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Gimme all the cheeses. 🧀 Kyle can attest to the fact that very few things make happier than an enormous cheese board. I literally have the "Anatomy of a Cheese Board" chapter of Kate Spade's "All in Good Taste" bookmarked. Head over to the blog for simple tips for assembling the perfect cheese and/or charcuterie board-- link in bio! #mysouthernliving #cheeseboard #dontmindifido #katespadejoy #lovemyjacks #farmhousecharm #mybhg #countrylivingmag #mywilliamsonoma (at Shelter Gardens)

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Sorry I've been MIA for the past week, y'all! 🙈 Kyle and I are finally in our new house, and let me just say that planning a move is all fun and games until you actually have to execute everything. I haven't even started unpacking my closet yet, so I've been wearing this plaid shirtdress for the past like... 5 days. 😂 Head to thediaryofadebutante.com or follow me on the @liketoknow.it app to get the product details for this look and all my others! PC: @catherinerphoto http://liketk.it/2wv9f #liketkit #ltkunder100 #lovemyjacks #verabradley #jackrogers #bbdakota #comoblogger #showmecomo (at Top Ten Wines)

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This little angel *hates* sky booms more than anything. She runs to the bathroom and just shakes-- it's heartbreaking. Kyle and I asked around for pet anxiety recommendations for the 4th of July, and pretty much everyone, including our vet, told us to try @vetriscience Composure Chews. They're clinically proven to work within 30 minutes for up to 4 hours without affecting your pet's personality or energy level. We gave Nala her first chew to calm her down during an enormous (illegal) firework show like twenty feet from our apartment, and after about 15-20 minutes, she finally calmed down enough for us to hold her. Gives us hope for tomorrow! Check out my Insta stories for a link to purchase, and good luck to all my fellow puppy parents tomorrow! 🇺🇸 #ad #TakeGoodCare #VetriScienceDog #VetriScience #goldenretriever #4thofjuly #goldensofinstagram (at Big Cedar Lodge)

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Soaking up my first few days as a thirty-something! I remember having sleepovers in middle school and talking about 30 like it was super old and time to retire. My how your perspective changes... 😂 Follow me on the @liketoknow.it app to get the product details for this look and all my others! PC: @catherinerphoto http://liketk.it/2wnVy #liketkit #ltkunder50 #amazonfashioncart #kohls #realoutfitgram #thirtyflirtyandthriving (at Shelter Gardens)

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I miss a lot of things about Florida... these girls (and Disney) in particular. If you entered our Disney giveaway on Facebook, stay tuned! We’re picking the winner later today! 🤗 Oh, and follow me on the @liketoknow.it app to get the product details for this look and all my others! http://liketk.it/2wnDr #liketkit #ltktravel #showyourears #dreamscometrue #disneyworld #wdw (at The Glass Knife)

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Y’all… it happened. I turned 30. 😱One of my gifts to myself-- and, since I was prepared to have multiple meltdowns, there were many-- was some new tennis gear. I’ve been wanting to pick tennis back up for years, AND Wimbledon is right around the corner (Go Serena!). I forgot how brutal the summer heat can be, so I’m so happy I found @SecretDeodorant Clinical Strength, which helps me start dry and stay dry all match long. As a lifelong tennis player who hasn’t picked up a racket in over three years, I’m already insecure about my tennis skills, so it’s nice to not have to worry about excess sweat, too. 💁🏻‍♀️ Find it at @cvspharmacy for under $10-- check out my IG story for a link to purchase! #SecretPartner #ad #SecretStrength #thirtyflirtyandthriving #preppystyle #tennisgame #tennisgirl

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I've gotten so good at explaining "what exactly I do all day" that I finally decided to just write a post about it! 😂 Head over to thediaryofadebutante.com (link in bio)-- I've partnered with @stokcoldbrew to create a simple 5-step guide to becoming a full-time blogger! #lookatyougo #ad #theblogissue #makeyousmilestyle (at Columbia, Missouri)

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The biggest piece of advice I'd give my 20-year-old self? There are few problems (if any) that a glass of wine, a giant cheese board, and a good night's sleep can't fix. Head to thediaryofadebutante.com (link in bio) for tips on assembling the *perfect* cheese board-- most of which were inspired by the incredible Kate Spade! 😭 PC: @catherinerphoto #instacheese #cheeseboard #mywilliamsonoma #theblogissue #picnic #noms (at Shelter Gardens)

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If I had a cooking show, it'd be called "Do You Smell Something Burning?" 😂😭 I'm really trying to get better, though, and I've been loving @hellofresh so far! The recipes are fun, super easy to make (if I can make them, literally anyone can), and absolutely delish. I love that they send perfectly-portioned ingredients, too, so I don't have to spend hours at the grocery store or waste money on spoiled produce, which are two things I unfortunately do often. Click the link in my bio for more info, and use code STEPHANIEZIAJKA to get 50% off your first week of HelloFresh! #hellofreshpartner #hellofreshpics #freshfriends #getcooking

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#ad Excited to share one of my summer beauty faves with y'all today! 💕 It's called Finishing Touch Flawless Legs, and it removes hair instantly AND painlessly without any nicks, cuts, or irritation. I have veryyy sensitive skin, and @fintouchflawless has been an absolute lifesaver! Seriously, you'll never want to use a regular razor again. Head to https://www.getflawlesslegs.com?mid=9925798 to grab one for $59.98! #fflawless #flawlessfan (at Columbia, Missouri)

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Sorry in advance for going into mom mode, BUT-- did you know that even though ⅔ of women know they should wear SPF daily, only ⅓ of us actually do? 🤦🏻‍♀️ That’s heartbreaking, y’all! I’m getting a little personal on the blog and talking about my contentious relationship with the sun, why I never leave the house without SPF on, and why @Olay Total Effects Anti-Aging Moisturizer with SPF 15 is my go-to moisturizer, especially now that I’m *weeks* away from the big 3-0! Link in bio! Also, follow me on the @liketoknow.it app to get the product details for this look and all my others! http://liketk.it/2weco #mySPFmatch #sponsored #liketkit #ltkunder100 #amazonfashioncart

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AD | Msg 4 21+: Who binged on soccer last weekend?! 🙋🏻‍♀️ If you're hosting any watch parties, there's a fun DIY Michelada Bar over on the blog! If you're never had a Mexican Michelada, TRY ONE! They're delish and perfect for catching all the early morning matches. Link in bio! #winwithclamato #michelada #worldcup2018 #mysouthernliving #bhgcelebrate #chstoday (at Columbia, Missouri)

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My #MCE! 😍 Pretty proud of this guy! He released his second book, The Pocket Guide to Self-Reliance, a few months ago, and (all sappiness aside) his brilliance absolutely blows me away. It's a modern guide to Emerson's famous Self-Reliance essay, and it's a kick-in-the-butt reminder to be your own person. Def worth the read! Check him out (@eschenroeder)! PC: @catherinerphoto #mancrusheveryday #leanandmean #thatsdarling #hotdude (at Shelter Gardens)

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Wine flies when you're having fun. 💁🏻‍♀️🍷 Head on over to the blog for a romantic summer picnic idea with @avagracevineyards! PC: @catherinerphoto #livegracefully #sponsored #mysouthernliving #picnic #winenot #wineanddine #showmecomo (at Shelter Gardens)

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Food for thought for Friday: "We can complain because rose bushes have thorns or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses." -Abraham Lincoln 🌹| In case you missed it, there's a pretty homemade rose sugar scrub up on the blog, and it smells too amazing to not try! Link in bio! #theblogissue #mysouthernliving #CLblooms #roses #DIYproject #currentlyblooming #abmathome (at Columbia, Missouri)

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If you've been looking for good designer dupe bags on Amazon (and "good" is the operative word 🙄), this one is a total winner! It looks just like the authentic Chloe Nile Small Bracelet Crossbody, and it costs under $50! Head to the blog for a full round-up of the best Chloe look-alike bags. Link in bio! You can also instantly shop my looks by following me on the @liketoknow.it app (find me by searching @stephanieziajka)!PC: @catherinerphoto http://liketk.it/2w9aF #liketkit #ltkunder50 #amazonfashioncart #resort365 #lillypulitzer #summerinlilly (at Shelter Gardens)

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#advertisement I received compensation from Dr. Scholl's®️️️️️ to write this post. As always, all opinions are entirely my own. | Isn’t it always such a bummer when you pick up an awesome new pair of heels for work--- and then you can’t wear them for more than 15 minutes without dying?! 🤦🏻‍♀️ I can’t count the number of times I’ve walked around my office barefoot. That’s where Dr. Scholl’s Insoles have been a game changer! The new Dr. Scholl’s®️️️️️ Stylish Step Ultrasoft Leather Insoles for High Heels have completely revived my shoe collection. They’re made of real leather, which keeps my feet fresh and dry, and super soft cushioning, which makes me a happy camper all day long-- even when I’m running around the apartment trying to chase Nala. Pick up a pair next time you’re at @TargetStyle (check the @Target Cartwheel app for an offer first, though!). You’ll be obsessed! PS- Father’s Day is around the corner, and the new Dr. Scholl’s®️️️️️ Comfort & Energy UltraSoft Leather Insoles would make a pretty perfect gift for dad! #DrScholls #DrSchollsStyle #TargetStyle #shoestagram #shoesoftheday #instaheels #heelsaddict (at Columbia, Missouri)