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Author Archives: tomorrowstodos
A due date poem
Twas Baby B’s due date and all through my belly, the creature was still stirring and his mom was a nervous nelly. The babe’s clothes were washed in Dreft with care, In hopes his little tush would soon be there. … Continue reading
Gift guide 2013: TOP 10 UNDER $20
It is December and the days are winding down for the year which can only mean one thing – you need to get going on your holiday shopping if you haven’t started. Since Baby B is making his arrival any … Continue reading
Posted in Gifts, Holidays
Tagged Anthropologie, ASOS, Forever21, Gap, gift guide, H&M, Kate Spade, Leif Shop, Rifle Paper Co., Target, under $20
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Scone baking 101
Another Thanksgiving has come and gone… There is a lot to be thankful for this year, and we are so blessed that we were able to celebrate with friends and family over the long weekend. [cutting down the 2013 Branstad … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Holidays, Recipes
Tagged blueberry scones, Christmas tree, hot cocoa, Thanksgiving
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DIY wooden arrows
Brrr! That was quite the cold promenade, but I left with this from Eden along with a belly full of gingerbread cookies and warm cider, so it was definitely worth the frigid temps. On Saturday I tagged along as the Bean … Continue reading
Posted in Baby, Craft, Holidays, Local Spots, Recipes
Tagged DIY wooden arrows, East Village, Holiday Promenade, molasses cookies
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It’s the holiday season
I know this is going in my stocking, but I just had to try it on first. [My new bit of sparkle goes perfectly with my 38 week baby bump] And guess what else came in the mail the other … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Local Spots
Tagged Des Moines, East Village, Holiday Promenade, Joules, Target, wellies
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All linked up
Turducken was a complete success! The three birds never tasted so good and I’d like to think I had a hand in that. I mean, I did literally hold the bird together while Marcus stitched ‘er up. [the tablescapes + … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, Parties
Tagged Cartwheel, J. Crew, Splurge and Steal, stocking stuffers, Target, Turducken
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Three bird Sunday
Thank you moms who responded to my call for help packing the perfect hospital bag. I added two items that may or may not get used: [gown options and cozy socks via Target] And as far as what Baby B … Continue reading
But what will he wear
Yes, I did start putting up decorations this weekend, and I don’t feel guilty about it. One less thing to worry about in the weeks leading up to Baby B’s arrival. This past weekend I also started working on getting … Continue reading
Posted in Baby, Holidays
Tagged Baby B, coming home outfit, holiday decorations, hospital bag
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Glitz and gold
The Accents + Interiors open house was a hit, but I managed to walk out of there empty-handed. I tried to purchase something, but just couldn’t pull the trigger. In Baby B world, I’m 36 weeks and 1 day (yes, … Continue reading
Posted in Baby, Decor, Holidays, Local Spots
Tagged Accents + Interiors, Christmas, gold, sparkle
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Open house
I took full advantage of the extra hour we earned this past weekend and managed to get all sorts of things done: [tried out the pumpkin spice chex mix] [daylight saving time snuggles] [me and my bump: putting my feet up] Yesterday, … Continue reading
Tomorrow's To Dos 