November 11, 2013

Mom Monday {Dylan's Nursery}

I cannot get enough of the amazing work that Sissy + Marley do. So when this new nursery landed in my inbox I could not wait to share it with you guys. The warm grey and tangerine color palette, and jungle animal vibe is pure perfection. As usual, Sissy + Marley incorporates chic touches of whimsy, to make this nursery pure perfection! How adorable right!?? Interior Design by Sissy + Marley Photographs by Marco Ricca Wallpaper Sissy + Marley...READ MORE

November 4, 2013

Mom Monday {The Switch Witch}

Halloween is not my favorite holiday. Don't get me wrong, I love the costumes, and the act of trick or treating with the little ones is loads of fun. But the candy itself just feels so wrong to me. Filled with all the things we, as a family, try to avoid, chemicals, GMO's, yucky non-food stuff. So this halloween we started a new tradition. Something I read about the morning of Halloween on Healthy Child's Blog, the Swtich Witch, an idea from Healthy Happy...READ MORE

October 14, 2013

Mom Monday {Super Quick Lentil Salad}

I was talking to my girlfriends this weekend about make ahead dinner ideas, and this is one of my favorites. Now that you have mastered the perfect lentils, here is a super quick easy recipe for you to make the best lentil salad. The best thing about this salad, is that you can really just add any seasonal fruits and vegetables and voila! I have made it with feta cheese and olives or apples, shallots and blue cheese. And like I mentioned in the last post,...READ MORE

October 7, 2013

Mom Monday {Lentil Basics}

I have been on a lentil kick recently. I make a huge batch on Sundays and then use it throughout the week to make us lunches and dinners. It makes the perfect salad, and with this basic recipe, the lentils end up with so much flavor, that a dressing is not needed. Swear!! Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot. Add minced shallots and sauté for 2 minutes or until shimmering. Add the lentils to the pot and toast for 2 more minutes. Add the chicken...READ MORE

September 30, 2013

Mom Monday {5 easy party ideas}

I thought I would share my favorite ideas to kick it up a notch the next time you throw a party. Whether it be a shower, a birthday party or you are just entertaining, these ideas are super simple and can really make a big impact. 1. Try decorating your wooden utensils with washi tape, paint or glitter, photo via Sugar & Charm 2. Serve food in mason jars or weck jars, photo via Camille Styles 3. Serve your drinks in fun glasses like mason jars...READ MORE