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With Ava's first birthday coming up next week, I thought it would be fun to hear from both me and my husband, Jordan, as we answer a han

We’ve heard it all before. You never get a break. It’s thank-less work. The hardest job I’ve ever had. And that is all SO true. But it is al

I’ve really struggled with the whole baby gift-giving situation. Yes, I want to give my kid presents on all of the gift-giving holidays, but

My eyes are crap. I have worn glasses or contacts for as long as I can remember... until around 2010 when I got Lasik Eye Surgery (cue angel

I learned two things during my stint as a day spa receptionist back in high school. 1) Coconut oil can and should be used for ALL things. I

Before taking my extended maternity leave, I worked for a Southern California homebuilder in the Sales & Marketing department. We worked

Growing up, holidays were always a big deal. Valentine's Day was especially fun, because my Dad would bring home flowers, candy and usua

Hello! I’m Lauren – a relentless sharer of the things I make, discover, design & enjoy.

Marketer by trade, wife and mama by choice. Never met a creative outlet I didn’t like, and

this blog is no exception.