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 ...
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 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...
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...
 Boy am I feeling the love this week. Not only was my DIY anthro mugs featured on Knock Off Decor, but now my great room/kitchen tour is on Life Made Lovely! If you get a chance please take a moment to check it out. I had a lot of fun writing this post and I hope you enjoy (and perhaps gather a little inspiration?) Thanks for stopping by!
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 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 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 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 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.
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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 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 Thursday, October 25, 2012,
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As much as guns frighten me, I really do appreciate having a husband that knows how to handle them (He knows what the H-E-Double-Hockey-Sticks he is doing!). I feel safer knowing that we are protected, not only by his cool as a cucumber head but his steady hand as well. I love that he has a hobby that he enjoys so very much. It is clear as day, the joy just beams from his smile when he nails 25, then 50, and then 75 clays in a row! But more importantly our e... Continue reading ...
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 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 ...
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