the truth about body issues

It’s a little difficult for me to write this post today, but I also know there are some out there who need to read it. I need to read it. This blog won’t really become all about my weight loss, or about this major health movement, but it will always be...
And When You Slow Down…

And When You Slow Down…

…You could just slow down. You could cook breakfast once or twice a week.  You could sit on the porch and watch a flag blowing in the wind as the sun comes up and the dew stretches its legs.  You could wear pajamas all day because that doesn’t make you lazy...
Or You Could Slow Down

Or You Could Slow Down

Life moves quickly. Better keep up. Better make the best pie and take it to the most potlucks.  Better go to the gym more than any other mom.  Better take the kids to the every single sporting event this year. You better clean the house every spare second & cook...
fresh looks using what you have

fresh looks using what you have

Another beauty of simplifying your home (in addition to having a little less to deal with), is the eye you develop when shopping, Pinterest-grazing, and magazine flipping.  While you crave certain looks in your home, you become much more selective in what you actually...
the linen wingback with nailhead trim

the linen wingback with nailhead trim

Once upon a time, there was this chair. She was lovely and feminine but she was a sturdy gal, too. She had great legs & a strong head on her shoulders. She also wears the loveliest accents…she knows how to dress herself. And, sister, she is all mine....