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It’s no secret Portland’s food scene is off the charts. Seriously. Off. The. Charts. I’ve been wanting to write a “New in Town” series for a while and share what I’ve discovered – or have been introduced to – since moving to Portland. I’ll do my best to note where I’ve been, but bear with me as I go through this in a […]

Saying this is a heartbreaking admission doesn’t come close in explaining the pain we’ve felt.

This post is sponsored by Minted. All opinions are my own. We’re slowly settling into our new home. We’ve made it through 75% of the boxes – mainly because my mom visited for a long weekend and went through them like a boss. (Thanks Mom!) My biggest hurdle at this point is getting stuff up on the walls. I […]

Oh. My. Goodness. I swear I’m still alive. I took a much-needed hiatus this summer, which was literally and figuratively filled with soaking in the sun and playing in the sand while taking breaks from the surf (and chaos). If you took a peek at my Instagram feed (I hope you did!!), you saw the summer kicked off with the annual ladies trip to Vegas; a week […]

Just rounding up my favorite things this week: Clockwise, from the top right: 1) I first saw Three Bad Seeds‘ pillows at Urban Craft Uprising over the holidays. They are soft and each design has the perfect PNW touch in each one. (BTW: if the Etsy shop is still on holiday, and if you happen to live in […]

With Spring Break in mind, here are this week’s five favorite things. Clockwise, from the top right: 1) I love London Tierney’s tote bags. Every single one is made with a lot of love; London designs and hand paints pattern, which is then screen-printed with an eco-friendly water based inks on duck canvas. Incredibly sturdy and perfect for carting around the family’s goods in style […]

I mentioned last month I’m trying hard to decorate for holidays for my boys. I deeply appreciate their schools helping explain the holidays and I feel my part is to offer something at home to help further the conversations and learning experience. Our Easter decor is fairly tame. Just fresh flowers on the table and in the kitchen to welcome spring, along with […]

This week’s five favorite things. Clockwise, from the top right: 1) While Easter baskets are usually filled with candy, this year I’ll ask the Easter Bunny to skip the sweets and bring this ultra-cool Make Map Art: Creatively Illustrate Your World book for the Older instead. 2) I bought this black and white cocoon dress during a special promotion at Seattle’s University Village. It’s […]

The first day of Spring brings this week’s favorite things. Clockwise, from the top right: 1) This Green Draped Trenchcoat looks incredibly fresh for the spring. Imagine pairing it with a lighter than air scarf. Perfect for the next brunch date with the ladies. 2) These Yarn Wrapped Easter Eggs look like a great way to get the house ready for […]

I’ve been trying hard to bring more of the assorted holiday spirit into our home. The Older learns about them at school (which is great!), and while pulling projects and homework out of his bag after coming home, he’ll ask if we celebrate an upcoming holiday. Sometimes I explain the day is to remember someone […]