This morning the sun awoke me from shining in the bedroom. Like usual, I let the dogs out, brush my teeth, wash my face, go upstairs to turn on MSNBC and make coffee. I switch to Meet the Press …
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Inspired Living – Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
We all know that a new year often brings inspiration to make lifestyle changes. This year a&o is inspired to make additional efforts to reduce our carbon footprint. No matter your position on the sustainability spectrum we’ve outlined …
Brownstone Stories: Project Wallpaper
After we moved into the brownstone one of the first things that I wanted to focus on was the space that people step into when entering the apartment – the dining room. I always wanted a formal entry (which we …
Living With Fido
Grant and I are unapologetic “dog people.” We aren’t creepy about it, but we love our animals. They are a part of our family and provide us with endless joy, laughter and companionship. However, as people who …
4 Common Pantry Items for Natural Household Cleaning
Don’t get me wrong, I love perusing the aisles of my local grocery store for the latest eco-friendly household cleaning products. I’m a sucker for pretty packaging and enticing fragrances. However, at the end of the day my cleaning mainstays …
Calling all readers! Let a&o take a peek inside your home!
Let’s get up close and personal! The a&o community is growing strong and it’s time to get inspired by each other! We are looking to feature home tours, before/after photos and DIY projects and tutorials. If …
3 Ways to Stay Heathy in Your 30s
It’s official. I’m in my 30s. Not 30, but actually in my 30s. It’s not depressing as much as it’s just, surprising. It had to happen I guess. I mean I know I’m older because I …
Brownstone Stories – Closet Confessions, Part 1 (UPDATE!)
I was so excited to get started on organizing the linen closet that I spent about 45 minutes this evening tackling steps #1 and #2 of my closet organization road map. (See Brownstone Stories – Closet Confessions, Part 1 …