Okay, so I’m looking back at the last four months and it’s honestly crazy to see everything we’ve done!


At the end of 2025, we packed up everything and made the move across the country from California to North Carolina, with our dog Athena (who is an anxious German Shepard)! My husband is in the military and while this wasn't our first move because of orders, this was our first PCS across the country! The drive itself became part of the experience, with stops at some really beautiful and memorable places along the way! We stopped in Flagstaff AZ, Amarillo TX, Little Rock AR, and Knoxville TN. The Big Texan Motel in Amarillo was definitely a highlight of the trip! The themed room was a fun touch and the steak house across the street hit the spot after a long day of travel!


We arrived at our new home just before Christmas! Since then, life has been a mix of settling in and exploring. We spent the holidays unpacking and getting comfortable in our new space! As the new year began, we jumped into a few home projects—"redoing" the spare bathroom and giving one of our closets a much-needed refresh. There’s something really satisfying about slowly making a space feel like your own.


One of the most memorable moments so far has been experiencing our first real snowstorm here. It was equal parts exciting and surreal—especially coming from the desert. Athena absolutely loved it, which made it even better. Watching her run around the backyard like it was the best day ever is definitely a memory I’ll hold onto!


As the weeks have gone on, we’ve started exploring more of the area around us. From walking through the beautiful Airlie Gardens in Wilmington NC, going to battle of the breweries at the Carolina Home and Gardens, and nature walks in local parks, it’s been so fun getting to know this new environment. There’s a completely different kind of beauty here—lush, coastal, and full of character—and it’s been incredibly inspiring, both personally and creatively.


On the business side, this season has been just as exciting! I’ve been scouting new locations for photoshoots, connecting with local photographers and brides for upcoming weddings, and have done a few model calls and styled shoots. Getting to build and grow in a new place has been such a rewarding challenge, and I’m feeling really energized by all the possibilities ahead!


So far, North Carolina has been everything we hoped for and more. It already feels like home, and I’m so excited to continue exploring, creating, and building a life here over the next couple of the years.



If you’re local or have spent time in Eastern North Carolina (Jacksonville, Wilimington, New Bern, etc), I would absolutely love to hear your recommendations—whether it’s your favorite hidden gem, a beautiful photo location, a local coffee shop, or just a place you think we shouldn’t miss. We’re always looking for new spots to explore!



Here’s to new places, new experiences, and everything still to come.



Interior of a loaded moving truck with furniture, appliances, lamps, and an orange ladder secured inside.
A black and tan German Shepherd dog sitting in the back seat of a car with a seat cover and snacks nearby.
Man in plaid shirt sitting on gray couch with large black and tan dog resting beside him in cozy living room.
Big Texan Steak Ranch restaurant exterior with iconic cowboy sign and Western-style building at dusk in Amarillo, TX.
Rustic bedroom with wooden star headboard, longhorn mount on brick wall, and matching bedside lamps.
Two steaks with sides including mac and cheese, baked beans, and mashed potatoes served on Big Texan branded plates.
A decorated Christmas tree with warm lights and a green bow topper stands in a cozy living room corner with gifts nearby.
Living room with hardwood floors, ceiling fan, Christmas tree, packed boxes and bags ready for moving.
Shopping cart filled with household items including paper towels, storage containers, and kitchen supplies at a retail store.
man assembling a large wooden bookshelf using a power drill in a modern living room.
Couple posing with German Shepherd dog in snowy winter landscape surrounded by tall pine trees.
A black and tan German Shepherd dog playing joyfully in deep white snow outdoors.
A German Shepherd dog plays in the snow while two people embrace outdoors among tall pine trees during a snowfall.
Woman in denim jacket, wide-leg jeans, tan sweater, UGG boots, and black cap takes mirror selfie.
Bojangles fast food meal on a tray with fries, two drinks, a wrapped burger, and a glazed biscuit sandwich.
Man dining at upscale steakhouse with surf and turf meal, lobster, steak, soup, and sides on wooden table.
North Carolina Photographer with glasses holding a vintage Canon camera smiling at the beach in a cozy brown sweater.
Pregnant couple holding hands on a sandy beach at sunset, waves gently rolling in behind them.
A bride in a lace ballgown and groom in a gray suit stand back-to-back at a floral-decorated wedding altar.
Bride and groom in cowboy hat petting a dark horse at golden hour on a sunny farm with white fence.
Couple reaching toward each other on a grassy hill under a blue sky in a romantic outdoor setting.
Person with glasses smiling outdoors under a bright blue sky with wispy clouds near a residential building.
A blooming white flowering tree stands against tall pine trees under a clear blue sky in a landscaped park setting.
Serene Southern bayou with Spanish moss-draped cypress trees, blooming white flowers, and calm reflective water under a clear blue sky.
A smiling couple takes a selfie outdoors beneath sprawling moss-draped oak trees in a lush green park on a sunny day.
A beer flight on a white tray sits on a rustic wooden table in a greenhouse-style restaurant with tropical plants.
Sunlit forest trail winding through tall green trees with dappled light filtering through lush canopy on a sunny day.
Woman in plaid dress lying on green grass, reading a book beside a camera on a sunny day in a park in Jacksonville North Carolina
A young woman with glasses in a yellow shirt smiles while cuddling with a black and tan dog on a gray couch.
Cozy reading nook with green armchair, arc rattan lamp, tall bookshelf, wooden cabinet, and floral curtains in a warm living room.
A joyful woman in a yellow sweater and jeans dancing on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background in Jacksonville North Carolina

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