Category Archives: just life

dear photograph

Dear Photograph, Visits to my grandparent’s house were always my favorite. It was, in fact, my second home. The only thing missing today is Grandpa. My heart still aches. – Victoria Woodarski  This site touches my heart each and every … Continue reading

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tiger rocks the x factor {video}

In case you missed it, this is the one video you must watch today…maybe more than once. Tiger was ah.maz.ing. As I told him last night, I’ve heard him sing hundred of times and have always thought his voice was … Continue reading

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must see t.v. {tonight on the x factor}

Okay people, just a quick shout out post to my friend Tiger Budbill who is one of the top 32 finalists on The X Factor. For 18 years, I’ve listened and watched Tiger croon his way into people’s hearts and … Continue reading

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fiori floral design + nordstrom…a stylish duo

For years, one of my favorite Seattle florists has been Fiori Floral Design. I’ve used them from everything for birthdays, get-well wishes, arrangements in our home and special occasions. While there are several great florists in the city, I really … Continue reading

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ntl american business women’s day

Today is National American Business Women’s Day! How great is that?! When you think of all the amazing women in the U.S. who are leaders in their industry/field, so many people immediately come to mind. There are simply too many … Continue reading

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qa + molly moon’s = happiness

It was a heated three month contest on Facebook.  Which Seattle neighborhood could get enough votes to get the next Molly Moon’s ice cream shop? In February, Molly Moon Neitzel made the much anticipated announcement: Queen Anne! And a collective … Continue reading

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thanking those who protect + serve

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freedom is not free {thanking our military}

We hear that statement a lot.  But it should never be taken for granted because the freedoms, liberties and values we hold dear as Americans have always come on the backs of those who have and still have the courage … Continue reading

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remembering my grandpa

Three years ago today, my grandfather passed away.  Although he was 89 years old, it was unexpected. He had a series of strokes over a few days. After making the difficult decision to take him off life support our family … Continue reading

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week in review

It’s Saturday, sunny and warm.  So what am I doing inside?  Passing time while doing loads and loads of laundry, that’s what.  I should be vacuuming, dusting, cleaning the bathroom but that will come later.  Really wanted to go to … Continue reading

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