One of the most important things about living in Alaska is having great winter gear. Unlike many areas where winter gear is truly only needed on select weekends, we wear our winter gear every day for at least 6 months. Everything has to be functional, durable, warm, and (naturally) cute, too. It's a ...
DIY apple print lunchbag
My home is not dripping with do-it-yourself projects. I fall somewhere in the middle of not being afraid of crafts yet not a bonafide DIY goddess. So when the opportunity presented itself to create a craft as part of Martha Stewart's Circle of Bloggers, I was a little hesitant. Okay...I was ...
the best coffee in alaska: steamdot
I've always possessed crazy high expectations when it comes to coffee. Living in Portland, the coffee capital of everything, will do that to a person. Coffee is an integral part of my life and I can't imagine my day without it! I'm up for a cup at any given time, but will not drink just anything. I ...
behind the shop with noble carriage (and a discount for you!)
My favorite aspects of writing pearls on a string are connecting with other mamas out there and also connecting with awesome small businesses. I'm really grateful for the opportunities I've had to get to know shop owners and learn behind-the-scenes details to some of my favorite stores. Today I am ...
at home with dyson
Once upon a time before I had a child, my own home, or any desire to perform an ounce of extra work around the house, people made fun of me for my messiness. It became a widely known fact among my family and friends that I despised cleaning and tolerated rather gross living situations. I didn't want ...
