Author: missalaneyus
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Lip Saver: The Sara Happ Lip Slip
It’s the most wonderful time of year when the air is cold and your lips feel like sandpaper. Well, I’ve found a way to solve half of your problems. I had heard of the Sara Happ Lip Slip before, but decided to give it a try after the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. They offered a set…
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5 Books to Read in a Snow Storm
Technically, you could read these anytime, but if you live in the Midwest, you may be looking for an indoor activity this week. Lord knows, we probably will be. So, without further ado, here are five books I’ve read over the last few months (and liked). Molly’s Game by Molly Bloom – Molly’s Game was one…
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Acting with Intention in 2019
Happy (Belated) New Year! How’s yours going? Ours started off nice and leisurely, but this week, we’re back to the grind with Ellie in school and Keegan and I both at work full-time. So, all that to stay, this is the first week I’m really focusing on resolutions, goals and intentions for the year. Every…
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3 Jewelry Brands to Watch
Jewelry can be inexpensive way to switch up your look. Over the last several months, I’ve added some new pieces that I adore. They’re from Machete, Mejuri and Uncommon James – all brands I follow on Instagram. Here’s what to look for from each. Mejuri I picked up a necklace with a zodiac pendant from Mejuri…
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Romesco Deviled Eggs
I have a history with romesco sauce. Smoky and complex, I love the flavor combinations of roasted red peppers, smoked paprika, garlic and vinegar. If you haven’t had it before, I can’t recommend it enough. It’s guaranteed to up your basic, weeknight chicken by a thousand percent. As Ellie would say, “for real life.” So,…
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Pear, Goat Cheese and Pistachio Crostini
I made this pear, goat cheese and pistachio crostini for Thanksgiving this year, but according to an old friend, I served something like this for a book club many, many years ago. I’m so glad she reminded me about the combination, because it is delicious, and I had completely forgotten about it. (which sadly happens all…
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Sephora Gift Guide
I have loved holiday beauty gift sets since I was in middle school. My dad used to get my mom perfume each Christmas, and with the purchase, he would often upgrade it to include a new eyeshadow/blush palette. I would immediately start using it and eventually, make it my own. Yes, I am a monster.…
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4 Ingredient Pork Chops
Pork chops are a staple at our house for a lot of reasons. First, and most importantly, we all think they are delicious – especially Ellie. But, they have two other attributes that put them in regular rotation at our house – they are inexpensive and cook quickly. When it comes to making pork chops,…
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Fall, Lately
This year, we took Ellie apple picking. It is one of my favorite activities to do as a family. We can’t make it every year, but when we do, it’s always delightful. In late September, I went with Keegan on a work trip to Santa Barbara. It was my first time there, and I fell…
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Keeping it Together with Google Keep
Over the last few years, I’ve slowly come to the realization that fall is a lie. Instead of holing up inside, covered in cozy blankets with cups of cider, I am, instead, flinging myself across Kansas City at a break neck pace. Sure, the activities are fun, but it’s never what I imagine or expect…