, scoop a teaspoon of pumpkin butter on the puff pastry and add a mini brie on top. Close up the dough and use cooking twine to secure it. I tie it around 3-4 times. Brush egg wash over them and bake them for 20-25 min. Use cinnamon sticks for a stem! I have also used cream cheese and goat cheese instead of the Brie! Enjoy! #holidayappetizers #recipereel
#ad #WalmartPartner I’m getting my home ready this Fall for all my overnight Thanksgiving guests with @walmart 🙌🏻 Through this holiday season, I want to make my guests feel at home and as comfy as possible. I have the @zinus 8 inch Cooling Mattress for ultimate coziness. It’s super easy and convenient to set up and feels amazing. Plus, I use @snuggle_bear Blue Sparkle Fabric Softener on my linens to give it that added touch! It’s formulated for longer lasting freshness* #Walmart is my Holiday go-to this season! #IYWYK
(*vs previous formula)
#happyhalloween from #freddiemercury and #edwardscissorhands Nicky’s chest hair is my favorite part. 🤣 #halloween2024
Comment JACKET and I’ll send you the details via DM to shop! I have this utility jacket in two colors. Such a great lightweight staple for #Fall 🙌🏻 #fallfashion #falljacket
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SAVE AND SHARE THIS RECIPE! Super easy and oh soooo good! These #pumpkinpie granola bites store perfectly in the fridge for an easy snack or treat! My kids LOVE them!
•3 cups quick oats
•3/4 cup pumpkin purée (NOT pumpkin pie mix)
•3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
•1/2 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
•1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
•3/4 cup Grade A pure maple syrup
In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together. Using your hands, firmly roll balls together. Then, put them in the refrigerator for 30 min to set. I’m telling you these are AMAZING. Try them and let me know! #recipereels #easyrecipes
SO happy it’s not 100 degrees this week and we’re actually having cooler mornings. It’s Finally Fall! #sweaterweather
Added #Maui to the wall…… can’t wait to add to the collection next trip 🙌🏻🤣
Had to share another landscape photo from our #maui trip. But I mean…..can you blame me?!? Love, love, LOVED our time spent there. #mauihawaii
SWIPE LEFT FOR A LAUGH I thought this deserved a permanent spot on my feed as proof I got @theeneil to do a couples massage while in #Maui complete with an outdoor soaking tub, shower and outdoor Hale for our massage. We went straight from Hawaii to Disneyland and when we got home from our 2 days at Disney and felt like we were 80, Neil asked if we could go get another couples massage. 🤣
Counting down until our next #Hawaii vacation. Last year was our first time visiting (we took the family to Oahu) and we loved it so much, @theeneil and I took a trip by ourselves to #Maui 🌊 Both islands have a completely different vibe but one thing’s for sure, they are both so beautiful. I took this photo of #blacksandbeach at Waiʻānapanapa State Park. We rented a bronco and drove the entire island. It was such a wonderful trip and we’re already trying to make plans for another vacay (still debating on whether to bring the kids or not 🤣).
We flew home last night, spent the night in our own bed and now we are currently driving to Disney with the kids. I’m going to need another vacation after this vacation. 🙈 Really loved our time in #Maui Already planning our next trip… 🤣
@theeneil says he took a @graymalin photo 🤣… how’d he do Gray? So many pretty things to take pictures of here…. #maui
#ad On my daily Target run, I grabbed some of my favorite @Ghirardelli Mint Cookie Milk Chocolate Squares! 🙌🏻 These rich milk chocolate squares are filled with mint and crunchy chocolate cookie bits. And did I mention they’re available all year long, not just during Holiday season. We LOVE all things #Ghirardelli and these are no exception. They make the best treat after a day of mom life! So pick up a bag or two @target
Love when my closet is organized. Does anyone else like to clean their house before leaving for a trip? I hate coming home to a mess, so I clean beforehand! #closetorganization #blueandwhiteforever
Sharing more of my Favorite @julievos jewelry 🙌🏻 The majority of these pieces are from the “Sanibel” collection! I love timeless, classic gold jewelry and @julievos is no exception! They pair well with just about anything and polish off a white button down perfectly! Do yourself a favor and snag a few baubles of your own. #julievos
Whatever your style may be, I think it’s really important to make your primary bedroom a sanctuary. The blue hues really cheer me up each day. I think I read somewhere once that blue is a calming and serene color. Well, that color has thrown up all over my house and I LOVE IT. 🤣 #blueandwhiteforever #blueandwhitedecor
Mimi| 30th Dec 18
I particularly enjoyed all your 10 posts. Thanks for sharing
Jennifer| 31st Dec 18
Such great posts! I really like that navy beret!!
Jennifer
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Bryan| 1st Jan 19
Nice wrap- up of the 2018 year, a combination of travel posts, food, and personal topics. Here’s to an even more successful and eventful 2019!
Lanae Bond| 1st Jan 19
I love your outfit especially the last look! The coat is a classic that would look great with plenty of your looks. I also love your laced boots.
dani | 1st Jan 19
I’d say that they are really great posts especially the Inspirational Quotes Series. Cheers for all the best to come! Happy New Year!
Holly| 1st Jan 19
This is such a great post to see your top 10! I love the variety of posts that made the top ten. I also love the topics! I definitely want to subscribe! Love your blog!
Monika| 2nd Jan 19
April, leaf print dress is my absolute favorite! Not to mention the fun wide leg pants!
Tiffany Brown| 2nd Jan 19
Love the blue coat! I really enjoyed seeing your top 10 posts! I look forward to seeing more in 2019! 🙂
Travel With A SIlver Lining| 3rd Jan 19
so many great posts 🙂
Nikki| 3rd Jan 19
I loved the post you did earlier this year sharing your story with us, so inspirational. I also really really loved the marriage advice!!!
Courtney Byers| 3rd Jan 19
Happy 2019! I loved this round up of your blog posts. You’re so talented and I loved them all. I appreciate you getting personal this year too. Cannot wait to read more of your posts.
Rosemary| 8th Jan 19
The photos are gorgeous. And the posts are fantastic. Definitely got me thinking about traveling more this year!