I am extremely excited about Emilee & Enzo’s arrival. And how cute is Enzo? He’s basically Grumples mini me. Emilee moved down here from Indiana and I know she’s going to love the South.
Enzo is the cuddliest pup. When you lift him up, he lays in your arms on his back like a little baby. You get the instant urge to bounce him as if he was one. Everyone who has met Enzo so far has fallen in love.
Even Grumples.
The best part about Enzo and Grumples is that they’re super fluffy and won’t shed. I can’t do dog hair.
Yesterday, Emilee and I left our pups behind and headed out for a day filled with shopping. I wanted to show her one of my favorite places down here, The Black Lion. I’ll be posting that on Young In Charlotte after this post.
We have a lot of fun DIY projects for the apartment that we’ll be doing and can’t wait to share the outcome! After seeing the giant elephant painting on the wall, I got inspired to paint one for above our fireplace.
We also made a trip to Homegoods which is one of the best places on earth. It was Emilee’s first time experiencing Homegoods and I may have created a monster. I bought matching lamps for each of my end tables and a couple of new bathroom decorations.
After shopping around for decor and scooping up ideas, we stopped at the grocery store. I needed to pick up some things to make cinnamon rolls and pick up more cold coffee. We also stopped for our afternoon pickup on the way in. I had a tall skinny iced latte with 4 shots of espresso blended.
Here are the cinnamon rolls I made and the recipe for them.
Today, I am going to show her around uptown and eventually take her to my favorite breakfast place, Stacks. I have no doubt she’ll fall in love with Charlotte just like I have.
Where should we eat uptown?!
Elizabeth @ Champagne On Mondays says
Enzo is so freaking adorable (as is Grumples of course!) I share your Home Goods obsession, it’s just an amazing store, you can find the best stuff there!
Taralynn McNitt says
I mean seriously! Enzo is incredibly cute.
Livi @ Eat, Pray, Work It Out says
That starbucks looks SO good!
Taralynn McNitt says
Oh it was!:)
Kathryn Stachowicz says
You should go to Alexander Michael’s! Its the best! It’s in 4th ward and very Charlotte. Get the Spicy Crab Soup! almikestavern.com
Taralynn McNitt says
That sounds delicious!!
Jessica says
What kind of dog is Enzo? Grumples?
Taralynn McNitt says
Enzo is a toy poodle and Grumps is a goldendoodle!
Jessica says
The pups are so adorable – I’m glad they are getting along 🙂
Taralynn McNitt says
Thanks! Me too!:)
Shannon says
Did you dye your hair? Your lovely as usual. I just wasn’t sure if it was a filter or a new style.
You have been so lucky in Charlotte. I’ve been in my town for years and still have only my husband as a friend. I think it’s harder to make friends when you’re married. Maybe…?
Taralynn McNitt says
Oh no no. My hair gets really light in the summer and then that instagram filter made it look really red!
When it comes to making friends, you have to put yourself out there. Luckily, my community is all around my age. I don’t think being married has anything to do with it. One of my really good friends down here, Paulina, is married.
Alena says
I’m so glad Grumples likes his new room mate! Enzo and him look so cute together, truly a mini me. <3
Taralynn McNitt says
Hahaha I agree. It’s so funny when they play, Grumples gets down on Enzo’s level
Sarah says
How exciting! A good friend and another adorable puppy! What more could a girl ask for. I love how exciting things are getting for you there. I think you really found a great place and you fit in so well. You are thriving and it is great how happy you are.
Taralynn McNitt says
Thanks, Sarah! Took long enough, but I think I’ve found where I need to be in life, or at least what life is all about. Happiness is important.
Louise says
Those dogs are too much. They looked like stuffed animals 🙂
What kind of syrup do you use in your latte? It looks delish!
Taralynn McNitt says
I usually skip the syrup, but yesterday I had caramel.
ashley says
Grumples and Enzo = ADORABLE!! Have they gone on any walks together yet?
I am so excited for your new journey in Charlotte, it looks like you are having a blast =)
Taralynn McNitt says
Not yet! Soon tho!:) I really love it here! xo
Kristin says
I had no idea they didn’t shed! That makes me want one even more. 🙂 He’s a Labradoodle, right?
Taralynn McNitt says
It’s nice!:) But, close! He’s a golden doodle.
Lexie says
Those cinnamon rolls look delicious!! Do you ever put pumpkin puree in them? I bet that would be amazing for a fall treat 🙂
& the dogs are adorable – currently trying to talk my boyfriend into buying a golden doodle for me 🙂 [but he says it isn’t manly enough – silly boys!]
Taralynn McNitt says
I’ll have to try that! I love love love pumpkin. I like to make pumpkin muffins in the fall.
Lexie says
I tried the pumpkin & it would have been so good, but I accidentally used nutmeg instead of cinnamon, which kind of ruined them. I’ll definitely have to try it again this fall – with cinnamon this time!!
Good luck in the Blog Exchange – I’m rooting for you!
Mariah says
So happy for you. It looks like you are settling into your apartment. Are you and Emilee sharing an apartment – I thought you were going to live by yourself – with Grumples of course… 🙂 Love how your apartment is looking. Grumples is too cute. If I ever get a dog, I think I’ll get a golden doodle. They are sooo cute and I love that they don’t shed! Can’t stand dog hair everywhere! 🙂
Linda @ Fit Fed and Happy says
Ooohhhh those cinnamon rolls look so good.
Taralynn McNitt says
Oh girl, they were! xo
Alyssa says
Oh my gosshh! Following you and Grumples has always made me want a goldendoodle, but throwing Enzo in the mix is just to much to handle! You’re also making me want to come to Charleston 😀
Taralynn McNitt says
Charleston is GORGEOUS, but I decided to stay back with my friends and get a place in Charlotte. Enzo is the cutest little thing ever!
Sam says
The dogs are adorable!!
Just for clarification, weren’t you living in Charleston before? I thought you were staying there, even on your own. I hear Charlotte is great too! Is emilee an old friend? It will be nice for you to have a roommate!
Taralynn McNitt says
Nope! I’ve been living in Charlotte. At one point, I had an apartment lined up in Charleston, but decided to stay back with my friends. I just got a place here instead. I met Emilee back in 2012 and she’s from Indiana and also wanted a new start down south so it worked out perfectly 🙂
Cait says
Hey there Taralynn 🙂
So I’m a really big fan of yours all the way from Austria, and I just wanted to drop a couple of lines to tell you how much you’ve inspired me to lead a healthier lifestyle! After following your blog I’m honestly trying not to be jealous,but hey, it’s actually helping me to push myself to reach my goals in life 🙂
I’m really happy for you, that things are going good, you deserve it 😉 Keep up the good work,
Cheers Cait
Taralynn McNitt says
Hey, Cait! Proud of you on your healthier lifestyle. And jealous? Girl, nothing to be jealous about. You sound like a pretty awesome person and I’m sure life has so many great things ahead for you. Keep your head up and pushing yourself to be the best you can be! xo
Jessi says
Hi Taralynn!
Do you happen to know what the calories were for that Starbucks drink?! I love Starbucks but hate all the calories! I’m always looking for new lower cal drinks to try there! 🙂
Taralynn McNitt says
That one was under 100 calories for the tall! What type of drink do you like there? I have all kinds of tips to make them low cal!
Jessi says
I usually stick with one of their iced coffee’s with non fat milk, it’s the only thing I know that is “lower calorie”. If you could share your drink choices and tips on how to make them low cal, that would be AMAZING!
Jessie says
Sorry to interrupt, but yes please post more Starbucks tips. I have an addiction.
Ashley says
Hey Taralynn!
Love your style! Where did you get the throw pillows for your bed? I’m trying to recreate a similar look.. thanks girl! 🙂
Ashley says
PS. Happy birthday ! weooo !
Taralynn McNitt says
Thank you!!
Taralynn McNitt says
Ikea!