Month: August 2012

Let me preface this post by saying I am in no way qualified to give photography advice! I have never taken a class, barely know how to use the settings on the camera we have owned for a couple of years now, and am genuinely surprised when anyone asks for advice about photography! Now that … Continue reading “Photography Tips from a Complete Amateur”

I know we are coming up on harvest season and planting season is well behind us. But little boys’ budding interests come when they come. And sometimes you just have to go with it. The other day, Milo came to me with this book (I kick myself that I cannot remember who gave us this … Continue reading “DIY Fun: Growing Jar”

Dressing in a jumper makes me feel like a kid again! Whether or not I can pull it off, I really like jumpers. Like dresses, they feel like a ready-made outfit to me. There’s not a whole lot of thought that goes into getting dressed in the morning, and that is never a bad thing! … Continue reading “Dress That Mama: Jump for Jumpers”

Have I said lately how much I love this guy? Yesterday was Andrew’s 32nd birthday! In Milo’s words, “Finally he caught up to you, Mama!” Yes. Finally. Now, for the next 6 months, I will not feel like the old one. Andrew worked from home all day which was so nice. The boys were sneaky … Continue reading “Happy Birthday, Andrew!”

Bethany of Hudson Bear Knits **I am lucky enough to live right down the street from the very talented, very sweet Bethany of Hudson Bear Knits, an Etsy shop owner and mama of two who produces the most beautiful knit baby products! With the holidays and cool weather right around the corner, I thought it … Continue reading “Etsy the Great: Hudson Bear Knits”