Every once in a while I realize that I’m posting more about this life I’ve met over on Instagram than here on the tried-and-true blog.
So here are some things I’ve been up to lately, with a bit more of an explanation than you’ll find over on Insta.
1) These Chocolate Covered Coconut bars are the bomb.com, you guys. Never let me say that again. But seriously - these healthy-ish/Paleo treats have totally won over my entire family, which is sort of a big deal. They’ve even started calling them “Gracie bars.” I certainly can’t take the credit though - here’s the original recipe.
2) Yep, I’m going old school. I got a (new version of a) Polaroid camera for Christmas, which I chat about a bit more over on my recent vlog. It might not be the most practical gadget in the world, but it’s so much fun!
3) I got these patches from Best Made a few weeks ago because a) they were cool and b) I heard patches are going to be like, totally in for 2015. I’ve got to say, though, that sewing patches on is a pain in the ass. You’ve been warned.
4) These were surprisingly some of the best nachos I’ve ever had. I say surprisingly because they were vegetarian (real cheese, sans chili). There’s this vegetarian restaurant called Blue Sage near my home in Pennsylvania, and it rivals some of the best veggie joints here in New York.
5) Straight from this photo’s caption pretty much sums this up: I was thinking about how everyone (myself included) loves the new year because it symbolizes a clean slate. a fresh start. a new beginning. for me going into 2015, though, I’m not so sure I want a new beginning just yet. 2014 has led me into some amazing things that haven’t yet been seen through, so my view of this upcoming new year is more so to keep on keepin’ on…to push through the things that scare me or seem impossible.
6) I had thee best few days with my sister Katie over Christmas. We’ve always been pretty close, but as we get older we’re getting closer and closer, and I couldn’t be more thankful for that.
7) I got tagged in a #StopDropAndSelfie, so that’s my selfie. I was in a cab from the train station to my apartment, and full disclosure that was the favorite of about 10 selfie attempts.
8) The oh so curated flat lay of my NYE look. I went to a wedding where the color theme was black, white & gold. I added a pop of red with my lipstick because I’m tacky like that.
9) One of the only photos I got at the wedding, with Leah and Jessi. About 30 minutes later I headed to a masquerade party at The McKittrick hotel. It was a fun night.
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My instagram name is jenniejaes
(what an honor would it be to have you follow me!)
I love your posts btw. As a twenty-one year old about to graduate college in the next six months (yipes!) your posts are a breath of fresh air.
thanks for that, Jennie! following ya
You can find me at @glasska
following!
@kristiryry! I love your blog and instagram! I always find something new from you, whether it’s on Spotify or a book you’ve read!
Oh yay, thanks girl! Following ya
i got a polaroid for Christmas too and they’re so fun! i’ll be honest to say i don’t know how often i’ll use it since it isn’t the smallest and the film’s not that cheap, but for special occasions i hope to use it!
You can find me at @misscallahan!
Found ya! 😀
I’m fiercetyper
I’m a semi-newbie to Asia so most of my pics are of Chinese food!! If you’re into that sort of thing 😛
So into Chinese food 😉 following!
I live by Blue Sage as well!! It really is the most delicious vegetarian food I’ve ever had. I need to try those nachos the next time I’m there!
I am new to this blogging sort of thing, I posted my first post yesterday so as you can imagine no one has seen it:’) But I do like the thought of speaking your mind! If you had the chance I would SO appreciate you checking out my blog (what I call it anyway, still haven’t gotten used to it)! OriginallyOriginalGirl.blogspot.ie & any tips you may have would be great!:) P.s. My dream is too go to NY! You’re so lucky!
very cute!!
I’m @kristikay__
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hi my name is Theresa, I adore your blog and it would be an honour if you could check out my blog and comment on a post maybe? http://tinis-blogs.weebly.com/ thanks!!!!
Sisters are totally the best - mine flew back home on the 1st and I likely won’t see her till late spring. Thanks you technology for letting us chat everyday! Your NYE skirt is the greatest, so beautiful! insta: @allisonbridgman
Hey! I’m from a tiny town in Texas called Paris (and yes we have our own Eiffel tower with a cowboy hat on top.) My friend Shelby and I have dreamed of leaving our tiny town and living somewhere big for once like Chicago or New York. I absolutely love your blog because it gives me hope that one day I’ll leave my little town and live the adventurous life I frequently fantasize about. Anyways my insta is reagan_renae7, Much Love from Paris!
You can find me at blainertaylor
I absolutely love your blog gracie! It always puts a smile on my face