The Balancing Act

Well, I had a feeling this would happen. I talk about wanting to start a blog for a year. I have a season of calm long enough to actually start that blog. Things stir up into another tornado of insanity and the blog is pushed to the side. It’s been a minute, and I haven’t forgotten…

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The Loft Apartment Project

If you could see me now, I’m sitting at home on my couch with a sleeping infant to my right. To my left are counter and cupboard samples and about 12 to-do lists. In front of me is a long line up of half written emails to builders, electricians, and suppliers. I’m taking a little “blogging break” to tell you more about what has (literally at the moment) fallen into my lap.

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A Nursery Makeover

Gosh. I just adore being a mom. It’s even more magical than I thought it would be. It’s smellier than I thought it would be. It’s definitely messier than I thought it would be. And then there’s all the baby stuff… I cannot believe the “stuff” that has piled up in our home since having kids … and that’s with Nick and I actively striving to keep the “stuff” at a minimum.

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Whats our name all about?

We get asked all the time where the name Aviator Jayne came from. What does Aviation have to do with home goods? Who the heck is Jayne? Seriously, I can’t tell you how many people have come into our shop thinking we sold plane parts.

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Aviator Jayne

Here we are – at last! My first blog post! This is a little intimidating and incredibly thrilling and humbling to get to share some thoughts, stories, and some of my life with you. I’m grateful…

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Mandy Pidek