Hello! It’s now Monday evening but I wanted to pop in and share what we’ve been up to. Writing this with a sad but grateful heart. We just dropped Riley off for her junior year of college. More on that in a minute.
A FUN NIGHT OUT
We had such a great summer with everyone under one roof. And inevitably, my two get closer by the end of summer and then it’s time to say goodbye. Riley chose Sushi Row for our dinner out before returning to school. It’s a darling spot in Nashville. Whoever designed it did a fantastic job. It really is a beautiful spot. This is just the bar area but he restaurant is so charming.
THOUGHTS ON TRADITION
This past week I shared some thoughts on the why behind our traditions. Some of you shared important traditions you have in your own families and it made me smile ear to ear reading them. There is something so genuine and heartfelt when someone talks about a family tradition. It’s like the feelings jump off the screen and I love that.
UNDER THE GOLDEN DOME
We were up at 4:30 am on Sunday to drive our girl to South Bend. It’s about 6.5 hours from us so not too bad. It’s always so wonderful to be back on campus. If you ever have the chance to visit, I know you won’t be disappointed. Notre Dame was definitely showing off this weekend as it was 76° and sunny for move in. Dreamy! Usually it’s terribly hot and humid in August so we got really lucky.
NEW DORM ROOM
Riley and her roommate have a wonderful room. Because ND requires students to stay on campus for three years, juniors always have a great pick. This room has high ceilings and the pretty windows so it really is lovely. Her roommate had not yet moved in but has the same setup right across from Riley’s side. I know the girls are going to have a wonderful year.
I completely failed in the photo department. Never took a before photo and only two of this shot and the room wasn’t even done. I guess we were just so in the moment and powering through. These chairs worked out so well. The desks are on either side of these but there was just enough room. The sconces add so much charm. They have a nice warm glow and can be hung with velcro command stripes. Super easy.
THIS MORNING
We managed to move her in in just two hours which was great. We gave her some alone time to settle back in and organize her space. But it was wonderful to see her this morning for breakfast. Classes began today so it was the perfect start to a new semester.
THE GROTTO
Ryan and I took a walk around campus and ended up at The Grotto where we lit a candle for our loved ones. It’s so hard to believe Riley is already a junior. I hope she has the time of her life and embraces this special place.
IN OTHER NEWS
On an entirely different note, Riley worked hard all summer and treated herself to this wool jacket. She’ll get so much use out of it as it turns to fall. It just arrived (of course after we had left for school) and it’s gorgeous. I’ll be sending it to her. She bought an XS and I would have bought a small for myself. It’s truly so pretty in person. Will look great with denim, too.
If you missed this week’s Saturday Shopping, you can get caught up here. I shared Ryan’s favorites shirts, our drapery panels, classic fall pieces, a cute Ralph Lauren poster Riley used, and a great Labor Day sale from Wayfair.
Thank you for taking a moment to be here. I hope you’ve had a wonderful Monday.
