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Wordful Wednesday #WW: The Last Day of Kindergarten!

This morning I sent my baby boy off to his last day of kindergarten!  When he comes home, he'll be … [Read More...]

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Celebrating Our Anniversary on Lopez Island

Today, my husband Shawn and I have been married 8 years!! It's been a crazy eight years, to say … [Read More...]

Subaru Backseat Living #SubaruBackseat

Driving in the car has always been fun..for me.  I've enjoyed driving since getting my license … [Read More...]

Eco Tips and Tricks

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Eco-Friendly Cards

You might be thinking that from the title of the post that this is about cards that are made from recycled paper and sustainably-sourced ink.  It's not. I love cards, but let's all be honest with each other - how many thank you cards, birthday cards, … [Read More...]

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How You Can Cross Off Hunger #BetterTogether

One aspect of relocating that I wasn't expecting to be so different were food prices - our grocery bills have gone up so much since moving to this part of the country (the Seattle area).    One thing I think a lot of people who are eco-conscious struggle … [Read More...]

Gifts & Greens Galore for the Arboretum Foundation in Seattle

Gifts & Greens Galore for the Arboretum Foundation in Seattle

This weekend, an event will take place at the Arboretum Foundation in Seattle that is sure to be fun for your whole family  - Gifts & Greens Galore is an annual fundraising event that helps you decorate and give amazing gifts to your friends and … [Read More...]

For The Kiddos

Subaru Backseat Living #SubaruBackseat

Driving in the car has always been fun..for me.  I've enjoyed driving since getting my license … [Read More...]

5 tips for hiking with kids

5 Tips for Hiking With Kids

It's so much fun to explore our new state!  There's so much to do that's outside and, more … [Read More...]

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Seattle’s Tourist Hotspots: Ivar’s Seafood. The Great Wheel. Pike Place Market.

My Dad came to visit a couple of weeks ago, and since he didn't have many days here, we decided to … [Read More...]

Yum….Food!

Rise and Shine with #BreakfastSavings and Safeway

Rise and Shine with #BreakfastSavings and Safeway

Here at the Small Steps house, we're big on breakfast.  We love going out for breakfast but, as you … [Read More...]

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How I’m Saving $$ With My #LightIcedCoffee

I love coffee!  I really, really do.  It's hard not to, especially now that I live in the Pacific … [Read More...]

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Fab Cooking With Macy’s Culinary Council & Gifts that Give Back with Rwanda Path to Peace

Just before Christmas, I was sent this fabulous cookbook from Macy's Culinary Council - The … [Read More...]