We came home from our summer-long road trip and do you know what was the greatest joy of all? Having dinner delivered to us again. I mean, I did fine with cooking on the road – mainly because it was only a few nights per… Continue Reading…the dinner solution that has changed my life (for real)
This post is sponsored by Crate and Barrel Crate and Barrel has long been our go-to for all things kitchen, dining and entertaining related. We registered for our wedding 14 years ago and still use our original dishes, flatware, kitchen gadgets and more. The quality is great and the designs are… Continue Reading…the best dishes for picnics, camping + outdoor entertaining
We’ve been on the road for just about three weeks and enjoying (nearly) every minute of it. I was just commenting to Ryan the other day that it’s crazy how quickly you can get into a new routine and have it feel normal. Living out… Continue Reading…What We’re Watching, Reading, Listening To and Playing
I’m so sorry; that title sounds terrible. I like my kids. And I like playing with them. But when it comes to playing board games together as a family, there are some that are just brutal. Take Monopoly, for example. Or Sorry. I played both… Continue Reading…5 games I actually enjoy playing with the kids
The more time I spend preparing food for our big family, the more I appreciate the little things that make it easier. I’m not a fancy chef, so I don’t need much, but these 5 kitchen gadgets prove themselves over and over in our household.… Continue Reading…5 must-have kitchen gadgets
I know that title makes a big deal out of a little thing. And while ‘changed my life’ might be a bit strong, this phone case is a small thing that has made a big difference in my everyday. For over 10 years I carried… Continue Reading…the iphone case that changed my life
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I’m a sporadic reader. I devour a handful of books, proudly declaring my love for a great novel, and then months go by before I pick another one up. It could have something to do with… Continue Reading…9 Books to Read this Spring
Instagram. The place where I keep up with family and friends, fellow bloggers, get fashion inspiration, drool over gorgeous homes and darling babies and admire talented photographers. Also, the place where I’m consistently in awe of lovely lettering. I follow quite a few letterers and calligraphers on… Continue Reading…18 lovely letterers to follow on Instagram
There are two types of people: Those who like their space CLEAN and Those who like their space ORGANIZED I happen to fall in the second group. This doesn’t mean I don’t adore a clean house, but if given a few minutes around the house I’ll choose… Continue Reading…How To Clean A Gas Range Top
At the top of my Christmas wish list was a stack of new towels. Not just any towels. Turkish towels. Ryan thought I was crazy. What’s wrong with our regular white terry cloth towels? I didn’t have a great answer other than these three mildly… Continue Reading…Turkish Towel Fail
With the start of a new year, it gives us a chance to look back at the previous 365 days. I love going through old posts and remembering what happened throughout the year. So here are the highlights and favorite posts from 2015: JANUARY The… Continue Reading…The Best of JDC in 2015
My younger sister was over a few weekends ago and asked what I wanted for Christmas. Which made me stop and think because I hadn’t even considered it. Ryan and I are notorious for buying ourselves things throughout the year and claiming, “this can be my christmas… Continue Reading…16 gifts to add to your wish list
My friend Jamie has the best podcast and at the end she always asks her guests: WHAT ARE THREE THINGS YOU ARE LOVING RIGHT NOW? When I did her show, my favorites were: this album this exercise video this life-saving dinner service I still love… Continue Reading…three things I’m loving right now (subject to change in a matter of days)
Do you all love instagram? It’s easily my favorite social media app and my slight addiction. I love posting and interacting, of course, but I equally love scrolling through my feed and being inspired over and over and over again. When choosing feeds to follow,… Continue Reading…19 must-follow instagrammers
This summer, my newest obsession has been listening to audio books. I listened first to this one, then this, this and this (even though I had already read it and seen the move. It was so fantastic even for a second time and maybe even… Continue Reading…a book recommendation for you
