Author Archives: Stephany Rios

Where Do I Start…

Chances are, if you follow along on social, you are aware of some of the ups and downs that been happening lately with our business and life. Life in general is great! The kids are happy and healthy, we are looking forward to Christmas. Homeschool is going good, the kids keep us busy with theirContinueContinue reading “Where Do I Start…”

Favorite Purses & Bags

Do you buy purses or bags frequently? Or do you prefer to stick with one main bag? I remember when I was in high school I’d go to stores in the mall with the big wall of purses. I’d buy new ones frequently and had a collection of them. These days I lean more towardsContinueContinue reading “Favorite Purses & Bags”

Family Pictures 2023

Do you love getting family pictures taken? I love the results. I love freezing some intentional moments in time. I love having photos to reflect on and watch the kids grow up over the years. So the effort is worth it! Take the time to get those family pictures done. With Nella joining the family,ContinueContinue reading “Family Pictures 2023”

Visit Wallowa Lake, Oregon

Chris started his job yesterday. It’s the first time he’s been employed by someone else for our entire marriage! 14 years of self employment. We still have our small handmade jewelry business. He will continue to be very involved in its operations, as he has been for the past 5 years. This new job isContinueContinue reading “Visit Wallowa Lake, Oregon”

Q2 of Business for 2023

This one’s a hard one to write. Revenue for the 2nd quarter went from bad to worse. When I last reported, we were seeing a little bit of an up tick. It was short lived. Chris pulled some numbers and our revenue is down 50% from last year. It’s been rough. Chris and I haveContinueContinue reading “Q2 of Business for 2023”

Primary Bedroom Mood Board

When I was a young girl, we moved quite often. Once the move had happened, and we were unpacking, I would decorate the new mantle. Decorating was not something that my mom took interest in or maybe perhaps just didn’t have the time for, and she was more than happy to let me take theContinueContinue reading “Primary Bedroom Mood Board”

Lavender Farm | Living Local

We live in a small town. I’ve often thought, and said out loud, “there’s nothing to do here!” While our little town lacks amenities comparable to a big city, there are opportunities and events here. I’m starting a “Living Local” series. Here, I’ll share local places we visit and experiences we have. This series willContinueContinue reading “Lavender Farm | Living Local”

Our Entrepreneur Story | Pt. 1

Chris and I both grew up in families where our parents were employees. I think this reflects the average American family. They clocked in and clocked out. Over the years they had some jobs they liked more than others. But one thing was consistent, when you went to work and clocked in, you got paidContinueContinue reading “Our Entrepreneur Story | Pt. 1”