A Bowl Full of Simple

The Orange Rhino

June 5, 2013

I want to tell you about something that has been eating at me for months, that I really really dislike about myself in hopes that others out there may not feel embarrassed and may be inspired to make a change. You see, it has been digging a pit in my belly for a long time. […]

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Kids Schoolwork :: An Annual Review

May 27, 2013

Ok friends, it’s that time of year again. The school year is winding down and the kids’ artwork and school work is comin’ home. What’s your plan going to be? Is this the summer you tackle the mountains? Is this the year you stop feeling guilty for tossing some {most} of it in the recycling […]

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Blogger Spotlight | Sarah Yates

May 24, 2013

The second in my series of 10 Fab Bloggers to Follow {in no particular order}, is Sarah Yates. She writes the blog A House in the Hills. It is such a beautifully simple and gorgeous site. She’s a lifestyle blogger that blogs about fashion, home decor, and my favorite part, her delicious recipes. Her blogs […]

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Alt for Everyone

May 20, 2013

Since starting this blog, I have been wanting to attend a blog conference to learn more about blogging and to connect with other bloggers. Getting away to a conference is a bit difficult so you can imagine my thrill when Alt Summit announced Alt for Everyone. Last week, I was able to “attend” several online […]

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Where to Eat :: San Francisco

May 8, 2013

We’ve been spending more time than usual in San Francisco lately, which always makes me really happy! Thought it’d be fun to list some of our current faves in case you are in SF looking for a fab spot to dine. This list is by no means exhaustive and includes all types of meals. All […]

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Vertical Gardening

May 7, 2013

I have been coveting vertical wall gardens as art for four years now. I have 2 walls in my yard that would perfectly suit a work of art like these. Determined to create my own one day, I’ve saved these images as inspiration. 1 / 2 / 3 Beyond being a source of beauty and […]

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Beach Dinner – Take 2

May 1, 2013

A few weeks ago we surprised the kids with an impromptu dinner at the beach. It was a ton of fun to put our regularly busy week on hold for a few hours and make the drive to the beach for dinner instead of our usual routine. It may have been worth it simply to […]

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Succulents

April 29, 2013

Succulents have made a huge appearance in both indoor and outdoor gardens these past few years. I bought this large cement pot several summers ago at one of my favorite local garden and gift centers. I’ve returned year after year to have them pull a few of the oldies and plant a few freshies. This […]

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Chicken Escabeche with Cilantro Black Beans

April 24, 2013

Do you ever get tired of chicken? I do. There must be a million ways to make it, but I seem to hover around the same ones. Since deciding to change my diet up a few months ago, eliminating gluten and dairy, I’ve noticed how often chicken recipes and sauces include those items. I was thrilled to […]

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Smoothie Starters

April 23, 2013

It’s no secret that my Vitamix gets a daily workout around here. We are big fans of smoothies in this family. I am also constantly on the look out for new ways to simplify making meals for a hungry family of 5. First off, you gotta have a plan. Let’s face it though, life can […]