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The Kondō Craze: The Pros and Cons of the KonMari Method of Tidying Up | Selfie Episode 68

February 4, 2019

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio From her bestselling book to the new Netflix show, Marie Kondō’s methods for decluttering have swept the nation . . . but they’ve also received some criticism. We are talking about the pros and cons of the KonMari Method, what we’ve tried and what has challenged us, and why we think you should read the book anyway. Kristen also talks about getting the “vampire facial” (microneedling with PRP) at Cosmeticare and Sarah . . .

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Life Lately

February 4, 2019

Some of the cute classroom valentines my kids picked from @minted, as well as some lovely custom art prints I ordered for myself and for my own Valentine. ? ❤️ http://bit.ly/mintedvalentine   View this post on Instagram   We have a new foreign exchange student from India staying with us for a few months and I regularly wonder what he thinks of our constant musical theater sing-alongs in the kitchen ... A post shared . . .

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Friday Finds

February 1, 2019

EF Collection 14k Gold Diamond Mini Arrow Stud Earrings Bungalow 360 Zip Around Wallet - Hearts Softening Himalayan Salt Scrub The Fifth Label Women's Beloved Knit Sweater R&M International 1839 Valentine Cookie Cutters, Assorted Stud Buds Two-Tone Heart and Love Necklace Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Instant Camera - Flamingo Pink Heart Hoop Earrings Monrow Vintage Raglan w/Scattered Hearts . . .

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The Horrors of the Neti Pot || On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from Janaury 2009.

January 31, 2019

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from January 2009. I have enjoyed using my neti pot ever since Dr. Oz and Oprah told me I should be doing it. (Because I do whatever Oprah tells me I should do). I gotta tell you, though, if you haven't tried it, you should. It's amazingly refreshing. And did I mention OPRAH does it? So anyway, I've been deaing with a nasty cold for weeks now, and yesterday I was looking forward to giving the system a little flush. Jafta was at . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Jarius

January 30, 2019

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 . . .

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Going Deeper With Friends: A Conversation With Sarah Bessey, Jen Hatmaker, Tara Livesay, and Jamie Wright | Selfie Episode 67

January 28, 2019

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio   Kristen chats with her friends Sarah Bessey, Jen Hatmaker, Tara Livesay, Jamie Wright, and Sarah Goodfellow about how to go deeper in friendships. This tribe of friends gathers every year for an annual “cheerleading and ass-kicking” retreat. They talked about their friendship origin story at their gathering last year (check out The Friendship Episode: Selfie, Episode 21) and it was one of . . .

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Life Lately

January 28, 2019

Rounding out our “weekend of theater” with @hellodollybway at @segerstromarts. This is a classic but it’s a play I’ve somehow never seen! The boys are off at winter camp so I surprised the girls with a weekend of theater. Little Women last night at a local high school. Be More Chill today at @broadwayontour. And Hello Dolly tonight at @segerstromarts     “Skateboarding will be an inexpensive hobby for the boys,” . . .

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Friday Finds: Coats

January 26, 2019

Blank Denim Women's Leopard Print Jacket Endless Rose Faux Shearling Jacket Cupcakes and Cashmere Aldean Coat J.O.A. Women's Faux Fur Bomber MKT Studio Madime Sherpa Coat Steve Madden Long Heavy Weight Puffer Jacket Lightweight Water-Resistant Packable Jacket  Moon River Tailored Coat Black Houndstooth Hooded Thickened Long Down Jacket    . . .

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Jwaye Nowel || On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from December 2008.

January 24, 2019

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from December 2008. This was my FAVORITE gift this year: some pictures of Keanan on Christmas Day. He is getting so big, and I am really missing him this season. I can't wait to celebrate Christmas with him at home next year. Here is the most recent update from the orphanage. We love getting these so much, and hearing about his little personality. Sounds like a Howerton boy already. Please keep praying for his . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Makaila

January 23, 2019

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 . . .

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