Perhaps its cabin fever but I’m ready for a change. Since I already cut my hair this year, I’m going a different route this time. The Whole30 cleanse is big in the blogsphere so I’m going to give it a go. The only notable activity in the next 30 days is St. Patrick’s Day so … More Whole30
The week we found out Lucas was Lucas I knew I wanted his nursery and 1st birthday party to be 1940s Captain America (what can I say? I’m a planner). I was rather surprised to discover there weren’t many ideas on the internet so perhaps this post will offer inspiration to others. I created the … More 1st Birthday – 1940s Captain America
The Challenge – Unedited Photo The Picture – In this crazy world, it’s easy to lose hope in humanity. This week’s picture is validation that there are good people in the world and the proof comes in the form of cookies! This beautiful and delicious (I did a quality test) cookie was made by Ashley (nee … More Happy Friday
One year! How is it possible? I remember everything about Lucas’ birth like it was yesterday including seeing him in the OR and holding him in post-op. I’ve clung to every minute, grateful beyond measure for this wonderful blessing. Lucas is the light of our life. He is so happy and makes everyone around him … More Lucas is ONE!
I stopped by Old Navy the other day and painfully resisted a shopping spree. Pink/Blush/Coral is back in style and it’s taking all my womanpower not to complete my online checkout. I may be able to skip some of the purchases but the chincos will be hard pass on because I still want to copy … More Pink on Pink
Buying pink carnations. Kat bought me some last month and they looked perfect in my vase from Target so I’ve decided that it will be a permanent fixture in the kitchen. It’s a daily reminder to stop and enjoy the moment. The other flowers are from my sweet cousin who was recently over for dinner. … More Currently
It’s scary to say but photography is part of my job. I like taking pictures but it’s not my top form of self-expression. It IS Danny’s creative outlet and he’s really talented. As a fun couples activity we’ve decided to start a photography challenge. So here’s my first. The Challenge – The Rule of Thirds. … More Happy Friday
Saturday: It was very unseasonably warm and Cara and I decided to meet up at Kensington for a walk – it was a thought that occurred to most in the metro area… Lucas met Lillian and Emily for the first time but since they had all just woken up from a nap it was a … More Weekend Update
As an avid blog reader and lack blogger, I easily get caught up in the illusion of perfection put out there. The blogs I follow often post disclaimers that they share only pieces of their lives and not the whole picture but still I can’t help but want to emulate what I see. One of my … More Showing Love
Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen Rooney: It’s New Years Eve 1984 in New York City and 85 year old Lillian Boxfish takes a walk around her neighborhood and down memory lane. Inspired by the life of real-life Margaret Fishback – the world’s highest-paid female advertising copywriter in the 1930s, Lillian is likable and … More Reading Round-Up
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