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• Embracing Our Inner Imperfect Hostess.

  

  I never realized that I was a clean freak until I had a baby. A clean house was the first thing to go once our son was born, right after long showers and seven... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, PARTIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Daddy’s Home.

  

  Sometimes when I look at Everett, I can see the tiny wheels spinning in his head, brain working at full speed trying to figure out cause and effect and all... Read more

  Posted on 17 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Megan + Jason.

  

  Okay, HOW CUTE ARE MEGAN AND JASON? Really though. I used to work with Megan at The Citizen Hotel (back in my hay day). She is the sweetest, and could not look... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• the Peace Lily.

  

  Right after Everett was born, our friends Michael and Hilary came over with a delicious meal, a cute baby outfit, and a beautiful potted peace lily. You know... Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2013 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Everett’s Birthday Party.

  

  On Saturday we threw a birthday bash for Ev in my parent’s backyard. It wasn’t overly simple or overly complicated, but just right for a first birthday, I think. Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, PARTIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Happy Mother’s Day!

  

  “There is no way to be a perfect mother, but a million ways to be a good one.” – Jill Churchill Last Mother’s Day I was home with a week-old baby, soaking up hi... Read more

  Posted on 12 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• on the Move.

  

  I can’t be too sure, but I think our days of crawling might be numbered. Ev is cruising all over the house pushing his little walker, happy as a clam with his... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Ashley, Adam, Madison, & Baby.

  

  Ashley’s having a……BOY! This shoot was so much fun, and I love that little Madison got to be a part of it. I can tell she is going to be an amazing big sister. Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• What I Learned in My First Year of Motherhood.

  

  the bump // one week // one year When I think back on that giddy and grateful mom propped up in the hospital bed holding her baby boy in one arm and a barf bin... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Five Little Things on a Friday.

  

  1. Brett and I started a new morning routine this week. We get up at 5:55am, eat breakfast together, read our bibles, pray together, and then exercise for 30... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE

• Ev’s One Year Photo Book.

  

  Everett’s Blurb book arrived last week and I LOVE it. I keep large photo albums updated throughout the year with 4 x 6 prints, but I also wanted a simple way... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Eleven Months Old.

  

  I can’t believe this little guy is going to be ONE next Tuesday. Where does the time go? Seriously, where? He’s getting his first haircut this afternoon. No mor... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Roasted Blueberry & Basil Simple Syrup.

  

  My friend Kat just had a baby (Henry! So cute!), and a couple weeks ago, we got to shower them both with love and presents. I was put in charge of beverages, an... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK

• Ready for His Close-up.

  

  I know he’s my kid, but dang…..he’s cute, right? Those big eyes get bluer and bluer every day it seems. Ev is still trying to figure out my camera, hence the... Read more

  Posted on 25 April 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Everett’s Baby Book.

  

  In less than two weeks, my baby will be one. WHAT. I’m putting some finishing touches on his baby book this week. I knew if I didn’t finish it by his first... Read more

  Posted on 24 April 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies.

  

  Confession: I am not a very good baker. I think it has something to do with my impatience. Baking isn’t like cooking where you can casually throw in a little... Read more

  Posted on 22 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• How to Sell Clothes from Your Iphone.

  

  You guys. I have recently started using this fantastic app called Poshmark. Ever heard of it? Here’s how it works: 1. Clean out your closet. Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Never Say Never.

  

  It was a windy Monday afternoon and we had sought refuge at Target, our safe place. My iPhone note app displayed a list of 18 items, almost all of which were... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Pray the Devil Back to Hell.

  

  Part of preparing my mind and heart for this trip to Africa is educating myself about where I’m going and the people who live there. Read more

  Posted on 17 April 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• Four Years of Blogging.

  “If, anywhere in your soul, you feel the desire to write, please write. Write as a gift to yourself and others. Everyone has a story to tell. Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2013 DIARIES, LIFESTYLE, SELF EXPRESSION