June 2011 Archives - Somewhat Simple

My Wedding Day- A Moment of Joy!

Jun

2011

10 Years ago today, I married my best friend. We were married in the LA Temple and the day was just the perfect- the best way to start our eternity together. I couldn't ask for a better husband and a better dad for my kids. How did I get to be so lucky? *** I'd like the hear about your moment of joy! Share your story and upload a photo (optional), and in return Shutterfly will gift you $5 off your next photo book to commemorate life's joyous moments, and you'll be entered for a chance to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Life · Tagged With: my family, wedding

Baby Food Jar Creations

Jun

2011

by Stephanie 25 Comments

Today I wanted to feature some of the fun Baby Food Jar creations readers have linked up to past link parties and some that I found online. Treat Jars from Make It and Love It Gift Holders from Little Miss Momma Candles from Cathy Filian Tea Light Holders from Finding My Aloha Magnetic Chalkboard Spice Holders from The Little Apartment Magnetic Vinyl Spice Holders from LDS Craft Project Pin Cushion tutorial from The Life of Jennifer Dawn Lid Game from Oopsey Daisy I will be saving baby … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baby & Kids ·

Girl’s Night Out- What you missed!

Jun

2011

by Stephanie 4 Comments

If you didn't attend our last Girl's Night Out, here is what you missed: 1. Jessica, from Sierra Studios Photography captured the entire night in some amazing photos. (All the photos in this post are courtesy of Jessica- THANKS AGAIN JESS, you are the best!) 2. The night was hosted by Kendra, Kristyn and Yours Truly, featuring the creative talent of special guests Laura Winslow, and Kim & Toni from The Tom Kat Studio. 3. There were some serious pregnant bellies present by me and Megan, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Life · Tagged With: girls night out

Summer Spinach Salad

Jun

2011

by Todays Post 3 Comments

Nothing says Summer better than a salad. I love the freshness and the ease of a salad. A salad pairs perfectly with a hot day, an outdoor party, BBQ'in, lemonade, and a Summer breeze. Today I have a delightful salad recipe for you that is loaded with spinach...yum, plus it has a added surprise...bacon...double yum. Summer Spinach Salad Let's make the dressing first. You will need: 1 cup oil 3/8 cup rice vinegar, 3/8 cup white vinegar, 3/4 cups total 3/4 cups sugar 1 Tablespoon … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: salads, summer

Giving Nature a Good Cleaning!

Jun

2011

by Todays Post 2 Comments

Hello everyone! Michelle from A Little Tipsy here. I am excited to be a part of Stephanie's Summer of Service! My kids are small, my oldest is 3 1/2, so I feel like it is the perfect time to start teaching him about the importance of service. We had a great opportunity this past weekend to help clean up and revitalize a campground that we will be the place of our family's 4th of July reunion. My grandfather and his siblings purchased a beautiful area in northern Utah we lovingly call "Shady … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Challenges, Series & Workshops, Charity & Service, Outdoors · Tagged With: service