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Archives for September 2011

Uncategorized | September 30, 2011

Update on Henry

Update on Henry

Remember when I said Henry had to get his teeth cleaned? Well that's happening right now. They have to administer anesthesia in order to clean his teeth...which meant no breakfast for Henry this morning. And let me tell you...that was not fun! Please someone tell me how you explain to a cat that yes, I know you are hungry, but no, you may not eat. ... Read More

Uncategorized | September 29, 2011

Awkward and Awesome Thursday

Awkward and Awesome Thursday

It's time for another installment of Awkward and Awesome Thursday. Join Sydney at The Daybook for more awesomeness. Awkward- Trying to carry on a conversation with a neighbor while holding a bag of your dog's poo. There really is no classy way to do this...I've tried. - Also, let's add waving hello to someone with the poo bag hand. - The TSA guy ... Read More

Uncategorized | September 27, 2011

California Lovin’

California Lovin’

Sorry about the lack of posting....I've been in California the past few days! I went for a work event, but managed to squeeze in some fun along the way. The best part of California? Seeing some of my favorite people! As soon as my plane landed I hopped in my rental car and drove out to Fashion Island to meet my friends Erika and Rebecca. I've been ... Read More

Uncategorized | September 13, 2011

Wrigley Loves Ikea Too and Other Random Stuff

Wrigley Loves Ikea Too and Other Random Stuff

Today I thought I would share some of my finds from our Ikea shopping trip over the weekend. For those of you who left comments yesterday about never having visited Ikea before....what are you waiting for? Go for it! Even if you don't buy anything it's a fun place to visit. Plus they have chocolate cake. Wrigley wants to go to Ikea too. ... Read More

Uncategorized | September 12, 2011

Ikea, Home Goods, and Trader Joe’s Oh My

Ikea, Home Goods, and Trader Joe’s Oh My

One of the downsides of living where I live is that we don't have an Ikea or Trader Joe's close by. Two places I absolutely love. When I lived in California we had both of these stores within 20 minutes of my house. My mom used to walk to Trader Joe's. Sigh. Woe is me right? Now when I want to go to Ikea or Trader Joe's it's an all day ... Read More

Uncategorized | September 6, 2011

Back to School…Not Really

Back to School…Not Really

Happy back to school day! I am not in school, but I do work at one which means I get to celebrate! I've always loved the first day of school. New clothes, new pens and pencils, new backpack, and a fresh start! We spent the long weekend doing just what you are supposed to do before school starts up again....spend time with friends and have fun! We ... Read More

Uncategorized | September 1, 2011

Happy September!

Happy September!

I can't believe it's already September! Time for back to school, football, pumpkin decorating, pretty leaves, and drinking apple cider. I am SO ready for Fall! It is by far my favorite season. Source: amandaborozinski.blogspot.com via Julie on Pinterest Source: marthastewart.com via Julie on Pinterest Source: google.com via Julie on ... Read More

Lately on Instagram

Raise your hand if you are ready for the weekend! Raise your hand if you are ready for the weekend!
Always with her thumb in her mouth and her hand on Always with her thumb in her mouth and her hand on my face. Even when she was a little baby she would reach up and stroke my cheek. It’s her comfort position. And I’ve found myself documenting it with a picture or a note on my phone every chance I get, just in case it’s the last time. Babies don’t keep. But I will keep this memory forever.
The dollhouse is getting lots of love over here an The dollhouse is getting lots of love over here and it makes my heart so happy to see the girls loving something I put so much time and energy into making beautiful for them.
The dollhouse is done!!! I am in love with how it The dollhouse is done!!! I am in love with how it turned out and so are my girls!!!! Check out my blog post today for alllll the details!
Can I live here? I’m finishing up our dollhouse Can I live here? I’m finishing up our dollhouse makeover and can’t wait to share the inside details with you! It turned out so cute! But for now please enjoy the sweet updated  exterior complete with window boxes my mom made out of paint stir sticks and front porch planters I made out of shampoo caps.
Looking at those little hands clinging to mine jus Looking at those little hands clinging to mine just melts my heart into a million little pieces.
Snow day fun with my two best gals! ❄️❄️❄️
I spy....the cutest duo. I spy....the cutest duo.

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