Lovely Luminaries

Around the country people are decorating for the holidays. One of my favorite traditions is that of entire neighborhoods celebrating together and collaborating on decorating their driveways and streets with luminaries.

A Ground breaking Event

Whether you are having a baby or getting married, buying a new house or celebrating a momentous event, planting a tree is a wonderful way to mark a special occasion. As time passes, the tree will be a beautiful reminder of the special day that will last for years to come.

Anniversaries: A Modern Twist

Wedding anniversaries are joyous days celebrating the wonderful years we have spent with our spouses. They remind us of the love we have for each other, of what brought us together, and all that we have lived through since the day we said, “I do.”

Block Party Bash!

If you’re like me, then I’m sure you love lounging outside with good friends and a glass of wine on a warm, summer night. For myself, this generally means curling up on my front porch with my husband and a few friends from the neighborhood. I have been blessed to have incredibly close [...]

Ice Cream Social

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Nothing satisfies my taste buds more than this sugary treat on a hot, summer afternoon, and with the intense summer heat wave, I’m sure most of you agree that a banana split will make your backyard a little more bearable. Instead of sipping [...]

Doodle Outdoors

I love the natural creative streak that feels instinctual to every child. Provide a child with paint or a simple box of crayons, and he or she will invent endless ways to bring their ideas to fruition. Unfortunately, a child’s ability to express oneself may have previously taken a toll on your living [...]

Fun In The Sun

Break out the beachware! With Fourth of July on Saturday, I’m sure you are eagerly looking forward to a long weekend filled with good friends, great cocktails, and fabulous fireworks. If you are a fellow Seattleite, I’m sure you have heard about the extra hot and sunny forecast, but no matter where you [...]

Outdoor Activities for Kids!

The weather is beautiful, school is out, and your back yard is a summertime retreat, so why is your child sitting in front of the television? Despite your suggestion to venture outside, your little one may still find Hannah Montana more enticing. Get your child off the couch and having a blast outside [...]

Shining Fourth of July Party

Whether or not you are a fan of the fireworks, the Fourth of July is the perfect excuse to partake in a lively celebration. Every year, friends and family get together to engage in the patriotic festivities, so if you decide to throw your own bash, you will need original elements and signature touches [...]

Unique Wedding Gifts

Not only do the summer months bring beach days, late nights, and cool cocktails, but the sunny afternoons make weddings incredible popular this time of year. For those of you who have to witness many “I do” filled weekends, I brainstormed some unique gift ideas to make the task of attending various weddings less [...]