The Travel Countdown is On!

The beauty of working in the non-profit world is the insane amount of vacation days they give you to make up for lack of salary. Hey, I will take a super rewarding job and tons of PTO over a big salary any day of the week. With the last quarter of the year approaching quickly, I am still sitting on 15 days to use and by golly... I'm ready for some time off!

Knowing that Adam will be out in Spokane, Washington in October, I thought it would be perfect to fly in to and meet him for an extra long weekend! We have set our sights on beautiful Coeur d'Alene, Idaho after falling in love with it on our adventure last winter, and it's just a 30 minute drive to CDA from Spokane (and a gorgeous one at that).

Last Friday, I booked our little mini trip and I can hardly contain my excitement! Spending time with my favorite guy in the most breathtaking spot has me antsy for some fresh air and the end of October!

Here's a glimpse at our trip...

Looking forward to checking into the award-winning gorgeous Coeur d'Alene Resort and Spa that is nestled right on the tree-lined lake. The views are insane all over the resort. I loved soaking in the sunset while sitting by the fire in our lakeside room - so cozy!

I have also booked a relaxing couples massage at the resort spa so we can really enjoy unwinding together. When Adam goes to Spokane for business trips it's a lot of long days and manual labor, so I think he will really enjoy taking it easy after a crazy week.

The actual downtown of Coeur d'Alene is very classic, quaint, and picturesque. Rows and rows or brick buildings that house local boutiques and cute restaurants in abundance. Last year I found the most amazing Christmas shop and you can only imagine how much restraint I had to exercise to not walk out with the whole store. Can't wait to go back!

We are also excited to do a lot of hiking around the lake trails everyday and taking in the sights. Last year when I was there the leaves were all golden yellow and it was so stunning!

We are also looking into taking a 3 hour drive west to visit Glacier National Park. I've never been to Montana before, so I would really love to check another state off my bucket list!

Every single photo we've seen of Glacier looks incredible - crystal clear lakes, great hiking, scenic drives - yes please! I am not quite sure if it will be open for visitors still at the end of October, but if it is I am dying to explore!

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Have you been to the Northwest before? 
What's on your travel bucket list?

Adventure here I come!

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19 Things on My Summer Bucket List

Ever since I was a little girl, I lived for sweet summertime. I remember that when I was 8-years-old I used to keep a countdown of days until summer in my Precious Moments diary, and on that sweet day when school finally let out, I felt completely free. What can I say, I'm just a summer girl.

There was always so much mischief to get into, wild adventures to be had, and new things to try. Twenty years later, I am still that same blonde haired, barefoot, hippie child craving some time outdoors soaking up the sunshine.

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So, I let my love for the season take over, and I created my little personal bucket list so that I can soak in all the sunny months have to offer...

Bucket List //

+ weekly trips to City Market

+ make homemade jam

+ finally visit the zoo (instead of watching the Penguin Cam daily...)

+ learn how to master pie crust

+ berry picking at Wohletz Farm

    (june / strawberries, july / blueberries, august / peaches and blackberries)

+ play mini golf

+ visit Stone Pillar for live music Fridays at the vineyard (or Yoga in the Vines on Sundays!)

+ eat crackerjacks while cheering on the Royals

+ picnic at Jazz in the Woods

+ learn to can

+ go hiking

+ visit food truck circle

+ make homemade ice cream

+ catch a drive-in movie or musical outside

+ read 8+ books

+ visit Little Freshie in Westside

+ go on a float trip 

+ go watch the hot air balloon festival

+ stay at a bed & breakfast

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The list could really go on and on - I love living in such a fun city! Can't wait to rally the troops to go knock some of these awesome items off the list! 

In the meanwhile, I am loving this summer bucket list printable from You Are My Fave. Such a cute way to keep my bucket list organization in tact!

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Tell me... what's on your summer bucket list?

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The Perfect Fall Bucket List

M y goodness, I've been pretty MIA lately, haven't I?
With October being the busiest month of the work year for me (hello breast cancer awareness!), I've been exausted. I get home and all I want to do is unplug... and possibly go to bed even if it's 8:30 p.m. Hollaatchaworkingirl!

But you know what? Today is already rather lovely.
Traffic was light. The office is quiet and almost empty. And I turned on my beloved Christmas music today (yes, I'm out of control). It's my favorite season, and I love this.

I'm in a good mood today.

It's my favorite season, and I'm loving the arrival of fall! You should see Kansas City this time of year. Breathtaking trees in every warm shade, slightly chilly weather, and lots of fun to be discovered in the city. I'm ready to break out the cozy fall sweaters and find some fall adventures with my love and friends.

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This weekend is welcomed with open arms. This is our first weekend where we don't have a darn thing planned... and we love it.

I was daydreaming about my perfect autumn weekend and fun date ideas on the way into work this morning. I came up with so many fun things I'd love to do... hence, this amazing list of adventures was created!

 { My Perfect Fall Bucket List }

+ roast marshmallows on the patio

+ sip pumpkin beer

+ make caramel apples

+ host a fall party

+ visit the vineyard on a live music friday night

+ fancy coffee date

+ explore the nature trails on a hike

+ volunteer together

+ football watch party w/ themed snacks

+ go on a picnic at the park

+ visit the apple cider mill (again!)

+ make pumpking pancakes & have a lazy morning

+ trip to the pumpkin patch

+ cozy day movie marathon

+ go apple picking

+ take a day trip

+ bake fall pies

+ play catch with the football

+ visit the zoo

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Well now I can barely contain my excitement!! I have a feeling that we'll knock some items off of the bucket list this weekend, and I can't wait to share the fun with all of you next week!

I have a feeling like my Pinterest will probably explode form ideas this weekend, and I will wear google out by searching for some local fun... I can't wait!

{ What's on your fall bucket list, friends? }

Have a fun-filled autumn weekend!