Impressive secondhand makeover projects for BHG.com
When it comes to decorating my house, I’m more of a buyer and less of a DIY-er. Writing this article on secondhand makeover projects, however, has left me feeling inspired to try my hand at restoring...
View ArticleLiving room inspiration: Clear acrylic coffee tables
Shortly after we moved into our Omaha house — so back in 2008 — Jordan and I drove up to Minneapolis for the day. We didn’t head into the city or even the Mall of America. The sole purpose of our trip...
View ArticleShopping for monthly calendars
When I was growing up, my mom kept track of meetings, appointments, and birthdays in a slender datebook (always secured with rubber band), plus a monthly calendar mounted inside a kitchen cabinet. My...
View ArticleAn easy way to decorate a store-bought cake
July is a big month for birthdays in our family. Two weeks ago, Levi celebrated his 4th birthday with a backyard adventure party, and today’s my husband’s special day! In honor of his birthday, I...
View ArticleLooking for some cool playroom ideas?
All of the rooms in our new house could use a little more love, but the basement is still a total disaster — which is unfortunate because it’s supposed to be Levi and Asa’s playroom. And my home...
View ArticleDining room inspiration: Sputnik chandeliers
My latest obsession? Sputnik chandeliers and all things space-related. After forgoing some much-needed beauty sleep last week to finish my library copy of The Astronaut Wives Club, I immediately made...
View ArticleInspirational quote art prints, pottery, lamps and more from Schoolhouse...
I was somewhat familiar with Schoolhouse Electric and Supply Co. before learning the Portland-based furnishings and housewares brand would be hosting a cocktail party for The Hello Sessions on the eve...
View ArticleDecorating a rental: Update the dining room chandelier
When we left Omaha last September, my parents welcomed us back to my childhood home in New Jersey while we decided where to go next. By the time we moved out nine months later, I was itching to...
View Article8 easy pumpkin spice recipes to make at home
This time of year, I’m partial to almost anything pumpkin-flavored — except hot pumpkin tea. For some reason, I just can’t wrap my head around the idea of it. I did, however, enjoy a pumpkin spice...
View Article5 simple ways to upgrade your home office
After months of working from the living room sofa, the dining room table, and select local coffee shops, I finally realized in December that I needed a dedicated office space in our home. I couldn’t...
View ArticleA peek inside the boys’ colorful shared bedroom
Earlier this month I shared some photos of Levi and Asa playing in their shared bedroom over on Honest to Nod. The post was part of The Land of Nod’s #CelebrateTuesday campaign, a reminder to frazzled...
View ArticleHow to make a Honey Cinnamon Latte (no espresso machine required)
What does your ideal morning look like? Mine definitely includes having time to myself to read the newspaper and drink my coffee. And not just a cup of Keurig coffee (although there are some tasty...
View Article8 decadent milkshake recipes for when you really want to indulge
If you give a kid a milkshake, he’ll like you a lot. But if you give a kid unlimited milkshakes, he’ll love you forever. * * * Two weeks ago, I was invited to experience Johnny Rockets 2.0. The theme...
View Article5 Food Delivery Services That Make Healthy Eating A Breeze
When it comes to healthy eating, even the most motivated among us can be tempted to slip for the sake of convenience. Who has time to slave away in the kitchen when there are to-do lists to get done?...
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