Category Archives: Local Spots

What the HoQ

Red, red twine update: I unexpectedly received a text from my sis Morgan yesterday, asking me if I wanted to attend the Smart Talk session tonight. Knowing that I didn’t really have anything going on, I replied “I’m in!” Little … Continue reading

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Upstairs and downstairs

Something’s fishy update: I plan on using the upcoming weekend to check out a few local spots and see if I can’t secure the Big Night dinner favors. I’m leaning towards the idea of sea salt – scrub for the … Continue reading

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Threshold

Decking the halls update: My little jaunt to Accents + Interiors to check out their holiday goodies was a success according to my husband because I was able to leave the store without buying anything. But, boy, was I tempted! … Continue reading

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Decking the halls

Your vote counts update: Did you get out and vote today? I sure hope so. Marcus and I sent in our votes early this year, so we didn’t have to worry about the lines at the polls. Now we just … Continue reading

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Prost

Fall-ified update: This week I’m going to grab a few gourds and pumpkins and go to town. But to really kick-off fall, I decided to treat myself to this little gem from Lands’ End. It’s their Friends and Family sale right … Continue reading

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Pumpkin spice

Morgie’s meal update: Luna Bistro, why are you so darn good?! Can I move into the building so I could devour your food morning, day and night? Another delish meal hit the table tonight (no surprise here) and I can’t … Continue reading

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Morgie’s meal

Takin’ it to the (Sidney) Street update: I think I’ve got it all covered. I can’t wait to see how it all comes together. I had recently come across this article in the Des Moines Register and thought to myself … Continue reading

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Leave it to Beaver-dale

John + Hill update: That was truly the most unique wedding I’ve ever been to. I knew it was going to be good – and I was right. Relive the night with me via some epic photos: I have been going … Continue reading

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Lake looks

Delightful desserts update: My, my, my, such heavenly yet sinful desserts. My first visit to the hottest new dessert lounge, Creme Cupcake, did not disappoint. Between the three of us we each got to taste a little bit of everything. Tomorrow … Continue reading

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Delightful desserts

Denim jackpot update: It seems like everyone is raving about their chambray shirts lately. Even one of my fave blogs, Kendi Everyday, was all about her denim top this week. My quest for dressed up denim turned out to be … Continue reading

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