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10 things making me smile…

by Kaylah Stroup October 3, 2018

When you rearrange a shelf and suddenly it’s like you’re seeing everything again for the first time!

This year’s collection of four leaf clovers.

This guy who has been so fearless near water lately.

Making arrangements from found flowers.

Box monster!

Decorating for Halloween.
My house is perfect for fake spiderwebs. They just fit in so well.

Finding a new relaxing hobby – doodling on photos on my iPad.

This former shy kitty living her best life!
Always showing off her belly!

My collection of washed up warriors from the shores of Lake Erie.

Sunflowers + skeleton shoes!
My first time buying sunflowers for inside the house. I must have taken about a hundred photos of them. They’re just so beautiful!

 (#11 bonus!) Ponyhenge, still!
Got a few emails recently from people who lived close but didn’t know it existed. Those emails make my day!

Even more good things;
▴ pumpkin scented candles, specifically this one ▴ making awesome six month anniversary plans ▴ filling the house with the scent of baked goods (banana bread + pumpkin muffins this week!) ▴ crazy cat antics caught on camera ▴ using a brand new notebook for the first time ▴ a cool breeze + a clean house ▴ this little devil ▴ Klaus using pillows exactly the way they’re supposed to be used ▴ Wild Ophelia cold brew coffee bites (OMG! So good. Whole Foods has pumpkin spice ones. They’re out of this world!) ▴ Professor chasing the shadow from the fridge door every single time I open it ▴ when Spotify creates a playlist for you that rules ▴ sleeping on clean sheets

What’s making you smile today?
xoxo

PS. Can’t recommend this gratitude journal enough!

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Canon Powershot G7 X Mark II – first impressions

by Kaylah Stroup October 2, 2018

I’ve been thinking about getting a point and shoot camera for a while now. I love my DSLR but it’s bulky, I worry about breaking it and it’s not very inconspicuous. The image quality though! I hated spending money on a point and shoot just to sacrifice quality. It was hard to determine what would suit my needs without breaking the bank. Jeff and I would talk about going in on one together and sharing it but we could never decide on which camera to buy. After wanting one really bad for a few years, in the last year or so I’d basically given up on the idea.

…Until Jeff randomly bought one. I was excited for him but initially, not super impressed. Then, a couple days later, while we were out grabbing coffee he offered to let me borrow it to take a photo. Immediately I saw what a great little camera it was. The photo turned out better than expected and I never even had to touch my big, bulky DSLR. Over the next few weeks, I watched him take more photos with that little camera than he had probably the whole year. Sharing it wasn’t really an option. I honestly felt bad asking to borrow it because I could tell he loved it that much. It basically renewed his love of taking photos.

With our honeymoon approaching, I decided I needed my own point and shoot. I was tempted to just buy the same one as Jeff but ended up choosing the Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II instead. The big selling point there for me is the flip out screen. I’m a sucker for a flip-up screen. I get so much use out of the one on my 6D (and all the cameras I owned before it that had one) that I’ll never buy a digital camera that doesn’t have one.

The G7 X Mark II is a 20.1 megapixel camera that offers continuous shooting mode (good for kitty yawns!), has an impressive 100mm zoom and even goes down to f/1.8 (perfect for beautiful blurry backgrounds.) It has wireless connectivity so you can transfer photos straight from the camera to your phone which is super useful while you’re out and about. There’s a 3.0″ LCD monitor that tilts up 180° and down 45°, ideal for self-portraits and taking pictures at high or low angles easily. It shoots video, time-lapse movies, and most importantly, you can shoot in RAW.

G7 X Mark II reviewCanon Powershot G7 X Mark II review

First impressions

So, obviously, I haven’t had it for very long. Its been just over a month but I can without a doubt say it was a great purchase! I 100% should have purchased this camera sooner. I find myself taking more photos than normal, and capturing moments I probably wouldn’t otherwise. The biggest example I have of that is that Jeff and I actually took some nice photos together on our last trip. We take road trips fairly often and in the last four and a half years we’ve taken only a couple of photos together on those trips. (At this moment, I can literally only think of one photo we took of the two of us on a trip!) Having a small point and shoot camera I can just lean up again my camera bag or purse makes it so easy to get photos together. Its obviously something I can do with my other camera but something about this small camera is changing the way I look at taking photos and what I shoot.

There are certainly instances I prefer to use my DSLR and I’m not sure I’d leave on a vacation without it. I don’t see the G7 X Mark II replacing my 6D but it’s certainly an essential item for me now. I carry it in my purse everywhere I go. (I even bought a purse specifically to make sure the camera would be easy to grab and use!) It makes it so easy to take photos of everyday life. I’m capturing all the little moments I didn’t before because carrying my big camera was too much of a hassle or it wasn’t worth setting up the shot.

The only thing I find even a little bit strange is that it doesn’t have a viewfinder. That’s extremely common with point and shoot cameras but definitely, a weird thing for me to get used to. I still find myself wanting to bring the camera up to my face to shoot. Other than that, no complaints from me at all. Everything is performing exactly as expected. It’s easy to set up, and quick to turn on, focus, and shoot. It’s essentially perfect. Exactly what I was looking for!

The G7 X Mark II was definitely a great purchase. If you’re looking to spend a little less and not 100% attached to the idea of a flip out screen, the G9 X is an incredible little camera as well.

I can’t believe it took me so long to finally get one but I’m certainly glad to have it now.
xoxo

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Cannon Beach

by Kaylah Stroup September 26, 2018

Cannon Beach has been on my list of spots to visit since the second I knew it existed. A gorgeous beach along the Oregon coast, home to Haystack Rock, a 235-foot sea stack, and one of the most beautiful places my eyes have ever seen. Tons of tourists traveling Highway 101 stop here every year and it’s easy to see why. Hilariously enough, I didn’t even take a photo of Haystack Rock. Whoops.

I had discovered the beach years ago searching for information about tide pools. Seemed like every single time I searched for tide pools, even on the east coast the photos that showed up were from this mysterious Cannon Beach on the other side of the country. The tide pools around Haystack Rock are home to many incredible intertidal creatures. I felt like going there at low tide was basically a guarantee I’d finally find some live critters. (In case you haven’t been following my tide pool adventures, I’m really only good at finding dead things.) I could not wait to get there!

Cannon Beach at Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site

Cannon Beach near Haystack Rock was fairly busy, as expected, and the tide wasn’t very low yet so after poking around a bit we decided to head back to the car to do some research on where I’d have the best chance of seeing sea stars. Jeff and I both discovered Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site at approximately the same time. Just a few minutes away, and only one more exit down the highway yet still Cannon Beach.

It was much more peaceful here than at the main section of the beach. There was barely anyone walking this far down the beach, just a couple folks with dogs. Always a welcome sight, to be honest.

We walked and walked and walked waiting for the tide to go out. Alas, we ended up tiring out before the water hit its lowest point. I saw nothing more than a bunch of anemones. (Still very exciting for me!) The sunset was beautiful and anytime I have the opportunity to get my feet wet in the ocean is a good time in my book.

Getting off the exit, we noticed something black in the street. A lady standing in the grass of the nearby hotel motioned for us to slow down. It was a rabbit! In the grass near her, I noticed about five more bunnies! I nearly jumped out of the car right then and there.

Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site bunny!

Happy to have finally crossed Cannon Beach off my travel bucket list. I may not have found exactly what I was looking for but it sure was beautiful.
xoxo

Read more about our PNW trip here – Stroups gone honeymoonin’

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what I wore : bluuuue velvet

by Kaylah Stroup September 24, 2018
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details
hair dye – 1/4 tub of Punky Alpine Green mixed with a full tub of Punky Turquoise
(plus a glob of EVA NYC Therapy Session Hair)
glasses – Louise via Warby Parker
shirt – c/o
jumper – c/o
shoes – c/o

It’s been a while since my last outfit post which means it’s totally cool if I proclaim this is my faaaavorite, right?! Yeah? Because it is! In the last few years, I’ve definitely found lots of pieces I love and wear over and over again but I don’t recall the last time I loved a whole outfit so fiercely. It’s like each piece was made to go with the others.

The jumper is… well, perfect. It’s long enough to not show butt (which is definitely an issue I have with every other jumper I’ve ever found and tried on) It also just fits really well throughout. The straps don’t fall down. Seriously – it’s perfect. I love it with this dog top but I’m also excited to pair it with a black and white striped top, of course.

The top isn’t as perfect but to be honest, I could tell that from the product photos. That print though, it was irresistible to me. I love animal prints. My issue with the fit is that it’s short and wide. I have a long torso so with regular jeans it just looks plain silly. Luckily, the top works well with overalls, this jumper, and all my skirts. So, I guess, as long as you’re going to tuck it in, you’re golden. Prepare yourself for the compliments! (“I was gonna compliment your hair but then I noticed your shirt! Oh my gosh!” – Starbucks barista)

In this outfit I feel fierce, adorable, like a real-life cartoon character, and 100% ready for fall! Bring on the pumpkin patches (…and the weather that stays cool for more than a day at a time!)
xoxo

velvet shoes

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Old Burial Hill Cemetery

by Kaylah Stroup September 17, 2018

Old Burial Hill Marblehead, MA

Old Burial Hill Cemetery in Marblehead, Massachusetts came highly recommended by many folks whose travel suggestions I hold in high regard. Not that that matters because after visiting Salem I had completely forgotten about those recommendations. Luckily, as we were leaving the area, I thought to look at the FindAGrave app. I spotted the name ‘Old Burial Hill’ and instantly recognized it as somewhere I remembered looking up previously. I’d have definitely been bummed to miss out on this beauty!

Old Burial Hill Cemetery was established in 1638. It’s one of the oldest graveyards in New England. Surrounded by gorgeous old homes, on top of a rocky hill, overlooking the Atlantic, it basically could not be any more picturesque. The headstones are all beautifully preserved, and in incredible shape for their age. Nearly every one of them covered in symbolism. Skulls galore!!! Will I ever get over the excitement of skulls on headstones? I think not.

Aside from the hot sun relentlessly beating down us, our visit couldn’t have been more lovely. It seemed like every time I turned around there was something super awesome that caught my attention. I was especially fond of how close the houses were to the graveyard. One house, in particular, stands out in my mind it had a kitchen window that looked directly out onto the cemetery. Taking photos of headstones near it felt weird because it was THAT close.

'2 children' headstone

More from this trip –
▴ Three days in New England
▴ Ponyhenge
▴ The Burying Point
▴ the Atlantic Ocean

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the Atlantic Ocean!

by Kaylah Stroup September 13, 2018

Willard Beach

Willard Beach – South Portland, ME

On our last trip to Maine, back in 2016, I made it a point to visit a few spots along the ocean. (Giant’s Stairs, Pemaquid Point & Acadia NP) I loooove Lake Erie but the ocean just makes me feel whole. It sounds so dramatic, especially from someone who grew up nowhere near a body of water that large but I just feel so at peace anytime we visit.

Other than really old cemeteries, one of the biggest things I was excited about while on my New England road trip last month was visiting the ocean again. I didn’t have any spots planned and figured we could just wing it when it was time to finally choose a beach.

While we were eating at Becky’s Diner in Portland (so good!) we happened to ask our waitress if she had any recommendations for beaches that weren’t major tourist spots. She seemed more than happy to share and ended up writing down a handful of spots for us, even giving us suggestions based on how easy they’d be to park!

hermit crab found at Willard Beach

After looking up her suggestions we decided to head to Willard Beach. It was love at first sight. The beach was fairly unpopulated which was exactly what we were looking for. I immediately headed straight into the water. I looked down, spotted something moving, reached down to pick it up, and darted over to Jeff to show him my find. A hermit crab! I was so pleased. The very first one I’d ever seen outside of a pet store. We snapped a few pictures then I headed to the water to put it back.

A few minutes later, I spotted something else moving. Another hermit crab! I peered into the water and realized there were hermit crabs galore. More of them then I could ever imagine! I immediately became very cautious of my every move, not wanting to accidentally squish one. It was one of the most exciting things possible. They’re literally just hermit crabs. I have no sentimental attachments to the weird little creatures but stumbling upon them – and so many of them, at that – was the best.

After getting my fill of hermit crabs (just kidding, not possible!), we left in route for our hotel. On the way there I realized just how close we were to Higgins Beach. This was another spot the waitress had recommended and one that was already on my radar before we even left Cleveland thanks to Julie. It was one of those times where you’re really tired but also very aware that this is a special occasion because how often are you actually this close to the ocean, you might as well go. So, we turned around and headed to Higgins Beach.

Another love at first sight spot! We arrived at low tide and got to explore a rocky area that was completely empty except for us. We spotted lots of neat-o little fish, and a whole bunch more hermit crabs as the sun set. It was pure magic!

Aside from the hermit crabs, another highlight was the tide coming in a little quicker than expected. I always love getting my feet wet when we’re at the beach but Jeff is one of those weirdos who doesn’t like to. He was out on a rock shooting photos and didn’t realize how fast the water had came in around him. Instead of getting his shoes wet or even taking them off, he accepted my half joking offer of a piggy back ride back to dry land. I’m honestly shocked I didn’t drop him since we were both laughing so much. Just one of those memories I never want to forget…

Higgins Beach – Scarborough, Maine

Our time exploring Maine’s beaches was not enough. These two spots combined equal my favorite ocean visit thus far. I can’t wait to visit again!
xoxo

More from this trip –
▴ Three days in New England
▴ Ponyhenge
▴ The Burying Point
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adventures in avocado propagation VI

by Kaylah Stroup September 12, 2018

avocado propagation

July 17th, 2018 —-> August 2nd, 2018

Since the beginning of the year I’ve been trying my hand to grow avocado pits. It’s been an extremely slow process. My patience has definitely paid off though, especially in the last few months. At first, the only progress I could see was cracked pits and the tiniest bit of root but once the sprouts popped out the top that’s when I really got excited.

Out of the original six I started back in January I’ve planted one in dirt, left two in water to grow, and tossed the other three in the trash. It’s been a really interesting experiment. Growing a bunch at the same time has given me the freedom to test different things to see which methods work best. So far all I’ve really found out is that each pit is different and will grow at it’s own pace. There isn’t really a one size fits all thing that seems to work here.

August 13th, 2018

The white planter with the googley eyes on it contains the plant formerly in the tooth at the beginning of this post. It defintitely needed some room to grow.

As you can see, I’ve added a few more pits to the collection. I just couldn’t resist. Tossing out some from the original batch was a bummer but the three that are growing definitely have me hooked on the process. I don’t necessarily feel like any of the three that have sprouted are thriving just yet. I’ve also never grown an actual tree. Either way, starting a few more helps me feel a bit more hopeful.

avocado pit roots

September 3rd, 2018

At some point between the last photo update, August 13th, and this one I trimmed back my largest avocado pit that was still growing in water. It seemed to be dropping leaves too quickly, and didn’t have as many of them as I’d like. I figured trimming it back would promote better growth…

avocado propagation

September 6th, 2018

The last photo above shows the new growth on the pit I had trimmed back. It took quite a while to happen. I honestly thought I had just ruined the plant so I was pretty jazzed to see that. I’m curious if it’ll grow back more compact and with more leaves or not.

September 10, 2018

Right now it’s feeling very two steps forward, one step back. I’ll get leaves but they don’t last too long or just don’t look the absolute healthiest so I pinch them off which leaves me with a bare plant. Either way, this has been a fun process. I’m trying to keep my chin up. Hopefully in my next update I’ll have some impressive looking mini trees!

Have you started your own avocado pits yet!?
xoxo

Past updates – part 1, part 2,  part 3, part 4 + part 5.
Here’s a link to the tooth planter, if you’d like to grab one for yourself.

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Cleveland favorites!

by Kaylah Stroup September 11, 2018

Three years ago I wrote a small guide to my favorite spots in Cleveland.  I recently revisited that guide and realized just how terribly out of date it is. A handful of those spots have closed, and I’ve discovered many others that I adore.

Cleveland is a really rad city. We have so much to see, do, and eat! Obviously, there is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame but I want to make a list of my favorite spots. These are places I visit often, places I love to bike to, and spots I just generally cannot get enough of.  This list is kind of all over Cleveland but I’ve always found this to be a very easy city to travel across so even if you’re staying in downtown it shouldn’t take very long at all to get to any of these places as long as you’re not driving in rush hour.

Mason’s Creamery

4401 Bridge Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Mason’s Creamery is the best ice cream place in Cleveland. Period. It’s a cozy little spot that always has fun new flavors to try. They regularly switch out what they have and offer a handful of vegan options. On my most recent visit, I got Mexican chocolate, it was incredible. On top of that, everyone that works there is super sweet. It’s just always genuinely a great experience. Check out them out on Instagram, @masonscreamery, to get a peek at their current flavors.

La Petit Triangle

1881 Fulton Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
Do you want to eat the tastiest breakfast of your life in a cozy little cafe? Me too! That’s why this spot ranks so highly for me. Every single time Jeff and I go we get the lemon curd crepe, and the smoked salmon omelet and split the two (…ya know with me mostly devouring the lemon curd crepe before he can even take two bites because it’s just that good.) I could literally eat here every day and never get tired of their food. It’s been my reigning favorite breakfast since moving to the area. Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, and all other special days – this is always my choice!

Wendy Park

2800 Whiskey Island Drive, Cleveland, OH 44102
Wendy Park is my beach of choice in Cleveland. It’s certainly not our prettiest or cleanest beach (Try Edgewater!) but I’ve just got a thing for Wendy Park. It’s usually fairly quiet there. There’s even a pier where you can walk out to the old coast guard station, and a great view of the city and some neat bridges. For more beach recommendations or suggestions on where to find beach glass, check out this post I shared earlier in the year.

Dittrick Medical History Center

11000 Euclid Ave #3, Cleveland, OH 44106
The permanent exhibits at this wonderfully strange little museum feature medical instrument collections to document the development of medicine. I shared a handful of photos from one of my visits a little while back, you can find them here. Oh! Did I mention it’s free? Because it is!

Barrio

806 Literary Avenue, Tremont, OH 44113
Barrio has build your own tacos. They have a sheet listing their options for tortillas, proteins, cheeses, toppings, salsas, and sauces. You simply go down the list, checking off what you want, hand it to your server when you’re finished and a short time later you have your own custom taco. It’s cheap, it’s delicious, and it’s an absolute favorite of mine. There’s one located about a block from our home so it’s kind of a weekly thing for us. If you’re not feeling up to the task of creating your own taco, here’s what I get – hard corn tortilla, thai chili tofu, cilantro-lime rice, queso fresco, cilantro + onions topped with cilantro pesto sauce. Their thai chili tofu is one of my favorite things ever. I truly wish I could just go in and buy it to bring home to put on other food!

Rising Star Coffee

1455 W 29th, Cleveland, OH 44113
Rising Star has a few locations throughout the city but I’m particularly fond of their spot in Hingetown. Friendly employees and tasty coffee all in an old firehouse. I highly recommend the Promised Land Latte. Hingetown is a cozy little neighborhood filled with murals so grab a coffee and wander around a bit.

Rockefeller Park Greenhouse

750 E 88th St, Cleveland, OH 44108
Built in 1905, used originally to grow plants for the city. This place is stunning inside and out. There are multiple rooms with different themes and tons and tons of plants. Parking and admission are free. You basically have no excuse to not love this place. Check out some photos from one of my visit’s here.

Edison’s

2365 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
My favorite by-the-slice pizza! It’s not gourmet. It’s probably not healthy but it’s the best greasy pizza I’ve ever had. Grabbing a slice mid-bike ride is one of my favorite past times. Now that I live just a block away, I enjoy bringing home a slice and topping it with goat cheese. SO GOOD. Either way, if you’re in the mood for pizza – head here!

Mural located on the corner of W.25th Street + Chatham Avenue

Even more recommendations…

▴ Angelo’s Pizza – 13715 Madison Avenue
Okay, not technically Cleveland but super close. If Edison’s has the best greasy pizza, Angelo’s has the best “fancy” pizza. It’s insanely delicious.

▴ Loop – 2180 West 11th St
Another one of my favorite coffee shops! A bright, air little spot. Not only do they have great coffee but they also sell records.

▴ Koko Bakery – 3710 Payne Avenue
The cutest little Asian bakery but I wouldn’t know anything about it because I’m just here to chug all the bubble tea.

▴ Terminal Tower Observation Deck – 50 Public Square
My favorite building in our cute little skyline has an observation deck that I so rarely see get mentioned it almost seems like a secret? It’s worth visiting, for sure! It has kind of funny hours though so be sure to check online before going.

▴ The Westside Market – 1979 W 25th Street
Cleveland’s oldest public market. You can grocery shop, find something delicious for lunch or just sit up top and people watch.

▴ The World’s Largest Outdoor Chandelier – intersection of Euclid Avenue and East 14th Street
A little bit random but Cleveland actually has the world’s largest outdoor chandelier, and it is just gorgeous at night. I recommend at least driving under it when you visit!

pizza mural on the corner of Church Ave & West 28th in Hingetown

Where to stay…

I don’t really have any specific recommendations on where to stay other than by area. That being said, I LOVE my neighborhood, Tremont. When traveling, I’m always looking for the equivalent. Hip neighborhood, lots of coffee shops, restaurants, and bars. Cleveland isn’t really known for its shopping, it may be the one thing we’re lacking but Tremont does have a handful of stores. (You can find a list on Walkabout Tremont.) There aren’t any hotels directly in the neighborhood but there are a handful of places on Airbnb. ($40 off your first stay using that link!) Still not sold on Tremont? Well, we have a cat cafe opening up this summer so BAM, beat that. In all seriousness though, Tremont is a great neighborhood. Even if you don’t stay here, at least come walk around.

There are six Cleveland script signs throughout the city. This one is at Edgewater Park.

Enjoy your visit!
xoxo

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fifty miles

by Kaylah Stroup September 5, 2018

For the past three or four years taking a 50 mile bike ride has been on my to-do list. Most years, my friends and I would talk about it but never make plans. Other years we’d try but realize we started too late in the day or that everyone in the group wasn’t up for the task. This year though, we killed it!

The morning of I woke up wondering what in the heck I was getting myself into. Temperatures were going to reach 90, and it was going to be HUMID. I couldn’t imagine biking five miles in the heat, let alone fifty. Not to mention the fact that other than the last two months, we haven’t been riding all that much. Compared to previous summers, I’m definitely a little out of practice.

We started at 7:30 in the morning, hoping to beat the heat. We didn’t. There were some definitely rough moments where perhaps if I were biking alone I’d have just given up. Pride is a pretty powerful motivator though. I certainly didn’t want to be the one who called it quits on the ride.

Staying hydrated when it’s that hot isn’t easy. After mile ten my face was already comically red and felt like fire. Somehow I powered through though. Six hours later with a few generous water breaks, and some a couple photo stops thrown in we rolled back into my driveway at just over 50 miles. I couldn’t be more proud!

A small list of my favorite things from this ride!

▴ Unexpected rain, especially when accompanied by sunshine. Cooled me down enough to keep pedaling the last 10 miles!

▴FINALLY crossing this off my to-do list, especially considering just one week earlier I was hit by a car on my way home from downtown. I’m fine. My bike is fine. I posted a tiny bit about it here. I feel so lucky that I was able to get back on my bike so soon.

▴ Waving at other cyclists.

▴ The cop who turned on his speaker to say ‘Good Morning’ as we biked past his car.

▴ Finding five cents. You should know that Jeff and I are both way into finding sidewalk change… like way more than most people. Five cents isn’t much, obviously, but it is five cents more than I had before. For some reason picking up money on the street just brings me so much joy. 

▴ Group shots with colorful murals. Also – blending into murals.

Learning to bike in the city changed my life. Not only do I obviously feel healthier physically, it’s done wonders for my mental health. Even on my worst days, a bike ride lifts my spirits. I’m still riding high on my accomplishment of a 50 mile ride, even two days later. I LOVE my bike.

Here’s to the next 50 mile ride. Hopefully it doesn’t take another four years to go on another one.
xoxo

My pretty pink bike is from . You can use code ‘kaylahs-sbc-15‘ for 15% off if you decide to order anything from them. This post isn’t sponsored. If it wasn’t already apparent, I really am just super enthusiastic about my bike!
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