The Belle Wall

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The Belle Wall is a lifestyle blog about reclaiming new life in the Old South. Learn more here.

Dec 13

Dec 13 13 Things I've Learned over the Past 3 Years

Cristen Vaughn

Learn

A lot can change in a year - imagine the changes over 3 years! Check out the top 13 things I’ve learned in that time.

Jan 17

Jan 17 Vodka Soda, Extra Lemon

Cristen Vaughn

Listen

When the winter weather and grey skies get you down, pour yourself a cold, fizzy Vodka Soda and turn up the beat to kick your seasonal depression. Cheers!

Nov 17

Nov 17 Afternoon Porch Juleps

Cristen Vaughn

Listen

Cheers to my favorite go-to recipe for an easy afternoon take on a southern tradition: the Mint Julep. Stir it up to the perfect Spotify playlist in this post.

Nov 16

Nov 16 Finding Mr. Darcy

Cristen Vaughn

Learn

My dog, Mr. Darcy, has taught me “timing is everything." Learn the story behind how we found each other.

Nov 15

Nov 15 Meditational Mornings – Writing to clear your clutter

Cristen Vaughn

Life

Sometimes you just need to clear that mental chatter before starting your day. Here's an idea on how to tackle the morning through writing.

Nov 13

Nov 13 The best t-shirt you will ever own. Period.

Cristen Vaughn

Link

A good t-shirt should be a staple of any wardrobe. I've discovered the best t-shirt brand ever and they come 3 for $100.

Nov 12

Nov 12 [Simple] Japanese Dinner Party

Cristen Vaughn

Ladle

A little seared tuna, a bit of miso, and the right tunes can make for the perfectly simple Japanese dinner party. Discover my favorite planning tips for a night celebrating Japan-style.

Nov 11

Nov 11 3 Day Nashville Guide

Cristen Vaughn

Leisure

3 days can go by in a flash! Here is my must-see guide for a wonderful long weekend trip to Nashville, Tennessee.