I have an addiction to my car's GPS system. But somehow still manage to get turned around with great frequency. I really appreciate that the voice commander refrains from using a judgemental tone. I have known our baby girl's first name since October 2011. Paul talked me out of my first choice for her middle…

This is me. Well, it’s me in a photo taken by professionals with mad skills. This is also me. Awkwardly taken with the self timer on my camera. And also, I cut my hair and ADORE it short. Please remind me of this in five months when I think it will be a good idea…

Yesterday I shared the things that made 27 special and today it's the moments. I added to and adjusted this list over a period of a few days. It always makes me a bit weepy to think back and this year was no exception. So much change. So much good. Here are 27 favorite moments…

Project Life is a system for documenting everyday life created by Becky Higgins. I created weekly spreads for my album in 2012 and am continuing again in 2013. Every Sunday, I share an update to my album on the blog (you can see all of them from 2013 so far here). I have created this…

In 2012, I found quotes that I loved and included them in my Project Life album. As 2012 wraps up, I am happy to offer these cards as a free download for you to use in your albums or other projects. There are 54 quotes available. Some are going to be a little random because…

Our little place is starting to feel festive! Hooray for buying trees on base where they can be taller than me, super green and… $35! After a parking lot tree guy wanted to charge me $90, I was pretty pleased. I bought most of our ornaments on super sale last year after Christmas, and plan…

see the first installment of the Seafoam Story here. In many ways, I think the color story is the most important part of the kit (or of anything). The colors are what will draw people in first. If they like the colors, they will look closer to see if they like the patterns. Because of…

jalapeno vodka cocktail caprese salad strawberry basil mojitos sun-dried tomato aioli (for burgers!) chicken tacos brussels sprouts turkey meatballs humus (with kalamata olives!) asperagus pesto easy steak chili butternut squash soup pizza dough cheese rolls peppermint candy cookies

playing with paper today and getting ready for week in the life.

 I first ran this workshop in April 2011. It was a big adventure and overall very successful. I am excited to be offering it again this spring. This is an online class that focuses on using web coding and design to customize your Typepad blog. Class seats are $115 and payment will be made through…