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Holiday Cookie Swap

This weekend, my friend Sashee and I hosted a holiday cookie swap. It was so much fun seeing all...

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Oh, the layers!

You know those cold days that start off really gray that make you just want to wrap up in a warm...

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The Best French Onion Soup for a Rainy Day

This weekend it rained and was gloomy, and Alan and I started our search for a new apartment. I...

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4-Step Holiday Look

There are many things to love about the holidays, and one of my favorites is getting dressed up....

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Holiday Crafts and Decorations to Make the Season Bright

With the carols, the tree-strung lights, and the overall jolly nature of the season, Christmas time...

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Anything but turkey, please

Last week, our friend Korb gave us a basil plant. We’ve only had it for a little while, but...

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Buttercream Roses

Still determined to bring pumpkin cupcakes with awe-inspiring roses to Thanksgiving, I...

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Bring It On: Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Every Thanksgiving, my super huge family gets together for turkey, pie and some sort of team sport....

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Gap City Flats

When I saw these flats in the Gap last week, I instantly fell in love. They’re simple, chic,...

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Holiday Gift Guide: What to Get Your Best Gal Pals

I cannot believe that Thanksgiving is next week. I just can’t make sense of how a whole year...

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