Author Archives: Kelli Trontel

Christmas Tree Ornament Tradition

Its that time of year again were we head over to Stumptown Art Studio, just walking distance from our coffee shop…..and Ezra makes his very own Christmas ornament to hang on our tree! We started this tradition in 2012, Ezra’s first Christmas at 5 months old. Ezra really enjoyed this activity this year. He loved […]

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Hunt and Cut 2015

We gathered once again with friends….and hunted for the perfect Christmas tree. I leave the cutting down the tree part to Reed. It’s a lot of hard work, but he’s certainly the man for the job! This annual Hunt and Cut has looked different for us every year [check out 2013 & 2014]. The locations and […]

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Thanksgiving 2015

The last time we were in Boise for Thanksgiving was 2011. Reed and I sat around the table with my sisters and mom….and we told them we were expecting a baby. It was a pretty exciting season for us. This Thanksgiving looked a lot different. Mom wasn’t at the table this year. However, I was […]

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Artifact Uprising

I’ve been a fan of Artifact Uprising since they launched their business. I love everything about their brand, their story and their vision. I mean….their tagline is incredible “Inspired By The Disappearing Beauty Of The Tangible.” They had me at that right there. I’ve printed the wood block set, as well as the Instagram Photo […]

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#ichoosethankfulness

“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will […]

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