I have always tried to hide my efforts and wished my works to have a light joyousness of springtime which never lets anyone suspect the labors it has cost me. – Henri Matisse Henri Matisse | The Tate Museum If your kids are like mine and love a good art show, take them to see the […]
On our family menu board this week was Shrimp Tacos. I am always asked for quick weeknight dinner ideas for families, this one couldn’t be more simple. I don’t use a recipe for this, but I’ve tried to sum it up for you. Know that all these ingredients can be swapped depending on what […]
This weekend we celebrated my oldest’s birthday. He was born on Labor Day 11 years ago. Something happens to me each year as he reaches another birthday milestone. I get incredibly nostalgic and even a little edgy. I attribute this to him being my first born. I don’t feel this way as my younger […]
Happy Weekend! What do you have planned for the 3 -day weekend? We are making our final summer trip to Lake Tahoe. Looking forward to seeing my favorite blue water, spending time in the sunshine with good friends and savoring the last drops of summer fun. I’ve rounded up a few of my simple favorites for […]
I was feeling in the mood for a homemade treat when my kids got home from school the other day, but was feeling out of ideas. I had a pantry full of basic dried goods and several too ripe bananas. I knew I’d pinned something recently with bananas for an after school snack idea. So […]
Back to School means back to making lunches for 3 kids 5 days a week. While I start of with a bang, by May I can’t wait for a break. {Whoever invented the catered summer day camp definitely had parents in mind, thank you!} Thought I’d share some of my tricks and tips with you […]
This inspiration post is all about white. Simple, clean, always pretty, white. I just love how white allows room for emotion. It leaves space in design and style for the imagination. What isn’t there is as critical as what is present. Walls painted white showcase art and furniture more clearly. White clothing expose a simple […]