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When we think of mentors, we often picture someone who is a bit older and more experienced, who is able to give career and life advice from a distanced perspective

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When we think of mentors, we often picture someone who is a bit older and more experienced, who is able to give career and life advice from a distanced perspective

However, there is an argument to be made for seeking out a mentor who is closer in age—they too have a lot to offer. Below, novelist Vanessa Hua shares her own experience with a peer mentor and gives some tips on building and maintaining a relationship of equals.  I first heard about Angie Chuang when we were attending rival high schools in the suburbs east of San Francisco. Two years older than I am, she was also the daughter of Chinese immigrants. In college, she would carve out a journalism career that I would follow: columnist and features editor at...

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by Tammy Jones

BusyMoms Fashion

by Tammy Jones

Being a mom is hard. We know how hard it can be running around, dropping the kids off, picking them up, between groceries and appointments, and after school activities, it can seem like you have little time to yourself. When your a busy mom, fashion and style can seem like the last thing on your mind. What’s in style, what’s trendy, and who has the time to keep track? Don’t worry mommas, we’re here for you. Here are some easy and fashionable mom outfits that will have you looking and feeling your best, without the stress. Mom Outfits We Love...

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sunniesI thought it would be kinda nice to just write a regular ole blog post

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sunniesI thought it would be kinda nice to just write a regular ole blog post

 Like in the old days.  One that isn’t a tutorial or an explanation or really categorized as anything.  Just an update.  A news feed.  A post you can read in under an hour (or even a fraction of one) and it just gives an update of our life in this moment.  I mean….you guys haven’t seen these faces around here lately… Also I get questions constantly about things I listed on Instagram.  Things for sale, things that are great deals, etc.  sooooo this will also act as a weekly top 10 of things sold.  If you choose to click on...

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Best Concept Green Twin Quilt

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Best Concept Green Twin Quilt

Results 1 – 24 of 361 – Southshore Fine Linens – Vilano Springs Oversized 3 Piece Quilt Set, . Stitched Quilt Pattern – Twin/Twin XL Size, Includes 1 Quilt, 1 Sham . Set Reversible Bedspread Coverlet Bed Cover (Beige, Sage Green, Brown). Results 1 – 24 of 884 – Calla Angel Sage Garden Luxury Pure Cotton Quilt, King, Light Aqua. 4.4 out of . HollyHOME Solid Color Bed Quilt for Twin Size Bed, Teal. Shop Wayfair for the best sage twin quilt. Enjoy Free Shipping on most stuff, even big stuff. Shop Target for Green Quilts you will love at...

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Even though I was born/raised in Oregon, I have always resisted celebrating “sweater weather,” instead, opting for the more structured jacket in these fall months

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Even though I was born/raised in Oregon, I have always resisted celebrating “sweater weather,” instead, opting for the more structured jacket in these fall months

I suppose it’s because these knitted numbers can feel really frumpy due to my secret boobs or they cling in the wrong places (always around the waist or they show a bra strap, etc). For me, the cut and drape have to be good and the styling has to look intentional. Luckily my friend Suzanne is a stylist, so we went to Nordstrom and she taught me how to shop for and style sweaters in a fresh (and flattering) way, with some sweater-wearing tips that maybe you might be into, too. Not frumpy, more fun. Let’s get to it: 1....

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