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January 11, 2019

I LOVE LISTS

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I LOVE LISTS

  1. Marie Kondo’s new show is giving people anxiety.
  2. Apparently, I’m an oreo cheesecake kinda person.
  3. Reading through how people lost weight.
  4. This whole Bird Box thing is getting out of control.
  5. Why do we even saber champagne bottles to begin with?
  6. Why smart people make stupid mistakes.
  7. The Google Doodle winner was a 2nd grader! YAY!
  8. Dream (island) job
  9. Do you have an affective presence?
  10. You should really send that thank you note you’ve been meaning to write.
  11. No Martha, I will not use my espresso machine to make eggs.
  12. I bet Cooper would love these citrus lollipops.
  13. I am inspired by Elise’s clothes making journey and Elsie’s wardrobe goal for 2019
  14. This free little library is goals.
  15. Bill Gates is pretty cute when he’s talking about his favorite books.
  16. I am already dreading Cooper not responding right away when he gets a phone one day.
  17. Strategies to get more done in less time.
  18. What was it like to be a photographer in 1865?
  19. How tech is changing the way we eat.
  20. Don’t be paralyzed by the speed of change.
  21. A good list of films to watch.
  22. Organizing projects:  laundry closet/linen closet /closet / pantry / makeup drawer

 

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January 9, 2019

Keeping a Sketchbook

 

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Keeping a Sketchbook has become one of the greatest organizing/stress-relieving tools in my emotional toolkit. Even though I spend a lot of capturing my life through my blog via camera & writing, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of putting pen to paper.  As much as I love playing around with my iPad and getting into a fun photoshop session, my brain prefers the simplicity and easy access to pen and paper.

What’s the best thing about having a sketchbook?

It doesn’t require batteries to be charged.  You just need to make sure you carry enough around in your bag. I always do!

My goal last year was to MAKE MORE ART and if you’ve been around here, you’ve seen how I made art with kids, watercolored, expanded my bullet journal practice, and learned new creative skills all with the help of Skillshare,

The work I put into learning new creative skills in 2018 totally changed the way I keep a sketchbook. I’d like to share with you some of my creative explorations in my sketchbook today!

If you’re not familiar with Skillshare, it’s an online community for learning & teaching creative skills. Skillshare connects expert practitioners with students around the world who collaborate on everyday skills from culinary arts, photography to design.

Skillshare has kindly offered my readers TWO MONTHS free of Skillshare Premium!   Thank you, Skillshare!

 

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January 7, 2019

Intentions for the Week

 

Looking to get your head in the game? Tracy from Shutterbean makes a weekly TO DO LIST called her Intentions for the Week. Here's what this week looks like:

HAPPY MONDAY!!  This is my first Intentions for the Week list of 2019.

I’m wondering if I should keep up this practice in 2019. Is it helpful for you? I know it helps me, but I’m wondering if I should just stick to writing in my bullet journal every week?

This is my current week before I filled it in!

We watched the first episode of Marie Kondo’s new Netflix show and I got the bug to organize over the weekend.

I cleaned out my pantry:

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January 6, 2019

My Everyday Life: Week 1

A new year, a new week!

Here’s what this past week looked like – My Everyday Life: Week 1

Adventure in the city with Coop and Casey.

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A reader sent me a Rose of Jericho and it’s been cool to see it come to life this week.

THANK YOU.

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January 4, 2019

I LOVE LISTS

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I LOVE LISTS

  1. Creating Healthy Eating Habits – I am re-reading this as we start January!
  2. I’m curious to try these golden milk snack bites
  3. I like reading what ingredients people like to have on hand
  4. The best skincare trick is to be wealthy.
  5. If you’re grieving.
  6. Wrap me up in this blanket, please.
  7. The pleasures of Ina Garten.
  8. What an incredible way to leave an impact after death.
  9. 11 ways to be a better person in 2019
  10. Do you remember getting an allowance when you were young?
  11. Timelapse photos of airplanes = RAD
  12. Shoutout to all of us introverts out there.
  13. I cannot fathom being on a cruise ship for that long.
  14. What a beautiful studio space filled with amazing things!
  15. Cooper loves when movies break the 4th wall
  16. My friend Andrea is blogging regularly again and it makes me so happy.
  17. How It’s Made videos for inspiration.
  18. If you’re a cat lover…
  19. Gout is making a comback! 
  20. A whole bunch of photos to be inspired by.
  21. current kitchen favorites:  crunchy chili garlic sauce/ herb salt / bee’s wax wrappers

Watch this if you also love Amy Sedaris!

 

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December 31, 2018

Currently: December 2018

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Currently December 2018

This month was filled with lots of fun/not-so-fun stuff.

  • I had a mammogram. (not fun)
  • I had a blood test (not fun)
  • I have to wait for more tests (send good thoughts)
  • I tried not to freak out over either of those two things
  • I sent out our holiday cards
  • I bought presents.
  • I decorated our house.
  • I made magic.
  • I went on a few adventures with my brother
  • I went to holiday parties.
  • I sent out food journals
  • I sent out packages to people who helped me this year.
  • I broke my pinky toe and had to wear sandals outside for almost two weeks.
  • I had friends visit
  • I visited friends

This was the first actual Christmas at my parent’s house since my mother died. Last year we were in LA and in total shock and this year, we celebrated together. It was nice and simple. My Mom would have been happy to see us all together, making her recipes in her honor.

I had to ask a lot of questions of myself this month.

Questions like:

  • What do I want to foster tradition wise?
  • What can go?
  • What will stay?
  • How much energy can I put into it?
  • How can I ask for help?
  • What would my Mom do?

December was a tough month for me emotionally. Christmas was one of my Mom’s favorite holidays so it feels so weird to not have her part of it. Christmas music can bring up so many feelings! I totally forgot. I am pretty proud of how much I was able to accomplish in a short period of time while feeling pretty low!  It’s important to remember that the holiday season can be rough for other people. It’s a reminder to give yourself grace in the process!

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December 30, 2018

My Everyday Life: Week 52

Here’s what this past week looked like: My Everyday Life Week 52

Christmas Eve at my parent’s house. My brother and his wife decorated my Mom’s tree. So pretty!

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It was so bittersweet going through our ornaments without my Mom this year.

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We started with Manhattans.

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My sister Ali made an amazing cheese board.

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We had Caesar Salad+ garlic bread followed by linguini + clams with lobster.

Our normal New Year’s meal turned into Christmas Eve dinner.

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