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• 15 Years Ago Today…

  

  …at the age of 16 while at Summer Camp I met the cutest boy I had ever seen.  He quickly became my boyfriend (everyone had a camp boyfriend, right?!)  But two... Read more

  Posted on 14 June 2014 FAMILY

• the Past Three Weeks – a Recap in Pictures

  

  Where have I been you ask?  Oh, just everywhere doing everything.  I’m so exhausted and so happy to be home.Here’s a recap:First off, Henry is adorable.He can... Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2014 FAMILY

• Big, Exciting News!

  

  I have not been this excited for an album to come out in, well, ever.Today is the release day for a record that my husband and some very close and amazing... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2014 FAMILY

• Hey, You. Yeah, You. The One Glaring at My Crying Baby on the Plane.

  

  Hey, You. You with the single sleek carry-on who keeps glaring at my crying baby on the plane.Yeah, you. With the kindle and the cufflinks and the fresh... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2014 FAMILY

• the Truth About Motherhood on Mother’s Day

  

  This morning, my kids apparently couldn’t wait to remind me of my motherhood, because they woke up at 6am.  I tried taking them back to bed with me to... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2014 FAMILY

• What Our Home Renovation Taught Me About Joy

  

  Let me start with the good.The counter tops in the kitchen went in today, and are absolutely the most gorgeous thing I have ever seen.  Besides my kids…of... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2014 FAMILY

• a Step Towards Minimalism: Cleaning out My Closet & Packing for the Move

  

  “I need to buy more hangers.” I said to myself while surveying the pile of clean clothes on my bed recently.And then it occurred to me.  It was so obvious. Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2014 FAMILY

• Explaining Racism to My Child

  

  “What’s a racist?” Henry asked with wide, precious, innocent, five-year-old eyes.I had just gotten off the phone with a local company and didn’t realize that... Read more

  Posted on 29 April 2014 FAMILY

• a Quick Guide for Choosing a Raw Milk Provider

  

  As more people become aware of the incredible health benefits of raw milk, the demand has gone up, which is awesome! However, in the process I’ve seen quite a... Read more

  Posted on 25 April 2014 FAMILY

• How We Potty-trained 2 Boys by Age 2 in 5 Easy Steps

  

  When Henry potty trained a month after his 2nd birthday, everyone told me that it was due to his personality, and wouldn’t happen again, and definitely not... Read more

  Posted on 22 April 2014 FAMILY

• My First Step Towards Minimalism

  

  I don’t write a lot about my religion.  It’s really precious to me, and I just don’t want to hear careless, hateful comments about something that is so intimate. Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2014 FAMILY

• Mom Lessons from Darth

  

  You know how Legos have a reputation for inflicting excruciating pain when you step on them?  Not to take anything away from legos, I mean, next to being... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2014 FAMILY

• a Boy and His Baby Doll & a Renovation Update

  

  So, Miles, our big, loud, daring, adventurous 2 year old boy has fallen in love with a baby doll.He calls her “baby” or “Etta” and lovingly cares for her... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2014 FAMILY

• Whups! My Diaper Pail Link is Now Working

  

  So…yesterday a few hundred of you tried to click the link for the Diaper Pail I recommended with no success.  Sorry about that!Reason #247 why I should never... Read more

  Posted on 15 April 2014 FAMILY

• the Coolest Diaper Pail Ever and Cheeeeeeeap Chlorine Free Diapers

  

  I know, how boring.  A diaper pail & diapers. BUT…hear me out.  I am a super practical person.  My Myers Briggs says that I opt for the “Old fashioned, simple,... Read more

  Posted on 15 April 2014 FAMILY

• the Cutest Thing to Ever Happen to My Front Door

  

  I was going to do a better post than this tonight but I’m just too tired.  So. Dang. Tired.So, instead I wanted to show you one of the cutest things ever to... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2014 FAMILY

• Healthy Home Reno: Zero VOC Stain & Polyurethane Alternative for Our Hardwood...

  

  I am thrilled to introduce you all to an amazing product that I didn’t even know existed until about 6 months ago!It’s called Rubio Monocoat and it’s been used... Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2014 FAMILY

• Big Changes and the Best Almond Milk Ever. Ever.

  

  Change is coming…in every area of life it seems right now.  Well, almost every area.  My marriage is still awesome.  My kids are still awesome.  I have loving... Read more

  Posted on 12 April 2014 FAMILY

• Home Renovation Update in Pictures + Tips for Buying Healthy(er) Paint

  

  Lord have mercy my friends.  Have I mentioned that playing general contractor on this home renovation is a full time job?  Yep.  Full time. Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2014 FAMILY

• How to Kill a Cold Sore Instantly, Before It Becomes Noticeable

  

  Things have been so busy.  I’m craving slow days.  Days filled with more of this:Summer should be slower.In the meantime, I wanted to quickly pass on an... Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2014 FAMILY