I've always loved photography. I've loved it from the moment I first laid eyes on a picture my best friend took of her then one year old son in the bath. It's a black and white, close up shot of her son's face as he sits in the bath with a shampoo mohawk. His eyes … Continue reading Up Close And Personal
A step by step guide to finally get rid of that ugly brass hardware in your house without spending a ton of money. When we bought our house, I really fell in love with some of the details the previous owners put into it; the great crown molding, the built in bookshelves and the gorgeous … Continue reading How To Spray Paint Your Existing Hardware To Save A Ton Of Money
An In-Depth Guide for Beginners As Told By An Amateur I've always been interested in photography. But, in the past, I've had a hard time putting in the time required to develop my skills. Once my son was born I really wanted to start focusing more on my technical skills behind the camera. Talk … Continue reading Create Your Own DIY Cake Smash Photo Shoot
My husband and I honeymooned in Maui in 2016. During our stay, we ventured up 10,000 feet to the summit of Haleakala to watch the sunrise. Unfortunately, the sunrise pictures didn't come out very well. But, on a whim, we did stop at the Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm on our way down the summit and … Continue reading Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm-Kula, HI
I've always wanted a garden. I'd daydream that when I finally became a homeowner I would plant this massive vegetable garden that would supply me with all the veggies I could ever hope to eat. I am finally a homeowner but our new backyard is much smaller than I dreamed so a vegetable garden is … Continue reading How Not To Garden: Container Herbs I
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