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OLIVER’S D.C. LAUNCH

August 29, 2019

Oliver DC

Well, we did it….

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Filed Under: Vacations

L.A. DELIGHTS

November 26, 2018

Gjelina Restaurant sandwich

We just got back from nearly a week in L.A., and every day was full of eye candy and mouthwatering meals….

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BEST OF OUR SO-CAL VACATION EATS

June 22, 2018

ice cream sandwich from milk shop

We just came back from a week-plus visiting family in Los Angeles and Orange County.

And man did we eat well….

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A MUCH NEEDED BEACH GETAWAY

January 16, 2018

hot chocolate and caramels for beach weekend

I’m not going to pretend….

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SAYING GOODBYE

January 7, 2018

Bailey with stick beach

It’s with the heaviest of hearts that I have to share some incredibly sad family news with you….

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Filed Under: Favorite Portland Outings, My Favorite Things, Pure Portland, Vacations

ALL TREATS, NO TRICKS: SEATTLE, ‘HAWKS AND TIPS FOR YOUR BEST PUMPKIN BREAD EVER

October 31, 2017

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Tangerine Cream Cheese Frosting

It was Oliver’s big 16th birthday present, and truly, it couldn’t have worked out better.

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Filed Under: Cakes, Dessert, Favorite Portland Outings, Recipes, Vacations

GIRL’S WEEKEND: 7 SAN FRANCISCO MUST DO’S

October 25, 2017

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I know it’s been a while but it’s been crazy around here, and right now I’m so happy.

I just got home from the most wonderful girl’s weekend with my sister Polly and Charlotte (and a few friends and family who were able to clear their schedule last minute for this weekend)….

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ECLIPSE IN PORTLAND AND GLAMPING ON COAST

August 27, 2017

glamping trip oregon

It’s been a while, but like you I’m sure, this end of summer stuff has had us particularly busy….

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Filed Under: Favorite Portland Outings, Parties, Vacations

CHICAGO FAMILY REUNION – 5 HIGHLIGHTS

August 1, 2017

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I can’t believe it’s only been a week or so since I last checked in… I’ve so many things to show you….

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SUMMER DAYS AND FUN ON THE FOURTH

July 5, 2017

Fourth of July Decorations

I love the lazy days of summer….

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Filed Under: Cookies, Favorite Portland Outings, Incorporating Vintage at Home in Portland, Salads, Sandwiches, Shop Portland, Vacations

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