I am so excited. I just got an e-mail from one of my wholesale buyers, “Cinda Lou” … she sent me an article that featured her shop and my upcycled journals. Ah, sweet publicity. Her shop … and my goodies … were featured in the Holiday Gift Guide in Alive! Magazine … based out of […]

As I have mentioned on this blog … I aspire to be a better “giver” … in any way possible … not only because it is good for the community, my son, the planet, etc … but mostly because it feels so darn good. After much thought on how my family and I might “give” […]

I love New England. I love my family. I love the family of friends that we have created. I love Christmas. I love this Christmas tree hunting tradition. I am grateful. I hope you are enjoying your own holiday traditions. I’d love to see them! Love, Jodi

In my pursuit of a toy train for Isaac — wanting one that was locally made and lead paint free — I found Wild Dill, an amazing online toy store that sells locally made, all natural toys. They not only have some of the nicest products for kids that I have ever seen, but they […]

Recipe: 1 Button Making Machine 1 Circle Cutter 1 Stack of Multi-Colored Cardstock 1 Stack of Vintage Magazines Scissors Glue 1 Friend w/ an Excellent (& slightly warped) Sense of Humor 1 Bottle of Jim Beam 1 Bottle of Coke Mix all together … with wild abandon … while the kids are playing Wii … […]

I rented this movie yesterday and have already watched it 3 times. I am actually laughing harder with each viewing. And Isaac loves it too. I think I may be developing a crush on Vince Vaughn 🙂 Hilarious! Fred Claus Trailer – Watch today’s top amazing videos here Love, Jodi

There is something comforting about a matching hat, scarf and mittens. And something so darn cute too! Isaac feels ready for the snow … and can’t wait to play soccer in it (so he tells me). So, Happy December everyone. I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving. We surely did. The leftovers are almost […]