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A Table with Leaves — An (In)courage Post!
I stood, eight years old, at my mom’s elbow as she stirred spaghetti sauce. It bubbled and sputtered all over the stove as she tasted, seasoned, and tasted again. She taught me both how to stretch a...
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Wild in the Hollow
I recently received a copy of Wild in the Hollow by Amber Haines and even though I had quite a few books on the stack– I sat down with an iced coffee and flipped through the first few pages that...
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What I Learned in August
In August we say farewell to long days with nothing to do but apply sunscreen and pack sandwiches in a pool bag. We trade our swimsuits for actual clothing and we begin clearly observing the reasonable...
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Iced Coffee. The Low–Down!
I believe in rhythms. Those pockets of time we purposefully build into our day which offer stability and rest. One of my most appreciated rhythms is our family rest time. Every afternoon everyone under...
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Little Changes & Fistbump Media
You may have noticed a few changes around here lately– we (and by we I mean, the lovely folks at Fistbump Media-– more about them in a minute!) added a cleaner look, an easier email-subscription form,...
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Free to Dance
If you drive by our house between the hours of 9AM and 9PM you might think we just won a free vacation. We are a dance party family. But then a few months ago I saw a video Lance took of me dancing...
View ArticleFriday. Lately. Gerunds.
Happy Friday! It’s been a long time since I’ve done a fun Gerunds & Lately List– so here it is! Cooking: Soups. They are such a great way to get extra veggies in us all– and since we find ourselves...
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What I Learned in September (Disney Edition)
Every month we join together with Emily to share what we learned in that month. Because I know myself and I will likely lose track of time and never share about our recent trip to Disney World, I...
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Bringing Lucy Home (A Book Review.)
In her book, A Million Little Ways, Emily Freeman tells us to “Listen to our tears” meaning in part, that we learn much by paying attention to those things that make us cry. There are several things...
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Stitch Fix Reviews #4 and #5
For the sake of time, I’m combining my 4th and 5th Fix Reviews together in one post! If you’re new to Stitch Fix, you can hop over and Read some things I’ve learned about the process. Fix #4 My 4th...
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Sisterhood of the Traveling SWAG and What This Girl Learned about...
I am still reveling in the glittery glow of a whirlwind Allume. I am also still avoiding my packed suitcase and hoping I don’t trip over it while I stumble around in yoga pants, drinking coffee, and...
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Lessons from a Tea Cup
At seven years old, hospitality was a small glass of sprite with three ice cubes and two oatmeal scotchies on a china plate. Nose barely reaching the pink-tiled counter top, I smiled up at my proper...
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What I Learned in October
Oh, October. I do love you so– from your acorns falling on my sandals to your last days of candy-crazed-costume fun, you are always a favorite. This October was the busiest I can remember. We traveled...
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Savory Cheddar Scones
In college, one of our favorite hang-outs was a quaint british-inspired Tea room. Tucked between the shops on White Street, it was the appropriately fussy place where we escaped Wayne Grudem and ten...
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Longing for Paris (among other things.)
For eight years, Lance and I have casually discussed taking a trip to Europe. We’ve dreamed of croissants in France and coffee on the sidewalks of Italy. I can nearly smell the rainy fog of London and...
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Hey, what do I put in this box? It’s Operation Christmas Child time!!
Next week is National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child! Photo Courtesy of Samaritan’s Purse We try to make boxes every year and it is such an important part of Fall in our family. It is...
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Apple Cider Cake with Maple Cinnamon Glaze
My mom makes perfect pumpkin pie. Custardy, dense, and perfectly cinnamon-y filling tucked in a homemade flaky piecrust that would make you slap your… Never mind. It’s A-MAZ-Ing. Even when I make it...
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Cozy Day Giveaway!
If you came to my house, I would cook for you. You could kick your shoes off at my door next to the small pile of Hello Kitty rain boots, and join me in the kitchen in your socks. We would chop...
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A little bit of news and a FREE Christmas Printable for you!
If you are a regular to this little space, then you already know that I am passionate about the table. The table and I go way back. Way back to when my shoes were purple with velcro fasteners and my...
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Gift Ideas for a Foodie
If you happen to have a foodie in your life, this list will give you a few fresh ideas as you shop for them. If you happen to be a foodie, feel free to send this link to someone who loves you and loves...
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