It just dawned on me that I didn't share here on the blog that our home was featured on Design Sponge last week. I blab so much on Instagram that sometimes I forget to make sure I keep you all in the loop too since not everyone is on...
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Colorful Halloween and Fall Touches at Our Home.
We are not the Spooky type when it comes to decorating for Halloween. I go for not so spooky and fun. Last year, I was inspired by Monster doors I saw on Pinterest and turned our door into a monster. The boys and the children in the neighborhood loved it, so, guess...
Checking In.
Blogging has slowed down a bit the past few weeks because well, life happens. Yesterday, we celebrated Ian's 4th birthday. Can you believe that? I feel like it was just yesterday that I was showing you my baby bump. Hopefully regular blogging...
Carpet One Giveaway Winner!
Chosen via random.org is Carol Sue. Congratulations Carol! I will be contacting you shortly. Thank you to everyone who entered and a big thank you to Carpet One for sponsoring such a wonderful giveaway and for such a great cause!
What Wine Region of the World is My Wine From? and Wine Folly Book Review.
Wine is one word that gets used here quite a bit. It's a must have whenever I am entertaining and whenever I need to unwind from the stresses of life. In fact, we never run out wine. Never. I have so many fond memories that involve wine. Like that time when we were in...
Adding Zen with Luludi Living Art.
Zen to me means being present, slowing down, and fully absorbing my surrounding and experiences as they happen. I was delighted when I was asked to review one of the lovely living art products from Luludi Living Art because I love their green approach to creating and...
Mr. Mccall’s Fine Fragrances Giveaway!
This image with fresh flowers in all their prettiness is one of the lovely images that will probably be conjured up in your minds after inhaling the fragrances from Mr. Mccall's Fine Fragrances fragrance line. Tyler McCall is the lovely owner behind Mr. Mccall's Fine...
Jessica Helgerson’s Tiny House.
Interior Designer, Jessica Helgerson has been living in this ingenious and sustainable tiny house with her family for the last several years. It sits on a five-acre property on Sauvie Island, an agricultural island on the Columbia River 15 minutes north of Portland,...
Ian’s Updated Bedroom.
Ian's room update took a back-burner for a while because he actually wasn't using it for sleep. a throwback picIn fact, once he figured out how to climb out the crib when he was younger, his sleep pattern deteriorated. He refused to take naps in and would just climb...
Our Tropical Backyard Vow Renewal: 16 years
A few weeks ago, we renewed our wedding vows right in our backyard accompanied by some of our family members. Next week, on August 23rd, we will officially celebrate our 16th wedding anniversary. Can you believe that? Our renewal was extremely special to us...
Lazy Monday.
It was exceptionally difficult to get out of bed this morning. It might have something to do with the fact that i was up working until about 1:30 am... a healthy breakfast though this was my breakfast and lots of coffee should help me fuel up for what is going to be a...
Flower Crowns and a Winner!
Hi everyone! How are you? I know it's been over a week since I last blogged, but I have been busy planning an important upcoming event; an event where yours truly will be adorned in a flower crown. The hubs and myself will be acknowledging our upcoming anniversary...
Cool Down with Mango Margaritas.
We recently returned from a mini vacation in Florida and we loaded up lots of mangoes when we were returning home. In addition to making smoothies and mango chicken, we recently added mango margarita to the list of what to make using mangoes. some of the...
How to use Red, White, and Blue this Memorial Day Weekend.
i used a scarf as the tabletop cover, a thrifted blanket, and some red pillows also help to bring in the colors. A portable grill(in blue), white candles, tableware in white and blue, some strawberries, over a week old flowers, Stella glasses, and this red white...
Repurpose or Recycle: DIY
With a little elbow grease, sander, and some paint, a piece of old furniture can be given new life. This is what the piece I thrifted looked like before. After lightly sanding, I painted and sealed it. I originally shared this diy here. You can read it...