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Lifestyle Blogger. Lover of coffee, happy hour, food, travel & all things Midwest. Hoping to inspire and be inspired. ✨

MEET LAURA

I'm a lover of coffee, happy hour, food, travel & all things Midwest. I have a soft spot for rescue dogs and daydream about having Chip & Joanna Gaines build the home of my dreams. I'm goofy. I wear my heart on my sleeve. I struggle with self-confidence but am slowly learning self-love. Recipes, travel tips and experiences, beauty DIY projects and my self-love journey are a few of my favorite things to share.

Laura Elliott | Happily Midwest
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Breakfast tacos, the most amazing Bloody Mary, and a side-car of #PaulsPaleAle @sbc_brewview.
Perfect start to this beautiful Saturday! Happy weekend, friends! 🙌
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Quite the luau tonight @pineapplewhip in Springfield! Samoan dancers, limbo contests, sand pit, faux palm trees...and pineapple whip! Such a beautiful evening and a festive little parking lot party! 🌴🍍🍦
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I took my Great Uncle Jerry out to lunch today at Springfield's hippest new diner, Vespa Kitchen 🛵
On my way to pick him up, I received a phone call about an amazing opportunity that's been extended to me. So, our lunch turned into somewhat of a celebratory occasion.
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We walked in the door, and three different people immediately recognized my Uncle Jerry and started waving. He made his rounds to say hello, and then we took a seat. (Note: this was his first time here!)
We enjoyed a great lunch, paid our tab...and then he motioned to me he'd like to go towards the back and sit at the small bar to chat with the manager working; one of the people he recognized when we first arrived.
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We made our way to a new seat at the bar. He noticed the drinks she was making, glanced at me, and then proceeded to order two more for us. It was about 1:00pm. Sure, let's have a fruity cocktail and enjoy the afternoon! We toasted, sipped, laughed, and enjoyed the company of the awesome staff.
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My Uncle Jerry just so happens to be deaf. He has lived his entire life not being able to hear. He has also lived his entire life being the most friendly, outgoing person I've ever known. He doesn't know a stranger. He doesn't know how to be bored. He loves wholeheartedly and lives everyday like it's the best day.
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Today was the best day, indeed ☺️

Today's morning sun makes yesterday's wildflower bouquet sparkle ☺️🌸👒
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Happy Monday, friends. Let's make it a good one!
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#mondaymotivation #chasingthelight #wildflowers #wildflowerseason #boquet #flowers #simplicity #positivevibes #goodmorning #thegramgang #theeverygirl #itsthelittlethings #thehappynow #mondaymood #midwestbloggers #happilymidwest #lifestyleblogger #happyhome #freshflowers #spreadjoy #abmlifeiscolorful #acolorstory #abmlifeisbeautiful

Today's message at church was all about seeing what's right in front of you; seeing and knowing that whatever struggles you're facing, God is the answer and he's staring you straight in the face. Just don't be too prideful or arrogant to ask for help!
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As I was driving home, I spotted these amazing wildflowers on the side of the road. These "weeds" were staring me right in the face and they were so incredibly beautiful! I got home and immediately put on my sneakers, grabbed my clippers and camera, and headed out of the neighborhood. As I approached them, I noticed they were full of large thorns! Not to be deterred, I finished my walk, returned home to grab some gloves and convinced my hubby to drive me back.
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I now have a beautiful bouquet of wildflowers on the table and an extra grateful heart. Don't let life's thorns deter you! Open you're heart to God, look right in front of you, and know He will fill your life with joy. 💕🌸🙏
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