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48 Hours In Seville, Spain

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Seville might possibly be one of my favorite towns in Western Europe, and I have been to a handful. Laid back, sophisticated, sunny and romantic, it's pretty much everything you might possibly be looking for on vacation. In 2015, we ended up traveling to 5 different continents-- and after all that travel, I realized that my favorite activity is wandering. Aaron puts little landmarks on a map app, noting all the cafes, museums, churches and shops we might want to check out in the neighborhood. Then we just meander, taking our time, laughing, investigating, photographing. If you love ...Continue Reading

The 5 Secrets of Powerful Speech

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Words are everywhere. We are constantly bombarded with messages, promotions, updates, advertisements and campaigns, and the majority of it will add very little value to our lives. Despite my efforts to subscribe only to useful newsletters, I can easily receive over 50 automated emails a day. The value of the word-- written and spoken-- is decreasing. I call it verbal inflation. And as those voices clamor for our attention, we wrestle with our own need to be heard. Words gush out of us when we're tired, frustrated, passionate, contemplative or even confused. So how do we reconcile our ...Continue Reading

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Fun Sunday Five: Vol 6

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Are you a DIY-er? I'm learning about it, but crafting is a huge challenge for me. This week I collected some more projects that seem pretty manageable. If you have any suggestions, let me know! Have a lovely Sunday, friends! ...Continue Reading

My First Video and Blog Awards!

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Happy Saturday, friends! Recently I was tagged/nominated by some wonderful blogger friends to share a few facts about myself. Rather than doing 4 separate posts, I'm answering only 1 set of questions in my VERY FIRST VIDEO! This is a bit nerve wracking, but I love watching other bloggers' videos-- ...Continue Reading

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Handle With Gentleness.

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I am often not a gentle person. I'm brash, stubborn, opinionated and determined. I can be easily angered. And in my campaign to prove that I'm right, I often intimidate others into silence. This may be hard to believe, but those who know me well can testify to seeing this side of me. ...Continue Reading

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Boozy Pumpkin Pie

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I'm not much of a hard liquor drinker, but I have a weakness for boozy desserts! This pumpkin pie has whiskey in both the filling and the cream on top. So it's basically a recipe for warm, cuddly, happy autumn feelings! ...Continue Reading

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What My Blog Doesn’t Say About Me

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Friends, I've been confounded lately by the pressure for bloggers to be more and more naked in front of their readers. No, not genuine-- naked. It's almost as though if I show my thighs or how I look when I'm sick, I'm automatically going to be more popular. Or, if I link up my Instagram account to ...Continue Reading

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The Silk Top and the Blazer

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Anyone living in SoCal right now is seasonally confused. We're probably autumn's hugest fans, but thanks to the heatwave we can't dress to show our obsession. However, there are still ways to wear our favorite fall colors even when it feels like summer's still here. That's why I love pairing this ...Continue Reading

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Fun Sunday Five: Vol 5

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Happy Sunday, friends! I've been having a bit of a pasta kick lately, so I'm posting five achievable autumn pasta recipes to try. One of my (unnamed) goals for October is to make fresh spinach pasta with our Kitchenaid pasta attachment. If we are successful I will be posting a recipe. Have a ...Continue Reading

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Tea 101: A Guide to Steeping

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As Autumn enters full-swing, the idea of savoring some hot tea with a good book (or blog!) becomes more and more appealing. I love drinking tea whether I'm working, writing, or relaxing. It's an amazing beverage! ...Continue Reading

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This October.

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Friends, this is going to be a great month. Some of my sweet blog friends have shared their October goals and dreams, so I thought I would share mine! ...Continue Reading

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Tom Keller’s Potato Leek Soup

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Here's a beautiful recipe that will definitely impress your friends and family. Tom Keller, chef and renowned restauranteur who is known for his world-class restaurants such as Bouchon Bistro, Per Se, and The French Laundry, shares this recipe with us in his bistro cookbook, Bouchon. Potato leek ...Continue Reading

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The Printed Dress and the Orange Purse

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When it comes to comfort and ease, I love casual dresses! They only need a bit of accessorizing, and will take you through the day without a hiccup. This dress from Ann Taylor is also perfect for anyone looking for a nice cinch at the waist without demanding impeccable posture-- if you know what I ...Continue Reading

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Fun Sunday Five: Vol 4

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Fall is finally here! And I know this because it was a chilly 79 degrees here in Pasadena today. Anyway, though you've probably been bombarded with a thousand fall-related blog articles and Pinterest ideas, here are some more from me. Enjoy your Sunday. Dress your tech with these gorgeous ...Continue Reading

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I Am Not Anonymous.

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Last week, a friend shared with me the most courageous website I have ever seen. I Am Not Anonymous is a blog filled with stories written by men and women recovering from addiction. There's pain, despair, grit, and victory-- all out there with their names and faces for us to see. Friends, this is ...Continue Reading

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A DIY Hand Treatment to Try At Home

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I have a confession: my hands have been a wreck lately. Dry skin, hangnails, little cuts, all of it. And while I'd love to take myself to a nail salon for some pampering, sometimes these luxuries just aren't in the books! But that doesn't mean we can't give our hands some regular TLC. In fact, ...Continue Reading

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