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Last week was gloomy and I was craving something warm and sweet. So I decided to whip up a batch of chocolate chip cookies. I mean what can make a day better than a good old fashioned chocolate chip cookie? I had my Cooks Illustrated cookbook sitting on the counter from a steak sauce I […]

If you follow me on instagam, last week I talked a bit about being in a rut both creatively and mentally. After about three solid weeks of slothing around I finally decided to implement some simple changes to help get me out of it and keep moving forward. I’m usually pretty good about staying positive […]

Joe and I happened to come in to sheep farming and I use the term “Farming” loosely. We bought this property about six years ago and bought these sheep off of craigslist in 2015. That is right, we bought this flock of sheep off of craigslist. Hindsight not the smartest move but three out of […]

Ladies and gentleman, introducing Otto! Sometimes I just look at Otto and can’t believe that we get to be  a family of three. Life before him just seems so fuzzy to me and it makes me laugh at how fast a child can integrate themselves into your life. Otto is moving into a new classroom […]

It is my personal mission to get all of you to come and visit us in the great lake state of Michigan. Growing up I did not realize what amazing resources we have in our beautiful state. I thought Michigan was so boring and couldn’t wait to venture out to some place exciting like New […]

This Mint Cold is from last season but here are some of my favorites from the internet. This one from Asos This one from Modcloth  This dress I wont from Frances Jaye is by Elk but there is a similar one here for $40! Frye Boots are also close to 8 years old but similar […]