I am so excited to introduce many of you to Brittany, the person behind The Kardia. When I first became aware of her blog, I instantly became her biggest fan. It's funny, after a few emails sent back and forth between each other, we realized how much we had in common; we now think of each other as a "long lost twin".

Brittany is a Minnesotan. She has a love for the outdoors, and photography. She is a college student on the journey to getting her Bachelor's Degree in Marketing. Not only does she successfully balance college life & blogging life, she also saves time for her boyfriend, with whom she has been dating ever since she was sixteen (precious)!! On Brittany's blog you can find an array of tips/things related to: blogging, dating, faith, goals, how-to's, journaling, as well as many subcategories under lifestyle. 

Though I have yet to meet Brittany in person (but plan to in the near future), I just know that she has the kindest heart. I want each and every one of you to know about her! Not only is it fun to follow her blog, keep up with her daily adventures, and learn from her awesome tips/tricks, it's fun to make a new friend (especially one like her)!!

Now, enjoy learning a little more about Brittany :)

WHY DID YOU NAME YOUR BLOG, THE KARDIA?

1.) I really wanted the name of my blog to have some meaning to it. As I was looking up the meanings of different words, I came across the Greek word Kardia, meaning heart. I loved it! I knew I wanted my blog to be a space of honesty, love, and encouragement and that is why my blog is The Heart :)

 WHO IS YOUR BIGGEST SUPPORTER IN LIFE?

2.) My biggest supporters in life would definitely be my family and Caleb. They encourage me to work hard and go for my dreams, no matter how big they are.

WHO IS YOUR MOST FAVORITE BLOGGER RIGHT NOW?

3.) I have a lot of favorite bloggers! But one of my must read bloggers is Life Could Be a Dream. I love how she encourages others and shares advice and tips on the many subjects that she is passionate about. Plus, her son is adorable! 

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE KIND OF "ME TIME"?

4.) My "Me Time" includes cuddling on the couch and reading blogs or books or listening to music while eating some ice cream :)

FAVORITE SEASON?

5.) Picking one season is so hard. But if I had to choose, I'd say that my favorite season is fall. I love how it's still warm out but you can still feel that chill coming in. I love being able to wear boots and sweaters and seeing the wonderful colors of the leaves changing.

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN FIVE YEARS?

6.) In 5 years I'll be 24! At that age, I see myself married and maybe having a baby on the way. I will have graduated with a double major and own a shop that sells handmade items by me and my husband :)

COUNTRY OR CITY LIFE? 

7.) I choose country life that isn't too far away from the city. I love the freedom and space you get in the country, but I do admit that I love suburban life as well. I want to own land and not have neighbors right next door. 

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 3, MOST FAVORITE POSTS YOU'VE WRITTEN?

8.) Since launching The Kardia in August, my favorite posts that I've written would have to be The Birth of a Blog, September Goals, and my Photography Bucket List. Check them out! 

FAVORITE BOOK?

9.) I always end up changing my favorite book. It's so hard to pick! Right now, I'd say my favorite book would have to be Tuesdays with Morrie. I read it for a class in high school and it was so moving that I'll never forget it. It's a wonderful, heartfelt book and I believe everyone who has the chance should read it.

FAVORITE QUOTE?

10.) A vision without action is nothing but a hallucination. I read that somewhere when I was 16 and it made me stop in my tracks. If you have a dream but don't do anything to make it come true, that's all it will ever be. A dream.

Sunday Post #2

I'm baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!!!! :D

Hello my friends, I hope that your Sunday is starting off right; I started mine off with this good ol' cup of coffee! It's pretty much delicious, and it's all because of this guy. Goodness, I cannot believe a whole week has already gone by! Let me do a little recap of my adventures since the last time we talked:

1. I went on the most perfect date with a very handsome guy! :) We went to a theme park to play put put golf, and then proceeded to have a delicious dinner under glowing lights! Not that this is relevant, but I had a delicious Greek chicken pita sandwich, and some warm/cheesy/creamy spinach & artichoke dip with toasted pita bread slices...... are you drooling yet? Words don't do this food justice.... I tried :(
2. I went to my school's club fair, and got to enjoy hanging out with my new, awesome friends, and also sign up for some new clubs!
3. I went SHOPPING for some new, fall clothes, which instantly put me in a fantastic mood! I don't know why, but adding a few new additions to my closest made my mood ten times better that particular day. Crazy how that works, huh?..... By the way, you all should go check out Old Navy's Labor Day sales! They. Rock.
4. Today I bought the ingredients to make this delicious Greek quinoa salad & these clean-eating berry muffins! I am going to portion the salad into mason jars, and eat it for lunch the rest of the week. As for the muffins, they will be my breakfast! (crossing my fingers they turn out yummy)!!
5. I started my lifting regime again!! #teammuscle For any of you that want to start working out and/or lifting, you should go check out bodybuilding.com. On the website you can find workouts to target certain muscle groups. 
6. I got a call from my little sissy saying that she got asked to her first, high school, homecoming dance!! Ahhhhh I was so excited for her, but at the same time.... it's bittersweet. I can't believe my baby sister is going to be going to her first dance already. On the bright side, I can't wait to help her pick out her first dress! :) 
7. Lastly, this morning, for the very first time....... I went to a Christian church. My good friend Jill (bless her heart for inviting me) had asked me last night if I wanted to go with her. Normally I would have made up an excuse as to why I couldn't go (because I like to stay home on Sunday's); however, an excited feeling crept over me, and I wanted to say yes! So I did just that, and let me tell ya friends....... I have never in my life felt so moved. I feel close to God today, and quite frankly, its one of the best feelings I've ever felt.

Say Yes to New Adventures

TOP LEFT: This is me doing my "I'm so nervous for my date tonight" look. But gladly, it all went well. Luck must have been on my shoulder the whole time! :P

TOP RIGHT: I woke up early on Friday morning in order to get in a nice 2-mile run before my classes started. I love running early enough to watch the sun rise; do you ever do this?  

BOTTOM LEFT: Sooooo Thursday was an EXTREMELY busy day for me, well, that's what it seemed like anyway. So in order to make it feel like all my hard work had been recognized for the day, I of course treated myself to a creamy, delicious cup of almond milk/vanilla malt frozen yogurt!! On top of this wonderfulness I had peanut butter M&M's, organic granola, one Reeses Peanut Butter Cup, crushed Butterfinger, and caramel turtles. It's basically the best thing on earth.

BOTTOM RIGHT: Tuesday's and Thursday's are some of my busiest days. I work out at 6 in the morning, and have to go straight from my workout to my 8 o'clock Spanish class. Time was pretty slim, and I had forgotten to bring something for breakfast to eat after my workout. So, I ran to the store to grab some of my favorites. A cold bottle of coffee paired with a chewy, energizing granola bar makes for a very awake me during class!

Blogs to Follow:

Back to Her Roots - I discovered Cassie's blog yesterday (after looking at another one of my favorite bloggers post). Cassie is an amazing food blogger, as well as a graphic designer, country gal, new mommy, and wife. She seems like the kind of person I'd love to call my friend!

Dearest Love - Thanks to Logan over at Logan Can, I discovered Jenna's blog. Every Friday Jenna hosts a link-up party called "Coffee Date" (that title alone made me excited to see what her blog was all about!) I would be pretty happy if I could go have coffee with her someday! She is a cute 2nd grade teacher that lives in Atlanta, and blogs about the wonderful things in life. Go have a look-see; you won't be disappointed!

Enjoying the Small Things - Wow. I am so incredibly happy I came across Kelle's blog. She is definitely a person you guys should follow. Not only is she a beautiful mama.... she is also a wife, writer, blogger, photographer, and so much more!

Random Links:

Ooey, Gooey Chocolate Chip & Toffee Bars

Must Have Shoes For Early Fall

15 Autumn Pumpkin Projects & Recipes

Summer Meets Fall With Pressed Flower Candles

Crisp Air

Chai-Spiced Cinnamon Rolls

Random Facts:

• I don't sing in the shower because I'm always afraid of someone hearing me... even when i'm the only one home
• I don't like wearing bras. Once I'm home, it's gone (well... unless I have company). Common ladies you know you do it too!
• I don't catch onto jokes as quickly as most people. If I don't get it, then I try and play it off like I do by laughing
• I eat peanut butter every day whether its on a rice cake, a banana, another kind of fruit, on my toast, or on my oatmeal pancakes
• Gum to me is like a cigarette to a smoker
• Country music has my heart
• I have been told I have vampire eyes, like the Cullens on Twilight 

Captures Of The Week

THIS WEEK I'M LINKING UP WITH:


Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you all have a wonderful week! Keep in touch with me through Instagram; I would love to chit chat with you! :)

--McKenna <3

On Vacation.... Catch Me In One Week

 Okay so.... I'm not exactly going on vacation.

As of now, I have decided (after being totally overwhelmed this morning) that I am going to take one week off from posting anything to my blog. It's okay, you don't have to cry.... ;) I'm hoping to get a lot of research done in this time, so that you can have more enjoyable, interesting, funny, and informative posts to read!

Plus, in exactly one week I will be back in Colorado for school. Do you know what that means? It means I will have a quadrillion more new, and exciting things to post about!!! #ilovecollege Lots and lots to come your way, so please, just be patient with me :) Until then.... I hope you all have a fantastic week full of laughter, fun, relaxation, and adventure.

Lots of love from little Meesha (my sissy's puppy) and I,

--McKenna <3

New at this "Blogging" thing!

Hello everybody,

I am new to this this "blogging" thing, so please bare with me and pretend like you enjoy reading what I have to say.... Ha ha! The main point of my blog is this... I want people to see what my every day kind of life is like: my adventures, my accomplishments, my failures, my friends, my family, my fitness regime, my hobbies, my travels, my life in college, my lessons learned, my health & beauty tips, and other stuff too that I'm sure I've forgotten! I want this to be a happy place for everyone. If I can help one of you through a hard time, or help to get motivated to be a better you, my job will be done. I wish each and every one of you a fabulous day, and stay safe! 

McKenna :)