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  • Missalaney

    1. The after of Dr. Client Client’s house is perfect. That master bedroom has me green with envy – like chartreuse colored. Amber Interiors kills it once again. 2. This drink from The Kitchy Kitchen sounds like the perfect winter anecdote. 3. With the holidays right around the corner, I’m growing more obsessed with beautifully styled bar…

  • Happy Halloween

    Around these parts, we’re wishing you a rootin’ tootin’ Halloween. Hope your day is full of treats and not too spooky.

  • Missalaney

    1. 9 to 5 Chic always has the best working wardrobe, but this off-duty ensemble has me inspired. 2. Gal Meets Glam is traveling all over Europe with her honey. I’ve always had a limited interest in London, but photos like these have me ready to book a flight. 3.Baked goat cheese with roasted garlic…

  • Lately

    This month, we were lucky enough to see my nieces play softball two weekends in a row. I think you can tell from this picture how much Ellie loved cheering them on. Last weekend, we headed to the Napa and Sonoma area for a work trip minus the little one. One night, we went to a…

  • Fall Wishlist

    When I make these seasonal wishlists, I typically pull photos from the previous year. Before I get into my plans for fall, I think I have to start by saying I can’t get over how little Ellie was last year. I mean, how adorable is she. It’s too much. 1. Take Ellie trick-or-treating. 2. Visit an…

  • Missalaney

    1. Though I love make-up, I don’t use many products on my hair, mostly because I don’t know where to start. This round-up from hair expert extraordinaire Kristin Ess has me ready to shop. 2. Megan shared photos from the Louisburg Cider Mill on Instagram, and people, I was excited to go before, but now I…

  • A Peek Into Our Playroom

    When we first bought our house eight years ago, it needed a ton of work. Slowly, but surely, we made changes to every single space in our home. Although we have finished most of our big projects, I would consider only one room “done” in our place. It is my favorite space in the entire…

  • Lately

    Everywhere she goes, she is running and shouting “Come on!” to anyone in sight. We’ve been doing some adult things lately without Ellie, and she is always asking if she can “come too.” To help her understand what’s ahead, we’ve posted a calendar in the kitchen complete with illustrations by yours truly. I think my stick people are pretty…

  • Missalaney: August Favorites

    1. Have you seen Rachel Parcell’s closet? I am now gripped with major shoe envy. 2. This round-up of photography tips from A Beautiful Mess is exactly what I’ve been looking for to up my picture taking game. I can’t wait to put some of these to use. 3. Brown butter, cornbread? Sign me up! 4.…

  • Blog Updates

    You may have noticed I’ve done a little cleaning up around here. I decided to simplify things by keeping my categories to just a few big picture items: EAT/DRINK: Recipes, cookbook reviews, wine picks and cocktails ENTERTAIN: Books, guilty pleasures, pop culture and movie reviews EXPLORE: City guides, local KC gems and great finds online LOOK: Beauty…