Two summers ago, when our family took a long roadtrip, we packed 6 cameras: 2 DSLR cameras – our good camera and the older one as a backup 1 GoPro 1 video camera 2 phones (Ryan uses an android, I’m an iPhone girl). Why? Well,… Continue Reading…Use your phone to take eye-catching photos
So the idea behind this series of posts was to take a few minutes at the close of each month this year to reflect on what I learned. It will act as a snapshot, of sorts, of the year and a way to mark and… Continue Reading…What I learned in May, June + July
It’s vacation season and that means there are a few things around the house that need to be looked after while we’re away. One of those important (at least to me) things are the potted plants. There are a couple of good options when it… Continue Reading…How to water the plants while you’re away
At the center of our newly made-over patio is a modern/classic fire table. It is powered by a small propane tank stored inside which makes it super easy to turn on and off for evening ambience, roasting marshmallows and staying warm. I love a good… Continue Reading…Modern Semi-DIY Fire Table
For just over a year, our back patio has sat unused. When we moved in, there was a large pergola covering the patio that was charming, but not quite right. Besides being bulky and causing the patio to sink in the corners, it also blocked… Continue Reading…Back Patio Makeover
We just returned from a few days away on vacation. It was so, so good. A group of us camped and boated in eastern Washington at a lake called Banks Lake. I mean, how pretty is that?! One thing I love about Washington is that… Continue Reading…We went on a little vacation and I packed a few things
There are many things about my mom that I’m thankful she passed on to me: Her natural way with children. Her preference for baking. Her love of flowers, pretty gift wrapping, a good musical, chocolate, meaningful conversation, family. And also her appreciation for cute pajamas.… Continue Reading…Cute summer pajamas
My sister and brother-in-law and their kids spent the weekend with us. We were craving some family time so on a whim, they packed up and drove the 1.5 hours to come for an overnight. Yesterday, we spent the majority of the day sitting out… Continue Reading…front porch love
As I sit down to write this it is 10:02pm on Thursday evening. I just nearly fell asleep in Audrey’s bed as she massaged my back. The boys are still up making polymer clay creations. There is laundry going, the sun just went down (it… Continue Reading…Friday Favorites | Summer schedule, serving and a great lip gloss
Each summer I like to put together a seasonal fashion post with a handful of stylishly casual (and mom-friendly) outfits. I typically buy a few new pieces for these posts and pull the rest from my neutral closet. Last summer, I ended up finding quite… Continue Reading…4 Summer Dresses + 1 Swimsuit Coverup all under $25
Happy first day of summer! We’re just two days into our summer break and so far, so good. To keep boredom at bay and make sure we make the most of the next eight-ish weeks of summer break, we decided to create a summer bucket… Continue Reading…Summer Bucket List (plus two printables for you)
I posted on Instagram yesterday something that’s going on in my heart. It seemed to strike a chord with my ladies over there so I thought I would share it here, too. You’re thing might not be fair skin, but whatever it is, be encouraged… Continue Reading…pale skin, I might not love you quite yet
One thing I’m very much looking forward to this summer is reading. I usually read a few books during the summer, so that isn’t necessarily new. But the older I get the more I enjoy the quiet of reading good book. And the older the… Continue Reading…12 books on my Summer Reading List
As promised, here is my blog post telling you all my not-so-secret tips for painting kitchen cabinets. This last painting project is the sixth time I’ve done cabinets. The first time was in our first house in the teensiest kitchen you’ve ever seen. I wish… Continue Reading…How I painted our kitchen cabinets
When we moved into the house, our plan was to leave the dated kitchen alone, waiting until we did a full remodel and basically start from scratch. But if there is anything you should know about me and Ryan it is that we aren’t afraid… Continue Reading…Reveal Day! The lighter re-painted kitchen cabinets
