Hi, I’m Kelsey.

I’m obsessed with books

and making things better

I love reading and learning about all the things, including faith, personal development, interior design, all things home, and personal finance. I use this space to document life in a new(ish) city (Washington, D.C. area!) and everything I’m learning. Read more about me here.

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Dark & Moody Green Bedroom Inspiration

Dark & Moody Green Bedroom Inspiration

One of my goals this year is to have a home that's functional AND beautiful. Our bedroom is (fairly) functional, but now it needs to be beautiful! I've been thinking about what direction and color to go with our bedroom for the last 11 months that we have lived in our...

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May 2021Goals – In which we start a big transition

May 2021Goals – In which we start a big transition

Happy May! This is a BIG month for the Smythe fam because my husband graduates with his Master's degree! I'm so proud of all the hard work he's put in and happy that he can finally move on to the next chapter. And he's definitely excited for the big transition out of...

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Quick Lit: Books I’ve Read Recently

Quick Lit: Books I’ve Read Recently

In the month of March I completed 7 books and read approximately 2,528 pages. Not every book I read deserves its own blog post (like this one), but I always love hearing what other people have enjoyed. Or better yet, what they have NOT enjoyed. So I thought I'd share...

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Better living

A good life doesn’t have to wait on other people or circumstances. You have the ability to find your meaningful life, starting now.

Better money

Every woman can feel confident in her personal finance plan, no matter how many dollars she brings in or what her bank account currently holds.

Better books

Books are the backbone of living your best life. I discover some of the best ones out there and share all the deets.

“Accepting oneself does not preclude an attempt to become better.”

-Flannery O’Connor

 

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