As you all probably know, my little brother is getting married this summer! I was even asked to take the proposal pictures and made it all a surprise! The hardest part about this upcoming wedding is the fact that it’s in a completely other state: Colorado. Don’t get me wrong, it’s going to be the most beautiful wedding ever - the location, her wedding style and colors, and her dress will all be radiant. But since both Brent and Carissa live in Colorado, it’s hard to plan things with them or be a part of the process.

MusingsChristy SwanbergMarch 31, 2018bridal, shower, party, brother, Brent, Carissa, familyComment

Why I Moved Back to Illinois

About 5 years ago, while I was doing homework for a class at Millikin University, I got a call that I was officially offered a full-time job as a graphic designer starting a few weeks after I graduated in Louisville, KY. I had worked so hard during this semester to really focus on preparing myself to get a job that was in my field and that would get me out of Illinois. I applied to a minimum of 2 jobs a day (I’m not even exaggerating) starting January 1st of my last semester in college. Ideally I wanted to get out West towards Colorado, but I was open to anywhere BUT Illinois.

MusingsChristy SwanbergMarch 9, 2018louisville, home, kentucky, illinois, manhattan, loans, dreams, goals, familyComment

Colorado Winter Trip!

My brother planned a short, but fun-packed winter trip up in the Rocky Mountains to Grand Lake, Colorado. Sleigh rides, frozen lakes, great family and friends, and even tubing - one of the more fun adventures I've been on in a while.