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Project Playroom
I have always longed for a basement or another bedroom just strictly for toys. I always hated how cluttered the living room felt, always scattered with toys–and I just wanted a place for everything and...
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New Skin Care with Shaklee! {and a giveaway!}
I had never heard about Shaklee until my friend Bridget started posting about them. Once she posted about their skin care line, I was intrigued– so I ordered the cleanser, toner, and moisturizer....
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To give.
My dear friend Aimee is sharing this story on my blog today, and boy, is it powerful. Read on and be inspired by her words. /// if you had all the money in the world, would you be a philanthropist? i...
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My latest adventure
My husband has always wanted me to have a garden, and frankly I have never had any interest. I even hate taking care of the minimal landscaping that we DO have. Watering flowers? Not my thing. I have...
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What I Wore Wednesday
Weather in Illinois can NOT make up it’s mind, so you will see me bundled up this week and then in actual spring clothes. Weird. Last week we almost froze to death and this week, I turned the a/c on...
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All About Rendi
I had never heard of Rendi before until my friend Lillian introduced me to them. Rendi is a company that makes personalized items and wooden frames–beautiful home decor made with reclaimed wood from...
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Hello, Monday.
Happy Monday! Hello to the (hopeful) return of the beautiful weather we had last week. Hello to the constant playing with sidewalk chalk. Hello to pouty faces when it’s time to go inside. Hello to...
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What I Wore Wednesday
Last Thursday, we went to the Carrie Underwood/Hunter Hayes concert– it was incredible! She puts on an amazing show and is just as amazing live as she is on her albums. It was such a fun night out!...
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Celebrating Mother’s Day
I am sharing over at Fancy Little Things today my thoughts on celebrating Mother’s Day after reading an article that got me thinking. Click over and check it out! Happy Friday! © 2013, julie. All...
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Happy Mother’s Day
I am so blessed to be the mother of these two. I am not always perfect. They are not always perfect. Each day brings new challenges and new blessings. I wouldn’t change it for anything. Happy...
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Hello, Monday {recapping our week}
Hello, Monday! Hello to a haircut and subtle new highlights. Hello to my baby brother graduating college over the weekend! (Yes, he is over 6 ft tall.) Hello to spring days going to visit daddy,...
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What I Wore Wednesday
Happy Wednesday, everyone! The weather here is shaping up (finally) and I am excited to be breaking out some of my more spring/summery outfits! tank dress: local boutique // cardigan: Loft // leggings:...
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No More Perfect Days
We have all been there. You wake up in the morning, having expectations for a productive, stress free day– and within an hour, or maybe even within minutes, something happens that sets the tone for a...
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Slowing Down
Lately, I feel like life is moving at a faster pace than what I really want it to. I am forgetting things. I am not doing certain things 100% well 100% of the time (like cooking, cleaning, or...
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Fancy Little Things May Giveaway!
Today over at Fancy Little Things, we are sharing our MAY Giveaway! What a fun little crate full of goodies! Be sure to enter– it’s way too cute to pass up! >> SHOP << >> SHOP...
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Mudroom Update
Two years ago when we finished the mudroom in our house, one of my musts was coat hooks. We always have people over– my siblings, Brandon’s siblings, our parents and grandparents– so I wanted a LOT of...
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Outside, all the time.
My kids LOVE to be outside. They love swinging, going for walks, playing on the slide, being at the shed with Brandon, helping in the garden- if it’s outside, they LOVE it. As soon as Kenley gets up in...
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Weekend Reprieve
I am feeling defeated lately. Not sleeping well at night and then being exhausted during the day is wearing on me. Big time. I have a short fuse, a terrible lack of motivation, and my anxiety? Well, it...
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Park Day
Two weeks ago, we met up with some friends to play at a park– probably the best part I have ever been to! I was loving it– it was fenced in, tons of things to choose from. I guess that is the beauty of...
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What I Wore Wednesday
I love participating in What I Wore Wednesday. Not only do I get to show you all what is in my closet, but it is a great reference point for me when I claim I have “nothing to wear.” You have all been...
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