I always love unexpected and unique sounding vocals, and Trevor Powers definitely has that going for him.  His stage name is Youth Lagoon, and he came out with his 2nd album a few weeks ago, Wondrous Bughouse.  I’ve been listening to it, along with his…

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The kids are on spring break this week (hooray!) and I thought it might be nice to have a little sale in my Etsy shops.  Through the end of March, use coupon code SPRINGBREAK13 at checkout and get 25% off your order!  This sale and…

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  Thanks so much to everyone that entered in the Shabby Apple Giveaway last week!  The randomly chosen winner is: Alicia B. Congrats Alicia! Thank you to Shabby Apple for the great giveaway – their clothes are so adorable!

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I’ve mentioned my love of Smitten Kitchen several times, and I’m afraid that it’s becoming a bit of an obsession.  Tristan bought me her cookbook for Christmas, and each time I make  one of the recipes, I’m blown away by how simple, ingenious, and just…

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////////////////////This giveaway is now closed////////////////////// If you are busy shopping for your spring wardrobe like I am, you are gonna love today’s giveaway!  Shabby Apple creates modern vintage clothing in adorable prints and styles.  Here are a few of my favorites: 1.//2.//3.//4.//5.//6.//7. How cute are these?!…

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In the world of online magazines and blogs, I am still a big fan of printed, physical magazines.  I love to pick one up and feel it’s weight – full of beautiful photos and articles, glossy pages, and the. best. smell. as I flip through…

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Yesterday, Chicago-based band Wild Belle released their new album Isles, and I’m already smitten with it.  I’ve listened to it 4 times through, and can see that it will be a Spring/Summer favorite for me this year. The band is a brother and sister duo…

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Happy Monday!  It’s time for another week of Etsy Picks!  I love shopping for clothes, but I also love looking for my kiddos, and Etsy always has a sea of vintage and handmade clothing to salivate over.  Dresses are a particular favorite of mine, and…

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The kids had the day off of school, so we had a slow morning and then went on a nature walk in the afternoon.  The weather was cool and a very rare overcast day.  We headed to the South Platte River where there are some…

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I am SO excited to show you all my new blog layout today!  I’ve been wanting to change things up for a while now, and I am really happy with the results.  Tristan happens to be genius at web coding and was able to customize…

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