February 4th 2010 on a website then called Wishing For Horses this appeared. It was my first blog post. Thinking back I didn’t really know what I wanted to do with my shiny new website but I was excited! I had a lot of ideas! Would I chronicle my life as a parent of sons …

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Japanese chef Ryoya Takashima has a great YouTube Channel called Peaceful Cuisine. I’ve been enjoying it lately and using it to wind down. Ryoya’s presence is very mellow and his imagery is simple and, well, peaceful. The (no music) versions of the videos have a subtle ASMR quality that’s very relaxing. You can also learn …

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For February I would like you to meet Erin Loechner of Design for Mankind. She’s a former Art Director and Stylist and HGTV host. She’s always on top of every trend and has a fresh perspective when you think you’ve heard it all. If ever I need a pick me up when I’m feeling uninspired …

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image by Mrs. Bovary This month I would like you to meet Abigail, the Belsize Bovary. Artist/Illustrator, Wife, Mother, and Sociopathic Hostess. On her blog she tells it like it is about pregnancy, fashion and the complexities of mother/womanhood. She’s giving away all our secrets. She needs to be stopped. But until she is, you …

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I first came to know about Amy via herFood Network show Heartland Table. I was utterly charmed by her easy going style of presentation as well as her cozy and serene Minnesota lifestyle. She’s triggered memories of how my Grandmother used to cook, and inspired me to keep things simple. She’s reminded me that you …

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Meet, A Beautiful Mess! Sisters Elsie Larson and Emma Chapman are the owners of the company who, along with their fantastic creative team, focus on bringing happiness through a handmade life style. Their tutorials, recipes, decorating ideas, and photography are a source of constant inspiration! They have apps too! I’m addicted to their Party! Party! …

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This month I’d like you to meet Rosie aka The Londoner. Along with her trusty and loyal companion Custard she travels and eats and shows us all there is on offer all over the world. I love Rosie’s sense of wonder and adventure, and you better believe I bookmark almost every restaurant and resort and …

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