Our New Pergola – Shade at Last
In a previous post, I mentioned we were debating between getting a pergola or canopy for our outdoor deck. Ultimately, we opted for the pergola and I think it suits our shading needs and matches our outdoor decor quite well. Note: Affiliate links are provided below...
Flowering Vincas and Garden Container Idea
I typically start my flower shopping a few days before Mother’s Day.
A plate isn’t just a plate – Mother’s Day Gift
Never thought I'd cry over a ceramic plate but I did. 3 words: Mother's Day gift. This "tearing up" over a personalized plate was years in the making. In these 6 years of celebrating Mother's Day as a mom, my amazing husband has spearheaded Operation Make Mom Feel...
5 Things I Learned About Myself Through Motherhood
This year marks my 6th year celebrating Mother's Day as a mother. Reflecting back to my 1st Mother's Day, Ellie was just a little over 2 months old at the time. Although sleep deprived, I was brimming with excitement over this new and crazy amazing world I just...
Beauteeful Finds – Patio Swings, Firepits, & Sunshade Structures
Post by Beauteeful Living. Outdoor furniture. You want them. You buy them. You often regret them. They are the trickiest things to buy because unlike most indoor furniture, outdoor furniture will most certainly get destroyed. Nodding yet? It's hard to resist...
5 Things We Realize From Repainting Deck
Until recently, it has been 6 years since the wood deck off our dining room has been painted.
Easter Weekend Recap – Family Fun with Cousins
Post by Beauteeful Living. For Easter, Chris and I packed up the family for a weekend trip to Long Island, where we stayed with Chris's brother (Jason) and his family. Ellie and Lauren are very close to their little cousin, Cecilia, who is two and half (a year younger...
Spring Projects Preview – The Outdoors
Spring is wonderful but this is the time of year that packs on more tasks to our already full list of household chores. For the past 2 weekends, we've stopped by Home Depot at least 4 times to pick up items for our spring projects. Here's a preview of some of the...
Easter Basket Ideas – Think Outside of Basket
With Easter arriving next weekend, I thought I'd share what I put together for the kids' Easter baskets this year. Between all the things the girls received in recent months, I decided to limit this year's basket to only 6 items and 1 combined gift to share. Less...
Family Time – Flying A Kite
Post by Beauteeful Living. It's always special when you and your children experience activities for the first time together. Flying a kite this past Saturday happens to fall under this category for my 2 girls and me. Growing up in Lower Manhattan, kite flying wasn't...
Kicking Off Spring with Tulips and How to Care for Them
Post by Beauteeful Living. Flowers are one of those things that I love but don't buy as often as I'd like. When I do, I always think, "I really need to do this at least once a month." It's the same thought that runs through my mind after getting an aromatherapy...
Beauteeful Finds (Kids) – A Child’s Favorite Seat
Whether you’re a parent or not, there comes a time when you will be in search of the perfect gift for a special child in your life.
A Very Frozen Themed Birthday Party
For my daughter, Ellie’s birthday this year, we decided to throw her a “Frozen” themed birthday
1st Official Blog Post – About This Blog
Where do you begin on your very 1st official blog post? I'd say a good idea is to describe the blog and its purpose. I love lists so here goes: 1) Writing is one of my biggest passions. If I can do that by having fun, sharing stories/projects/experiences, and...