Posted in Sites you must visit on Oct 10th, 2009
Have you heard of this site? I have no idea if it’s super-popular. Maybe I just said the equivalent of “have you heard of Google?” Yes, I do live under a rock.
Anyway, it is appropriately titled some e-cards, and Hallmark it is not.
Here are some of my favorites:
Congratulations on your pregnancy
Columbus Day
Happy Birthday
Thinking of you
They [...]
Posted in Friday's Fabulous Find on Oct 9th, 2009
Edit: the only song I remember from high school choir (yes, I of the no-musical-talent was in choir. Stop laughing.) goes like this “Button up your overcoat when the wind is free. Take good care of yourself – you belong to me.” It is running through my head as I am working on this post. [...]
Posted in DIY Projects, Home Sweet Home, Inspiration on Oct 8th, 2009
An ode to fall decorating, in three acts:
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Act 1: Decor Inspiration
What can I say? I can’t get enough of fall decor! Fall is my most favorite season – crisp, cool air that requires blankets, and sweaters, and sweatpants (oh, sweatpants. Is there anything better?), beautiful foliage, cider, I could go on and on. But don’t [...]
Posted in Food on Oct 7th, 2009
I know, the title of this post is a little unlikely. But seriously – this is probably the lightest, most chic beef stroganoff recipe (wow…chic? really? beef?) that I’ve ever eaten.
On Tuesday evenings, while our husbands work/play/go to class, K, our good friend Abbie, and I make dinner together. There is always a lot of [...]
Posted in DIY Projects, Home Sweet Home, Inspiration on Oct 6th, 2009
(Are you hearing Stevie Wonder in your head? Good, me too)
Oh, do I have some big news for you!!! You may want to sit down (since I know most of you surf the internet standing up…..)
My quest for a fancy mirror is OVER!
That’s right, lovelies. I have found it! Here’s how it went down: On [...]
Posted in Furnishings, Home Sweet Home, Inspiration on Oct 5th, 2009
Whenever I flip through home decor magazines, I love seeing the glossy photos of giant picture walls – with funky frames and black and white prints or gilded mirrors paired with pretty patterns. Above is my first attempt at a photo grouping, as seen on our dining room wall. Albeit a bit weak, I really [...]
What does a teapot say to its lover?
Answer: Oh, Darjeeling!
Hahahahahahahaa. Ha. Eh. Hmm…
As a follow-up to K’s post about everyone’s favorite, coffee, I thought I should give some props to its ancient and adored relative: tea. Maybe coffee/espresso is all the rage, but tea has always had its place and isn’t losing steam. (wow – [...]
Posted in Beverages on Oct 3rd, 2009
I have a dilemma. I know, I know – what could possibly be wrong on a Saturday morning?!? Perhaps dilemma is too strong. I am known for tending toward the dramatic…..
Anyway. Recently I have decided to make the transition from my beloved Diet Coke (with a shot of Cherry Coke. Glory.) to coffee. Why would [...]
Posted in Friday's Fabulous Find on Oct 2nd, 2009
In my hometown, hours and hours away from where I currently live, stalkers, there is a fabulous Dutch bakery. Forget agriculture – I’m pretty sure the town’s economy is built on almond patties and freshly baked rolls and doughnuts.
The bakery expanded a few years ago to include a kitchen/knickknacky section. There are adorable bowls, funky [...]
Posted in DIY Projects, Inspiration, Sites you must visit on Oct 1st, 2009
I’m just going to put it out there – I am loving Martha Stewart right now (and, who am I kidding, always). She is my hero, and I will do whatever she says. Except for, you know, investing tips. My current favorite MS project is her tissue paper pom poms. And NOT because I was a [...]