Creativity

I have bravely bared all about motherhood, shared my faith, offered insight about how to achieve a happy marriage and sprinkled my creativity around for the world to see. But now it is time to take a step back and focus on my family.

Christmas is already coming our way! Our family really gets into the true spirit of the season, which is why always splash out on a super special tree (well, many trees) to commemorate the occasion. This year, Greg chose fifteen organic crystal-crusted Frasier firs. (Yes, the crystals are real!)

I would never buy an item that was on sale. But in my continuing quest to appeal to the "masses", I'm going to pretend that this isn't the case. #MommiesUnite

You are probably wondering why I didn't post yesterday! Well, my lovely husband "surprised" me by "whisking" the family away on a spur-of-the-moment Thanksgiving trip! (In other words, I actually planned it all but am pretending that Greg made this happen, in order to support our online status as a happy aspirational couple!)

Much like pumpkin painting, squash decorating is a very entertaining way to step into the swing of the season.

Holiday snacks don't have to lead to weight gain! Today I'm sharing a fantastically festive recipe I've stolen from my maid Pia. (She's Brazilian. Or maybe Spanish?)

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I'm really excited to enjoy a spectacular feast at my parents' autumn estate. I'm switching into the spirit ahead of time, as there are so many holiday traditions I adore.

A well-stocked pantry should be a staple in all homes, without exception.

I pour myself into my art. And I'm thrilled to share that I have a new creative endeavor now that the dust has settled on my most recent home renovation-I am now designing sandals! They are one of a kind! I choose the pom-pom colors based on each client's specific heart vibration sense. I also pray over each pair before I have them shipped out....

Greg, the kids and I recently embarked on a spectacular journey in our customized, state-of-the-art RV. We traveled to so many little towns and villages. The children's nanny team (and their personal teachers) came along for the ride, though they all stayed in five star hotels along the way.