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It seems a lot of us have been puzzling about advent, making the most of the holidays, etc. and I just found this post on Apartment Therapy about a gratitude garland which I thought was brilliant. And there's some great inspiration for next year which is when I'm finally going to practice Advent in our home ( Read more... )

We actually went on a date last night. We suck at going out on anything that resembles a date and after last night, I think that both of us realize how much we need to incorporate it, especially now that we'll have two kids trying to usurp any energy and time we have ( Read more... )

I'm so excited for fireworks tonight. I don't know why but I LOVE fireworks. The last few years we've been up at Will's family's lake cabin just north of Coeur d'Alene. But much of the family elected to not go this year, and with Will at Apple, it was a more pragmatic decision just to stay here ( Read more... )

OK, how cute are these??? Two awesome takes on a traditional advent calendar, and both would be totally easy to do it yourself:


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We took a much needed respite to parts north for Independance Day. I've never had to work harder to make myself just BE but it was definitely a good thing to just let go. We had a fabulous time at the lake (Will's family has a cabin just west of Coeur d'Alene, on Twin Lakes) and I'm sure that I'll make another post soon with pictures from the lake ( Read more... )

I'm sorry that I've been neglecting you so. Life is just too, too crazy. But it's so good too. Our clients are loving our work which is so rewarding. I just put this card together tonight and the mom is in love:


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It's that time again-- the time when I have to give my in-laws suggestions of things to buy my child. I'm tired of a) toys that make noise b) toys that have no purpose and c) toys that are just generally annoying. So, I come to you for suggestions!

What toys have your kids really enjoyed that are educational and cool?If no one responds, I'll ( Read more... )

We have an engagement shoot today with one of Gus' childhood friends. The weather seems to be holding and we're hoping for some great pictures. If the clouds break and the rains start, we'll be heading inside to Central Library. Gus and I scouted it last night and found some great ideas for shots. Pre-shoot, we're going to hang out with them and ( Read more... )

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