With all the excitement brewing for the 49th annual Super Bowl, there’s no surprise that people don’t want to dampen the mood with talk of the dark underbelly of that day. Even though I am far from what you would call a sports fan, I am rooting my home team on to the win […]
I know all you sports fans out there are probably rolling your eyes. Your entire family stocked up on jerseys at the beginning of the season. Or, at the very least, some tee shirts. Great – you are set! But if you are like me, the only football game you watch is the Super […]
I’ve got the mid-winter blues and a budget with no room for extras, but I’m dreaming of a little mama pampering today. My skin is aching for a little sunshine and a break from the wind. How about you? Here are some of my favorites for battling the dry, icky, winter skin! 1. Rodan […]
Texture is a big part of my thought process when putting together an outfit. I really love to mix two (or more) contrasting textures to create a really dimensional look that intrigues the eye. For todays looked, I mixed the edgy feel you get from black leather (or pleather, in this case) with the […]
I have had a couple nay-sayers in my life who discouraged me while I was at the vital point of making decisions for my future. They pointed out flaws in my plans. They warned me of taking risks. They presented me with “safer” options that were more of a guarantee of success. As if […]
As I was choosing my One Little Word for my resolution, I was reflecting on the past year: the highs, the lows, and the in betweens. I can’t say it was an awesome year. 2014 came with a lot of challenges. But with those challenges came a lot of spiritual growth, as the Lord […]
Blanket scarves have been all the rage this winter, and for good reason. Honestly, I picked one up before I even heard about the trend. Not because I’m that cool… (although let’s admit it, I am! Haha.) Just because they are that great! This one became a staple for more reasons than just the […]
God has really been speaking to my heart about living out my dreams lately. Although in many ways, I already am living my dream… (stay at home mom to two beautiful, amazing children that I get to parent with an incredible husband) through a series of conversations with my hubby, a couple dreams have […]
Happy New Year, friends! I truly hope that 2014 was a blessed year for you. But if you faced your share of hardships and heartbreak, you can be thankful for this new year and a fresh start. Our God is a God of new beginnings and I am so thankful for that every year. […]
When it comes to finding the perfect outfit for your New Year’s Eve party, it all comes down to two major decisions: The first one has an obvious impact on your clothing choices. Being outdoors enjoying a front row view of the Space Needle requires a couple more layers than a game night at […]