One of the first packets of papers we were handed after our first daughter was born contained the number for the local fire department, police department and poison control. Being a “relaxed” type mom, I set all those numbers aside…
Follow my blog with Bloglovin “Want to see some photos of my kids?” the bartender, Felix asked as he pulled out his cell phone. He set his phone on the bar and scrolled through his Instagram feed. Lindsey (one of…
Lately I’ve been thinking about the concept of “opportunity cost,” which is probably familiar to any of you readers who have taken a course in microeconomics. Simply put, “opportunity cost” is what benefits or profits you forgo to pursue a…
Have you ever flipped over your favorite bottle of amazingly fragranced face lotion to check out the ingredients and been disheartened and disillusioned to find you couldn’t read or identify them? Ever slathered up your baby with sweet smelling lotion…
“Food always has a story. The more you know, the better it tastes.” I’m sure that the well-traveled, well-taught, highly-skilled Ernest Miller could teach me a thing or two about my mac-n-cheese recipe. I’m also pretty sure that any dish…
When we linked up with Helki Zeigler-Bruzzone, I was deliciously impressed. You’ll love this interview– Helki is carrying on a family tradition of sausage making, and she’s a straight shooter with a positive point of view. Enjoy! -Aurora please introduce…
Brooke Ristow is an organic wonder– her body products are natural and inspiring. I absolutely loved engaging with her because I feel like I learned something new about a holistic approach to self care. Brooke is offering a generous 30%…
Our featured maker this week is crafty AND a curator! Stacy Wong has so much going on– I was surprised I was able to snag an interview! Aside from creating her own line of product, she runs an online boutique…
Jere Dean isn’t a one trick pony– He’s been honing his multi material designer skills for upwards of 20 years, and it’s all come together in his brand, Urban Octopus. Here, he discusses his vision and motivation for his art….
Carla Roque is a whimsical illustrator– her work instantly transported me to childhood, where I was constantly nestled under a table or in a closet, completely transfixed by the drawings that leapt out at me. Carla has THAT sort of…
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