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Back to School Round-Up

August 23, 2013

Yesterday was the 1st day back to school for my bigs. Can’t believe they are already in 2nd + 4th grade. Little M doesn’t start preschool until after Labor Day this year, she can hardly wait! 13 links for your weekend from across the web all with Back to School in mind. instaweek don’t you […]

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New York Travelogue

August 19, 2013

This summer we were lucky enough to take the kids back to New York City. To say NYC is a favorite of mine would be a big understatement. It’s more of an addiction. Thankfully our kids love it too. Sharing some of our favorite stops with you today. One of our first stops was the […]

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Where to Eat + Drink // SF

August 16, 2013

I’ve written about how much we enjoy Trick Dog here before. Their Pantone Drink Menu was unique and beautiful. Now they have a new drink menu out, The Record Album. I love how creative they are with these menus. The menu is in a photo album with each sleeve containing an old 45. The drinks […]

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Obsession // Blue Sofa

August 14, 2013

I have had a growing obsession this past year for blue velvet. Specifically blue velvet on a sofa. There is just something so hippie, cool, vintage to me, but still modern, clean, + fresh. I may reupholster my existing couch or look for a hand-me down to give fresh new life too. Either way, at […]

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Kids Art + School Work

August 12, 2013

Perhaps this post should be titled “Do It Now my friends!” Before the craziness that is the beginning of every school year. Take a couple of hours to organize last year’s school work, archive those special pieces, and set up a system that you can work with this school year before the paper starts streaming […]

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5 Books for Your Summer Reading

August 8, 2013

I’m frequently asked about what I’m reading these days. It’s also one of my favorite questions for my friends. The stack of books on my nightstand is overflowing, literally onto the floor. This summer has been full of some light, fun, page turners perfect for summer travel and beach reading. I’d love to hear what […]

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White Peach Ice Cream with Cinnamon Streusel Swirl {Guest Post}

August 5, 2013

Hello My Friends, have I got a treat for you guys today!! Kylie, from yeah…imma eat that is here today with an amazing ice cream that you guys are going to love! This is a non-dairy, incredibly low in sugar dessert I am definitely going to be making one of these hot August nights! I […]

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Alt SF Recap

August 2, 2013

Last week I attended the Alt Summit in San Francisco. I was thrilled and apprehensive to say the least. I am a 40+ year old blogger going into a conference I was sure would be dominated by 20 somethings, I had new business cards that I was sure would not compete, and I was convinced […]

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Just Us – July 2013

July 31, 2013

What a fun fun month its been! I actually can’t believe it’s been 31 days already. I just want to say that this Just Us Project is MUCH harder than it sounds. But it’s importance to me is worth it, even if I sometimes feel like I’m going to cry trying to get my kids […]

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Plum Tart {gluten-free}

July 29, 2013

I have a Plum Tart for you that is going to be the most amazing start to your stone fruit season. It was adapted and altered using 2 different recipes to make a delicious gluten-free dessert you’ll make all summer long. One of my favorite gluten-free cooks is Aran Goyoaga from the superb food blog, cannelle […]