Family
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Gift Ideas for Kids
Here are our ideas for our kiddos this year. We all joke that we might give Emma a barbie for Christmas just to see her reaction…… Bounce house. We are looking to upgrade/upsize our bounce house. I’ve said it a million times, but it truly the best investment we’ve made as parents. Use it indoors and outside all year round; I promise you won’t regret it. Which one should we get? Build your own fort kit. Build your own fort kit. Are your kids as obsessed with forts as ours are? Time to get them something so they don’t use all of our throw blankets and nice pillows. Swurfer Tree…
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Corduroy: “You must be a friend…I’ve always wanted a friend.”
Favorite line, from one of our favorite children’s books that just happens to be named after my favorite fall fabric: Corduroy. And its everywhere this season! How much corduroy is too much corduroy? Asking for a friend. Here are our favorite fall corduroy items that have caught our eye this season: Everywhere I look, I see corduroy in the stores this fall (okay, lets be real, every retailer that sends me email advertisements features corduroy items…I haven’t set foot in a brick-and-mortar storefront in ages!). Corduroy jackets are in abundance. Match with your mini-me in these two cute sherpa and corduroy combinations. Corduroy baseball caps are also everywhere. Try this…
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A Visit to Seabrook, Washington’s Beach Town
We went to SEABROOK (no, not ABROOK or EABROOK, geez I wish someone had told me to move my head to the left in that picture) last week to celebrate my mother-in-law’s 70th birthday! It was our first time visiting Washington’s Beach Town and we had a wonderful time. See our full review and trip highlights below. Just a two and a half hour drive outside of Seattle, Seabrook is a great vacation destination for families with young children (tons of park amenities, a pool, and walkable nearby beach) or an adult weekend away. Our Airbnb was fantastic – the Flagstaff House – well appointed kitchen, hot tub, cute bunkroom,…
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Alderbrook Resort and Spa
You can’t beat the views at the Alderbrook Resort and Spa. Have you been to this little slice of heaven? We spent our second family reunion at Alderbrook last weekend and loved it just as much as we did the first time. Here are all the reasons why we think you should consider it for your next family get away. The Ferry Ride Born and raised in the Seattle area, I realized that I really never thought about how unique, cool and fun ferries are! But really they only exist in like 3 major cities (don’t quote me on that but its not many)! The ferries are a great reminder…
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Summer Things
All the Summer things we want to do, eat and make before it’s over! Why do these precious months go so fast?! Golf Picnic Date Night Such a fun way to spend the evening with your hubby and friends! Even if you don’t golf! Need to get this on the calendar with our favorite golf buddies ASAP. Summer Tart Night Turn your Summer veggies into a yummy puff pastry tarts for an al fresco evening with friends. The best. Spend a day at Lake Cle Elum We just discovered this beauty and can’t wait to get back and spend the day there with the rest of the family! You drive…
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Our Summer Essentials
How is it already mid July?! These precious few months of Summer go way too fast. We rounded up all of the items we have been using on the daily during these warm sunny days when we are spending as much time outside as possible with the kids. Last night we had a pizza and wine night at the beach/park – such a great way to spend a pretty evening. Try it! JCrew Factory Straw Bucket Bag – the cutest Summer accessory that is Megan’s go to when she isn’t at work. Kids Face Sunscreen Stick – THE BEST kids sunscreen. It goes on so easy and smoothly – you’ll…
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Walla Walla Wedding
Our little Michael brother is married! How is that possible?!?! Known as BBQ Mike, Pizza Mike, Dirty Mike, The Big Skillet, Son of a Buff (our dad’s name is Buff, story for another day!), I cannot believe that the baby of our family got hitched. I still remember when our parents brought him home from the hospital. Mallory and I spent last weekend in Walla Walla, Washington celebrating Michael and his lovely bride Laura. It was an incredible wedding – beautiful, delicious, fun and HOT. All of the wedding and Walla Walla details are below. The wedding and all its festivities took place at the Abeja Winery and Inn. The…
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A “Rosé Before the Big Day” Bridal Shower
We had such a fun weekend celebrating our brother Michael’s bride-to-be, Laura. While many of you know that Mallory and I live across the street from each other, you may be surprised to learn that Laura also only lives a few short walkable blocks away. She is the younger sister of one of my brother-in-law Chris’ best friends and attended the same elementary school that my children do now. We are talking less than one degree of separation here. As a result of her proximity and simply because we love her company, Mallory, Laura and I have spent many an afternoon and evening sipping glasses (notice the plural use of…
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Father’s Day Gift Ideas
Here are some festive ideas for Father’s day if you are in need of some inspiration! These are some of Chris and Ryan’s top picks and items we know any dad would love. Happy dad’s day to all the men out there that play a fatherly role in one way or another! Red Clay Hot Sauce and Spicy Drink Salt Duo – Have you heard of Red Clay yet? It’s all the rage in the hot sauce world – check it out if your dad or hubby is as obsessed with hot sauce and spice as our husbands are! Phillips Pasta Maker / Phillips Air Fryer – if any of…
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Trucks and Treats: Happy Birthday Jack!
Jack is two! And we celebrated with this two favorite things: trucks and treats. Where Even Keel Roadhouse in Lake Chelan. A kid-friendly low key spot that serves beer and wine, delicious pizza and has a great grassy area for lawn games and live music! Check it out next time you are in Chelan. Party Decor Thank you Target for the cutest collection of transportation party supplies and thank you Megan for finding them! Can you dig it? Straws Plates / snack plate Napkins Banner Construction Cone Party Hat Treat Bags Table cover Jack’s tee / Joe’s tee Treats Construction zone dirt cups and chocolate milks for the kids and…
