Recently Barbie has become a very big deal at our house. Maybe this is because many of my old Barbie’s are making their way from Nana’s house or maybe it’s because the charm and ageless allure of Barbie is one that appeals to nearly every little girl. But, whatever the reason, I’m thrilled that Barbie … Read more
I have a love/hate relationship with jeans. On one hand they are awesome – they go with everything, you can dress them up or down, and they are so comfortable. But, on the other hand, finding that perfect jean fit sometimes seems impossible. When Eddie Bauer invited me to check out their new Perfect Fit … Read more
As someone that travels frequently, I’m always searching for tips while packing to maximize each piece of clothing I bring. A long time ago someone very wise give me the tip to stick to a specific color scheme so everything can mix and match once you get there. Unfortunately for me, my travel pieces are … Read more
by Stacey, editor and reviewer Acne free skin was one I thought would be a sure win with age. After having kids, I experienced quite the opposite, and breakouts became too much the daily norm. I’ve tried all the washes, scrubs, masks, lotions and creams but nothing seems to produce the results I hoped for. … Read more
If you’re in the Seattle area, chances are you probably have heard chatter about a new Nordstrom Rack opening at Westlake in downtown Seattle. No, not the old Rack, the one that has sat a few blocks west of the main shopping downtown for over two decades, remodeled – this is an entirely new store. … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 22 Everyone close to me knows I’m a huge sucker for handmade, especially when we’re talking about jewelry. I love the imperfections and character of items created by hand and I love that each purchase has a unique story behind it. This, of course, means that I was enthralled … Read more
Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 14 We have a tradition in our family of getting the kids new pajamas for the holidays. Since this is the season of curling up by the fire with cocoa and tea, much of our evenings are spent in comfy PJs that are perfect for snuggling. Besides being snuggly, … Read more
Holiday Gift Guide – Day 2 In my busy days taking care of kids there’s really no excuse to not wear comfortable shoes. I already know I’m going to be chasing toddlers, carting bags and strollers, and walking a good deal, so there’s really not much room in the schedule for uncomfortable footwear. This is … Read more
Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 33 Outdoorsy is not the first word that comes to mind when people think of me. Yes, I do love being outside and enjoying nature, but I certainly don’t dress the part. prAna is a company that was designed with me in mind, because although the clothing and … Read more
Get Out and PLAY Event – Day 32 When my wife first told me she had a new pair of sunglasses for me to try out, I was pretty excited as I think most guys would be. But if I’d known then what I was getting I would have been a lot more so. You … Read more