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Painting and Priorities Painting and Priorities

Hi friends, no Wardrobe Wednesday here as I just want to savor the last drops of summer before school starts (too early!) for us in just two weeks.  I can't stop time, but I can enjoy the lazy days we've been fortunate to have recently and for the next couple weeks.  I want so bad to be present in t…

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30Jul2014

Easy DIY // Dipped Lamp & VaseEasy DIY // Dipped Lamp & Vase

An easy DIY project is my kind of project!  I can handle a can of spray paint! I'm working on creating a desk nook in my son's room and needed a desk lamp, so, instead of purchasing a new one, I repurposed one I'm not currently using by giving it a fun "dipped" navy blue edge.  My lamp is from Z Gal…

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29Jul2014

Weekend Recap // Lost Pines Weekend Recap // Lost Pines

Some of you who've read my blog since the very beginning have seen my son grow up from just a little baby old into an energetic 4 year-old boy.  He's got the sweetest spirit and everyone who meets him always comments what a joy he is.  He's one of those kids who will sit and chat with you as long as…

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28Jul2014

Weekend Steals & Deals Weekend Steals & Deals

This weekend we're looking forward to some much-needed family R&R.  Then, on Sunday, we'll be getting together with friends at a back-to-school picnic (ours starts mid-Aug) where kids can play and the adults can see each other again.  I miss the moms I had gotten used to seeing everyday at the schoo…

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24Jul2014

New Dining Room Paint- Sherwin Williams Comfort Grey New Dining Room Paint- Sherwin Williams Comfort Grey

Thank you so very much for weighing in on my paint-color dilemma in the dining room!  I read all the comments and really appreciate the feedback.  It reminds me why I started blogging in the first place- to have other women who love home decor to bounce ideas off of.  My husband is not only color-bl…

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24Jul2014

Wardrobe Wednesday // New Arrivals at Stella & Dot Wardrobe Wednesday // New Arrivals at Stella & Dot

I just looked at Stella & Dot's new arrivals and I'm smitten with several of their new pieces- it's such a good collection! Stella & Dot Union Square Scarf- Geo Ikat Stella & Dot has the best scarves, I swear.  And I'm crazy about the color and pattern in this new Geo Ikat scarf. I always feel like …

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23Jul2014

Choosing Paint for the Dining Room - Sherwin Williams Sea Salt ??Choosing Paint for the Dining Room - Sherwin Williams Sea Salt ??

How many samples of paint does it take to find the right color for a dining room?  Apparently, at least eight.  I've been to the paint store three times in the past three days to continue testing paint samples, and I'm not even sure I have a winner yet!  I'm determined to decide today though because…

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20Jul2014

Weekend Steals & Deals // Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Weekend Steals & Deals // Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

If you're looking to do some shopping this weekend, the Nordstrom Anniversary sale is open to the public from now until August 3 and features their best deals on all their Fall clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, and more.  I typically order online from Nordstrom because their site is so easy to…

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18Jul2014

Wardrobe Wednesday - Stitch Fix ReviewWardrobe Wednesday - Stitch Fix Review

I'm so excited to share a fun and new (to me) clothing find Stitch Fix!  One of my favorite mom's at my son's school told me about it a few months ago.  I signed up, but wanted to see how it went before sharing it here with y'all in case I didn't like it.  I've been a member for awhile now and I'm p…

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16Jul2014

Haven Recap (Part 2) Class Cliff NotesHaven Recap (Part 2) Class Cliff Notes

As promised, Part 2 of my Haven blog conference recap focuses on the Cliff notes I took during the classes I attended.  You can read Part 1 here.  Before I dive into the class notes though, I wanted to share my own insights about developing relationships inside the blogging community, especially whe…

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15Jul2014

Haven Recap (Part 1- Blog Friends)Haven Recap (Part 1- Blog Friends)

Although I'm a blogger, I'm also a blog reader and follower of (many) other blogs.  I continue to get lost in blogs for hours late at night and am giddy when I find a blog that is full of creative talent, exciting ideas, and cool projects.  I fall hard for beautiful photography (especially food phot…

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13Jul2014

Nordstrom Anniversary (Early Access) SaleNordstrom Anniversary (Early Access) Sale

A couple days ago, I had to take my iPhone in to be repaired and while I was waiting for the fix, I popped in a few of my favorite stores at the Houston Galleria.  I haven't been to the mall in awhile, opting to shop online more for convenience, but it was cool to see the Fall merchandise starting t…

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10Jul2014

Heading to Haven . . . Heading to Haven . . .

Tomorrow morning I get to head to Atlanta for the Haven blog conference where I'm anxiously awaiting meeting up with my girlfriends!  In the past 4 years, I've had the good fortune to meet many other bloggers, but this time, I'll get to meet a lot of women I've admired for years, but never met in pe…

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09Jul2014

Summer Fun Bucket List // Fun Things to Do with Kids Summer Fun Bucket List // Fun Things to Do with Kids

Even though my son has been out of school for about a month now, it's only finally feeling like summer to me because he was going to a local day camp part-time.  For the rest of the summer, he'll be at home with me (and will maybe go to camp here or there if he wants to - some of his friends from sc…

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03Jul2014

Wardrobe Wednesday // Kate Spade Sale Wardrobe Wednesday // Kate Spade Sale

Hi there!  I'm excited to share with you a great deal I scored on a new summer bag!  I have gotten very comfortable running around with my cross-body bag, but I did want something a bit bigger, still lightweight (that I could keep organized), like a cross between a tote and a satchel, so I could car…

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02Jul2014

Blogger Spotlight // Kristi MurphyBlogger Spotlight // Kristi Murphy

Through one of my favorite pastimes, Pinterest, I stumbled upon Kristi Murphy's blog over the weekend.  Kristi is a lifestyle expert featuring brilliant and creative DIY projects that are completely doable and inexpensive.  Her designs have been featured on Lauren Conrad's blog, Shutterfly, and Brit…

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01Jul2014
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