Ordinary & Everyday
Collection of our humor stories and little-life adventures.
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New Orleans Jazz Fest Recap: A First Weekend to Remember
Happy Jazz Fest, y’all! This New Orleans Jazz Fest recap covers our first-ever weekend at the festival—and not shocking, it was amazing. Between biking to the fairgrounds, unforgettable food, and once-in-a-lifetime performances, it quickly became one of our favorite Louisiana detours yet. New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Presented By Shell – New Orleans Jazz
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A November to Remember
November didn’t ease in quietly this year — it showed up loud, cozy, and full important moments. From live music at one of our favorite local venues to Thanksgiving traditions, this month was packed with small joys, big feelings, and lots of love. If there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that the best months aren’t
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We’re Married! Wedding Day Highlights & Family Moments
The past few months have been a whirlwind of emotions, milestones, andbig changes… but the main update? We’re married, y’all! On September 20th, we tied the knot at City Park’s McDonogh, perfectly timed with a golden sunset because we’re pretty lucky (and great planners). With our immediate families by our sides, a last-minute location switch
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Cozy October Vibes: Live Music and Fall Festivities
A Jimmy Buffet tribute at Chelseas Alabama Asked for a selfie at Zoso’s concert and ended up with this 😂 90s Country + Alt Rock Dachshund races and Oktoberfest celebrations at Urban South Halloween 2025: Straight Outta Time Caitlin’s First Hockey Game Marc (a lifelong Nashville Predators fan) got to teach Caitlin the ins
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Celebrating Our Wedding Shower with Family and Friends
We did things our own way (on brand) and opted to celebrate our wedding shower after the ceremony. With out-of-town guests in town and our favorite people all together, it felt like the perfect excuse to keep the celebration going. Hosted by my mom, sister, aunt, cousin, and besties, it was absolutely perfect — and
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Weekend Adventure to Cat Island: Hiking and Cypress Trees
A quick trip to Cat Island, Louisiana reminded us that sometimes the best adventures are the simple ones. Towering cypress trees and quiet trails make you feel like you escaped without actually going far. A much-needed hike complete with fresh air, muddy shoes, and a solid reminder of how lucky we are to have spots
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California & Louisiana August Highlights: Road Trips, Red Dress Run & Bachelorette Fun
Weekend Kickoff: California We started August with a quick trip out to California to celebrate Marc’s grandparents’ anniversary. While there, Marc made sure Caitlin tried the famous special at Joe Jost’s. The next morning, we took an early morning detour to dip our toes in the Pacific Ocean at Newport Beach (a first for Caitlin),
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RAGBRAI 2025: Cycling Across Iowa on a Multi-Day Adventure
What is RAGBRAI? RAGBRAI (Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa) is the world’s largest multi-day recreational bike ride, attracting thousands of cyclists each summer. Over seven days, riders travel anywhere 400–500 miles from the Missouri River to the Mississippi, crossing Iowa, enjoying local food, live music, and the fellowship with fellow cyclists. It’s a
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Denver and Morrison: Coors Field, Golden Eats & Red Rocks Concerts
First Pitch at Coors Field We kicked off the trip with the Colorado Rockies game — Caitlin’s very first Major League Baseball experience — starting with $3 beers at the Coors Field Rooftop before the first pitch. The sun dipped low over the stadium, the crowd buzzing as the game began. Flavors of Golden An
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Rest Days and Rocky Mountain Adventures
We left Echo Park in the morning, heading toward Glenwood Springs. Along the way, we hiked up a small hill overlooking the town to visit Doc Holliday’s grave—the exact location remains lost to time, but a monument stands in his honor. The afternoon was spent soaking in the hot springs at Iron Mountain, charcuterie and