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While I Was Out…

I’m baaaack!

It’s crazy to feel like so much has happened in only a week away from the blog world. I am definitely that annoying person butting into your conversation or interrupting at the end of a movie, “What’s going on? What happened? What did I miss?” Besides going to bed at a decent time every night (what a concept, right?), wrapping up two projects and signing four more, and FINALLY getting on Instagram, here’s what my week looked like:

In case you missed it, my home was featured on the Glitter Guide last week! The response was truly overwhelming and I so appreciated everyone’s kind words!

I received an award from my peers in the Junior League of Orange County, CA for the work I did on our charity fundraiser’s materials last year. I was so surprised and really honored, as I admire these ladies like you have no idea.

I got to take a quick trip to Palm Springs to judge the ADDY advertising awards. It was a great experience and although my brain was pretty fried by the end, I would totally do it again!

It wasn’t all work — we got to squeeze in a date night at the new hot spot Tinto. Basque tapas, people: duck confit with black cherry, pork belly with honey lacquer, donuts with date-olive oil ice cream…yah, I know. Insanely good.

After seeing this A.Wang-ish rocker chic iPhone case on Gold & Gray, I HAD. TO. HAVE. ONE. Mine now. ;o)

And thankfully, I got lots of “unrushed” time with my munchkin.

Oh and I guess, find me on Instagram so I can follow you!

Hope you had a great week too! xoxo

Erika Brechtel

Erika's passion for guiding women to "Style Your Biz, Your Home, Your Self, Your Life" led her create 'The E List' (formerly the Small Shop blog) in 2010. Since, she's expanded globally into speaking, mentoring, course offerings, angel investing, and social entrepreneurship through the Élanoura Collective for women founders.

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  3. Things That Sparkle says

    I still cannot get over how much I love your beautiful home!! And just added you to my blogroll, no idea why you werent there years ago, so sorry about that! Hope you’re enjoying an extra day off! xoxo

  4. Samantha Penner says

    Oh my gosh I have to have that iPhone case, too!! I am so glad you got an Instagram. You will love it. And of course your feature on the GG was OUT OF THIS WORLD. :)

    XO!

  10. Lily says

    The case looks SO cute !!! I think I need one…and Im definitely going to follow you on Instagram…isnt is addicting ? :)

    xxLily
    goldandgray.com

  12. elizabeth says

    I am back now too and will take several days to get back into the swing of things… glad you got tons of time with your fam…missed you!
    xoxo -e (modern24seven)

    • Bettina says

      I saw your comment, it didn’t go to spam :) You should also download Frametastic, I use that one to put multiple photos in one picture, and Camera + let’s you apply different effects to your photos.

  15. Neda says

    Welcome back…missed you! I’m so glad you had a great week and got to spend some quality time with your little munchkin! xx

  17. Jaclyn says

    Love your little snapshots :) Congratulations on the great achievements, like Junior League and your amazing Glitter Guide feature.

  18. Natalie says

    LOVED your feature on GG — one of my faves so far! That iPhone case is gorgeous, adding to my wish list. And how sweet is your munchkin? Adorable!

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