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Seasons change. So do priorities. When Archer arrived I knew something had to give. After much reflection I had to admit that I couldn't do everything. So, it is with sadness, but with peace I won't be posting as often as I used to. I've truly enjoyed my blogging adventure that started a year ago and maybe one day this will become a space I can frequent more often. Thank you to all my readers, I've been so blessed to know that I've inspired many to live a bit more beautifully.</div>
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P.S. Don't you just love Archer's mobile?? It was handcrafted by the talented, and hilarious <a href="http://thealisonshow.com/" target="_blank">Alison Show</a>. I recommend visiting her <a href="http://thealisonshow.com/" target="_blank">blog</a>, it's full of fabulous things. And let's not forget Archer's sheets. They are also handmade by the talented <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/iviebaby" target="_blank">Iviebaby</a>, you can see her Etsy shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/iviebaby" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
<br />Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-62965678733915304532013-09-24T13:53:00.001-05:002013-09-24T21:11:43.823-05:00ARCHER COVE {Birth Story}<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">August 13, 2013 - My last day of being pregnant - 41 Weeks</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>ARCHER COVE’S BIRTH STORY</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I wrote two versions. If you only want the skinny read Long
Story Short. But if you want to long, almost every detail version read Long
Story Long.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">*And just a side note. When I was pregnant I was always just interested in the facts of labor, wanting to know step-by-step what happened. So, I chose to write my story in a more factual manner so that those newbees out there who are like me can see step-by-step how things progressed. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>LONG STORY SHORT</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I woke up on August 13 around 3:30am feeling very crampy. I
noticed there was a pattern and decided to start timing the cramps. They were
about 15 minutes apart.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Things began to escalate through the am and by 8:45am my
contractions were 4 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> apart. We were packed and ready to go to the
hospital. We were just waiting for things to escalate a bit more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Well, things slowed down before they would pick up. I spent
the afternoon waiting and grew discouraged because they lost frequency after
all that time. Bernie, my midwife, and my labor support said it sounded like he was in a bad
position. I followed their instructions on how to help him get in a better
position. I could tell their advice was working. Around 9:00pm I laid down and
by 12:45am I was ready to go to the hospital. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When I arrived around 2am I was already 7-8cm dilated! They
called Bernie and a doula to come to the hospital. I labored with their support
through the night and morning and at 9:22am I delivered my beautiful baby boy.
We named him Archer Cove. He was 9lb 11oz and 19inches long. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>LONG STORY LONG</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Every night for almost the past month, I went to bed hopeful
I would be awaken by labor pains. It was kind of an emotional roller coaster. I
was now a week late and wondered if he was ever going to come.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I woke up on August 13 around 3:30am feeling very crampy. I
noticed there was a pattern and decided to start timing the cramps. They were
about 15 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> apart.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I laid in bed till about 5:00am. By 5:30 my contractions
were 6 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> apart. That’s when I had my bloody show. I figured this was
probably the real deal!!!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">By 7am my contractions were about 4 minuets apart. Bernie,
my midwife, said to call when they were 3 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> apart. So, Greg woke up and
showered. He prayed for us, it was so sweet. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We both started getting ready for the hospital. Greg went
and put gas in the van and put the car seat in while I showered. He also made
me eggs for breakfast - what a guy :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Around 8:45am we were so ready to go and just waiting for
things to escalate. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Around noon my contractions picked up their intensity but
slowed down in frequency. I called Bernie because I didn’t know what to do.
From what I told her she said it sounded like baby was not in a good position.
She said I should lie down on my right side and see if the frequency picks up. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I laid on my side for 3.5 hours and my contractions were
really intense and long but only 10 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> apart. And then all of a sudden
they stopped being consistent. (From this point on I could no longer talk
through contractions they were so painful.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is when I became discouraged. Things were not escalating
and I seriously doubted he would ever come out. (I know it is irrational, but at the time it felt like a legit outcome)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I reached out to my friend Amanda, my on call labor support.
She agreed that it sounded like the baby needed to be in a better position. Her
words were “He needs to be in a good head down straight position in order to
press on the cervix to keep the contractions coming.” I clung to her
instructions. I went for a walk, I got on my hands and knees and rocked, I held
onto the counter and did some deep squats and then laid down. This was all
happening around 7:00pm.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">At 9:30pm I realized my contracts became regular again, they
were 10 minutes apart and WOW did they hurt. I continued to lie down and try to
sleep in-between them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">By 10:30pm they were 6-7 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> apart. At 12:35 they were
4-5 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> apart. I began bleeding and Amanda encouraged me to call Bernie. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Bernie agreed I should head to the hospital. So, I woke Greg
up and said I think its go time!! I wasn’t sure how I was going to get to the
car, let alone the hospital with these crazy contractions. Greg packed up the
car and we drove – thankfully it only took us about 25 </span>minutes<span style="font-family: inherit;"> to get there. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Once I got to the hospital I began shaking uncontrollably –
the nurses said it was normal and it was just hormones. They wheeled me up to
the labor and delivery and began a round of antibiotics because I tested
positive for StrepB. They checked me and I was 7-8cm!!!! I was SOO happy! They
asked if I wanted a doula – I took them up on the offer, which was honestly the
best decision of my life! But, more on that later. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Around 3:00am I moved to the birthing tub to labor in the
water. I was in the water and just wondering what was going to happen next. I
felt silly, but I asked the nurse what we were waiting for, like what happens
next. She just said, we are waiting for you to feel like you have to push. At
the time I thought, well that doesn’t tell me much. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was there for about two hours and than I rotated from
rocking on the john to being on all fours on the bed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Finally my water broke at some time around 8am. I moved to
the bed so Bernie could check how dilated I was. At this point I was exhausted.
I was loosing stamina – it had been over 24 hours. At the end of every
contraction I would yawn and practically fall asleep. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Because I was at 9cm for almost two hours and I was barley
hanging on Bernie suggested I be given some Pitocin. I consented, I knew at
this point the baby needed to come out and it couldn’t possibly get any more
painful. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">That was just what I needed. The urge to push finally came and with my husband, doula and
Bernie encouraging me (and placing the oxygen mask on my face) I pushed for an
hour and out my beautiful baby boy, Archer Cove came. He was 9lb 11oz and
19inches long and very awake. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So there is the long version of Archer Cove’s birth story. I
felt the need to write it all down for my own memory. But I also hope it helps other women who want
to deliver naturally. Even with a big baby you can do it - don't doubt your body. Just give into the pain and trust that soon you will be holding your precious, long awaited baby in your arms. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></o:p></div>
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<b>A FEW REFLECTIONS . . .</b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This was the most difficult and painful thing I have ever
done in my life. The entire time all I kept thinking was either I was going to
die or that I was adopting my next child. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I didn’t realize it until after, but I'm so glad I psyched myself up to do an
un-medicated birth by hearing other woman’s stories. And honestly, knowing that
God designed our bodies to do this and millions of woman have gone before me allowed
me to keep going even when I thought I was going to die from the pain. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I chose to educate myself by surrounding myself with friends
who had done this many times and who were passionate about it. I also watched
The <i>Business Of Being Born</i> and the supporting episodes <i>More On The Business of
Being Born</i>. I highly recommend doing both of those things. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">One thing is that despite the pain of contractions coming frequently,
you do get a little break to regroup after each one. In between I would often
start laughing and say something funny about the situation. That is how I cope
– laughter. I hope it helped my doula and midwife enjoyed my birthing
experience as well because they were awesome.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">On that note, if you are going to do natural childbirth, GET
A DOULA! If you want to know more about them, just ask me and I’ll tell you a
thousand reasons why.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Also, if you are going to labor at home you need support. I
had a few close friends texting me and helping me cope via laughter the whole
time. But also to help me know “yes, that is normal.” I cannot imagine doing
this without them, including my amazing husband who sat by my side the entire
time.</span></div>
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I am so grateful Archer's birth went well and only a few times did we have to veer from my birth plan. As difficult as it was I would do it again in heart beat.<br />
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Do you have your birth story blogged? If so leave a link, I'd love to read it!<br />
Joanna</div>
Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-41297643753287443932013-09-04T17:23:00.002-05:002013-09-04T17:23:47.935-05:00I'M STILL HERE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">My sweet little Archer Cove arrived on August 14! Since than I've considered it a successful day if I can even take a shower, which means blogging and many other things have suffered. But, I'm still here and I hope to be back soon! I am currently working on writing my birth story and when I have a moment to think about things besides a hungry baby and dirty diapers, I'm dreaming up some posts to share with you!</span><br />
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<br />Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-36772052045225026862013-08-19T07:00:00.000-05:002013-08-19T07:00:00.990-05:00ZUCCHINI {Bread}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This zucchini bread is delicious and simple - and healthy because it has zucchini it it, right? I love it warmed with a thin layer of melted butter on the top.<br />
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* Recipe yields two medium size loaves<br />
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Ingredients:<br />
2 cups peeled and grated zucchini<br />
3 eggs<br />
1 cup salad oil<br />
2 cups sugar<br />
3 cups flour<br />
1 teaspoon baking soda<br />
3 teaspoons cinnamon<br />
1/4 teaspoon baking powder<br />
3 teaspoons vanilla<br />
1/2 cup chopped walnuts<br />
1 teaspoon salt<br />
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Directions:<br />
1. Combine eggs and sugar. Mix well. Add oil and dry ingredients. Mix. Stir in zucchini and vanilla. Add nuts.<br />
2. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour in a greased loaf pans.<br />
3. Enjoy!<br />
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Apparently making bread is my new thing. I hope you enjoyed my mini-series.<br />
JoannaJoannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-10780919336334814562013-08-15T07:00:00.000-05:002013-08-15T07:00:04.167-05:00I LOVE PATTERNED LEGGINGS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We will just use models for the time being - these legs are made for child baring, not modeling at the moment. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">I really do love patterned leggings. Pair them with a longer shirt or dress (please do not mistake them for jeans) and some cute summer shoes and you will have yourself looking all styled while remaining comfortable in the summer heat. Here are a few of my favorites this season.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.pacsun.com/nollie/arrow-print-leggings-0850472510050.html" target="_blank">1</a> >> <a href="http://www.pacsun.com/insight/mirrored-leggings-0850443800004.html?prefn1=style-womens-pants&start=9&cg=womens-pants&dwvar_0850443800004_color=001&prefv1=Leggings" target="_blank">2</a> >> <a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=bottom_leggings&ProductID=2045278278&VariantID=" target="_blank">3</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Joanna</span>Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-49379274779561153882013-08-12T07:00:00.000-05:002013-08-12T07:00:08.564-05:00DIY TRIANGLE SHELVES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I'm so excited to share with you our DIY triangle shelves inspired by <i><a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/" target="_blank">A Beautiful Mess</a>! </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The triangles are hanging above our little one's crib and make the perfect statement as you walk in the room. The husband and I went back and forth as to what colors to paint or stain them - here are the final results and we couldn't be happier how they tie the room together! We chose white and a metallic gold and copper.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">With these shelves done Project Shared Room is pretty much complete - except for a few finishing touches that probably won't happen until after our little guys arrival. Keep an eye out for a post on the whole room. I can't wait to share it all with you!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Wood (see instructions for amount)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Miter Saw</span><br />
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1. Purchase wood - This varies depending on the size, amount and depth you want your triangles. We wanted three triangles measuring about 20inches per side - so we purchased 180 inches of 1x2inch boards.<br />
2. Figure out angles to cut corners - Ours are 60 degree triangles so we had to make 30 degree cuts in the wood.<br />
3. Using a miter saw cut the wood - for each piece of wood the angles on each end should be opposite. We used the wider of the two ends to measure the length of 19.5inches - when we put all the pieces together each side would measure 20 inches. Hold wood slats up to each other to make sure they are the same length.<br />
4. Once all pieces are cut, begin nailing pieces together.<br />
5. Paint your triangles - ours needed 2-3 coats each<br />
6. Hang on the wall and enjoy!<br />
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And to top things off, The Husband and I couldn't believe how cheap this project was. We only spent $5 on wood and $10 on paint - making our project cost a total of $15!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-57829953692473216472013-08-08T07:00:00.000-05:002013-08-08T07:00:00.866-05:00HONEY WHOLE WHEAT {Bread}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This past week I made honey whole wheat bread with a couple of friends. It is a bit dense to use as sandwich bread, but it tastes delicious with some warmed butter and peanut butter. Its becoming my new favorite breakfast.</span><br />
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*Recipe<span style="font-family: inherit;"> yields two loaves</span><br />
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3 teaspoons dough enhancer<br />
3 cups whole wheat flour<br />
2 cups + 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon hot water<br />
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil<br />
1/3 cup honey<br />
2 teaspoons salt<br />
3 teaspoons yeast<br />
3 cups whole wheat flour<br />
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Directions:<br />
1. Stack ingredients through yeast - blend together<br />
2. Knead while adding additional flour - knead until dough cleans inside of bowl<br />
3. Turn speed up for three minuets<br />
4. Pour some olive oil on counter and hands - throw dough down seven times<br />
5. Cut dough in half<br />
6. Smooth and tuck dough/giving it an occasional chop with your hands to remove bubbles. Once lines are removed and dough is shaped like a loaf place in greased bread pan.<br />
7. Let dough rise till it reaches about an inch from the top of pan - or till it doubles in size.<br />
8. Bake at 350 for 30 minuets or until golden brown.<br />
<br />Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-64333194708891109272013-08-05T12:28:00.001-05:002013-08-05T12:28:50.741-05:00DIY FLORAL CROWN<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Anyone else in love with the whimsy a floral crown adds? I've been hoping to create one for a session and when little Brooklyn was born I knew she would wear a crown perfectly. Thus began my adventure in creating a floral crown. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I read a lot of tutorials on how to make a one and as always, I have intentions of following the directions but at some point in the process I go rouge and do my own thing. So, my tutorial is pretty simple, as are most of my DIY's. . .</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Fake flowers - make sure they have wire stems</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Jewelry wire</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*If you want to wear this for more than a photo-shoot purchase these items</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Instructions:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. Purchasing the right mix of flowers is essential - it is very easy to make a fake looking/lets be honest "off looking - almost cute, but something isn't quite right" floral crown. Take your time moseying the store and dreaming up what would look good together. Because mine is for a newborn I knew I wanted it to be simple and organic looking and a few touches of color. I also knew it was only going to be about 13inches around so I had very little space to work with. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">2. Make sure the elastic and jewelry wire match your color scheme as well.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">3. Start the floral arranging process. I cut a few pieces of flowers and moss and off, leaving about two inches of stem on each so I could wrap it together. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">4. I began wrapping the wire of the moss together leaving space in-between so I could add flowers to it later.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">5. Once the moss was wrapped/wire twisted together and the correct length, I used jewelry wire to add in the flowers and little white fillers. Once it was all secure I twisted the wire in the back together to close it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*To make this into a longer-term wearable headband...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6. Once your crown is the proper size, take wire crown and hot glue it to elastic. You may choose to add a few flowers/fillers to cover the elastic. Make sure to leave a space of elastic blank in the back so it can stretch to fit your head. I would leave at lease two inches of bare elastic. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">7. Sew ends of elastic together and there you have it! A pretty floral crown.</span><br />
<br />Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-8474542438740165962013-07-29T09:50:00.000-05:002013-07-29T09:50:38.791-05:00BANANA SWIRL {Bread}<div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I can tell baby is coming soon because I woke up at 6:30 am and started making bread! I normally have a freezer full of brown bananas and end up giving them away to someone who knows how to make bread. . .It has been on my blog ideas list from the very beginning. I had no clue it could be this simple!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Special thanks to my sister Lauren for telling me about this and the creator of the recipe <a href="http://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/2013/07/cinnamon-swirl-banana-bread.html" target="_blank">Dessert Now, Dinner Later!</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4 Brown Bananas</span></div>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pre-heat oven to 350˚F - grease pan</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Using a mixer, mix bananas sugar, butter, egg & vanilla until combined.</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sprinkle baking soda & salt on top of banana mixture & then gently mix in flour until just combined. Do not over-mix!</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In a small bowl, mix together the 1/3 cup sugar & 1 Tbsp cinnamon.</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Add half the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle 2/3 of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter. Add the other half of the banana batter & top with the remaining cinnamon-sugar.</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bake for 60 minutes - until your toothpick comes out clean</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Life has been wonderfully crazy the past few weeks. . . hence the lack of posting. My apologies. Somethings gotta give and this time it was the blog. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Keep an eye out for his arrival. . . </span></div>
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Yesterday, July 9, I celebrated my 24th Birthday. The husband took me out for a delicious Italian restaurant and we ended the night watching a movie on the couch. Simple and sweet.</div>
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And July turned out to be quite a crazy month. I am in the midst of a lot of projects, both DIY and photography. Now, if only I could find time to finish them all and share them with you! I will soon, I promise. </div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">With my wardrobe constantly in transition and knowing I'll be going from 9 months pregnant to a postpartum body soon, my summer wish list contains items I feel will work over the next couple of months. And even if I wasn't pregnant, my wish list would probably be looking about the same, there are just so many fabulous items out this season! </span></div>
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With that said, this summer, pregnant or not, bold patterns are a great way to add some freshness and flare to your wardrobe. </div>
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Where are you shopping this summer? Here are links to the items on my wish list...</div>
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<a href="http://www.swell.com/Womens-Dresses" target="_blank">1></a> <a href="http://us.shop.billabong.com/w/womens/clothing/skirts" target="_blank">2></a> <a href="http://www.swell.com/Womens-Jackets" target="_blank">3></a> <a href="http://www.swell.com/Womens-Dresses" target="_blank">4></a> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/juniors-pants-shorts?dept=8000001&origin=topnav" target="_blank">5> </a> <a href="http://www.swell.com/Womens-Sweaters" target="_blank">6></a> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/juniors-dresses?dept=8000001&origin=topnav&cm_sp=Top%20Navigation-_-Juniors-_-Dresses" target="_blank">7></a> <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/category.jsp?id=W_BOTTOMS" target="_blank">8></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">35 weeks and what I’ve learned about pregnancy fashion <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Don’t expect to feel amazing, BUT don’t give up
on trying!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Comfortable, slip on shoes are a MUST – I found
mine <a href="http://www.reef.com/girls" target="_blank">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Motherhood Maternity isn’t all that bad – at
least for bottoms. I’m now the proud owner of a pair of skinny jeans, stretchy
pants and a pair of shorts, all from Motherhood. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Dresses and Maxi skirts are still one of your
best friends. It’s worth purchasing a few of these during your second trimester
because they will grow along with the rest of your body. Yes…as your stomach
gets bigger so does the rest of you…sad, I know.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Let’s talk about makeup – getting a mac makeover
and switching to their products has tremendously helped me feel better about my fuller face. Don’t skimp on good make up. Like my sister used to
say, you only get one face, so treat it well. Look out for a product review in
the near future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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about the way I look are the days I did nothing to my hair…It’s as simple as
that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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favorite. The straps are a bit thicker and they are fitted and long.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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bra and panties have a lot to do with how smooth things look.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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thing I feel good in is my skinny jeans and a black tank top. BUT with a real
cute necklace, rings, earrings and maybe even a headband I still can feel like
I’m styled. And don’t forget about having a cute bag!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">All that to say, being styled in
your third trimester is going to take some effort, but it is totally possible.
And it’s okay if you wear the same thing multiple times a week – no one who has
ever been pregnant will judge you.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Can you tell I needed a pep talk?
I mean, who doesn’t when you are 35 weeks along?</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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We've made progress on project shared room, our side of the bedroom is finished! This past month I was finally able to find a few the perfect pieces I wanted for our room. </div>
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1. Wall Art - The husband and I went back and forth about what to do with the empty walls surrounding our bed, do we building shelving or hang wall art? We ended up with wall art and I couldn't be happier with our little collage! The large matte wood frame and the funky gold frame are both from Target. The artwork in the large frame is from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KelliMurrayArt" target="_blank">here</a>. The white shadow box was an item we've had for a couple of years, originally from Marshalls. I like the option of having something we can easily post new pictures to. The combination of wood, white and gold on the grey wall really ties everything together.</div>
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2. THE DRESSER! - I searched for months on craigslist, at thrift stores and garage sales. I was ready to give up. I knew I wanted a mid-centruy modern dresser that was buffet style and needed to fit under our window. Finding something cheaper than $500-$1,000 was looking impossible. And then, I found this beauty on craigslist...all ready re-purposed. It was the perfect size, price and just so stinkin cute! </div>
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3. The Light - After getting an very expensive estimate from an electrician, we ended up having the husband and his dad hang the light. It is so nice to have light coming from the ceiling. If you missed my last post on the room, the light is from <a href="http://www.westelm.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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4. The Orange Bowl - I love little details. I've been searching for the perfect bowl to put little baby things in. This past weekend I found this at the thrift store. I love the burnt orange color and aztec detail. </div>
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5. THE OTTOMAN! - This one deserves all caps and an !, too. Why are ottomans so expensive!?! Once again, I've been searching everywhere for the perfect ottoman for our chair. Just two days before I told the husband to be mentally prepared if I end up spending $100-$200 on an ottoman. I knew it was crazy, but I wasn't finding anything cheaper. AND THEN I struck gold. I found this little brown leather beauty at the thrift store for $2!!! I'm all about repurposing items, but sometimes it is so nice to find something that doesn't need any TLC.</div>
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6. The Pillows - I'm pretty sure the yellow pillow from Target and the black and white pillow from Ikea are the two most popular pillows in the U.S. I flipped the Target pillow over to the geometric side and moved it from the chair to the bed - it is like new. On our last trip to Ikea I was happy to find the black and white item wasn't out of stock. </div>
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Things are coming along! Now for the really fun part. Baby's side of the room. Can't wait to put it all together and share it with you guys.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"You musn't be afraid to dream a little bigger darling." - Inception</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So much of being a photographer is letting yourself dream and letting yourself create without fear. This is my goal for the coming months. Shooting according my photographic style and helping my clients dream along with me. Message me if you are interested in dreaming a little bigger for your next photo shoot.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">P.S. Isn't she lovely? I can say first hand, her beauty flows from deep within. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We finally found the perfect dresser for our shared room! And for the first time I felt a sense of responsibility to keep the surface of my furniture protected. So, I decided I need to make a set of coasters. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you DIY a lot, you probably have a stash of left over fabrics waiting to be used like me. I decided to use the scrap fabric from my </span><a href="http://wearebeholden.blogspot.com/2013/02/revamp-your-moccasins.html" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">moccasin revamp</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> since the aztec vibe goes with our room decor.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Scrap Fabric (I chose a scrap fabric that was a bit thicker/sturdier)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1. Depending on your fabric you may choose to cut a specific part, I chose to keep the pattern centered. Once you've decided on that, use your marker and measuring tape to draw out a square of 4.25in x 4.25 in. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3. Pour yourself a refreshing beverage and enjoy your new coasters!</span></div>
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If you try this simple DIY post a link to it in the comments, I'd love to see it!</div>
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Happy Friday!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There is just something so beautiful about a lake I can't describe. I'm grateful to have spent the weekend on Gun Lake with the husband and his family. We fished, we ate, we relaxed and we laughed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">How was your weekend?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Joanna</span>Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-30162637324320427232013-05-29T14:14:00.000-05:002013-05-29T14:19:46.831-05:00FREE PRINTABLES<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://shopringmasters.com/article/god-free-printable" target="_blank">1. Be Still</a> >> <a href="http://lovelylittlesnippets.blogspot.com/2011/11/i-love-us-free-printable.html" target="_blank">2. I Love Us</a> >> <a href="http://www.mamamiss.com/2013/03/02/quote-art-dr-seuss-nonsense/" target="_blank">3. Dr. Suess</a> >> <a href="http://www.frenchpressmornings.com/2013/03/hope-you-enjoy-this-extra-encouragement.html" target="_blank">4. Luke 24</a> >> <a href="http://www.gerberadesigns.com/triedandtrue/?p=4099" target="_blank">5. The World Smiled </a> >> <a href="http://www.mamamiss.com/2013/01/13/abc-alphabet-cards-free-printable/" target="_blank">6. ABC </a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Free printables are the perfect way to spice up your decor for the summer. Just follow the links to their original source, download and print. These are a few of my favorites floating around. Enjoy!</span><br />
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And if you are looking for more options...Every Wednesday <a href="http://www.frenchpressmornings.com/p/encouraging-wednesdays.html" target="_blank">this blogger</a> posts a free printable! I currently have one hanging on my wall.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Joanna</span>Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-12106874403454989012013-05-24T12:15:00.000-05:002013-05-26T20:32:06.290-05:00WHY?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Why is fear so crippling?<br />
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Why do we fall apart so quickly?<br />
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Why do we expect success without a lot of hard work?<br />
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Why do I forget I'm not defined by my capabilities, success or failures?<br />
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We are beholden. I want that to be enough.Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-76088144530515531562013-05-17T07:00:00.000-05:002013-05-17T12:05:17.737-05:0028 WEEKS {Golden Hour}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Shirt/Marshalls >> Necklace and Earrrings/Pac Sun >> Maternity Jeans/Gap<br />
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Spring is here which means pretty wildflowers and heat! Although my outfit is nothing glamorous, this long tank top has been a lifesaver over the past two weeks. Thanks, Marshall's!<br />
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Happy Friday!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've been eyeing this little hot dog joint for the past couple of months and while out running errands with a friend we decided to drive thru for lunch. It was only a few days later and I was back with the husband for our date night, I'm high class. Their sign "Mom likes hot dogs" couldn't be truer. This pregnancy one of my top cravings is hot dogs, specifically a good cheese dog and a Chicago hot dog and don't forget the french fries. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Trying to remember the little things about my pregnancy, even if they are unhealthy and embarrassing. Only around 12 more weeks to go!</span></div>
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<br />Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-72879363830506323202013-05-14T09:01:00.000-05:002013-05-14T09:01:05.150-05:00NINE HANDBAGS FOR THE SUMMER<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Anyone else on the lookout for a new handbag? This spring and summer fringe and studs are trending and I think its a wonderful thing. I'm also loving the color palette of the rich creamy browns, yellows, orange and corals. Don't be afraid to go big and bold this spring, a cute bag is the perfect accessory for these warm months. </span><br />
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<a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/steve-madden-fringe-crossbody-bag/3456646?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Cognac&resultback=1023&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_3_B" target="_blank">1></a> <a href="http://www.tillys.com/tillys/variants.aspx?prod=209164523&ctlg=020_Girls&cid=1093&source=1&size=" target="_blank">2></a> <a href="http://www.jessicasimpson.com/product/emma+vachetta+satchel.do?sortby=ourPicks" target="_blank">3></a> <a href="http://www.vonmaur.com/Product.aspx?ID=141471&Sale=n&pg=1" target="_blank">4></a> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/emperia-two-tone-studded-faux-leather-tote/3509059?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Black%2F+Brown&resultback=2962&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_8_D" target="_blank">5></a> <a href="http://www.tillys.com/tillys/variants.aspx?prod=208866409&ctlg=020_Girls&cid=1092&source=1&size=&bid=41" target="_blank">6></a> <a href="http://www.swell.com/Bags/ONEILL-AVERY-WRISTLET?cs=MU" target="_blank">7></a> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/street-level-woven-fringe-crossbody-bag/3414113?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Brown&resultback=4591&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_12_C" target="_blank">8></a> <a href="http://www.tillys.com/tillys/variants.aspx?prod=209442762&ctlg=020_Girls&cid=1101&source=1&size=" target="_blank">9></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I'm curious, where are you finding cute handbags lately? </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Joanna</span>Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-46820884937907924052013-05-12T07:00:00.000-05:002013-05-12T07:00:11.214-05:00MOTHER'S DAY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've followed the artist Kelli Murray's <a href="http://www.kellimurray.com/news/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blog</a> and <a href="http://instagram.com/kelli_murray" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for a while now and have come to love her beautiful art. But when she posted her latest drawing in honor of Mother's Day I about died! I felt like she personally drew it for me and I had to have it. All that to say, I'm now the proud owner of this watercolor drawing and I'm smitten. Be sure to check out her <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KelliMurrayArt?ref=top_trail" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>, you won't be disappointed!<br />
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Happy Mother's Day!<br />
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1. <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/category.jsp?id=A_FURN_RUGS" target="_blank">Urban Outfitters</a> >>2. <a href="http://www.westelm.com/shop/lighting/?cm_type=gnav" target="_blank">West Elm</a> >>3. & 4. <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/departments/Textiles/bedroom_textiles_/" target="_blank">Ikea</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Because I love making collages, I made one to show you a few of our first purchases for the room. The one I'm most excited about is the West Elm light. As you can see from my previous post's pictures, there is only one window in the room and no ceiling light. Installing a light from the center of the ceiling will bring some much needed brightness and cheer to the room. Hopefully, the electrician will be here to install it next week. (We are all about DIY, but when it comes to electricity, we figured we should just call the pros) And the rug, light and pillow are brining in the aztec and geometric style while still remaining masculine enough for my men to call it theirs, too. At last but not least, the ikea shelf will provide some much needed storage for my little buddy's things. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Have a great weekend!!!</span><br />
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<br />Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6205844533480029833.post-85899741707504162792013-05-10T09:28:00.004-05:002013-05-10T14:10:18.261-05:00PROJECT SHARED ROOM {The Before}<span style="font-family: inherit;">Designing a room in my home takes quite a bit of thought. I've noticed there is a natural process for me, a series of things I always do before and while starting a room. Maybe this will help you as you tackle your next project. We are currently in the process of designing our combined bedroom/nursery. This might be my toughest challenge yet, but so far I am loving it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">First, I start off with drawings. It always helps me to draw sketches of my room so I can see how the many ideas in my mind might come together. It helps me answer the basic questions of, is this realistic and will it flow?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I knew I wanted this room to have both aztec and geometric elements to it. And while I tend to love feminine design, I will be sharing this space with two men, so my design need to compliment their style also. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here are a few of my sketches...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The second phase I spend an insane amount of time on, online shopping. This is important for me. I need to know I have shopped around and haven't made an impulse decision. I'm very particular so when I find something I love and it is in my price range I make sure to really ponder it for a couple of days/sometimes weeks, show the husband and then purchase it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here are some pictures of what the room currently looks like...I guess you can say these are my "Before" pictures...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">We've lived here for almost two years, and hoping we would have a little one join us eventually I did minimal design for this room. The curtains, furniture, lamps, mirror and bedding are what we've been using and helped give me a base of where to start as far as colors and inspiration. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Make sure to check back and see the progress of our shared room. I can't wait to see how it all turns out!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Curtains/<a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp" target="_blank">Urban Outfitters</a> >> Comforter/<a href="http://www.westelm.com/" target="_blank">West Elm </a>>> Lamps/thrifted&handmade >> Furniture/second-hand >> Mirror/Marshalls >> Rug/<a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp" target="_blank">Urban Outfitters</a></span>Joannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01976026046706938848noreply@blogger.com0