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How it started ➡️ How it’s going #ChristmasInJulyThese sweet boys took me on a date last night to @centrodsm. They insisted on dressing up and used their best manners at dinner. For a night cap, we went on a drive in search of a @uprr train to watch roll down the tracks. 10/10 would go on a second date 😉A festive Fourth indeed. 🇺🇸🎆Another successful Camp Branstad in the books. The Camp Director only threatened cancelling it forever 5 times this year. Success!How it started ➡️ how it’s goingBatter up! It’s Ev’s turn to take the field ⚾️Fitzie’s first night at the ball field ⚾️The ones who call me mom. Couldn’t possibly love them more. 💙First weekend of soccer in the books. What a bunch of rascals!-
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[Mother’s Day done right] Throughout this pandemic I have been mesmerized daily by photographer Jamie Beck’s #isolationcreations. Each day during her lockdown in Provence, she has created a photograph and taken us along through the process. I have been so … Continue reading
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[all smiles for picture day this week] I made the perfect fall soup last weekend. I know it was perfect because my husband went back for seconds, and that doesn’t happen often when I’m the chef. Target is starting to … Continue reading
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Tagged Pick a Pumpkin, recipe, Salt & Lavender, Sugar Paper Los Angeles, Target, Wondershop
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[Mr. Independent these days] Rhubarb season is upon us, and if you are a fan then you should definitely check out this recipe. It is my absolute favorite to make with the delicious ingredient every spring. I wore one of … Continue reading
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[my buddy Ev and his love for Christmas trees // Kevin McCallister anyone?!] The Hearth and Hand holiday goodies have hit the shelves at Target and I legit did a happy dance. My favorite (and purchased pieces) are: the Santa … Continue reading
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Tagged Andes Mint Cookies, Hearth and Hand, Oprah's Favorite Things, recipe, Target
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[the coolest mail day featuring an article about the building of our log home] The holiday goodies from stores and sites are comin’ in hot and the most recent one I am lusting over is Mark & Graham’s holiday catalog. … Continue reading
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Tagged Abercrombie & Fitch, caramel Chex mix, Mark and Graham, recipe
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[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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Tagged Beaverdale Little League, blueberry scones, Branstad Designs, custom silhouettes, Des Moines, Etsy, recipe, silhouettes, Water Works
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A Galentine cocktail
Mondays can be the worst, so why not celebrate with a cocktail tonight?! With all this sickness and cold weather around here, it’s nice to have a little bubbly to help me think of warmer times ahead. This bevie would … Continue reading
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Tagged cocktails, Galentine, recipe, Sparkling Ice, Valentine's Day
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Honey BBQ pigs in blankets
Just like any other family we are constantly looking for a quick week night recipe that is toddler-friendly and fun! With those two things in mind, I teamed up with Moore’s Marinades & Sauces to bring you the perfect meal: … Continue reading
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Tagged dinner, Moore's Marinades and Sauces, recipe, weeknight meal
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Sweet spitzbuben
This past weekend I decided to whip out a cookbook compiled of all of my grandma’s favorite go-to recipes. I specifically knew what I wanted to make but hesitated because of how time consuming they can be. And the fact … Continue reading
