Archives for October 2011

Today I'm linking up with The Daybook for Awkward and Awesome Thursday! Awkward1. Limping around this morning in my high heels thanks to agreeing to do the "insanity" workout with the husband last night. I just realized that some people might interpret that the wrong way...it's an actual work out dvd. Geesh, keep your mind out of the gutter! Oh my ... Read More

Happy Monday everyone! As usual, the weekend went by way too fast. We spent the weekend enjoying the beautiful fall weather and doing fun stuff like cleaning out the garage. Just kidding....that was NOT fun. We also attended  semi-formal "dance" put on by the student group that I advise at work. It was at a museum and there was a carousel. ... Read More

So I finally got around to decorating my house for fall...and first up was a new wreath. My old wreath had been on our door for a year (yikes!) so it was definitely time to switch things up a bit. And here it is! I love how it turned out. And the best part is that it was really simple to make. First you'll need to gather your supplies: a wreath ... Read More

Today I'm linking up with Sydney at The Daybook for Awkward and Awesome Thursday....and you should too!Awkward 1. Handing over a bag of my dog's poo to the vet. In a brown bag. With his name on it. No, it's not his lunch bag..... 2. Having to wonder why most of my awkward moments revolve around poo. 3. Forgetting to change out of my "staining the ... Read More

Happy Wednesday! Today I'm linking up with The Vintage Apple for Pinteresting Wednesday. Haven't joined Pinterest yet? What are you waiting for! Pinterest is a great place to pin ideas for crafts, meals, outfits...you name it! But be warned...it's seriously addicting! If you need an invite to join Pinterest send me an e-mail and I'll hook you ... Read More

I've discovered a new form of torture. It's called staining your deck. After working on it on and off for a few months it's finally done. Oh my word. Never again! I probably logged in about 10 hours on this project....the husband probably closer to 40. Needless to say we are so glad it's done! Here is what the deck look liked when we first had it ... Read More

Happy Monday everyone! Or should I say, Happy Columbus Day? The husband has today off so I took it off too. Only fair, right? Over the weekend I got to visit my friend Kate and her two adorable little ones. Kate and I went to high school together in California and now we've both ended up out here in Michigan.  Baby Finn. Isn't he just ... Read More

Thank you for all of your sweet anniversary messages yesterday! We had a great, low-key, evening together. We went out for a dinner...it was so nice not to have to cook! After dinner we watched some TV, walked the dog, and then went out for ice cream.Yum. And yes, I had already changed into my comfy clothes. Just keepin' it real!  The husband ... Read More

10.5.08. Hands down, best day of my life. On my own I'm only Half of what I could be I can't do without you We are stitched togetherAnd what love has tetheredI pray we never undo God gave me you for the ups and downs God gave me you for the days of doubt For when I think I've lost my wayThere are no words here left to say, it's true God gave me ... Read More

Last  year I made a monogram pumpkin and it was so easy and cute that I decided to do it again this year. This project takes about 15 minutes and only costs a few dollars. You'll need a large pumpkin, initial stencil, pen, black crafting paint, and a small paint brush. I had all of these items on hand so my cost was zero! First up, make your ... Read More