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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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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A Weekend in Austin: Things to do, Where to Eat, and My Favorite Hotels

We went to Austin a few weeks ago and had the best time exploring the city. Being in Dallas, we aren't too far away from Austin...I don't know why we don't go more often. It's a great place for a girl's trip, weekend getaway with your partner or family. We should definitely go there more! ...

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Here’s How We Survived Traveling with a Baby

This post has been a long time coming, but I figured it'd be more helpful to write everything out vs share in stories.  I know a lot of people travel to be with family and friends over the next couple of months with Spring Break and Summer, so if that happens to be you - and it's your first time flying with a baby - I truly hope sharing what Aus and I learned in our experience is helpful. ...

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Our Trip to Vegas — What I Wore, Restaurant Picks and Travel Vlog

We just got back from Vegas for our first official trip post-George and though we talked about him probably every 10 minutes, it was truly so fun to get away and just have time for Austin and I. We didn't even bring our laptops -- we literally unplugged the whole weekend from work and it was amazing. If you are a workaholic -- I suggest unplugging every now and then. So good for mental health.  ...

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What I Packed For Our Babymoon to Palm Springs

Hello from Palm Springs! Austin and I are here on a little babymoon/last Valentine's Day before the baby. It has been super chill and very relaxing, to say the least, which is everything we wanted in a babymoon. We are also getting to see my family next week in Orange County, which will be a nice addition to the trip as well.  ...

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Faux Fur in London

Hello from London! If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I have had a serious faux fur addiction while being here. I mean, with this cold weather you need to do all you can to stay warm! I picked up this Leopard Print Faux Fur Coat from Nordstrom before we left. It is definitely a bit out there for me, but I just love the print and it's incredibly soft and warm. ...

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Sonoma County Wine Month

Last month I was able to visit Sonoma County and still have not stopped thinking about this trip — nor have my girlfriends. I had about 15 text messages between our group of friends already planning a girls trip next spring. With that being said, if you're looking for a girls getaway or a romantic weekend with your loved one, you may want to consider Sonoma County. It has 18 unique regions, and more than 60 grape varieties thrive there. Each growing regions and every vineyard is distinctive, with climate, soils, and site creating unique characteristics. ...

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Our Favorite Pizza Spots Around New York City

Being in New York this past week had me seriously craving a good slice of New York style pizza. While the week has been pretty busy, we were able to make it to a few pizza places around the city that were too good not to pass along. Some of these places came from suggestions by you guys, so thank you for contributing to today's post! If your favorite place didn't make the list, let us know your recommendation in the comments below. ...

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My Ultimate NYFW Beauty Survival Kit

Happy Fashion Week everyone! Today kicks off part two of the festivities and I wanted to give you guys a little peek in my beauty bag this trip. In the six years I've been attending NYFW, I've learned a few things about skincare. What works, what doesn't and what I will never leave home without. Below I'm breaking down my ultimate NYFW Beauty Survival Kit. Have you tried any of these? Or better yet, let us know what you always pack when jet-setting! ...

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