Simply Nicole

| a lifestyle blog by Nicole Raudonis, focused on healthy living, home decor, travel and more

Stocking Stuffers Under $30

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Before I get into my post, I wanted to let you know that I am indeed keeping up with my Week of Gratitude.  I didn’t want to Instagram or post about my thank you letter that I sent yesterday, because the friend I sent it to sometimes reads the blog and my social media channels.  I’ll be doing a full recap on Monday!  Today’s task: … [Read more...]

A Week of Gratitude

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Good morning!  If you’re in my area, you probably are freezing right now.  I do have to say that my J.Crew Camp Socks are definitely getting use today; which by the way is on sale for $14.50!  They are by far my favorite purchase in the past month or so and keep my toes warm on days like today. Anyway, back to the purpose of this … [Read more...]

On My Radar: Cold Weather Essentials

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Although the temperatures are quickly getting colder, the fall/winter season is my favorite time of year.  Everything from listening to Christmas songs, watching peaceful snowfalls, creating traditions and finding the perfect gift gets me excited for the season.  *Side note: I’m actually listening to some Michael Buble Christmas music as … [Read more...]

Anniversary and Halloween Party

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Hello! This is the first time that I have tried to compose and publish a post from my cell phone. So if it looks weird, that's why. If it looks normal, then great! I have a lot to get done Tuesday morning so I'm writing this post in bed.I didn't post earlier on Monday because it was me and Bryan's 4 year anniversary. We spent the morning at … [Read more...]

Weekend Recap (5/24- 5/27)

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What a great weekend!  Weekends like these I wish would never end.  Good news, is that my week is pretty short – only 3 days.  I’m taking off on Friday for Lauren’s Rehearsal dinner.  This upcoming weekend is going to be busy, but I’m SO looking forward to a weekend down the shore. Here’s my recap from Memorial Day Weekend. … [Read more...]

5 Things I Love

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Happy Valentine’s day!  Bryan and I have this tradition that we exchange gifts at midnight on holidays and birthdays.  Yesterday after work, however, I went to happy hour with some friends from my old job and I ended up falling asleep around 9:30.  Bry woke me up around 11:30 and we exchanged gifts then instead.  There was NO … [Read more...]

Happy 4th Birthday!

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Today marks the 4th birthday of Simply Nicole!  As my blog continues to grow, I am most grateful for my readers.  Thank you to each and every one of you who continue to read, comment, and share your stories with me.  I can’t wait to embark on another year with every one! Resolutions from 2012 Last year around this time, I made … [Read more...]