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    Finally Friday: ‘Ivanhoe’ Leather Bootie

    I’ve been eyeing this Ivanhoe bootie for myself — love the low heel height, the dip in the front of the boot’s shaft, and the fact that it’s from a company called “SoftWalk” — yes please! It’s $164 at Nordstrom, available in sizes 6-12 in medium, narrow, and wide sizes. SoftWalk ‘Ivanhoe’ Leather Bootie (L-2)

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    Everyone Thursday: R Ponte Knit Blazer

    Burnt orange is not normally my color, but something about this ponte knit blazer is calling my name. Love the classic details like the slant pockets and crisp lapels, as well as the less traditional details, like the ruching on the sleeves (i.e., they stay scrunched). It’s on a great discount, too at Sierra Trading: was $98,…

  • Mom Guilt — as a Working Mother

    Here’s a topic we haven’t discussed directly: mom guilt. What is your biggest source of guilt (if you can put your finger on one thing); and for those of you who’ve gotten past it, what was your best trick? For my $.02, I’m actually not that guilty about working — I like what I do…

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    Feeding Tuesday: On the Fly Water Bottle

    I like these 12-oz. water bottles so much for our 5-year-old that we have three of them! They’re top-rack dishwasher safe, leak-proof (a little clip holds the lid closed), BPA-free (although apparently that’s not enough anymore, but I give up), and when it’s closed, the spout is covered, which is a plus when your kid inevitably drops it in the dirt….