A Bowl Full of Simple

Soup Swap

February 25, 2013

Have you ever been to a Soup Swap? A couple of years ago I had an idea to host a Soup Swap. I figured I was not the first person to come up with the idea so I turned to my friend google, guess what? There’s actually a National Soup Swap Day. Seriously. It’s in […]

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This is 3

February 22, 2013

Three is a thrill. And this 3 year old in particular is a comedian, a lover, and our most empathetic. She gets sarcasm and dishes it right back at you. She asks for what she wants which is either to snuggle up or do it by herself. She has the most expressive eyebrows I’ve ever […]

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New Year : New Rules

February 20, 2013

I’m on Day 3 of a wonderful journey for myself. I’ve always been an avid fitness enthusiast. I typically work out 6 days a week and love it. That and eating well most of the time has always been enough for me to maintain a healthy body weight for me. Well, this year has been different. […]

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Our Meal Plan This Week

February 18, 2013

Heard from so many recently for some more menu ideas. Here’s our plan for the week. I spent a little time on Sunday afternoon putting a menu together and shopping for the week. I have more time on Sunday afternoon and Mondays than the rest of our week to get some of the prep done […]

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How Often Do You Wash Your Hair?

February 12, 2013

I knew that question would get your attention. What’s your routine? Are you an every day girl? Every other? Could you ever go 3 days? Several years ago a hairdresser recommended I stop washing my hair every day. I was sure I’d look like a greasy mess. So I went to my most trusted source, […]

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The Milkman

February 7, 2013

It’s not what you think, really, but I do love my milkman. Yes! A Milkman still exists in 2013. My milkman, Connely, delivers milk to my doorstep every Wednesday with a smile on his face. It is such a treat. We started using Michal the Milkman in 2006 when my kids were little and our family […]

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Friendships Don’t Just Happen

February 5, 2013

A few months ago I wrote about Friendships at 40. It was one post that certainly received a lot of feedback. Seems women everywhere, moms especially, find making, building, deepening friendships difficult. I introduced you to a blog I follow on the topic written by Shasta Nelson creator of GirlFriendCircles.com. I’m so excited to announce […]

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Lemons

February 4, 2013

Citrus is my fave. Here in California, we’re lucky enough to have lemons year round. My lemon tree has 2 seasons, some + lots! January marks the beginning of the season of lots. I thought I’d share a few ideas that I like to do with my bounty beyond lemonade. Salad Dressing – fresh lemon, […]

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1st Sign of Spring

February 1, 2013

Each year at this time, even here in California, the garden is looking a little bleak. The lawn is brownish after weeks of below freezing over night temps and the trees look sad and bare. But one lucky day at the end of January or the beginning of February I spy the very 1st sign […]

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Just Us

January 29, 2013

I’m excited to tell you about a new project I’ve taken on this year! I’ve teamed up with my friend Suzanne and other photographers for the Just Us project. After reading my post, 3 Things About Photos, Suzanne asked me to join her on the project this year. I’m committing to taking more photos of our […]