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I cannot believe school starts in twelve days (?!) – and some kids have already started! Thankfully I have a fairly short shopping list but there’s still the pressure to tackle it ASAP since Lil Man’s preschool summer session is winding down. Aside from the crowds and finding time to do it, I don’t mind […]

Hopefully you already know about the Summer Soiree Giveaway (enter today!). A lucky winner will receive a box with fabulous goods including these lil’ gems. Confession: I liked them so much I picked up a pair for myself.I’m planning to wear them next weekend. To my 20-year high school reunion to be exact. How’s that for a sneak peek into […]

Hopefully Memorial Day and June allowed you some time to practice grilling because this upcoming holiday weekend is all about being the BBQ Master and picnicking in style. As I mentioned last week, we’re heading to friend’s farm for the celebrations and I hope to bring these cherry hand pies. It’s a nice update to an […]

She’s the one fellow mothers look at with understanding. We remember the joys and frustrations having a new baby brings to everyday life. She’s the one, whether it’s her first child or third, that we need to take a moment and smile at her, sincerely congratulating her, for being a fabulous woman. image // gift idea: matching […]

Just a reminder: this week’s posts are dedicated to getting ready for Easter, 3.31.13! By any chance do you remember the Choose Your Own Adventure books? The stories where you would suddenly come to the point in a chapter when you had to choose if you were going to continue down a wooded path or cross a rope bridge while a grizzly […]

When March arrives in Seattle, it arrives with a lion’s roar. It can be cold and rainy with a cutting wind in the morning but by mid-afternoon it can feel blissfully warm in the sun. Here are my two favorite ways to tackle the crazy yo-yoing weather. For Sunday brunch with friends, I start with the basics with […]

I needed a little inspiration in what to wear for Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas morning. Usually my Eve wear includes a warm cardigan sweater, jean and boots. So comfortable yet predictable. I think it’s time to step it up a notch this year by dressing up a little (and that dress is on sale!). The tights will keep my […]

1. Jersey Cadet Hat, The Gap // 2. Bourbon & Rye, Woodinville Whiskey Company // 3. Kuhl Spy Jacket, REI // 4. Lorenzo Uomo Strip Socks, Nordstrom Want to see all the gift guides in one place? Check out our Pinterest Gift Guide.