Ah, sweet autumn. The air becomes crisp, the leaves begin to change and my beloved brown boots make an appearance. Just like I did for the summertime, I came up with a few of my favorite fall essentials {pumpkin pie with whip cream, cozy throw… Continue Reading…autumn essentials {freebie art print}
I’m a sporadic reader. I go for months without picking up a book and then cruise through one after the next in a short period of time. When I’m not reading, I forget how much I love being engaged and entertained by a well-written story.… Continue Reading…the books I read this summer
The craziest thing happened … My office made the pages of Better Homes & Gardens. The photo shoot was all the way back in December {they did the playroom too, but no word yet on when that one will appear} and I’ve been super excited… Continue Reading…my office is in better homes & gardens
No matter how hard I try, the kitchen counter just seems to collect clutter. Paperwork, receipts, mail, sunglasses, random toys, cords, ipads, phones … it all accumulates right here. Ryan suggested that we find some sort of organizer to sort this mess. Then he went… Continue Reading…solution to kitchen counter clutter
For our anniversary, Ryan gave me the milk frother I had been wanting. Romantic? Maybe not. But I was thrilled. Each afternoon, I long for a sweet coffee treat and our new set up has not only indulged that craving but has also saved us… Continue Reading…4 steps to the perfect {make at home} latte
Five weeks from today marks the unofficial beginning of summer. I have got some work to do. Growing and birthing children does a piece of work on your body {can I get an AMEN from you mamas with saggy-skinned tummies?!!}. I’m resigned to the fact… Continue Reading…banish the belly
If you’ve been following along on instagram, perhaps you’ve noticed we’ve been doing lots and lots of cleaning, purging, painting and polishing all in preparation for our kitchen’s big day: a photo shoot for Better Homes & Gardens Kitchen & Bath Makeover magazine. We’ve pinched… Continue Reading…behind the scenes of a photoshoot
Did you make it through the time change? Springing-forward is brutal since it means we miss out on a blessed hour of sleep. And, believe me, I do love to sleep. Especially after a whirlwind weekend traveling across the country, staying up late laughing with… Continue Reading…I like: menswear inspired pajamas {and sleeping, too}
Okay, I lied. You probably won’t be shocked. I really did experience the goodness of Hobby Lobby for the first time last week {they are a new addition to the Pacific Northwest}. I was partially in heaven {the knobs! The craft supplies!} and partially overwhelmed… Continue Reading…I went to hobby lobby for the first time and you’ll be shocked with what I came home with
This has been a fun week. Thanks to all of you for sharing your favorites in each category. We have a pretty great resource of books to refer back to! Today is the big link party day where we get to tell each other what… Continue Reading…book week: what I’m reading & link party
Today’s book week topic is books about faith. I have to be honest with you: I’m not crazy about Christian books {they can get a bit cheesy}. I’m not crazy about self-help books, either. At this point in my life, if I’m going to read,… Continue Reading…book week: favorite faith-based reads
Here we are – half way through book week. Have you enjoyed all of the great book suggestions? I have a handful to check out that were recommended in the comments. If you have any other favorites, please be sure to leave a comment and… Continue Reading…book week: favorite books for girls
This happens in our house: The boys spending their evening reading. Let’s be honest, part of the reason they enjoy it is that it prolongs bedtime. But I hope that they will continue to love reading and we do our best as their parents to… Continue Reading…book week: favorite books for boys
This week is devoted to books. Each day I’ll share my favorites in different categories and I’d love to hear some of yours in the comments. On friday, we’ll do a link party. I’m really excited about this one. It will be a great way… Continue Reading…book week: favorite books for baby
Each day when I take our No. 3 to school, I drive this pretty country road. {you can’t tell here, but Mt.Rainier stands right about in the middle of the photo. It’s a pretty amazing view}. On the other side of the road, I’ve been… Continue Reading…on the hunt for snowberries
