Playlist: Home 2

Playlist: Home 2

Where has the time gone, friends? Over a year ago now, we had a storm of events leading up to Josie’s birth: unexpected move, hurricane evacuation and then the welcomed birth of our first daughter. My mind is literally blown at how quickly the last year has gone...
Flatware and Dinnerware

Flatware and Dinnerware

I’m in a constant battle between my desire for minimalism, only having what we need, and having a love affair with dish and flatware, wanting multiple sets each. When I browse kitchen and pottery stores, I can’t help but want to take home a variety of...
A Mother Daughter Valentine’s Day Menu

A Mother Daughter Valentine’s Day Menu

This year for Valentine’s Day, Josie and I get to celebrate it together! Andy is on call February 14th so we will celebrate later when he is off (oh, the joys of medical training). Even though she is too little to have memories, I decided that we will still make...
Playlist: Home I

Playlist: Home I

I cannot believe that it is already February! We are on the cusp of spring starting to turn and a new playlist to carry us through was in store. Here is something to fill the sound of your home with, and easy classic big band playlist.        ...
Let the lingering begin with a cheese plate

Let the lingering begin with a cheese plate

If you ever come over to someone in my family’s home around 5pm you will be offered a cheese board. It is just what we do! Guest is at the house? A spread of nuts, cheeses, crackers and olives is immediately put out. This means two things: 1) that enough cheese...
The Gathering Table: Easy Entertaining Essentials

The Gathering Table: Easy Entertaining Essentials

 I want a house with a crowded table: where our walls hold the sacred space for created memories and laughter from family and friends. I’ve grown up with a family who loves to entertain. I’ve watched my mom, aunts and grandma put on miraculous feats to...