we have an artificial tree and have used it for 5 years and will probably use it for several more just because we have it. It seems to be less work and economically cheaper than a real tree.

oh, that beautiful wallpaper! It makes me sad that its hiding behind all those picture frames.

I think this is a great idea. I would leave out the games and stories and have people bring pictures, food and music. That sounds like a fun party to me. My friends are always fighting over the ...

We have the changing table in yellow in our nursery at home!

we have a modern house as well. Check out the shades at shade store. They have a nice line and some pretty good options.

whoa, those stuffed animals are taking up waaaayy to much prime real estate for my house. She's lucky she has the space for that!

that's a real bummer.

I might be in the minority but a duvet for a toddler bed sounds like a complete waste of money. I would probably make something or use a crib blanket until he/she moved out of the toddler bed.

We have the cavallini papers map of the United States hanging above our daughter's changing table. It has some really great shades of pink, blue and yellow.

FYI--The wallpaper from the bedroom looks like its from Ferm Living. http://www.fermlivingshop.us/wallpaper...

I just watched this movie this weekend and was wondering when it was going to be mentioned here!

We opened the gifts at my one year old's party because the timing and mood was right for it. I think a lot of people enjoyed seeing a very excited little girl open presents. I hope we can continue...

also, what kind of rocker is that?

also, love the ideas the Sarah Richardson ideas with the exterior. The house is very similiar. I think my next question to everyone will be what to do with all the indoor rock gard...

great ideas everyone! Thanks for the tips on the "feichler" (fake eichler). I like the idea of saving some money and hiring a professional. and yes, we're in Alexandria.

At 36 weeks I was told not to go to work by doctors so I took advantage of the day off and went to the DMV to renew my drivers license. Um, I was admitted to hospital bedrest the next day and deli...

Sungiiis! or sunglasses as she likes to call them. keys, cups, DVD player, anything in the recyle bin, flashlights, and of course the computer with mouse. She also enjoys going thro...

This is our last week living in Dupont Circle. We have a small child and one on the way and are moving to Va this weekend. Living in the city is just wonderful--especially with a small child. It...

We use this booster chair instead of a highchair and think its fantastic! I would recognize it anywhere!

We got my daughter the plan toys shopping cart and she took off as soon as we got it together.