about

Well, hello there and welcome to my blog!  

My name is Katie. 

I am a true optimist and lifelong creative, who doesn't like to accept no as an answer.  I see possibility in everything and everyone.  I have a design degree from the University of Florida (GO GATORS!).  I was born and raised in Florida, where I met my husband Brian, and we have two silly Boston Terriers, Phoenix and Lexi, who we love, love, love.  I enjoy cooking, a good book, crafting and DIYing, painting, architecture and design, and most passionately... learning more about natural health and beauty.  These, along with every day life moments, are what you will find on ♥thejourney.

“The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. 

I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.” 

Like Jack London says in the quote above, I think as we get older we get so caught up in everyday wants and worries that we forget to actually live, and enjoy it... myself included.  As I get older, I have realized that this is not how I want to be.  The purpose of this blog is to constantly remind me that the journey is also important.  Among other things, it's how we learn who we are, what we want and what we believe in.  I want to experience as much as I can, for as long as I can.  In doing so, I hope to inspire others to make the most of their own journey, so that together we may live our lives to the fullest.

Thank you so much for stopping by and checking out my blog!  Please have a look around and feel free to contact me or leave me a comment. I'd love to hear from you!

DISCLOSURE
None of the items featured on this blog are promotional unless stated. 
Each item has been thoughtfully selected based on my specific skincare needs, 
my beauty routine, and/or my personal preferences. 
Any items reviewed will be based on my true experiences. 
I am not an expert, nutritionist, aesthetician, or makeup artist. 
I am simply doing this to share my genuine opinions. <3