Yesterday I was finally able to finish laying the flooring to the entrance of my house, which has looked like a construction zone for nearly a year. It’s amazing how much peace I feel with everything back in place. And update on the white walls: they are growing on me. Take-away’s from last nights neighborhood cocktail hour: 1) I have the best neighbors 2) I cannot drink white wine for four hours without paying for it the next day. Ouch. I don’t ever ground my children. I just . . .
Friday Finds: Indigo
1. Modern Print of Blue Geode 2. Rivet Global Textured Throw Blanket With Large Tassels 3. Felt Vase 4. RoRo Wood Handmade Two Tone Blue Japanese Style Tea Cup 5. Pillow Perfect Tribal Sampler Throw Pillow 6. Madison Park Kelsey Round Pouf Ottoman 7. Ashley Furniture Signature Design Chevron Pouf 8. Shibori Indigo Blue or Black & White Vintage African Mudcloth Pillow Covers 9. Imax Willow Faux Marble Planters-Set of 3 . . .
The Paradox of Haiti
On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from May 2008. We have finally arrived in Haiti. It's really hard to describe Haiti. It is exactly like you see on tv, and nothing like you see on tv. It continues to be a country plagued by violence, political unrest, unemployment, hunger, and abject poverty. This has lead to a culture of dishonestly as a coping strategy, on large and small scales. There is a desperation that gives way to crime. There are kidnappings for ransom. People are . . .
Wednesday’s Child: Victoria
Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .
OUR FAVORITE BOOKS EPISODE: SELFIE, EPISODE 39
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We’ve got an entire episode dedicated to talking about books! From self-help to escape reads, we share our favorites. Kristen also shares about her Moment app moment of truth, and Sarah shares about her foray into allergy testing and dealing with migraines. In this episode we talk about: Organic Cotton Adjustable Spa Towel Oona PMS Tablets Sipp Organic Sparkling Soda Shea Moisture Organic Coconut & . . .
Life Lately
This kid’s first day of summer break is going pretty well… Trying to clean out my closet but someone keeps walking off with my rejects. A fake yawn from India but a real one from Kembe. Note to self: do the matinee next time. @bwaycolorpurple So proud of this kid! He entered junior high coming from a “no homework” school - which is a dream and I totally support this philosophy - but I had a lot of trepidation about how the transition would be to multiple classes and the . . .
Friday Finds: Summer Neutrals
1. Safavieh PAT7013A Vernon Rocking Chair 2. KOUBOO 1050029 Wicker Pear Pendant Lamp 3. Whole House Worlds The Grand Tour Golden Hammered Table 4. Modernica Ceramic Small Bullet Planter | White / 5. Woven Nook Decorative Throw Pillow Covers Only Set of 4 6. Baxton Studio Letterio White Cradle Chair 7. Safavieh Hudson Shag Collection 8. Rose Home Fashion Blackout Thermal Insulated Curtain 9. Tall White Ceramic Vase for Flowers | . . .
How It All Went Down
On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from May 2008. Okay, so I guess I should elaborate on the Dreadlock Disaster. My cryptic post yesterday was all my could muster in the midst of my grief. Yeah, that's right, grief. Stop rolling your eyes. I'm not being overdramatic. I would never do that. So step one was that I tried to convince Jafta that we would just cut his dreadlocks shorter. That seemed like a win-win to me. I gave them a good trim, but I didn't have a clue what I was . . .
Wednesday’s Child: AJ
Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .
MONKEY PEE & MISGUIDED HELP: AN INTERVIEW WITH THE VERY WORST MISSIONARY | SELFIE, EPISODE 38
Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We are chatting with Jamie Wright, author of the new book The Very Worst Missionary, about her experience uprooting her family to Costa Rica, the trials of finding healthcare when you don’t speak the language, an unfortunate incident of sitting in monkey pee, and what Jamie learned about how (and how not) to help others. Sarah also discusses smudging her new house with sage, and Kristen reveals . . .
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