tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45380230758373478062024-03-13T02:01:36.683-04:00Home is with YouPhotographer and musician who love to go on adventures...won't you join us?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.comBlogger614125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-67917243682471343622014-02-18T00:46:00.000-05:002014-02-18T00:46:25.444-05:00Please join me at my brand new website!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Please join me at the brand new <a href="http://www.mallorieowens.com/">www.MallorieOwens.com</a> </b>≫≫</div>
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After lots of thought, I realized my brand was a bit all over the place. I had a personal website, a photography website, and a shop that included things that no longer represented my style.</div>
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I hope this move to combine everything that I do in one lovely space will make things a lot easier for everyone. Myself included!</div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-23099721259791958102014-02-09T08:30:00.000-05:002014-02-09T08:30:01.066-05:00Happy Birthday, Dave!Today is Dave's Birthday, so if you could all help me wish him a very happy day, I'd really appreciate it! You can tweet him <a href="http://twitter.com/daveowensmusic" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>. Thanks friends!<br />
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And if I can't get sappy on his Birthday, then when can I? So, I'd just like to say...<br />
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I'm thankful every day to have you in my life, and I love celebrating the day you were born. It's easily one of my favorite days of the year, getting to spoil you all day long.<br />
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This year I'm SO excited about Dave's gift, I love surprises (giving and receiving), but it always ends up being really tough to surprise Dave. He has no idea about his gift this year and I could just burst! I feel so blessed to have this man in my life and can't wait to celebrate with him today. <div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-24889761625358073862014-01-06T14:54:00.000-05:002014-01-06T15:25:07.204-05:00The Nelson's New Years Eve Wedding!I've been anticipating my best friend Lindsey's wedding for a long time now. She's the last of my close friends from high school to get married and after the bridal shower and <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/12/vegas-vacation.html" target="_blank">bachelorette party</a> I was getting excited to spend New Years Eve celebrating the couple and with all of my good friends. The day didn't disappoint, it was gorgeous from start to finish and we had a blast ringing in the New Year with everyone.<br />
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I was a bridesmaid, and of course they had a fabulous photographer, so I just grabbed a few iphone shots throughout the day...<br />
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The perfect way to end 2013 and begin 2014. Congrats Lindsey and Jeff! We're so happy for you both and are so glad we were able to help celebrate your big day.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com5Kansas City, MO, USA39.0997265 -94.5785667000000138.310999 -95.8694602 39.888454 -93.287673200000015tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-25788994186472016062014-01-03T13:50:00.001-05:002014-01-03T13:53:39.267-05:00This year I will...<a href="http://www.mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/01/current-goals.html" target="_blank">I don't really make New Years Resolutions</a>, but I do like to think about changes I'd like to make in my life. Things I want to stop doing and things I'd like to do more often. I try to do this every month and keep re-evaluating all year long, since it's a fresh year I wanted to share my current goals.<br />
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...work on my cooking skills. I can bake with the best of them, but Dave usually does the cooking. </div>
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I have a few dishes I'm proud of, but I'm working on mastering a few more things in the kitchen.</div>
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...make reading a priority. I <i>love</i> to read, but lately it's taken a backseat to pretty much everything<br />
else I've had going on. This month should be a bit slower though, and I intend to enjoy lots of books!<br />
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...print (and hang) more pictures. As a <a href="http://dreamingwillowphotography.com/" target="_blank">photographer</a>, you'd think I'd have this down, buuuut I don't.<br />
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Obviously my goals are simple, but I believe in taking babysteps in life. You'll never change your ways in one big leap! So, what are you working on in this new month?</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Follow along: <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/en/blog/2555639/home-is-with-you" target="_blank"><span style="color: darkgoldenrod;">Bloglovin'</span></a> // <a href="http://dreamingwillowphotography.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: darkgoldenrod;">Photography</span></a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/mallorieowens" target="_blank"><span style="color: darkgoldenrod;">Instagram</span></a> // <a href="http://facebook.com/homeiswithyou" target="_blank"><span style="color: darkgoldenrod;">Facebook</span></a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/mallorieowens" target="_blank"><span style="color: darkgoldenrod;">Twitter</span></a></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com4Wichita, KS, USA37.688888899999988 -97.33611109999998237.286663899999986 -97.981558099999987 38.091113899999989 -96.690664099999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-72094688771942504472013-12-19T12:51:00.000-05:002013-12-19T12:51:16.086-05:00December Sponsor Intro!I love getting to share other sites, shops, and businesses with you all and today I have three lovely ladies to talk about. I asked them all to share their best tips on staying motivated during the busy holiday season, because I know I could use some motivation every now and then!<br />
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First up is Tracey, the owner of <a href="http://becomingjewelry.com/shop/" target="_blank">Becoming Jewelry</a>. It's a gorgeous handmade shop full of the prettiest accessories around. You can see a few of her pieces in action <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2012/09/a-weekend-in-wichita.html">here</a> and <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2012/11/happy-thanksgiving.html">here.</a> I also bought my Mom <a href="http://becomingjewelry.com/shop/unending-love-necklace/">this necklace</a>, and she wears it every day. :)<br />
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Tip ≫≫ I work a lot during the holiday season! I stay motivated by setting production goals and then rewarding myself with little Christmas season treats, like a stop at Starbucks for a Peppermint Hot Chocolate.<br />
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Next up is Jennie from <a href="http://www.irontreecandle.com/" target="_blank">Iron Tree Candle</a>, whose Cranberry Fig candle she sent me (that smells like Christmas!) has been <a href="http://instagram.com/p/hyy87qgWI1/" target="_blank">burning every day</a>...in fact, it is right now! It smells fantastic and really makes it feel like Christmas in my "office" (AKA my parents basement, for 9 more days) as I'm editing 24/7 these days. <br />
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And last, but not least, is Daina from <a href="http://daina-newyorkstateofmind.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">New York State of Mind</a>. Her pictures of NYC make me want to hop on a plane and join her on walks around the city! If you haven't discovered her site/instagram yet, you're really missing out on some major wanderlust...<br />
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Tip ≫≫ The holidays are one of my absolute favorite times of year! To stay grounded during the holiday season I try to remind myself often that while gift giving is nice, it is not what the season is all about. When I think back on my favorite holiday memories none of them include the gifts I gave or received. Instead, they are about things like pajama game nights with my family, tubing in my hometown in Minnesota, ice skating on my parents' pond, and decorating Christmas cookies. I try to plan fun activities with both my boyfriend (I look forward to our <a href="http://daina-newyorkstateofmind.blogspot.com/search/label/12%20dates%20of%20Christmas">12 Dates of Christmas tradition</a> every year!) and my family throughout the month of December and focus less on searching for lots of gifts. <br />
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Now go show these ladies some love on their sites!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Unknownhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12094053169093025561noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-15376802279831524372013-10-01T21:34:00.000-04:002013-10-01T21:34:32.294-04:00Favorite Fall Recipes. Fall is the best time to bake and cook, thanks to the temps cooling down and making us want to spend a bit more time inside (and not feeling like we're going to melt when we turn on the oven). Plus, the recipes we tend to make in the Fall are always my favorites, how could you not love a time where it's socially acceptable to throw some pumpkin in all of your recipes and comfort food is beginning to make a comeback. <br />
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I've shared a lot of Fall recipes since I've been writing in this space, so today I thought I'd compile a few of my favorites, enjoy! <br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/05/whole-wheat-chocolate-chip-pumpkin.html" target="_blank">Whole Wheat Pumpkin Muffins</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2012/06/veggie-stuffed-mushrooms.html" target="_blank">Mushroom Dip</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/09/homemade-whole-wheat-date-bread-recipe.html" target="_blank">Whole Wheat Date Bread</a></span></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-65823424691490652192013-09-27T16:59:00.002-04:002013-09-27T16:59:59.461-04:00My new friend.Those of you who follow me on Instagram saw that I've had a few close encounters with some awesome Alaskan wildlife this week, so I wanted to share the full story with you all...because I'm still giggling about it.<br />
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A few days ago, I was sitting at my computer, as usual...watching the amazing Joe Buissink shoot a wedding on CreativeLive. And I should mention before I go any further, and you all think I'm crazy, that we've been having a lot of unexpected people show up and start working on our rental house lately. I'll be working on something and see a man outside start painting the side of the house. Our sweet landlady wanted to get the house all fixed up and ready to go before winter hits, so they're getting it all done now. Anyways, all that to say, unexpected visitors are not out of the norm here...ok, moving on...<br />
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So, like I said, I was sitting at my computer which at the moment overlooks part of our wrap-around porch. I glanced out the window and see what I think is the top of someone's hair, which makes my heart jump, and I'm thinking "Gah, these worker dudes are SO sneaky!"...because they are. Then, I wonder if it's Dave messing with me again, he's popped home for lunch a few times in the past week and he likes to <strike>scare</strike> surprise me when he does.<br />
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Then, it moved and in my head I'm screaming, "<i>Not</i> a person...NOT A PERSON!!!" I'm frozen, which is why there are no pictures of this awesomeness, as I realize it's a small black bear on my porch. He put his front paws up on our grill and just as he got up, my CreativeLive broadcast (which I had totally forgotten was playing, as I'm trying to be super quiet) got a little loud and the bear turned and looked me RIGHT in the eyes, jumped down, and ran off.<br />
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I was still in shock and finally grabbed my phone to take pics, slowly and quietly I opened the door to peek around and make sure he wasn't too close, and he was no where to be found! Once I got brave, I went to the backyard to look around, but he was long gone. That little bear must've <i>booked</i> it!<br />
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Of course, I spent the rest of the day on edge, looking out the window and searching our backyard at any sound from the neighbors or gust of wind. I'm so sad my little friend never came back. Dave joked that he would find me with a trail of fish leading up to our house and me sitting at the end of the trail with my camera, waiting. Anything for the shot, right? Haha, don't worry, I'm not <i>that</i> crazy. ;)</div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com4Juneau, AK, USA58.3019444 -134.4197222000000257.236388399999996 -137.00150920000002 59.3675004 -131.83793520000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-61516672532521857772013-09-24T13:40:00.000-04:002013-09-24T13:40:01.554-04:00A website and a winner!I've been working on getting the Dreaming Willow Photography website ready to be up and running and it's finally finished! I sent out a sneak peek to the people signed up for the Dreaming Willow newsletter, if you'd like to be added to that list go <a href="http://mallorieowens.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=5f3d8c99f6fabca3ac6e1d6e5&id=f8f519a3ff" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>. The newsletter includes news, specials, and other fun stuff along the way. If you're in the Wichita, KS area I'd recommend signing up since I'll be headed your way soon!<br />
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I'd love to know what you all think about the website! You can see the full site <a href="http://dreamingwillowphotography.com/" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>. <br />
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And the winner of the <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/09/giveaway-50-giftcard-to-uncommon-goods.html" target="_blank">Uncommon Goods giveaway</a> is Natasha Stroud Hoover! Congrats, you'll be receiving an email from me later today!<br />
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Also, while I'm apparently taking a day to ramble about the happenings around these parts, I should let you all know that my Featured Ad space has just opened up, so if you'd like to grab it you can go <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/p/sponsor.html" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>. There are also a few large and small spots available as well, feel free to email me with any questions or collaborations you have in mind.<br />
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I hope Tuesday is treating you all well, we're getting another day of SUNSHINE and after a week of darkness and pouring rain I'm pumped. I think you know <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/09/random-thoughts-from-my-walks-in-juneau.html" target="_blank">where I'll be</a> once I get my work done...<br />
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I've been playing with these wireless headphones for awhile now and LOVE them, Dave does too. They are so nice for those times when I need to wear headphones while I'm at my computer. Most of my headphones don't reach comfortably from my computer, so the wireless option is wonderful. You can get up, stretch, and grab some water...all while still listening to your favorite songs. Since they use bluetooth, you can also hook them up to your phone and take calls along the way. <br />
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<a href="http://s284.photobucket.com/user/malibu7213/media/malibu7213004/velodyne-0257_zpsba02bd3e.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Velodyne Audio vFree Headphones // Home is with You" border="0" src="http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll13/malibu7213/malibu7213004/velodyne-0257_zpsba02bd3e.jpg" title="iphone headphones" /></a></div>
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Dave also has a pair of Velodyne's vTrue headphones and they are <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/01/scenes-from-kentucky.html" target="_blank">amazing for recording</a>, but he loves "stealing" my vFree while he does some yoga. He can blast whatever music he wants to listen to as he stretches and really be immersed in it.<br />
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<a href="http://s284.photobucket.com/user/malibu7213/media/malibu7213004/velodyne-0261_zpsb1b2370c.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Velodyne Audio vFree Headphones // Home is with You" border="0" src="http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll13/malibu7213/malibu7213004/velodyne-0261_zpsb1b2370c.jpg" title="bluetooth headphone" /></a></div>
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They also have designer skins to go on top of your headphones that make them even more unique. There are lots of cute options, but <a href="http://velodyne.com/designer-skin-mandala.html" target="_blank">these were my favorite</a>. I should have gotten a picture of Dave rocking out at his computer with these cute things on...it's pretty comical.<br />
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I also love my vFree headphones because they fold up all nice and neat, perfect for traveling! They come with a nice little Velodyne bag you can put them in and slip them in your carry-on. I can't wait to try them out on my upcoming trip to Kansas.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Full Disclosure: The vFree Headphones and Designer skin were both sent to me by Velodyne, but all opinions are 100% my own.</i></span></div>
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On Monday, the VA flew Dave out to Anchorage to have a basic exam to evaluate the current state of his foot and knee problems. While they were doing some routine x-rays the man doing the exam started asking some of the right questions and decided they needed to x-ray Dave's back as well.<br />
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These x-rays showed that Dave has a broken back, and has for years. He went in forever (and ever) ago and told his Dr. at the time that he was having bad back pain, they misdiagnosed him with a muscle strain. And although he brings up his back pain at nearly every exam (I usually go with him), no one has ever looked further into it.<br />
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I'm <i>very</i> thankful that we finally found out what has been causing Dave's pain, but I'm equally frustrated that no one caught it before. He has a fractured L5 vertebrae and it's scary to think of all the damage he could have done, without knowing he had a broken back. Dave was told that if he had been in a car wreck/falling the wrong way/gotten jolted he could have become paralyzed. <br />
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We're praying that with some specialized yoga and physical therapy we can avoid surgery, if possible. As much as I hate to see my husband in pain and I can't believe he's had an undiagnosed broken back to years, I'm also very thankful that we now know what was actually causing all of the knee/foot pain. In a strange way, it's kind of a relief to know that a lot of his physical pain is all connected, because if we can get the back pain under control then hopefully the other issues will subside as well.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">These pictures are all Instagram pics from our walks around the <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/09/mendenhall-glacier-trails.html" target="_blank">glacier trails last weekend</a>. </span></div>
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Again, we feel SO blessed to have such a wonderful online
community and I can't thank you all enough for your prayers and
concerned comments. <div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-63798144906486232872013-09-16T08:00:00.000-04:002013-09-16T08:00:04.027-04:00Giveaway ≫≫ $50 Giftcard to Uncommon Goods!I haven't done a giveaway in a very long time, sorry about that, but I'm excited to bring back the giveaways with this $50 giftcard to <a href="http://facebook.com/uncommongoods" target="_blank">Uncommon Goods</a>! Before we get to the giveaway, let's talk a bit about all the unique things Uncommon Goods has in their shop. I could spend forever going through their lists of items, and as I scroll their products I'm shocked at all the great ideas I'd never thought of.<br />
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Half of the items in their store are handmade and they pay all of their employees at least 50% above minimum wage, now that is a company I can get behind. They also have four non-profits, you can learn more about them and how the company gives back when you shop <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/static/better.jsp" target="_blank"><i>here.</i></a> It's so nice to find a company that's so involved and that truly cares.<br />
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Anyways, onto the pretty things I found...<br />
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I absolutely ADORE this anniversary box idea for a wedding present! What a thoughtful gift that will be a treat for the newlyweds for years to come. You can find more personalized gift ideas <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/collections/personalized-gifts" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>.<br />
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<a href="http://s284.photobucket.com/user/malibu7213/media/21505_zoom1_zpsc817774b.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img alt="$50 Giftcard to Uncommon Goods Giveaway // Home is with You" border="0" height="640" src="http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll13/malibu7213/21505_zoom1_zpsc817774b.jpg" title="anniversary gift" width="640" /></a></div>
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Their "gifts under $50" section is a great place to browse and find affordable gifts. I think <a href="http://twitter.com/ravenandthedove" target="_blank">Dave</a> needs this awesome beer stein! Check out the full list <a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/gifts/by-price/gifts-under-50" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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And how cute are these Garden Bon Bons?! I think I need these, hint hint. ;) They are packaged so pretty and look like little truffles, but you plant them in your garden. It doesn't get much better than this. More cute little gifts like this can be found <i><a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/occasions/christmas-gifts/stocking-stuffers" target="_blank">here</a></i>. </div>
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<a href="http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/garden-bon-bon-sets" target="_blank">VIA</a>
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Now for the giveaway, good luck!<br />
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Not gonna lie, my coffee date with this girl made me sad to leave Anchorage...she is a sweetheart with a sense of humor and a killer knack for fashion and design. But enough of my <strike>gushing</strike> rambling and see for yourself!<br />
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...what's your favorite thing about Fall?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-84506890119016601692013-09-05T23:00:00.000-04:002013-09-06T00:15:33.505-04:00Random thoughts from my walks in Juneau ≻≻≻<center>
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Juneau is so alive, it makes me want to be alive, too. Obviously I'm already alive, and when I say Juneau is alive I don't mean it's a bustling city, because it's far from that...unless one of the cruise ships have just docked. It's the surrounding forests, glaciers, and mountains. They are so filled with peace, hope, and magic that it makes me want to take a step away from the busyness and distractions of internet life and find myself all over again in nature.<br />
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I crave this. Putting pencil to paper while soaking up all the sounds of the trees and chatter of the animals. (The squirrels here are <i>loud</i>.) It's all about give and take, I suppose, but lately I'm finding joy in simple things I've been neglecting.<br />
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What I'm trying to say here, because there is a point, I think...is that
I don't want to look back on my time here, years down the road, and
remember it all being behind this computer screen. I know we won't be in Juneau forever, although I feel a very strong connection to the beauty around us here and the quietness of it all, when we "settle down" it'll be somewhere closer to family. Alaska's just too dang far. That doesn't mean I won't be writing in this space, just that I'll be doing it on the rainy days (and trust me, there are plenty) and then spending as much time as I can outside on the days that are just too gorgeous to stay inside.<br />
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What about you? Have you been neglecting things that your soul craves? It can be so hard when we feel like there's always something to do, I know. But maybe there's at least one thing you can do next week to break up the madness and make you feel alive...<br />
<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com7Juneau, AK, USA58.3019444 -134.4197222000000257.236388399999996 -137.00150920000002 59.3675004 -131.83793520000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-10766493960141938582013-08-14T17:22:00.001-04:002013-08-14T17:22:19.068-04:00David Owens Music Live ↠ Anchorage Town Square.A few weeks ago, on a day when it was in the upper 70's (heat wave, watch out!) here in Anchorage and a beautiful sunny day...<a href="http://reverbnation.com/davidowensmusic" target="_blank">Dave</a> and I decided to head downtown and see if there was a spot he could plug in and jam out. We found the perfect spot at Anchorage Town Square, Dave asked the few people that were lounging in the grass if they would mind if he played for a bit, and everyone said no. <br />
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So that's exactly what he did. Once he got set up and started playing, people who would be power walking by would stop and linger or sit and stay once they heard him. It was so much fun! Dave even got an unexpected backup singer/dancer...it was all fun and games until he started grabbing Dave's guitar. Not cool, man, not cool. <br />
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The food stand people brought us a few waters and people really seemed to enjoy stopping for a bit to bask in the sunshine and listen to some live music. One of Dave's friends from the Air Force even was driving by and heard his voice, he made his girlfriend check on facebook if Dave was in fact in Anchorage and then they turned the car around to come listen and say hi. Such a small world.<br />
<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com1Town Square Park, 544 West 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA61.217028 -149.8926161.216072499999996 -149.8951315 61.2179835 -149.8900885tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-66338075715148715082013-08-12T07:00:00.000-04:002013-08-14T03:15:09.111-04:00Places to Visit ↠ Anchorage Coastal Trail.If you take a trip to Anchorage, of course one of the first things you'll want to do is drive down to the coast and look out at the amazing Alaskan oceans with mountains off in the distance. Since <a href="http://reverbnation.com/davidowensmusic" target="_blank">Dave</a> and I live right off the coast, I watch a lot of people drive up to the gate that separates the park from the ocean, they stand there for a few minutes/hours and take it all in, and then hop in their cars and drive off.<br />
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As gorgeous as that view can be even from the park, that makes me a bit sad, partially because it took me so long to realize there was <a href="http://anchoragecoastaltrail.com/" target="_blank">a trail</a> right below the park that runs along the coast. It twists and turns, runs by a lake, and generally has some of the most breathtaking views. And even though there are usually a lot of people down there (especially right now since it's the perfect temperatures), it's so peaceful.<br />
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There are benches along the way that you can sit and just take it all in. I love to take my book down there and read, constantly looking up to soak it all in. Problems seem so small, and the world feels so vast looking out and around here, but our Creator took a little extra time and creativity with Alaska...that's one thing I know for sure. <br />
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For more places to visit, go <i><a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/p/places-to-visit.html" target="_blank">here</a></i>.<br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com2Anchorage, AK, USA61.2180556 -149.9002778000000360.2359631 -152.48206480000002 62.2001481 -147.31849080000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-46714337488936457432013-08-08T02:34:00.001-04:002013-08-08T02:37:02.075-04:00The adventure continues ≫≫ next stop, Juneau.Well folks, if nothing else it's always an adventure around here, am I right? <a href="http://reverbnation.com/davidowensmusic" target="_blank">Dave</a> got word yesterday that he's being transferred (willingly) to Juneau, Alaska! We're really excited to see more of this gorgeous state while we're here and to experience living somewhere that's a bit more "Last Frontier" than Anchorage. Don't get me wrong, I have <b>loved</b> Anchorage, and while it has many gorgeous sites of it's own to offer...it's still a big city.<br />
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The real curveball though is that we thought we'd at least have until the end of the month to pack up and move out, but we were told yesterday when we got the official word that he needs to be there on the 19th. Which means we leave Anchorage a week from tomorrow...ahhhh!<br />
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So crazy, exciting, and a tad bit stressful thanks to the tight time frame. But hey, if there's one thing I've learned with all of this moving it's to be a quick and efficient packer (although Dave would beg to differ, he's the master packer in this family).<br />
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The good news is, we haven't accumulated much stuff since we've been here, pretty much all we have to our names is what came with us on the airplanes and a few boxes that my wonderful parents have shipped us. That makes packing ten times easier than usual, I'll take it.<br />
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Dave and I have never been to Juneau, so if any of you have been or live in Juneau, we would LOVE recommendations. Things we need to know, places to eat, must see things once we get there. Leave me a comment or drop me an email and let me know!
<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Unknownhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12094053169093025561noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-20192635776988525702013-08-05T17:11:00.000-04:002013-08-05T17:32:50.160-04:00In the weekend ≫≫ pictures to ease into Monday.I had a nice weekend taking <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/08/see-you-on-flip-side-social-media-fast.html" target="_blank">a break from social media</a> and all of it's distractions. I'm pretty proud of myself for making it all weekend (ha) without checking any of the accounts a million times or even posting on instagram once. I only cheated once (or twice) to check on <a href="http://ruthiehart.com/" target="_blank">Ruthie</a> and <a href="http://www.harpershappenings.com/" target="_blank">Mandy's</a> baby bumps...just couldn't help myself there, it's all just too exciting. <br />
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Any time I felt like I wanted to start scanning the various social media platforms, I read my book instead. It felt wonderful. We had our first rainy weekend, and it was nice to have a break in the blaring 24/7 sun. <a href="http://daveowensmusic.com/" target="_blank">Dave</a> and I did some cooking/baking, watched some shows on Netflix (House of Cards anyone?), and generally just relaxed and enjoyed having some time off together. <br />
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We were even able to go to dinner with <a href="http://strollingthecanyon.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">friends</a> on Friday night who are in town from back home, they've traveled in their RV all the way from Kansas. Pretty cool. They've had quite the adventure and we had a great time listening to their stories and catching up.<br />
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How was your weekend? Anyone else make it through a social media free weekend? Leave me a comment and let me know!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com5Anchorage, AK, USA61.2180556 -149.9002778000000360.2359631 -152.48206480000002 62.2001481 -147.31849080000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-80502969117078363152013-08-02T14:52:00.000-04:002013-08-02T14:52:32.542-04:00See you on the flip side ≫≫ social media fast.As someone who is a <a href="http://facebook.com/dreamingwillowphotography" target="_blank">photographer</a>, blogger, and <a href="http://homeiswithyou.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">shop owner</a>, I know how hard it can be to take a self-imposed vacation...especially if all you can afford is a staycation. When most of your work is on the computer and at home, you can work any time and so many of us end up working all of the time. Even though we all know that's a terrible idea.<br />
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I found this quote last night and it really hit home... <br />
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Although I try to take breaks and my evenings off when I can, I still find myself constantly on social media. Anyone else? No? Just me? I know I can't be the only one, and yet I wonder if anyone else is as addicted as I am.<br />
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This morning I tested it out to see how long I could go before I checked all the accounts. And then, without even thinking about it, I sat down to do something and absentmindedly picked up my phone and started scrolling through <a href="http://instagram.com/mallorieowens" target="_blank">instagram</a>. I didn't even know I was doing it for a minute! Yikes.<br />
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So, needless to say, this weekend I've decided to do a mini social media/phone/computer fast...who's with me? :)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Unknownhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12094053169093025561noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-82422047833134182632013-07-29T16:11:00.000-04:002013-07-29T16:15:02.200-04:00Impromptu David Owens Music ↠ CRUSH wine bistro and cellar, AnchorageThe other day, <a href="http://daveowensmusic.com/" target="_blank">Dave</a> and I walked downtown to find a place where we could sit and discuss the coming weeks and our plans for what was ahead. We wound up at a cute little place we'd had our eye on visiting, <a href="http://www.crushak.com/" target="_blank">CRUSH wine & bistro cellar.</a> It was another perfect day and we were hoping to sit outside, so why not grab a glass of wine and a beer while we chatted about life...<br />
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Dave had his guitar and the notebook I bought him and had engraved for our first anniversary (paper is the traditional gift) where he jots down all of his thoughts and possible song ideas. There was a table of two men sitting behind us, and as we got up to leave we got to talking to them. One of the men saw Dave's guitar, asked if he played, and then said he'd buy us all a bottle of wine to share if Dave would play everyone a few songs.<br />
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Deal. <br />
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...and I don't know if anyone is as excited about the new album as I am (impossible), but Dave just added <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbJMJRc64Yo" target="_blank"><i>this video</i></a> I recorded to his new youtube channel. It's a demo of a song that will be on the new album and I am in love. Even though I've already heard it a billion times, I can't get enough. Anyone else?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com1343 West 6th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA61.216674899999987 -149.889265435.694640399999983 168.8021406 86.738709399999991 -108.5806714tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-22902689305928650492013-07-24T07:00:00.000-04:002013-07-24T07:00:03.906-04:00Introducing ↠ When and Where Invites.<center>
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Follow Where and When Invites: <a href="http://www.wandwinvites.com/" target="_blank">Website</a> // <a href="https://www.facebook.com/wandwinvitations?ref=hl" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/WWinvites" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/whenandwhereinvites?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">Etsy</a></div>
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Before you all head off to do fun weekend things, I wanted to share this wallpaper I designed. Enjoy...<br />
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...to download the wallpaper<i> j</i>ust click <a href="http://s284.photobucket.com/user/malibu7213/media/bebold_zps93bbb513.jpg.html" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a> and then click download. If you decide to use the wallpaper on your computer, pretty please tag @mallorieowens and use the hashtag #freewallpaperfriday to share the love and let me see your pretty workspaces! I'm trying to gather inspiration for ways to decorate my own workspace.<br />
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Follow: <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/en/blog/2555639/home-is-with-you" target="_blank">Bloglovin'</a> // <a href="http://facebook.com/homeiswithyou" target="_blank">Facebook</a> // <a href="http://twitter.com/mallorieowens" target="_blank">Twitter</a> // <a href="http://instagram.com/mallorieowens" target="_blank">Instagram</a> // <a href="http://pinterest.com/mallorieowens" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> // <a href="http://dreamingwillowphotography.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Photography </a></div>
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<b>We're bringing entrepreneurs together on a whole new level.</b> On Monday July 7th, Operation Entrepreneur will be launching. </center>
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Ashley,
of <a href="http://www.afterninetofive.net/" target="_blank">After Nine to Five</a>, had the wonderful idea to start this group for
all of the entrepreneurs out there...I'll let her tell you all about
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"This
two-part community is perfect for every entrepreneur and every
hopefully-some-day entrepreneur. Part blog, part Facebook group - we're
dedicated to bringing you ways to promote your business, tricks to
improve your brand, real life stories of entrepreneurs and the support
you need to keep chasing your dream.
If you're an entrepreneur or hoping to be one in the future, this is a
must see. Check out <a href="http://operatione.org/" target="_blank">our blog</a> for more information, join our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/operatione/" target="_blank">Facebook group</a> (all members who sign-up pre-launch will be approved on July 7th), or follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/OperationEComm" target="_blank">Twitter </a>to let us become a part of your journey and help your business when you need it most. </div>
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I hope you all will join us on July 7th!"<br />
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Who's in?!</div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Unknownhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12094053169093025561noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-62193871931307922452013-06-27T15:51:00.000-04:002013-06-27T21:40:04.390-04:00ShoeDazzle ↠ A shoe lovers dream.Most of you probably don't know this about me yet, but I'm a bit of a shoe fiend. I guess I haven't written much about shoes or how much I love them on this space because since I've been writing here I haven't really had the budget for them. So, in an effort not to go crazy and buy all the pairs I write about, I suppose it's just been easier to just not go there. (Now I'm starting to sound like I'm a gambler trying not to slip back into the slippery slope of slot machines and blackjack...I promise it's not that bad...I don't think.)<br />
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<a href="http://shoedazzle.linqiad.com/click/YGRXaGVtcXJk" target="_blank"><img alt=" photo shoedazzle-quiz-step-3_zpsb55e31b4.png" border="0" src="http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll13/malibu7213/shoedazzle-quiz-step-3_zpsb55e31b4.png" /></a></div>
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One place I have allowed myself to window shop for the past year or so is <a href="http://shoedazzle.linqiad.com/click/YGtXaGVtcXJk" target="_blank">ShoeDazzle</a>. I've had to talk myself out of so many pairs of adorable shoes on there, more times than I'd like to admit. I'm hoping once my <a href="http://dreamingwillowphotography.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">photography business</a> is up and running here in Alaska I won't have to just window shop anymore!<br />
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Getting set up on <a href="http://shoedazzle.linqiad.com/click/YGtXaGVtcXJk" target="_blank">ShoeDazzle</a> is as simple as taking <a href="http://shoedazzle.linqiad.com/click/YGRXaGVtcXJk" target="_blank">a fun little quiz</a> about your style. I really enjoyed seeing what my showroom consisted of once they put it together for me. Plus, as an added bonus, you get 25% off your first pair after you take the quiz. I still need to make use of mine....maybe on these summer beauties....<br />
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<a href="http://shoedazzle.com/products/MELODIE-PINK-2300#470" target="_blank">Melodie</a> on <a href="http://shoedazzle.linqiad.com/click/YGtXaGVtcXJk" target="_blank">ShoeDazzle</a></div>
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Anyone else a shoe lover like myself? What kind of shoes would you hope to see in your personal showroom?<br />
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<i>Full Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by <a href="http://shoedazzle.linqiad.com/click/YGtXaGVtcXJk" target="_blank">ShoeDazzle</a>, but all opinions are 100% my own.</i><div class="blogger-post-footer"><div id="pf_premiumad" class="pf_ads"><script src="https://app.passionfruitads.com/a/4c56e9d9fdb6f64535057263b718939b01652bd2.js"></script></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11520465374105359641noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4538023075837347806.post-25513803826238436722013-06-26T07:00:00.000-04:002013-06-26T07:00:02.327-04:00Lately (the last few months) in iPhone pictures ↠In the last few months, since I've been on the road, I haven't taken a minute to do a post sharing pictures I've taken with my iPhone. I love Instagram and put a lot of effort into making my space a beautiful one on there, just like I do here, so I always like sharing the pictures I've posted on there. I feel like it's especially important to do it now that Instagram doesn't show you every picture by every person (WHY does it do that?)...if you're not already following along, join me on Instagram <a href="http://instagram.com/mallorieowens" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>.<br />
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<a href="http://s284.photobucket.com/user/malibu7213/media/PicMonkeyCollage_zps7eec5bfb.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img alt="iPhone pictures lately // Home is with You" border="0" src="http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll13/malibu7213/PicMonkeyCollage_zps7eec5bfb.jpg" title="VSCOcam " /></a></div>
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≫≫ a run in the clouds</div>
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≫≫ gorgeous waterfall at <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/05/table-rock-lake-part-1-fishing-in-rain.html" target="_blank">Table Rock Lake</a></div>
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≫≫ <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/05/wear.html" target="_blank">a favorite summer outfit</a></div>
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≫≫ just hangin' out with a buffalo...no biggie</div>
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≫≫ a moment to relax (top featured <a href="http://mallorieowens.blogspot.com/2013/05/lace-top-wedge-shoes.html" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>)</div>
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≫≫ I had the opportunity to photograph a Sangeet and it was THE coolest party I've ever been to</div>
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≫≫ watching the ladies at Pouf in Dallas make a tutorial (check it out <a href="http://poufblowout.tumblr.com/post/52160085950/summer-hair-tutorial-soft-and-smooth-waves" target="_blank"><i>here</i></a>)</div>
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≫≫ my last morning (after two months) of waking up without <a href="http://daveowensmusic.com/" target="_blank"><i>my love</i></a> by my side</div>
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≫≫ Cali at 8pm vs arriving in Alaska at 12pm...consider my mind blown</div>
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≫≫ we waited two months for this hand hold</div>
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≫≫ mountains right off the highway</div>
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≫≫ our view of the sunset over the ocean</div>
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≫≫ my new favorite spot</div>
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≫≫ the "first day of summer" here in Alaska was brought in with cooler temps...I secretly loved it</div>
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≫≫ another beautiful day in the neighborhood</div>
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≫≫ being "those people" and trying out beds</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Linking up with <a href="http://annapolisandcompany.com/2013/06/our-weekend-a-link-up-10/" target="_blank">Annapolis & Company</a> and <a href="http://liferearranged.com/" target="_blank">Life Rearranged</a>.</span></div>
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