The 2018 season opens this weekend at R7 Barn in Grandview. Our latest picks and trends have been beautifully styled as eye candy for the ultimate vintage barn experience. The R7 Reclaimed collection is at it’s finest PLUS we’ve invited pop-up friends to bring you an extra layer of goodness at our 2nd Annual “I HEART Junk” Sale. Hours: Friday… View Post
3 Practices to embrace changing holiday traditions
I have always dreamed of big long tables dressed in full glory for Thanksgiving and for a few years that worked. I so enjoy the magic of place settings and centerpieces. Over the years, however, we stumbled on a few traditions that don’t look anything like my “ideal” Thanksgiving dinner. It came about on accident really. We steal away to… View Post
Ramblings: Stuff. Schedules. Priorities.
I love a good purge. I get a strange sort of high to stare clutter in the face and make the decision for it to be gone. It feels empowering and liberating at the same time. I often moan if only the house was clean I would be happy and content. And, believe me…when the house is clean I definitely feel more… View Post
Ramblings: Staying sane in marriage and some other things we are learning along the way
For six years I’ve been married to this handsome cowboy. Six years in the scheme of a lifetime is not all that significant, but when you bring twenty years of marriage experience and five kids to the wedding ceremony six years is pretty significant. In reflecting on where we are now we realize the honeymoon phase is over and there’s… View Post
Stepmama Confessions: Crazy notions on enjoying stepmom life
At first glance at this little journey of my life, one (obviously) crazy thing is becoming a stepmom to four. Truly though, the craaazy thing is everyday waking up and choosing to enjoy it! Some days I am really fortunate and that makes for smiley days poolside or capturing fairy tale moments to share with our friends and family. Other… View Post