5 ways to organize.

5org

each month my sweet friend Julie encourages us to write a post about 5 thing we're loving right now. it motivates me to focus on what i'm thinking about. focusing on. wanting to share. this month i am sharing my 5 favorite organizing ideas. i am certain that i am not the only one weeding through the toys in the playroom, kids bookshelves, scrap … [Read more...]

it’s hard to NOT BE INVITED.

notbeinvited

this week we're taking a break from talking about Friendships that SUCK... and moving onto something kinda similar. not being invited. we are what's termed a "military family." Craig has been a Marine for more than 15 years... closing in on retirement. we are always new. we move often. we don't know where the local shops or restaurants are. it … [Read more...]

maintain & cancel friendships, part 2

5waystocancel

i encourage you. read Part 1 first. read the comments on that post too. then, hop back over here for the heart heavy i am about to share. <<<     >>> i've spent this past week making notes for myself. an outline of the heart pushes, the mind grazes. the heaviness sitting in my gut as i process friendships again this week. … [Read more...]

Anchors, Anchors, Anchors –>> a Giveaway

AnchorDecgive

if you haven't noticed already, we have a thing about the sea, nautical-inspired, coastal, sea breezes, toes filled with sand and anchors. yes, lots of anchors. today we're hosting 3 lovely shops + some of my own anchor-inspired gifts just for you. 2 winners. lots of lovely items chosen. values: Winner #1 / $110 --- Winner #2 / $105 Printed … [Read more...]

friendships that suck, part 1

7friendships

my story // i have been hurt. a lot. i have been burned. used. deceived. i  have been forgotten. i'm prepared to throw in the towel and hold up a sign. No Vacancy for Friendships. so basically: friendships suck. did you know? -->>  i am sensitive. ultra-sensitive. therefore, coping mechanisms abound. i portray a thick-skinned … [Read more...]