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Kristin C
Kristin C
Wife, mother, attorney, lover of all things neutral (including pink), and a true Libra on a never-ending search for balance.

Multi-tasker.  Eskimo kiss-giver.  Billable-hour warrior.  Expert waffle maker.  Avid diaper changer.   Kristin resides in northern Virginia with her husband, Jacob, daughters, Olivia and Emmeline, and Siberian Husky, Roho.  She practices commercial litigation in Washington, D.C. by day, manages her blog, the crisp little look book, by night, and spends every waking moment seeking balance and simplicity

My Stories

How to Avoid the Plastic Jungle

And create a fun, functional, and beautiful space to capture life’s most precious momentsWhen Olivia was born, I was one of those super enthusiastic mamas who couldn’t make a short...

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Selfishness Masquerading as Selflessness

“Your number one job as a mother is to make your child need you a little bit less every single day”A very wise woman said this to me only a...

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And Then There Were Two

It’s perfectly normal to be scared about the birth of your second child … but, yes, you’ll love her just as much as your first, and your first will love...

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The “Terrible-Twos” Tantrum Roadmap

“A two-year old is kind of like having a blender, but you don’t have a top for it.”- Jerry SeinfeldI was never really a Seinfeld fan, but this quote was...

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How to Rock your Morning Routine

If your life is anything like mine, your mornings are truly a wonder to behold … a daily ritual that tests my strength of will, creativity, and patience.  My alarm...

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Three Quick, Nutritious Breakfasts Your Littles Will Love

Old-Fashioned Oatmealthe hearty classic … that you can tweak each day for something newIn regards to nutrition, it’s hard to beat good old-fashioned oatmeal … but it needs to be...

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How to Create a Fun & Functional Play Area...with limited space

When Jacob, the girls, and I returned to the D.C. area this past fall after I gave birth to Emme, we knew we’d have to make due in a small...

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Beauty & Fashion

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The Stylish Mommy

Creating the Perfect Wardrobe … Mommy StyleOne of the most unexpected parts of becoming a mother was that it finally forced me to identify my own unique style and build...

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