 Thought I would share a little tour of my yard. I have shared snippets here and there on facebook & instagram, but never a full spread. If I'm not DIY'n you can find me here. Gloves and wellies on, face smudged with dirt and sweat and a shovel in hand. I started out knowing nothing and now I feel pretty confidant in my gardening abilities. What was once a dirt patch is now something pretty special (at least to me!). And I guess I must be doing something right cuz the neighbors stop and say th...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, May 16, 2013,
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 We are dirt people. Shoes off, hose on, toes in the mud, under fingernails and yes, smudged on the face. I was brought up under the guidance of a master green thumb (my mama-dearest) and she passed on a deep appreciation and love of cultivating mother nature. While I am still learning my P's and Q's of the landscaping laws, I sure do love the ride (again with my cliches... I just can't help myself). If I can pass on just one of my interests to my baby-kins I hope it's a passion for the outdoo...
 Hey-O! Gotta give props to yourself when you can. My kids are happy,
healthy and clean (most of the time) So for the most part I think I'ma
doing ok. A pat on the back, foot massage, facial, pedicure, voodoo zen relaxation take-5-years-off-my-face treatment is in order. I love being in love with my babies and I know they know that. So a great big hoorah! to my fellow mamas and for everyone with a mama's heart for that matter. You don't have to have literally pushed out a watermelon to be a ...
 I know, the picture above is not quite the image you think of when you hear the words, "Vacation in Chicago". But that's how we like it. Just a dab of the city will do ya. Our family is located about an hour & 1/2 to the west of the city in a quaint town surrounded by corn/wheat/soy fields neighbored by more quaint towns followed by more corn//wheat/soy fields and so on and so on. It doesn't take long to get deep into the heartland of America. The trip was a success. A much needed refueling ...
I am writing this post from the air... our family is on the road (or sky) to Chicago for a little spring break slash honeymoon. The kiddos get to visit with the grandparents and the hubs and I get to hit the big city. We will be gone till next week so the diy'n will be on hiatus. Follow me on insta @honorkristie for snippets of fun family (and lovebirds) times. xoxo Honor :) :) :) Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Monday, April 29, 2013,
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Welcome to the world of Lucinda Lou... This is her. My daughter. This is typical Lou Lou. She is supposed to be napping, but instead she decided to sneak attack her sleeping baby brother with bombs of baby powder followed by globs of shaving cream and the final 'umphf' on top of the catastrophe cake was a shower of tampon confetti ( don't fret it was a brand new box). A whippersnapper, firecracker and high spirited are all mild compared to what is my daughter. While some ask 'How do you deal?' ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, April 17, 2013,
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 I am all tingling with excitement! My monthly book club meeting was last night and it was such a touching moment in my life. Why, you ask? Not because anything particularly spectacular or crazy happened, it was spectacular just because of the point where we all are at in life. So much is going on in our little circle of friends. A baby just arrived, two marriages just happened, one engagement, one pregnancy announcement, crazy world travel... whew I'm exhausted just thinking about it. I am so...
 Little man's stats board. A canvas sprayed with chalkboard paint and then decorated with chalkboard markers. While it was supposed to be temporary, I'm thinkin this baby is going on permanent display. Please excuse my absence for the past couple of days... but I have been a lil busy bee prepping for and then celebrating my son's first birthday! I'm like Whooot Whoot on the outside and like boo who on the inside! I can/can't believe my chunk-a-monk is one year old. Some moments seemed to pass...
Posted by Honor on Friday, March 29, 2013,
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 Garden hose + dirt = awesome baby sitter while I dig holes and spread gravel near by. Thank god for mud    Really... thank you. and thank you for stopping by! 
Posted by Honor on Thursday, March 21, 2013,
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Today my husband and I celebrate our third anniversary. Yeah for us! A lot has happened in those three years, so much to be very very thankful for. Two babies, a place we call our own, healthy and loving families, wonderful career opportunities... the weather, jk. But in reality we lived a very blessed life and I understand that and try to never take it for granite. Life can seem so fleeting, that it really is our duty to savor the sweetest moments and quickly forget the sour notes. Sounds li...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, March 20, 2013,
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 Inspirational Places: Japanese Friendship Garden. Round two of my Inspirational Places series. First up was Balboa Park. You can see the images of this epic place here. A definite must see if you are ever in the SD area. Now on to round two: Japanese Friendship Gardens. Technically this inspirational place is with in Balboa Park, but it stands on it's own with the amount of beauty and well, inspiration it contains.   The redbud trees were off the hook! Just breath taking. There is a whole valley ...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, March 19, 2013,
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      All of me, why not take all of me
cant you see that im no good without you
You took the part, that once was my heart so
why not take all of me Via: Mr. Willie Nelson/All of MeGot the whole family up before the sun for a drive on the back roads then finished up by watching the sun rise over our back forty. Glorious days these are. Make sure you enjoy them, k? k Thanks for stopping by.
Posted by Honor on Monday, March 18, 2013,
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My kitchen garden is coming together quite nicely. Ye-Haw! Lots of sweat and back breaking went into the little sucker and I can't wait to sow the seeds and seedlings I have percolating in the laundry room. I have three large terra cotta planters (already planted with heirloom tomatoes, basil, peas and cucumbers) and two 4' x 8' raised beds. If you didn't catch the before & my inspiration click here. Now I'm just waiting on the local mushroom farm to give me a jingle on the jangle to pick up... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, March 14, 2013,
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 disneyland.... Disneyland.... DISNEYLAND!!!! It was sunny and beautiful and magical and wonderful and madness and amazing people watching and lesson learning and delicious and intense and hilarious and, well, everything! Every type of emotion and experience jamb packed into one day, one place one moment in time. Talk about sensory overload. We are still super tired, feels like I just ran a marathon... not that I have ever run a marathon... but I imagine my feet would feel just. like. this. I am...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, March 12, 2013,
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  Here it is, in all it's barren dirtness, rockness & gravelness: My kitchen garden. Well it will be anyway! And I'm even a little embarrassed to say that this pic is of it cleaned up! I'm talking man eat'n tumbleweeds were taking over. I have many a grand plan for my patch of dirt. Two raised planters, light colored gravel, a smattering of stepping stones, trellises ... perhaps even a wall fountain? Many nights lately have been spent pinteresting, flickring and googling all shapes, sizes and t...
Posted by Honor on Monday, March 11, 2013,
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 Little man joined in on the wildflower situation here. He is eleven months! Holy Bajeezez time is a flyin. And on the subject of time... it is my ONE YEAR anniversary of craft blogging! Over 500,000 people have come by this little craft site and with every day/week/month that passes my passion and sources of inspirations seem to multply. I can't wait to see where this adventure takes me next. Thank you so very much for your support & kind words of support!
The little ones and I went to a fantastic place this week looking to have an adventure. It was a magical wonderland full of lollipops and gargoyles. Well, no lollipops but there were definitely gargoyles! We ventured to Balboa Park, hugely important point of historical interest here in San Diego. Here is what wikipedia has to say about it.. Balboa Park is a 1,200-acre urban cultural park in San Diego, California. In addition to open space areas, natural vegetation green belts, gardens and wal... Continue reading ...
 Weekends like what just happened, remind me why our family is so blessed to live in southern California... and why we will never ever never ever never never NEVER move away. Unless we have to. Begrudgingly, I would welcome new adventures and new locations but not with out a great big harumph!!!! first. Our weather was splendid, the wildflowers are blooming (spring comes extra extra early here) and the big man had the weekend off. Triple threat. We BBQ'd with close friends. We planted our zinni...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, February 26, 2013,
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 I make things for a living and a big part of my 'making' life is.... well.... making memories. This past week the mister was struck by an idea (a genius idea at that!), that our little miss Lou with the attitude has never played in snow. I know what you are thinking... 'poor you in beautiful southern California and your year round tubular weather'. ( and Dude, let me tell ya, it is tubular) 'Boo-freakin-hoo' Well, yeah! Boo-hoo for us! Snow is awesome. Awesome awesome awesome. And we are just s...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, February 20, 2013,
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 Goof off time for me is pretty rare these days. Sometimes I lose myself in memories of way way back when I had no babies, no hubby, no major responsibilities. When I could lounge around a read 5 magazines front to back without interruption. When I could sketch, paint and write for hours on end. Just get lost in my thoughts. Ahhh those days! They were fun. But I couldn't help feeling lost then. Like I was waiting for something. Well, I'm not waiting anymore! I'm struggling to keep up! Funny ho...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, February 19, 2013,
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    Oh California I'm coming home
Oh make me feel good rock 'n' roll band
I'm your biggest fan
California I'm coming home Lyrics courtesy of Joni Mitchell from the song California. I love living here in the wild wild west. In the land of the untamed and free. It fills your lungs up so full of fresh air that at any moment they might just burst. Nothing clears the head and the heart more than a hike into the great wilderness. These photos were taken on a crisp morning when the sky was so blue and the...
Posted by Honor on Friday, February 15, 2013,
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 I have just begun a giant family photo editing spree and had to share this sweet pic of my girl with her grandpa. This was taken while the in laws were out here for a little vacation just a few weeks ago. Lou gets to facetime with her grandpa & grandma almost everyday, but nothing compares to a good ol fashioned cuddle. What a lucky little girl to have a grandpa so devoted as he.
Hop you have something fun for the weekend. My home tour will be up soon and I will pass on the details. Thanks ...
Posted by Honor on Monday, February 4, 2013,
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Here are a few snapshots of the going-ons in our life right now. Hectic yet slow at the same time. Like running in place. Know what I mean?  Our little country road got repaved. Very interesting and educational to watch. Before this I had no idea how our roads were put together. It smelled awful, was super noisy, but mostly I was glad to see where all our HOA money was going.(Super OUCH! on the pocket book for the next few months)  Now that is fresh! It was smokin!  Told ya we made an event of it. ...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, January 29, 2013,
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Dairy of parenting a strong willed child: Part one.
Buying a mattress.
To say that my first born, Lou, is a strong willed child is like calling the grand canyon just a valley. True in essence, but greatly inadequate in description.
This little one has tested me more than anyone or anything else. A constant button pusher. A true inquisitor. Master of patience draining.
Good thing they are so darn cute at this age, right? Or who knows what could happen when a tired mama is pushed past h... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, January 24, 2013,
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Posted by Honor on Thursday, January 10, 2013,
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Sometimes you just gotta. Disappear for a minute or two. Immerse yourself into the natural world. Become one with nature. Yes, a silly cliche, but at the same time so freeing and centering. We had a scary experience the other night. While on the way back from my monthly book club with my lady friends I ran out of gas on the freeway. With both kids in tow. Out of gas. Car shuttering to a stop. I just barely made it over to the center divider out of traffic. The gas gauge went out in my car a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, January 1, 2013,
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Posted by Honor on Wednesday, December 26, 2012,
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Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year This coming year is shaping up to be an epic one for this little family and DIY/Craft blog. Lots of fun collaborations are lined up! Thank you so much for stopping by! We really appreciate all your support and love of crafts. Here are a few snapshots from our quiet Christmas.    My brother, the dog whisperer     Our annual sparkle Christmas sweater family photo (will post the previous ones soon). All the sweaters (and party dress and onesie) ...
Posted by Honor on Sunday, December 23, 2012,
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 what the hell mama?!? Thanks for stopping by!
Posted by Honor on Thursday, December 20, 2012,
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Yep, some days you just want to shovel in some animal crackers hand over fist. Welcome to my pity party. I don't want to complain but I am a bit grumpy over the other night and I am trying to move on. Long story short, we went to a holiday party hosted by old Navy friends of the huz. So while he was out by the fire pit reminiscing I was left to my own devices to corral a wicked fast crawler and a super stubborn two year old. Usually I can laugh it off when Lou pulls some attitude with an audie... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Saturday, December 15, 2012,
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My heart and soul goes out to those parents that lost their babies today. I can't imagine the excruciating pain and sadness they are living in. What happened to school being the safest place for your family? I can see that people have already dove deep into the debate of gun control, but that is not what we should be focusing on. We should be gathering around to see how we can help these poor poor families. Why do we resort to bickering when we should be gathering the troops (figura... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, December 11, 2012,
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Like way way way into the middle of nowhere. Where resourcefulness and craftiness the way of life. Days (albeit nice days) are spent hunting, fishing, gardening, canning, sewing ect ect ect. Yes, life would be hard. But the hand to mouth type of lifestyle can be the most gratifying. Nothing can beat a true connection and respect for our magnificent earth. In my humble opinion. What I stress and worry about now would seem so frivolous, so vapid, so completely useless. A place where what really... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Monday, December 10, 2012,
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We had our first 'official' family photos taken yesterday. Yes, it was our first time. Usually I am behind the camera capturing all of our family's candid moments. I am no professional, but I have been pretty happy with the results. But finally I decided to hand the reins over to my dear friend Amanda from Two Roses Photography. She is just starting out and her talent & passion is just overflowing. I was very pleased with the results and can tell you that I am now HOOKED on family photos. I h...
Posted by Honor on Monday, November 26, 2012,
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   In the middle of our Christmas crafting, Lou took it upon herself to have a little lipstick break. Not a snack break, not a toy break... no, not even a candy break. This little curmudgeon stealthy crept up to my bathroom and carefully applied my deepest and brightest MAC lipstick. Then popped back down stairs to say "Mama, I'm ready. Let's go to town." She is a beauty don't you think? Lots on the Christmas crafting agenda. I have a DIY burlap advent calendar and stockings coming up next. Thanks ...
Posted by Honor on Friday, November 23, 2012,
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Some days I just want to package up and put in my pocket for a rainy (or super stressful!) day. This camping trip is rounding out the top five most special days in my life. Two babies, marriage, buying a house and collage graduation are the others. Our mini camping trip was the first go with our retro camping trailer. Just perfect. Tight quarters indeed, but sometimes you want to be in arms reach your family at all times. Here are just a few snaps from our trip. Thought I would share. Hope yo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, November 14, 2012,
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Oh Charlotte, Charlotte, Charlotte! (from Sex and the City).... I love your honest to goodness totally naive heart. Yes, sometimes the whole 'In love with love' thing can get a little obnoxious, but there certainly is something to be learned from her comment on her level of happiness with her marriage and life. Even in my most hectic days I strive to find the happiness, sometimes they might be fleeting but they are there. When you actually take a step back to breathe it all in, you will find ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, November 7, 2012,
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Yes... it is that time again. For a new face lift! I am doing a little winter sprucing up around here, so please have patience if there is a glitch here or there. This is just a mom & pop (minus the pop) operation behind this blog so I thank you in advance. I also thank you in advance for your tremendous praise of my beautious-maximus site design ;) ;) ;) Triple wink... Thanks for stopping by!
Posted by Honor on Monday, November 5, 2012,
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Welcome to our new haven. This chartreuse and cream floral wonder is our 'new' sofa. Eight feet long of vintage cushy pillow wonderful. I have recently vowed to myself that old is the new 'new'. No more new furniture when there are plenty of hardy handcrafted in the US of A battleships out there. I haven't named this beauty yet but I a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, November 1, 2012,
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He wears our babies, and looks damn good doing it. Nuff said   Our little owl and her uncle. Uncles are the greatest, aren't they? I have so many fond memories of my favorite uncle. Yes, I said it... favorite. I was like a kid the night before Christmas when I knew he was coming for a visit (It also helps that he was more like a big brother than an Uncle being 19 years my fathers junior). I have a feeling my brother will be Lou's fav. He is her go-to person when we are playing make believe.
'...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, October 31, 2012,
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Happy Halloween!!! Just finished up this little nugget's costume and about to finish Lou's. A few snaps before we head out to go trick and treating. Yes.... trick and treat. Because with these three you never know, and my husband is the worst! Scaring babies and kittens is one of his favorite past time (Not really... well maybe a little)  Wax lips anyone? Thanks for stopping by!
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, October 30, 2012,
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Look at him... he is so proud! He is doing his homework. Practicing his crawling, stretching and pull ups. Baby homework. I on the other hand am being a good California voter and doing my research on all the current ballot measures. Are you being a good voter? A good American? When you really think about it... what a great privilege we have to be able to vote. I hold it near and dear to my heart. Ok, enough of that stuff and back to gazing in amazement at this handsome little guy and his gymn...
Posted by Honor on Monday, October 29, 2012,
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Everyone always says 'A boy and his dog...'. Well? What about us girls? I have tons of fond memories of our family dog. Our family pooch was a Newfoundland aka BIG BLACK BEAR. Her name was Alakazam or Ali. She let me put daisies in her hair and fall asleep cuddled up in her paws. I miss her. My goodness how fresh those memories stay! Welcome Willy! We rescued this retired ranch mutt a few weeks ago and he has turned out to be a HUGE blessing for o...
Posted by Honor on Friday, October 26, 2012,
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Don't you just love this hod podge of colors and cuteness?! We sure do...
Lou's room is by far my favorite of the house right now. It is just so full of fun, laughter and personality. But most importantly this room is full of spunk and character.Spunk is such an underrated quality when it comes to kid's bedrooms these days. I feel like most kid's rooms are either plain jane or way too commercial. Don't get me wrong, we love ourselves a Disney princess here and there but Disney on top o...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, October 25, 2012,
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 You are NOT supposed to be crawling, sitting up and trying to stand at 6 months! I want my mushy gushy cuddle wulldedkins back! (don't worry you always will be... even when you are 180lbs and over 6 feet) Big sis was in the tub and he wanted in! NOW! This is a big reminder that I MUST enjoy and cherish each and everyday because it goes SO much faster with the second one... sigh Thanks for stopping by!
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, October 23, 2012,
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Posted by Honor on Monday, October 22, 2012,
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Rain rain come again any day you please :) We love rain here in this household. My plants were very thirsty and we were in dire need of a dress up day. That was our weekend in a nutshell. Story time, dress up and lots of smiles. Hope you had a pleasant week end. I am working on a super cute project for the kiddos. Pics and a DIY coming next! Thanks for stopping by.
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, October 17, 2012,
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      What a feeding frenzy! Between her and the ducks our bits of bread didn't last more than 5 minutes. I must say that they were the most aggressive ducks/geese/water fowl I have ever ventured to feed. We are talking swarms here! Even pecked our toes! So I am thinking that maybe Lou with the attitude ate the bread out of self defense. So besides our sore pecked toes and dodging the mass amounts of duck poop, it was a pretty nice little morning for us. Thanks for stopping by! I even caught the culp...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, October 16, 2012,
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   Why so serious?! These two. I just can't get enough. Such a special bond between a father and his son. I really couldn't ask for a better father to my children. I was raised in a very lovey-dovey-mushy-gushy-never-ending-hugs-and-smooches type of home and strive to create that type of environment for these two little nuggets. And the hubs obliges. He heaps on the cuddles and smooches just as much as I do. I really think that is important. To have a loving father figure.... none of that 'we do...
Posted by Honor on Friday, October 12, 2012,
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Lou with the attitude is off to get her first puppy dog with her papa this morning. Exciting yes, but am I ready for this? Two kiddos under three and a puppy dog? I guess so. I know so. A dog will complete our little family (well for just a little bit anyway... you never know when that baby feeling will kick in again!) Hope you all are having a great week and have some fun plans for the weekend. Our Halloween extravaganza is tomorrow so I am a party preppin mo fo! Here are some cute sn... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, October 10, 2012,
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My little main man is 6 months old today. Boy oh boy does it go fast! I really couldn't ask for a more happy, more peaceful, more loving little squishy-mushy-tub-of-love. Yes I am biased. Yes, this is nothing new. Every mama has thought this, said this, lived this.... but oh well. This is my little space of the inter-webs to declare my unending love for my little baby boy. He will always be my little baby boy. Yeah, you know what I'm talking about. Nuff said. Thanks for stopping by!
Posted by Honor on Monday, October 8, 2012,
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 Put little man down for a nap and ran to the restroom. I thought Lou with the Attitude was munching on some cheerios in her room but I thought wrong. I left the RR and was drawn in to our bedroom by the joyful sound of giggling. Lou thought better of nap time and decided it was playtime. So she helped herself into his playpen and proceeded to tickle little man. Both were giggling and laughing up a storm. Boy do I hope their friendship stays strong and that they will grow up loving each oth...
Posted by Honor on Friday, October 5, 2012,
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Posted by Honor on Wednesday, October 3, 2012,
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So we are adjusting to the hub's new schedule quite nicely. Took us a bit to figure it out. But now we got it down pat. Yes the stretches of when he is working nights really suck. Suck suck suck. And the days are long. Long long long. But when he gets those 7 days off in a row... we PARTY! By party, I mean we go to Seaworld. Rock on Shamu.    Of course he HAD to wear his Hawaiian shirt to Seaworld and look like a total tourist. But hey, he got about 8 compliments??? on it... 'Hey man... like y...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, September 27, 2012,
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Posted by Honor Hansen on Thursday, September 20, 2012,
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Waaaaaaaaahhhhh... he is growing up way so fast. These first five have gone by like zip-zoom-sayonara-adios-see-you-later. A total blur. Sonic speed. As I post these I am brushing away a big single tear. Only one tear because while it does make my heart ache that he is growing up. I am also excited to see what kind of little boy, then big boy then MAN he will become. I just hope he always always always always stays a mama's boy... In a good way though. Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, September 20, 2012,
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So here are a few snapshots around the house pre-Halloween. Starting to break out my fall decorations. First pic is of some super cute (and easy to DIY) plush pumpkins. You can find some tuts here, here or here.  Handsome bugger isn't he? I picked him up here.  Is it to early to break out the wheat & pumpkins? When really, is it ok to start decorating for fall? Here in southern California it is hard to tell when fall actually starts.   I'll make sure to do a side by side when this mantel is all done...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, September 18, 2012,
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So exciting to be able to capture her 'firsts'. This was her first butterfly! I was futzing around inside when the hubs ran in and said grab the camera. There they were, engaged in a dance of sort. The butterfly letting Lou with the attitude dangerously close before it flitter and fluttered away. Like a feather on the breeze. But this was a friendly (or hurt) butterfly and fluttered away only so far. Perfect for chasing. Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Sunday, September 16, 2012,
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In order to escape the blazing-hot-surface-of-the-sun-indian-summer we are experiencing here in southern California, we did what any sane family would do and headed to the beach. It was a great family day. Thought I would share a couple of snapshots. Hope you are having a great weekend. Lots of DIYs scheduled for this week! Thanks for stopping by!
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Posted by Honor on Wednesday, September 12, 2012,
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Invitations are being sent. Decorations are being put together. Recipes are being researched. I am in complete and total party prep mode. Yes I have a month till the party but I think that half the fun is the prep. Am I alone in this thought and feeling? Probably not. But it seems that I like imposing a little stress on myself. Life has been running a little to smoothly... to peaceful... to serene. Nothing like a party to put you in total manic-panic mode. Why do we do this? Impose deadlines... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor Hansen on Monday, September 10, 2012,
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Sooo. I know I promised a DIY stitched envelope tutorial. It is coming. I just had to pick up some thread in a different color. Don't worry it will be worth it.. you will be able to bath in all it's cuteness glory. But mostly I wanted to check in and let you know that this weekend was dedicated to prepping for my Halloween extravaganza. A little early? Yeah I guess so... but I plan on starting a family tradition of a totally awesome blow-your-socks-off Halloween Costume party and I w... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Monday, August 27, 2012,
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This weekend my parents, the babies and I flew up to Portland Oregon to visit my grandmother. She is my one and only grandmother, as my maternal one passed before I could meet her. (That statement makes me sad because from all the stories I hear about Betty Lou, she and I would have been thick as thieves. With our similar tempers, predilections to having flocked wallpaper on the ceiling and a devotion to anything sweet ). But GM Mary Jane couldn't be sweeter. Exactly what you hope a grandm... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, August 22, 2012,
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Follow my blog with Bloglovin Here is Lou with the attitude's newest gift from her father. Yes it is a tractor... of course it is a John Deere.
It is much to much to big for her, I don't think her feet even reach the pedals. But that doesn't mean good habits can't begin. So while her father gave his big rig a wash she took it upon herself to give her green goodie a good ol scrub down. All by her little self. I asked if she wanted help... but that just got a big 'No!' and my jeans being... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Monday, August 20, 2012,
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We all have adventures... some bigger than others. It is so easy to forget how it was when we were little, where EVERYTHING was an adventure. Going to the store, birthday parties, school, tree swings, parades and of course bath time.... all little adventures that shape our personalities as well as our past.
As a mom I try to remember not to sweat the little things. Clothes will get dirty, milk will get spilled, vases will get broken and we will be late. But more importantly I try and focus ...
Posted by Honor on Monday, August 13, 2012,
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This post has been sponsored by Craigslist (not really), but it is definitely a testament to the awesomeness of CL.
While mama bear was at a neighbors baby shower this weekend the hubs was on Lou with the attitude entertainment duty. I thought there would be some playtime in the kiddy pool or perhaps some sandbox castle building...
umm no. Not with my husband. He don't work that way.
I should have known. His eyes are permanently glued to CL always on the look out for a screaming deal for cars/t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Sunday, August 12, 2012,
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don't freak but a face lift of the blog is currently underway and the heavy machinery has just arrived.... thank you for your patience :) thanks for stopping by
Posted by Honor on Monday, August 6, 2012,
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Getting gifts are the best right? There really is nothing like tearing open some pretty packaging to reveal the goodies inside. Lou with the attitude received a package in the mail from her grandma... and you can feel the joy she is experiencing playing with these new toys. I really hope she keeps that innocence for as long as possible.
 She received her own set of cooking utensils and lots of play food to go with it. Not plastic (ugh) play-food but handmade felt play-food (sigh :) ). Alon...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, August 2, 2012,
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Her first ride is American made... vintage... and absolutely fabulous! What was your first ride? Mine was a Mustang. Lucky Girl right?! I think so. Continue reading ...
eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Can you sense my excitement?! After many late late nights of painting and sewing I am so proud to reveal our retro 70's camping trailer! (Need to confirm the make/year/model with the hubs) but that is not really important. What is important is that our little trailer is sooo purdy ;) Its like my third child now. First I thoroughly scrubbed her top to bottom till she was spark spanking sparkling clean. Then I carefully coated her entire interior with many coats of paint.... Continue reading ...
Mama bear tried a little experiment today... and it failed. Mommy dearest tried her hand at some homemade chalk paint from a couple of recipes found online. Lou saw me mixing it up and was convinced I was baking a cake so all she wanted to do was taste it. Yucky. Bleck. But Lou with the attitude had a great time so I guess it is not really a fail. Right? I'll just tell myself that and call it a day. Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, July 19, 2012,
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Welcome Home... the hubs finished the floors, I got my kitchen back and now it's play time :)  our entry  view from the front door and an industrial cart I picked up from The Vintage Marketplace in Rainbow CA  My 'distressed' kitchen table. It was a beautiful natural wood tone, but that was long gone once it flopped out of the hubs' pickup truck when a motorcycle cut him off. Note to self... always strap craigslist items down unless you want the whole 'road rash' look. Anyway, I decided to make my ...
This weekend we attended a distant relation family reunion on the hubs
side. Something like his mothers brothers uncles aunts grandmothers
brothers ect ect ect 90th birthday. We were welcomed with open arms.
While the hubs is somewhat over large family get-togethers, I on the other hand love em. Can't get enough of family (even if it really isn't mine?).
 Making sure everyone is included. Speaking to her gammy on the phone
This family is a little different than mine. They have sing-a-longs. ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Tuesday, July 10, 2012,
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they are the best aren't they?!
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This weekend was fab-u-lous. It really reminded me to enjoy the little things, to take a breather and look at the things around you. Our worlds have grown so big so quickly that small summertime experiences so often get over looked. It also made it blatantly obvious that my level of patience has... exponentially increased :). Which is a good thing. Which is also a must with two small children. I honestly admit that before the kiddos came I was ummm... a little high strung, just a touch.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Thursday, July 5, 2012,
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We had an early start to the fourth. The hubs had his eye on a truck that was for sale... about two hours away. So we packed up the kids bright and early and went for a little road trip. Wish I had brought the camera to capture some pics, but with my eyes all sleepy-sleepy I'm surprised I made it into the car. Anyway, that truck was a no go but we got to have a nice convo sesh with the kiddos sound asleep in the back.
Here are some snapshots of us around the house before we headed to see som...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, July 4, 2012,
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Hope you all have a blessed and happy day! Full of friends, family and fun.
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A sneak peek into our life. Life is good :)  Her Toms must be on bright and early. She loves them I think as much as she loves me ;)  The flooring is coming together nicely. Can't wait for it to be complete. Life with the kiddos and half of the kitchen out of commish is not ideal.  Oatmeal, juice and lots of smoochies. This is how we start out day.  Playing footsie with my little main man. Besides eating this is his favorite activity (mine too). Tough life  Working the vintage tin ceiling. Yes there wi...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, June 27, 2012,
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ok so I should have posted this a while ago... as you can see by the fall decorations in some of the pics that this part of the kitchen remodel has been completed for a bit. Actually for more than 6 months it has been like living in a split personality. Literally one wall is done but when you turn around the rest hasn't been touched. Yes living in a partially completed dream kitchen is not only a pain in my rear end but it is mostly a pain in the hubs heiny because I keep changing my dang min... Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, June 13, 2012,
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Please excuse my absence... We just went on a week of vacation to celebrate a graduation and our little Lou's B day. Now the little rascal is all sicky poo. So I will attend to my babies and get back to crafting soon. Oh life ;) Thank you for your patience! I assure you some great DIYs are coming your way Continue reading ...
Posted by Honor on Wednesday, April 25, 2012,
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 Oh baby announcements! Here is my first rendition. I am just having so much fun fiddling with the text and graphics. There are so many great announcements out there that I could choose from, but I really want his personality to show through... yes my two week old has a personality! Such a mellow guy... a lot like his papa. Boy am I blessed! I was so worried that my second baby would be a hellion ( as many other mamas warned me). But no... he is just a peach. Now if he could lend some of his m...
Posted by Honor Hansen on Tuesday, April 17, 2012,
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Our baby boy Lucas Robert was born on April 10th... A super healty 7.5lbs & 20.75" long! I am enjoying this little nugget and getting as much cuddles as I can handle. Lucinda Lou is adjusting well to becoimg a big sister. Her new fav activity is to 'help' change and feed him. Sooooo while I am a bit distracted/busy/sleep deprived these days, my DIY's are not over and done with. Right now I am working on an anthro inspired tote and will have that DIY posted soon. Thank you for your patience! Ho... Continue reading ...
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