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Weekend Links: February 3rd edition

I am obsessed with fake eyelashes. The other night, my husband and I went out on a double date, and I literally got dressed in 10 minutes. From outfit, to hair, to makeup, to out the door. Fake eyelashes are so much fun, and instantly add some glam to your normal look. Once you get the hang of putting them on, it takes a minute to get super long and dark lashes. I get more compliments when I have them on. Give some falsies a whirl, I promise you will love them. Here is what I am loving this … [Read More...]

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Sweet and Sticky Chicken Wings

The big game is this weekend, and even though I am not overly concerned about the outcome, I am concerned about the food.  Super Bowl Sunday is one of my favorite eating occasions of the year.  It … [Read More...]

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two ways to say I love you today.

Happy February, friends! Today we kick off a fabulous month devoted to showing love to those around us. How awesome is that?! When I was younger I focused so much on the romantic aspect of February, … [Read More...]

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Simplify Your Grocery List

As we wrap up January, I thought it was an ideal time to share one last tip that could make your year a bit easier and more organized. Grocery shopping is inevitable, and for many of us (well, me!) a … [Read More...]

DIY

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Budget Buddies

Last year, we moved from California to Kansas and in the process we learned … [Read More...]

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around the world in 60 years.

My dad turned 60 last year and my sister and I were determined to do … [Read More...]

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The Art of Creating a Brand

From visual inspiration to a brand new logo: The Art of Creating a … [Read More...]

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Endings and Beginnings

So many are closing the door on the previous year and welcoming the promise … [Read More...]

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These moments…

Watching him grow, stature and creativity. Enjoying the outdoors … [Read More...]

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Grateful for Legacy

Growing up, my two sisters and I spent a lot of time at my grandparents' … [Read More...]

Home & Haven

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Guest Room Welcome Basket

We tend to have a lot of house guests, which I love.  I love opening up my … [Read More...]

Creating An Organizing Schedule

The beginning of a new year always gets me in the mood to organize. The … [Read More...]

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Nesting

nesting  — n "Nesting... is commonly characterized by a strong urge to … [Read More...]

In the Kitchen

sweet and sticky chicken wing recipe

Sweet and Sticky Chicken Wings

The big game is this weekend, and even though I am not overly concerned … [Read More...]

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two ways to say I love you today.

Happy February, friends! Today we kick off a fabulous month devoted to … [Read More...]

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Simplify Your Grocery List

As we wrap up January, I thought it was an ideal time to share one last tip … [Read More...]

Taking Care of You

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Be Present (a New Year’s goal)

One year ago, I chose thrive to be “my word” for 2011. Little did I … [Read More...]

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A New Year, A New Look

As you can see, we have updated our look.  We appreciate your patience … [Read More...]

Confessions of a Type A Mama & a stylebabyLOG giveaway!

Motherhood has been a very good thing for my Type A personality. VERY good. … [Read More...]

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Musings on Motherhood

(Newborn images courtesy of Raye Law Photography) As I sit here with a … [Read More...]

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The Unschooling Closet

Uh-Oh, did someone say "unschooling"? Quick...what was the first thing … [Read More...]

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Somewhere between “Never say never” and “Are you nuts?”

Have you ever looked back at your life and been in complete awe of how it … [Read More...]