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THE BEST TEACHER APPRECIATION GIFT

Friday, May 8th, 2020

In case you missed in your social media feed, it is National Teacher Appreciation Week. In usual times, the week is filled with flowers, coffee bars, chocolate, gifts, and lunches. (Always amazing, by the way!) In the midst of COVID-19, all that is impossible. What can you possibly do to make the teachers in your child’s life feel appreciated?

I will argue that you are still able to give the best gift of all. A heartfelt note of thanks. In this case, write the teacher an email. Thank her/him/them for the impact they have your child. Teachers love coffee, but they love hearing how their work impacts children. There is nothing better than to hear how your teaching has ignited passions or helped build self-worth! Your words are important to them, now more than ever.

TGIF + TRACEE ELLIS ROSS

Friday, January 31st, 2020

It’s been awhile, right? There is much to tell and I will post an update very soon on my current state of being. However, for now, I am THRILLED it is Friday, even though there has not been a sunny day in Seattle since November 30th. Let that sink in for a minute…since NOVEMBER.

How about adding a little fun to your Friday? I present Tracee Ellis Ross. I dare you to not fall in love with this woman. She is confident, funny, adventurous, independent, and 100% authentic. Plus, her style is next level. Truly.

She recently posted a video guide to her beauty secrets for Vogue. I appreciate her openness about aging, natural hair, and the beauty that comes from knowing who you are! I think I may be a Tracee Ellis Ross groupie.

Have a lovely weekend!

A STATE OF SUMMER

Friday, April 26th, 2019

The case for an early summer….

Since we rarely get a warm spring, I have summer on my mind. And if it has to be made…I’ll make the case for an early summer. Everything is better June-August isn’t it? Plus, it’s never too early to plan.

A few summer-ish items:

Kind of the perfect top. Don’t you think? Madewell Ruffle Strap Cami

Sunscreen for your part. Genius protection! Poof Part Powder

All the cool kids wear slides. Try these with a long pleated skirt. Vans Slide-Ons

I need more paddle boarding in my life. SUP from Amazon

I drank my weight in Gumbay Smashes in the Bahamas. They are summer in a cup.

The simplest of sandals that I wore all last summer. They are back! Boardwalk Lace-Up Sandal

Feel like a dose of summer right now? Watch Guava Island. Filmed in Cuba which also makes me want to book a trip!

EASY GIFT IDEA

Thursday, October 19th, 2017

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Here it is:  gift giving season is right around the corner.  I’m constantly challenging myself to give thoughtful gifts, yet not break the bank.  If you go to a ton of parties or have a large circle of friends and family it can get really expensive. You have to get creative-which takes a little extra planning.  I’m really pleased with myself.  I have already found my go-to gift idea of the season.  This delightfully cute, porcelain to-go container from CB2 is only $7.95!  Fill it with goodies and you’re done.  The recipient enjoys the treats and is left with a great serving piece for her home.  Full disclosure: the cookies pictured above are Betty Crocker refrigerator cookies.  We will call that semi-homemade.  {Why yes, they were made in my home!}   I have a brainstormed a list of goodie ideas from store bought to truly homemade below.

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Treat ideas:

Store Bought

1.  Almond Roca (Everyone’s favorite, even if they won’t admit it!)

2. Peanut M & M’s

3.  Gardetto’s

Semi-Homemade

1. Refrigerator cookies

2. Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorns

3.  Brownies from a box

Homemade (But still insanely easy!)

1.  Five Minute Fudge

2.  Easy Toffee

3.  4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

4.  Sweet Pecans

Any other great ideas on how to fill this awesome bowl?  Leave a comment so we can all appreciate your creativity!

 

IN THE DETAILS- NO. 28

Friday, February 24th, 2017

in the details no 28| Where is June?

Happiest Friday to all of you!  We are just back from a week long ski trip to Steamboat Springs, CO.  Maybe some of you saw the pictures over on Instagram.  We didn’t get any new snow, but the blue skies and sun were pretty amazing for this “barely” intermediate skier. After 2 seasons on downhill skis {something I said I would never do}, I am starting to grasp the obsession.  My favorite part of of skiing on this trip?  Quiet moments on the chair lift with my husband or my kids.  Which, of course, were directly followed by real moments of my ten year old swearing like a trucker and my almost teen rolling his eyes at me.  Gotta keep things balanced!

Here are few things that interest and inspire me this week:

1.  Frame wallpaper and your own printed snap shots would be so great in a play room or kitchen.

2.  Good. Lord.  This cake looks divine.

3.  Northwest winters require sturdy footwear and these boots might be the perfect investment. Don’t you think they will only get better with time?  I was surprised by the brand!?!

4.  I came across LIVELOVESARA when I was packing for a recent trip to NYC.  Now I’m obsessed.  She breaks down packing for trips and dressing for the everyday.

5.  Cement tiles are one of my favorite things.  These black and white beauties surrounded the bar at Salt and Lime in Steamboat Springs.  So good. {PS/ I love their URL!}

6.  No, I’m not going vegan.  But, since I don’t cook with dairy, these recipes are great for me!  Maybe try to cook one vegan meal a week and see how it goes?

7.  Such an awesome cut!

 

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HELLO, NOVEMBER

Friday, November 4th, 2016

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November has descended.  It is so, SO wet in Seattle already.  The dark mornings are about to shift into very early nights.  Totally cozy sweater and soup weather.  Long, brisk walks and loud, warm celebrations help break up the bleakness.   {Lucky for me, I am kicking off November with trip to paradise!}

Stay warm and enjoy the indoors.

A few fall ideas://

1. Place setting

2.  Succulents in pumpkins

3.  A delicious fall soup

All other images via Pinterest.  Check out my fall board for more inspiration!

 

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VICTORIA’S SECRET SWIM SALE

Tuesday, October 18th, 2016

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Is there anything worse than shopping for a swim suit?  No there is not!  I realize that it isn’t summer and finding a new suit might be the furthest thing from your mind, but I beg you to consider taking a peek at Victoria’s Secret.  It looks as though VS is discontinuing their Swim line and everything is ridiculously discounted.  With bottoms as low as $2.99 and tops at $14.99, you can even grab one item to go with a suit you already own.  Even sale items can be returned, so fill your basket, try them on at home, and maybe strike gold!

Plus, when summer rolls around (or your winter trip to the sun) you will be ready!

I love this top and these bottoms!

 

ADDING INTEREST TO A BEDSIDE TABLE

Monday, October 17th, 2016

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single-drawer-and-pull | where is June?

My bedroom needs some major TLC.  The only thing we have purchased for our room in the 10 years we have lived in our home is our mattress and box spring.  I hesitate to do much because we know we want to remodel {in a huge way}!  However, the bedroom will be the last thing tackled on our long list of updates, so I’m thinking I should do a few little things that will make me like our room a bit more.

Our nightstands are maybe the easiest items to start with.  The current nightstands are one of the first purchases we ever made together, before we were married, in 1998.  Heavy, reclaimed pine with weathered hinges. Can you picture them?  I want to update them with simpler lines that fit our current style.  The nightstand with a single drawer seems like the perfect piece.  A place to stash lotion, headphones, and a lint roller-with plenty of space for a side lamp and books.  To add interest, I would swap the hardware that comes with the piece with a unique cabinet knob.  It is an easy and inexpensive way to make a statement.

Here are a few pairings that I am crushing on:
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1//  Color blocked nightstand with Geode knob.

2//  Mixed material nightstand with Simple black knob.

3// Metal nightstand and Cement knob.

4//  Mid-Century nightstand with Marble/Wood knob.

Which is your favorite?

 

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FAVORITE THING: REVLON MATTE BALM

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

matte-balm | Where is June?

Girlfriends share!  They share everything from parenting advice to wine.  Or maybe the name of their favorite deodorant.  More times than not, my favorite things are discovered because a girlfriend gave me the inside track.  I thought it would be fun to share in the same way here on the blog.  A quick, not fancy post, about one of my favorite things.

First up, Revlon Matte Balm.  This drug store beauty purchase is my absolute favorite lip color.  I love the matte finish and the color is rich {and it lasts}.  I’m super picky when it comes to lip color.  I don’t like shiny or sticky gloss.  I also hate when a lipstick is overly drying and wears off unevenly.  This balm goes on just like your run-of-the- mill lip balm {AKA: ChapStick}.  It is moisturizing and leaves your lips super smooth.  I have Enchanting {a nude} and Striking {a coral-red}.  With 10 colors, everyone can find one they love!

I also love Neutrogena MoistureSmooth Color Stick and Tarte LipSurgence matte lip tint.

 

IN THE DETAILS- NO. 25

Friday, October 7th, 2016

in-the-details-no-25 | WHERE IS JUNE?

This week was an absolute blur. I worked Monday – Thursday {more on that in an upcoming post} and suddenly it’s Friday.  The forecast shows rain all weekend, so it seems we are entering our hibernation mode.  {At least I will be.}  Time to break out that happy light!  Are you going hunting for the great pumpkin this weekend?  It is that time of year!

Here are a few things that inspire or interest me this week:

1. Central Park.  Fall.  I mean.

2. I read this book in two days.  I couldn’t put it down.  I HIGHLY recommend Relativity by Antonia Hayes.

3.  My bedroom is desperately calling for a little TLC.  The simplicity of this room is striking.

4.  Just added this new rug to our family room.  We love it.  And now Target is having a sale on rugs….get one!

5.  These awesome lights would look great in a kids room or in an office.

6.  Popsicle stained lips.  Right on. Ordering this lipstick today in Jam.

7.  Pajamas for a night out?  Why not!  A few accessories and velvet shoes and you are good to go.

 

Where is June?

 

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