Originally From: Lake Orion, Michigan
I have: A B.A. in Communication Studies with an Art History minor from U of M
I work: As a Corporate Recruiter for an RPO firm...I'm fortunate to be able to work from home (and wear yoga pants) every day!
I am: An extrovert, oldest child, right brain
I have: A B.A. in Communication Studies with an Art History minor from U of M
I work: As a Corporate Recruiter for an RPO firm...I'm fortunate to be able to work from home (and wear yoga pants) every day!
I am: An extrovert, oldest child, right brain
I love: Living out West, my awesome family (who I miss terribly), quotes, farmer's markets, making lists, pink (duh), New York City, blogging, black and white photography, avocados, cute stationary, Lake Michigan/Traverse City, traditions, holidays, staying up way too late all the time, pink peonies (my wedding/all-time favorite flower), Target, self serve fro-yo with lots of candy, yoga (hot/bikram yoga in particular), pedicures, a glass of white wine/malbec/cabernet, shopping, dark chocolate, Friends reruns, baking, dresses, green tea, magazines, the idea of moving over to Europe
Name: Cameron Richard
Originally From: Hillsboro, Oregon
He has: A BSE in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's in Energy Systems Engineering, both from the University of Michigan
He works: As an Engingeer for a large company, and he just completed a two-year rotational program that had us moving around the country
He is: An introvert, youngest child, left brain
He works: As an Engingeer for a large company, and he just completed a two-year rotational program that had us moving around the country
He is: An introvert, youngest child, left brain
He loves: Oregon, British sitcoms, reading, doing all the driving when we take road trips, motorcycles, off-roading, Jeeps, female indie singers (Feist, Missy Higgins, Imogen Heap, etc.), plaid shirts, philosophy, good craft beer, entrepreneurship, NPR, renewable energy, building things, bacon, craftsman-style homes, Family Guy, and living sustainably
We met: At the University of Michigan during our junior year of college
(you can read more about our love story here)
We married: June 6, 2009 in Ann Arbor, Michigan
(you can read more about our wedding here and here)
We live: In Stateline, Nevada (right near Lake Tahoe!) currently, but have also lived in Michigan, South Carolina and Colorado since getting married
We live: In Stateline, Nevada (right near Lake Tahoe!) currently, but have also lived in Michigan, South Carolina and Colorado since getting married
We love: Each other (duh), Tahoe sunsets, traveling, the Food Network, cooking, Michigan Football, watching movies, the Paleo diet, Ann Arbor, hiking, history, skiing, trying new restaurants, taking weekend trips, playing tennis, and being entertained by Lola
Name: Lola
Breed: Boxer/Lab Mix
Her story: She was the teeny runt of a litter of puppies at the Humane Society in Greenville, SC back in Dec. 2010 that originally came to us as a foster that we were going to take care of for two weeks until she could be put up for adoption, as she was only about 8 weeks old and 3lbs and needed some TLC. However, after about a day of fostering we decided we wanted to keep her forever, and she's been with us ever since! Now she's about 50lbs and is the goofiest, most loving dog that is like our furry little child. It's funny because breed-wise, she's not necessarily the type of dog we would have chosen (Cam wanted a bigger dog, I wanted a smaller dog), but it's like she chose us and we're so thankful. She honestly fits in so well with our lifestyle and goes everywhere with us, whether it's hiking a mountain or staying in a hotel in a big city. She has truly been the perfect addition to our family and we love her to pieces!
Her story: She was the teeny runt of a litter of puppies at the Humane Society in Greenville, SC back in Dec. 2010 that originally came to us as a foster that we were going to take care of for two weeks until she could be put up for adoption, as she was only about 8 weeks old and 3lbs and needed some TLC. However, after about a day of fostering we decided we wanted to keep her forever, and she's been with us ever since! Now she's about 50lbs and is the goofiest, most loving dog that is like our furry little child. It's funny because breed-wise, she's not necessarily the type of dog we would have chosen (Cam wanted a bigger dog, I wanted a smaller dog), but it's like she chose us and we're so thankful. She honestly fits in so well with our lifestyle and goes everywhere with us, whether it's hiking a mountain or staying in a hotel in a big city. She has truly been the perfect addition to our family and we love her to pieces!
Nicknames: Lola Beans, Lolz, Beans, Lolz McNoles, Turd Ferguson
Loves: All the attention she gets for having GIANT ears, going on hikes, cuddling on the couch with us, going to the dog park, staying in hotels, laying out on our deck
Loves: All the attention she gets for having GIANT ears, going on hikes, cuddling on the couch with us, going to the dog park, staying in hotels, laying out on our deck
I started this blog in January of 2010 because I knew that Cameron and I had a big year ahead--he was finishing grad school, we were going on a 6 week backpacking trip around Europe, and we were moving to Greenville, South Carolina. I wanted a place to document all of our adventures as well as keep family and friends in the loop with what we were up to. However, it wasn't until about a year later that I really started to consistently read other blogs and really begin to understand that there was this huge community of other bloggers out there. Since that time, I have learned so much and have completely fallen in love with blogging! I have had the opportunity to connect with so many incredible people across the country, and I'm excited to continue to be a part of this vibrant community that has provided me with so much encouragement and inspiration.
As far as the name of the blog, I feel it symbolizes who I am and the balance that I'm constantly trying to seek in my life. Anyone who meets me for five minutes will probably figure out that my favorite color is pink, I just love it! From soft blush to vibrant fuchsia, the color pink radiates femininity and fun. To me, the "Pink" of ITP&G represents the shopaholic, makeup-obsessed, US Weekly reading, sparkly side of my personality. However, I'm also someone who cares about health and wellness, as well as the well-being of others and our planet. That's the "Green" side of me, the girl who loves to get outside and go for a hike and is constantly looking for ways to give back and live more sustainably. I also chose the name because I adore the colors pink and green together. It's such a classic, preppy, and fresh combo that definitely embodies my own personal style.
Thanks so much for taking the time to learn more about me and my little pink and green world! I'd love it if you became a follower of my blog, and I definitely appreciate your sweet comments! (I'm not always the best at replying to them, but I read them all that they mean the world to me!) Don't hesitate to contact me via email with any additional inquiries...have a fabulous day! Xoxo
