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I got pink eye last week because I am 12. No, actually it’s because Benjamin got it and decided to get all share-y. The itchiness and sensitivity really kinda sucked. Then Ellie reminded me I had to throw out all my eye makeup and start over due to teh germz. More suck. Not really the [...]

I was having a discussion the other day about seasonal drinks of choice. For instance, I prefer Gin & Tonic with lots of lime, but only in warm weather. I love big, bold red wines, but only in cold weather. I’m not a beer girl, unless it’s mexican food and summer time. Around Kentucky Derby [...]

Yesterday was one of those days where it was just busy.  In the morning Leah had her 3rd grade Sunday School service that she got to participate in leading.  (In case you’re wondering?  Totally adorable and tear-inducing.)  So we did this: Then it was off to a quick lunch and back home for nap time.  [...]

You know what totally rocks about Whole Foods? In the cheese section there are these neat little stainless steel bowls that have small individually wrapped “leftover” sized blocks of cheese. You never know what you’ll find in there. Each is anywhere from $1 – $4 and you can just nibble your way through all sorts [...]

I know what you’re thinking. Burlap = itchy. Think again. This formerly pedestrian fabric has been re-invented to dress the most elegant of homes. I love that it’s a neutral that still gives a hint of texture. In various weights it gives good drape and I LOVE the silkscreening that can be done on it. [...]

If you have not checked out the vinyl decal trend you are MISSING OUT, people! Think of them as removable stickers that can add anything from whimsy to drama to a room. I’ve added the truest quote EVER to my little boy’s room and it gets a laugh every time guests are over: Go immediately [...]

Who needs vanilla when you’ve got beef and grease and onions? The perfect birthday gift for that graduating college student to remind them of 2am drunk munchy runs gone by. The link to this on the White Castle website is now missing. I can’t imagine why.