Making homemade baby food is simple and nutritious. Over the past year, my little boy has eaten mainly homemade… especially puréed fruit and vegetables. Applesauce is easy to make and can be used in many different recipes. One recipe Tommy loved are these mini apple muffins (a sweet idea for older babies). Applesauce: apples, peeled and cored (I … Continue reading »
DIY home decor
I finally made my own account on Pinterest and love it! I cannot wait to try some of these DIY’s… Using reclaimed wood to update your decor: Place a couple of doors together to double as a bold, chic headboard. Add table legs or trestles to a door to create a one-of-a-kind table. Make a photo frame by simply adding your favorite … Continue reading »
Mother’s day
I hope everyone had a lovely mother’s day! We shared small adventures, big laughs, played with cars and trucks, went to sleep… woke up & decided to do it all over again! I wouldn’t have it any other way. Except having my mom here to share the day. Thank you Jason for helping to make my … Continue reading »
The Versatile Blogger Award
The other morning I was surprised to discover that I had been nominated for the Versatile Blogger Award by Brandi Reid from Posh Little Designs. I started following Posh Little Designs after being inspired by a post entitled Real Parties: Vintage Glam Baby Shower ~ Yellow & Gray. All the little details were stunning. Thank you … Continue reading »
Rattlesnakes and Roses - The Beginning of an Entrepreneurial Journey
Reblogged from Rattlesnakes and Roses: Imagine sitting on your porch. It’s a Friday summer evening and you just finished a grueling week at the office. The sun is setting. You are trying to relax and enjoy the sights, beer in hand. Unfortunately, the all-to-often “I need a change” or “I hate my job” sets in. … Continue reading »
Tea haven
During a stroll through Fashion Show Mall, I fell in love (again) with a store named Teavana. The quaint tea haven is home to every tea imaginable, not to mention an impressive array of tea accessories… Spoons pre-dipped in honey, glass tea kettles that show off glimpses of rolling waves and blooming teas, zen inspired … Continue reading »
First birthday celebration
My little boy’s first birthday was a special celebration… family and friends joined us for the evening. A suite at the Aliante Station Hotel in Las Vegas was our destination for the party. Decked in espresso shades of wood, olive greens with hints of orange. Perfectly matching the decor I made for his celebration. Love … Continue reading »
The legend of hummingbirds
I received a stylish card from my sister made by a company called Papyrus. The accompanying envelope and message were just as sweet as the card itself… Their message reads “Legends say that hummingbirds float free of time, carrying our hopes for love, joy and celebration. Hummingbirds open our eyes to the wonder of the world and … Continue reading »
Turning one in Las Vegas
Over the weekend my baby boy turned one! I feel so lucky to have had this amazing little person in my life for the past year. Jason, I, and the children celebrated with buttercream cupcakes and a triple A baseball game. The cupcakes came from Retro Bakery… a trendy shop offering yummy buttercream cupcakes and cakes. Try a … Continue reading »
Inspiring ideas
With so many original & inspiring ideas being shared, here is one I love… A vintage window frame + black & white photos = a simple, lovely way to showcase your favorite memories. I would love to try this idea, and it just so happens that I recently visited a store where an entire room is … Continue reading »
