This weekend has been so gorgeous; I feel like summer is already here. The low 80s in the Pacific Northwest in spring? Practically unheard of. Our family decided to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather by going to the Tulip Festival about 45 minutes south of where we live. I’ve…
February is a dreary month in the Pacific Northwest, as I’m sure it is for many of you. The weather yesterday was a mix of cold wind, rain, and some snow, which is not very common this time of year. (There is snow in the forecast tonight, and I am…
There are many times where I imagine what my 18-month-old son is saying. Like when he’s walking around with his favorite car in his hand, saying, “Da dumm sweum shuew dadadum.” And I respond, “Why, yes, your car can go really fast.” Or when he asks a question, (which is easy to tell,…
Valentine’s Day used to be my least favorite holiday. I used to feel, way back when, that it was another excuse for the candy, card, and entertainment industry to suck money out of you, but deep down, it was most likely that I didn’t like Valentine’s Day because I didn’t have…
My good friend is having a baby girl soon. Like in three weeks soon, and I couldn’t be happier for her. I had the honor of helping host the shower, with my main job being to bring the desserts. Her colors are pink and green and I spent a while deciding how…
Today is my 32nd birthday. I used to like getting older, but since I hit 30, I wish I didn’t have any more birthdays, that I could stay 30 forever. Okay, maybe not forever, but at least longer than 364 days. Since I turned 29, I’ve kind-of had a mini pity-party the morning of my…
How is this holiday season treating you? I hope amidst the stress this season can bring, you’ve found time to gather with family and friends and be reminded what this season is really about. In an effort to try to help bring calm to this time of year, I’ve created…
It’s holiday baking time! And if you’re like many Americans, it’s that time of year to bake cookies for cookie swaps, Christmas parties, and fun get-togethers. I attended a cookie swap at a co-worker/friend’s house Saturday night, and I’m a little embarrassed to say that this was my first one. (I know, I…
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