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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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Take your Fanny Pack to Roslyn, WA
When was the last time you were in Roslyn, WA? We spent Father’s Day weekend in Suncadia and ventured to Roslyn for lunch and the more time I spend there the more I love it. It’s only a short bike ride or easy hike away from Suncadia and we find ourselves choosing to go there for the great food and fun old school vibe more and more! I listed our favorite Roslyn spots below for the next time you find yourself in Suncadia or driving over the mountains and looking for a tasty bite and cold drink. Onto my next point… I highly recommend everyone invests in a fanny pack/belt…
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Prime Day Picks
We have never been big Prime Day shoppers because it always seem so hard to navigate! But I did find a few of our favorite things on sale and a few things that I really want! Happy shopping! Air Fryer – I NEED an Air fryer! Levi Wedgie Straight Jeans – great deal on these! Katy Perry Jelly Pearl Sandal – how cute are these? Kids Fire Tablet – a long car trip necessity Countertop Nugget Ice Maker – I would LOVE a nugget ice maker especially since my current freezer ice maker doesn’t work… UGH JBL Waterproof Portable Speaker – our husbands love these! They come everywhere with us!…
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Frosted Lemonade
Happy Friday everyone! Its supposed to be a warm weekend in Seattle (I actually see eighties in the forecast!!!) and I have the perfect family-friendly beverage for you to celebrate with: FROSTED LEMONADE. For years, the only beverage my kids would drink other than milk and water was lemonade. Unlike Mallory’s boys that have been asking for bubbly water since they could talk, Sam and Emma would not touch carbonation or most other juices. 7-Up is only a recent addition to these very particular 8-year-olds’ repertoire. Therefore, when a recipe for Whipped Lemonade popped up on my Instagram feed from delish, I thought it would be the perfect summer treat…
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A long weekend in Charleston
Chris and I took our first trip just the two of us in I don’t even know how long! We went to Charleston and had the best time; we ate, drank and walked our way through the gorgeous city and I highly recommend our trip to any couple looking for a getaway! An extra special thanks to my hubby for planning such a great weekend away and taking his Instagram husband status from a zero to a ten. Where we stayed Planters Inn – right in the heart of downtown Charleston. A great location if you are looking to explore all the city has to offer. We had many friends…
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Bicicletta (“Bicycle”) Cocktail
We have a new cocktail for you on this Friday – the Bicicletta -“bicycle” in Italian. And I am obsessed in the “had a Bicicletta each night this week” sort of way! Such a refreshingly light cocktail to enjoy as the evenings get warmer. In her 2016 book “Spritz: Italy’s Most Iconic Aperitivo Cocktail, with Recipes,” Talia Baiocchi, writes that the Bicicletta dates to 1930s Italy, and was supposedly named “for the mode of transportation in which its drinkers toddle home after several drinks at the local cafe.” Mixing this refreshing Italian aperitivo is as easy as riding a bike (pun absolutely intended!). Simply combine dry white wine and Campari,…
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May Favorites
It’s June!? I’m not sure how that happened but here is a very random collection of our favorite things from the month of May. Snack Cup with Lid – I bought these for dirt cups and veggie cups at Jack’s 2nd birthday and I love that they come with a lid. The perfect thing for snacks and treats all summer long. EltaMD Face Moisturizer Sun Screen / Tinted – Megan and I both just reordered our favorite daily moisturizer and sunscreen. I like having the regular and tinted on hand. Clear plastic cups with straw slot lid – not the most environmentally friendly, but these are so nice to have…
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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…
