Monthly Archives: June 2011

Movie to See – Monte Carlo

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Monte Carlo for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you seen the trailer for Monte Carlo? It looks pretty darned cute to me. I don’t see movies in the theater often, so I am way behind on previews (and Netflix Instant doesn’t have…

Anneliese’s 11-Month-Day–A Day in the Life

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Every month I write a little update about what Anneliese has been learning or doing or anything that’s new. I think this past month has been a little bit of a lull, rather than an explosion of growth. Other than a seventh tooth that just showed up in the last few days, things have been,…

Walgreens Health & Wellness – Review

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walgreens for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. When I was pregnant and for about 6 months after Anneliese was born, I was really good about taking my vitamins and supplements every day. I need to get back into that. Even with eating real…

Today–Paint and Cooking

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This is what Anneliese’s room looks like right now… We’re finally getting ready to paint her room the color we’ve had in mind since before she was born. I just hope it turns out the way I have envisioned it. I didn’t do a patch test with the paint, so I’m not positive, but I…

Bacon Lettuce Tomato (BLT) Summer Roll–FRESH dinner

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Tonight’s dinner was fantastically fresh. BLT Summer rolls, blanched veggies, and a ranch sauce for dipping. When I read this BlogHer post, I became obsessed with finding rice paper. Easier said than done… but finally I found a “hole in the wall” Asian grocery store, and they had them. So I happily carted them home,…

How to Look Younger and Fitter–Instantly!

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Feeling a little rough around the edges? Looking like you’ve packed on a few pounds? Furry feet got you down? Just get a haircut! Everything will be looking up after that. No more saggy belly fur, scruffy ears, or bothersome neck fluff.

Hi! I'm Emily. I'm a Navy wife and brand new stay at home mom. I cook simple, delicious, grain-free recipes, do crafts, decorate on a budget, and keep a happy home. I breastfeed, babywear, cloth diaper, and co-sleep, but I'm not a hippie.Want to know more?