Tag Archives: Des Moines

Download: Memorial Day Weekend 2019

We had an absolutely amazing family-filled MDW. With visitors in town the entire weekend, we acted as tourists in our great city and it did not disappoint. [just hanging out after breakfast at La Mie] [our stunning State Capitol Building] … Continue reading

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Friday faves

[some serious nostalgia last night at my old ballpark] Brunch is one of my most favorite things. I mean, who doesn’t love breakfast goodies combined with bottomless mimosas?! I am hosting this weekend and I’m trying to decide whether to … Continue reading

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Download: Beaverdale Fall Festival 2017

This past weekend was one that I look forward to annually and have ever since I was a kid. Growing up and going to school in the small Des Moines neighborhood called Beaverdale, you counted down the days until the … Continue reading

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Life lately: keeping busy

[new Kate Spade kicks (similar) via T.J. Maxx] [getting into the spirit with matching jammies for the boys] [Fitzie “ran” his first 5K] [my cheering section] [post-race breakfast at Scenic Route Bakery] [couldn’t pass up a photo of this mural … Continue reading

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On our own turf

In years past, we’ve been able to experience some great cities for the NGA conference –Milwaukee, Nashville and White Sulphur Springs to name a few. But this year, we were so excited to showcase Des Moines as the host city! It’s always fun to … Continue reading

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Cabin fever

It’s funny, because when you live in the midwest in a log home – you legitimately have cabin fever around this time of year. With no warm weather locale trip to look forward to, things are seeming pretty bleak over … Continue reading

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Shop local this holiday season

The holiday season is upon us (less than a month until Christmas!) and I know I have only just made a dent in my list. You too?  Well, don’t fret because this weekend is the perfect time to hit up your … Continue reading

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Have a bite Des Moines

Growing up in Des Moines, I’ve had ample time to experience most of its culinary offerings. And while I don’t consider myself a gastro guru, I’d like to think that I have a few good ideas on where to get my grub … Continue reading

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Taste the world in Iowa

I know it may be hard to believe, but Iowa has quite the diverse culinary scene. The best way to see (and taste!) all that this great state has to offer is to head down to the Walnut Street Bridge … Continue reading

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The great state fair

It’s no secret that I’m in love with our great state. And with good reason, there is so much beauty here. [Here’s proof: Des Moines was used as the backdrop for this awe-inspiring time-lapse video that I watched earlier this … Continue reading

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