April In The Burbs

Since I was a teenager of about 15, I've loved collecting vintage things. From old school skate boards, to mid century dishes, I  thought vintage was so cool. I recently opened up an Etsy shop, called Accumulate Awesome . In honor of Johnny cutting his first ever tooth, yay, I'm giving 20% off of all orders and free shipping!  Use code JOHNNYBGOOD at checkout to get your savings. Do you like vintage things our have any special collections?

Today Johnny and I took a tour of the newest Whole Foods location to hit Austin, in the Domain.  This location is easily accessible from Baker Lane or Mopac Expressway in Northwest Austin. Here's a few highlights of Johnny's first ever media tour! Man they start young these days ;)  Johnny was so excited to learn that the new Whole Foods is having their grabs opening on January 15th. This giant moss covered wall will feature seasonal dried flowers. We really loved all of the small details that make this store unique. Like using reclaimed wood and brick whenever possible. There's also so many features that you foodies will enjoy like a shuck then yourself oyster bar, a juice bar, and my personal favorite, freshly made ramen bar. There's a beer garden with a couple if intimate stage areas, including a play area for kids whose parents wish to relax with a beer (or three.). With their own parking garage, plenty of parking will ma...

We I recently attended my husband's holiday work party held at the Shady Springs Party Barn here in Austin, Texas.  The grounds are gorgeous, the staff so warm and friendly, and the bbq was mouth watering.  There were train rides for the kids,a bouncy house, a live DJ playing lots of fun country music, games of horseshoes, a fire pit to warm up by, and of course lots of cowboy hats and bandanas on hand. We had such a great time visiting, dancing a bit abs filling our bellies with new sausage and brisket!  I'd definitely suggest checking out Shady Springs Party Barn if you're local to Austin or the surrounding areas and looking for a rustic spot for your next event. What have been some of your most memorable work shindigs? 

You know that it's not the cost of something that counts. You see potential in items that others don't. You find yourself looking for hidden gems no matter where you are. You could spend hours in a thrift store and be happy. You know that a little paint can change some of the saddest objects into the coolest pieces. Your friends envy your thrifted finds. You can spend less than $10 and leave with bags full of goodies. It physically hurts you to spend full price on anything. You have a particular rout in thrift stores you like to take. Dishes, furniture, knick knacks, clothes. Macklemore's "Thrift Shop" is your JAM.