The Teacher Diva

What I Pack for a Staycation

    This past weekend Austin and I celebrated my birthday with a staycation in Dallas. It was so much fun to have a weekend just the two of us and truly relax. It's a great way to "get away" without actually getting away. Highly recommend a staycation if you are getting the travel bug, but not ready to fly. We've done a few staycations this year and I wanted to share what I typically pack for a staycation. I keep it low-key and try to eliminate any extras I don't need. I hate unpacking and this saves me from putting back the things I didn't even wear or use. ...

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My Dallas Guide to Dining, Shopping and Beauty Services

This is always a popular question in my DM's, so I figured it made the most sense to have a spot for me to list out all my favorite Dallas spots. If you're a local, feel free to comment and add to the list! ...

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Our Dallas Staycation

Birthdays have looked much different this past year and with Austin's birthday (today!), I wanted to celebrate him in a way that was safe, yet allowed us to feel like we were on an actual vacation. I surprised him with a Dallas staycation over the weekend and we had the best time. ...

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My Top Picks for Brunch in Dallas

When it comes to brunch, Dallas doesn't mess around. From chicken and waffles to a decked out mimosa bar, I've got you covered. This is by far one of the most asked questions I get from TTD readers when they are coming to visit the DFW area. With that, I am pleased to present you with a list of my top picks for a Dallas brunch. Cheers! ...

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5 Ways to be a Tourist in Your Own City this Fall

Dallas is an incredible city and I feel so lucky to call it home. We have a great food scene, beautiful neighborhoods, and arguably some of the best shopping. And though I love the hustle of New York City and San Francisco, this is a perfect place for us to call home. But sometimes, Austin and I struggle to get creative when it comes to dates or things to do on the weekend. We have our typical "dinner and a movie", which I honestly love, but there are times when you want to mix things up a bit. ...

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Favorite Coffee Spots in Dallas

It's no secret Austin and I love finding good coffee spots. If you follow my Instagram you know this is true! I often get asked about my go-to spots for trendy, "Instagram worthy" coffee shops in Dallas. Here are a few of our favorites for taste + aesthetic. Cheers! xx Ashley ...

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Join Me- AllSaints Opening in Dallas

One of the great things about living in Dallas is the we get access to a lot of great stores. But we don't have everything, so I always get excited when a new store opens. AllSaints is a brand that I have respected for quite some time and I am so happy they are finally in Dallas. They are everything I love in a closet: timeless, classic and minimal. ...

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A Dallas Staycation

A couple weekends ago, Austin and I decided to do a little Summer Staycation in Downtown Dallas (you may remember seeing photos from our trip over on Snapchat). We love traveling and exploring new places, but there's something nice about enjoying the city we live in. The Joule is one of our absolute favorite hotels in Dallas and we love any excuse to getaway. ...

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Coffee Date with Kate

Hi everyone! I am so excited to share a few pictures and a fun interview I did with Kate from The Small Things Blog. She was in Dallas a few weekends ago, and Austin and I had the pleasure of meeting her downtown at Mercat Bistro. This was my first time to meet her face-to-face, but after a few short minutes, it was like we've been long time friends. We talked about our favorite things, shared funny stories, and of course talked about all things hair! Chances are you know Kate, but if you don't, you will quickly learn that she is a hair genius (seriously, I know you've seen her all over Pinterest). When it comes to tools, products, and tutorials, this girl has you covered! We had so much fun sitting down and chatting with Kate. She is just so nice and genuine...I hope to work with her again soon! Here are a few questions from our interview. Enjoy! ...

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Coffee Run

Each weekend, Austin and I look forward to what we call our "breakfast date". It's a little tradition we picked up from my in-laws (they've done this for several years!), where we go try a new place for breakfast on Saturday or after church on Sunday. We love this part of the weekend and this encourages us to get out, try new things, and enjoy the city we live in! Our schedules are pretty busy at times, so we look forward to that quality time, just the two of us. One of our recent trips was to Boulangerie by Village Baking Co. on Lower Greenville. This little cafe is so adorable with white marble tables, checkered stools, and not to mention the pastries are quite yummy. This was our first trip but it will not be our last! I highly recommend the Almond Croissant and Austin recommends the Bacon and Cheddar Croissant. I loved wearing this colorful outfit while we were out. You may have noticed, I tend to wear a lot of neutrals and black, so this was a change for me...but I love it! This Ferragamo Shoulder Bag from Luisaviaroma is the perfect neutral color and goes with so many prints and patterns. I loved the way it looked with this teal blazer. Seeing these colors together make me ...

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