This post is sponsored by NameBubbles. Use code ONTAP to receive 15% off your next order of adorable personalized labels for everyday life. In this joyful season of parties, playdates, cookie swaps,and caroling (just kidding… we don’t go caroling… does anyone go caroling?… we do the other stuff, though), it seems like we are on the move more often than not. It’s taken me nearly four years, but I’ve finally…
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3 Things Friday
3 Things Friday… or alternate title: I have 3 things I keep forgetting to tell you. And it happens to be Friday. Let’s roll. Or whatever. Dill is amazing in bouquets. How did I learn this? I bought a $10 arrangement at the farmers market…
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Guard your spirit.
“Guard your spirit” is something I used to jokingly say to my dog, covering his eyes if there was violence on the evening news. I would tell Nick that our little Frenchie was very sensitive and needed to be protected from things like swear words…
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Today: Being responsibly indulgent.
The change in seasons, the end of Daylight Saving Time, and the final weeks of my pregnancy have combined forces to make me, basically, an exhausted grouch. I had a routine appointment with our midwife last week (and am headed to see our ob-gyn this…
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Today: Beach bag upgrades.
The sign of a great summer: My beach bag is getting more use than my handbag. Whether you’re toting around a beach bag, a pool bag, a gym bag or a something-else bag, I’ve got a few upgrades to share. Things that make my life…
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Today: My morning reading list.
If it’s morning and you’re in bed, and you’re reading this on your phone… thank you. I always appreciate your being here. But please, put the phone down. Let’s meet back here in a few hours. One of my worst habits? Letting other people decide…
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Today: Making room for creativity.
I first started blogging in 2006 or 2007 because I was feeling a bit stuck and needed a creative outlet that didn’t require expensive supplies or an expansive workspace. I’ve always gravitated toward writing and other forms of expression and thrive when I have projects…
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Today: What’s in my Pocket, 2/24/14
I thought about putting together a Weekend According to Instagram post, but ever since Grace’s early arrival (and my coinciding early maternity leave), the weekends sort of feel like regular days. And the regular days feel sort of like weekend days. Mostly, the last three…
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Today: Last Minute Larry’s Valentine Gift Guide.
Just before Christmas, I threw together a Last Minute Larry gift guide, featuring presents found at the grocery store (and if you’re going that route, here are a few last minute Valentine’s Day deals you’ll love at Whole Foods Market). I did a bit more…