The quiet on the blog is evidence of the not-so-quiet in life right now. There are more things to do than days lately and I’m trying to figure it all out. It’s a daily struggle made harder by the news of the day, the Philando Castile verdict has left me shaken. With that very much on … More Summer Bucket List
Once upon a time reality television seemed far-fetched, nowadays not so much. If you’re looking for a book to bring to the pool or beach this summer here are some books by reality stars turned bestselling authors. Lauren Conrad Lauren Conrad, best known for her appearances in “Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County” and “The … More Summer Beach Reads
Now that we have our own yard, I’ve found a new appreciation for summer. I’ll take whatever chance I get to relax in the hammock, chill (baby) poolside and enjoy a BBQ. Last night we made the best dinner – delicious, easy and under $20 (no coupons)! We had enough food for six people (maybe … More Quick & Delicious BBQ Dinner for under $20
It’s National Best Friends Day and while I don’t normally recognize these daily ‘holidays’, I have the BEST friends who are regularly subjected to blog related pictures so they’ve earned a post. Most people have a hard time finding one best friend, I have six and I love them all dearly. My Sister – B … More Best Friends
Before Lucas was born I read 0 pregnancy books and 1 parenting book (but it was well before I started thinking about having kids and for cultural enrichment). That is to make a clear preface that I am no expert but I took cues from the ladies in my life (in person and on the … More Motherhood: Breastfeeding & Weaning
We’re teaming up with Danny’s sister, Ann, and running in the Purplestride 5k downtown on June 17th. We’re running for their mom who died from pancreatic cancer nearly 5 years ago. Plants, pillows and presence all things I want for our house. I enjoy the home tours on Cup of Jo but this one … More Fast Four
Scaachi Koul is an every-woman version of Mindy Kaling and her memoir One Day We’ll All Be Dead and None of This Will Matter is as thought-provoking and entertaining as Kaling’s. Here are some highlights: On Being Brown The ceremony didn’t technically start until 6 p.m., Standard Brown Time, meaning it would actually start at seven … More One Day We’ll All Be Dead…
I’m a traditionalist and firmly believe we’re losing our humanity one app at a time. That said, I’m shamefully addicted and dependent on technology. Last night I laid in bed still wired from the cup of coffee I drank at 11pm for a final push in house work and work work tasks and fantasized of … More Fantasy Friday
Danny surprised me with brunch at Block for Mother’s Day and it was delicious. The restaurant has been around for a couple years but we are seriously behind on our Detroit eats so it was our first time there. I’m not a huge brunch fan but the cheesy jalapeno grits are so good the next … More Brunch at Block
Too many parenting hours are spent asking/pleading with Lucas to ‘come here’, ‘don’t touch’, ‘be careful’ and saying the dreaded ‘no’. These fun phrases are used even more frequently when we’re out of the house because the world is not baby proofed. I hate using these words. I LOVE that Lucas is adventurous and I … More Touch-A-Truck on the Riverfront
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