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2010 Archives for October 2010

Archives for October 2010

When You Smile.

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I haven’t posted in a week, and here I am with this deliciously cheesy video of Gabe smiling and laughing. What have I been doing? Oh, you know, trying to figure out how to clean while my baby is crying, cooking with him strapped to my chest, and generally just spending as much time withRead the whole post >>

October 28, 2010 · Tagged With: Gabe, video Leave a Comment

Things I've Learned from Seven Weeks of Motherhood.

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I owe my happiness, sanity, and the ability to take showers to a Mr. Hair Dryer. Amen. My heart is more vulnerable than I ever thought it could be, because it’s now outside of me and in this little boy. Sleep triumphs most all else, including diaper changes. I’ve learned to time it so thatRead the whole post >>

October 20, 2010 · Tagged With: Gabe, musings 1 Comment

Couch Time with Gabe.

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I thought it was time to share some more Gabe in action. :) Again, please excuse my appearance. Apparently, we’re close enough that I feel comfortable looking like a complete scrub in front of you. It’s all about Gabe, really. And he never has a bad hair day. Couch Time with Gabe from Ashley MarieRead the whole post >>

October 18, 2010 · Tagged With: Gabe, video Leave a Comment

A-Hiking We Will Go.

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The weather was absolutely perfect this weekend – mid-70s and sunny. It was the kind of weekend that fall-lovers dream of. So, we went hiking. Twice. There is nothing like being surrounded by trees as far you can see. It’s peaceful, you know? My favorite view. Gabe’s swirly little infant head.  I adore this infantRead the whole post >>

October 13, 2010 · Tagged With: Gabe 2 Comments

Apple Rosemary Scones with Raspberry Jam.

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Apple rosemary scones. Before I had Gabe, I wasn’t sure how my life would change. I expected to be a little more stressed, get a little less sleep, and have way less time and energy to do the things I love. Like baking. Happily, the adjustment has been far less terrible than I expected (inRead the whole post >>

October 11, 2010 · Tagged With: food, Gabe 1 Comment

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Saving Money & Living Frugally

Doing a Buy Nothing Month.

Every so often, my eating junk food gets a little out of control and do a little juice cleanse. To help reset my body’s ideas of … [Read More...]

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Simple Living & Minimalism

Long Distance Moving and Decluttering – A Few Tips.

We're in the midst of a long distance move to Massachusetts this month (in the nomadic portion of our move - we moved out of our … [Read More...]

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Green Living & Sustainability

Choosing between Convenience and Values.

A reader asks: How do you decide when to focus your energy on better choices versus choosing convenience? I think it can be so … [Read More...]

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Motherhood & Parenting

The Story of Eleanor.

(Warning, this post will contain mentions of bodily fluid) How Eleanor Came to Be. I want to write this all down while I still … [Read More...]

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Career & Business

A New Leaf. Little Leaf.

(Yes, I am a dork.) Your website should be like an extra employee. Who works non stop 24/7. I recently overhauled my site … [Read More...]

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Recipe: Curried Greens and Chickpeas

Recipe: Vegetarian Ramen.

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