Washington Summers

It's been a busy July....we started our month at Oakbridge, Young Life's Jr. High camp in Ramona, CA. I took a break from camp last week to fly with the boys up to Seattle for Betsy's wedding. She was the most beautiful bride! It was an incredible wedding that I felt blessed to attend. 

Spent the rest of the week hanging out with my sister and her family. Six kids between the two of us...good times. We had a family party, a friend party, and a trip to Point Defiance Zoo to end on a high note. I love visiting Seattle in the summer.  It reminds me of growing up. Gorgeous hanging baskets on every porch, fresh blueberries and peaches, and the occasional glorious, sunny day.

One sunny day out of five, not bad Seattle. 

I Heart Seattle

I love cities. Somehow I fall in love with every big city I live in or visit. If you love cities too, this post series is for you. Fun stuff to celebrate your city. 

Starting out with the first big city I fell in love with. Here's to the Emerald City. 

The Space Needle from Lake Union. 

I Heart Washington Map. 

Hand Cut Map of Seattle.

Vintage Map Necklace.

Pikes Place Cafe Print 

Seattle Roots Tee.

Weekend in Seattle

A weekend away. Just me. On an airplane reading US magazine. Driving my rental car to the 80's and 90's station and no one complaining. Having enough time to put on eyeliner AND eyeshadow. Playing with my nieces and nephews without one of my kids vying for my attention.  


But best of all, getting to enjoy myself while celebrating one of my long time friend's fabulous 40th. (yes, it's a theme this year!) Great conversation about our crazy high school and college "adventures". Talking about how we're going to lock our kids in their rooms when they reach the same age. Awesome old pictures with hair that was held in place by a whole can of Aqua Net. Delicious food, wine and friendships with history that can't be replaced. 

Giveaway Winner

Our lucky tote bag winner is a new resident of one of my favorite cities, Seattle. 


Lauren said: 
"I just got really into orange and would LOVE a new tote! I need something new to signify my new town - Seattle! Yay for giveaway Monday." 


Congrats Lauren. Email me and we'll get started on something orange and fabulous for you!