Oh sad......bad hair......
Thursday, April 29, 2010
I'm halfway through....
Let me tell you, I actually did not want to read this book. I thought it was too pop-culture, too cliche, and too Oprah Book Club-y (well, it was an Oprah Book Club book and I do love Oprah, I DVR her everyday, so why do I care if it's an Oprah Book Club selection?) Anyway, one of my friends who teaches English at my school reads all of the time and she reads a really diverse collection of books and she's really smart. I remember her recommending it to me shortly after I started going through my divorce proceedings....I shook it off (knowing that I thought I was tooooooo goooooood for Eat, Pray, Love! ha ha!).
Anyway, I saw the trailer for the movie which will come out on August 10 and star Julia Roberts. The trailer grabbed me and I immediately starting thinking about how many days were between now and the release of the movie. Then, I thought....hmmmmm, this book may actually be something I could sink my teeth into and if I see the movie first, I'll never read the book!
Bottom line: I bought the book and so far, I love it. I'm halfway through and have been reading a little bit every night before bed. Right now, after I finish this post, I'm torn between: read more Eat, Pray, Love or grade Economics tests?? Hmmmmmm.....
Check out the book & the movie!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
House Painting Inspiration
So, this is the current look of my home (pic from last spring)
And, while I love green, I feel like my house is sort of blahhhhhhhhhhhhh looking! I like something snappy! Anyway, the paint is also chipping (even though my neighbors say the house was painted not too long ago...they must have used the wrong paint!?). I found this photo on HGTV.com's Curb Appeal website gallery and fell in love!
Getting an estimate in May, so stay tuned!!!
And, while I love green, I feel like my house is sort of blahhhhhhhhhhhhh looking! I like something snappy! Anyway, the paint is also chipping (even though my neighbors say the house was painted not too long ago...they must have used the wrong paint!?). I found this photo on HGTV.com's Curb Appeal website gallery and fell in love!
Getting an estimate in May, so stay tuned!!!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Thank you, Pier 1 & Homegoods!
Ah, how I love little finds at these two shops!
I found this lovely table runner for $39 that coordinates well w/ my living room decor (my dining area & living room adjoin, so I try to keep things consistent between the spaces). I also found this mosaic-style vase at Homegoods on clearance for $7!! Woo hoo!
I think it brings the space into the spring time juuuuuuuuuuuust a little bit!!!!
I found this lovely table runner for $39 that coordinates well w/ my living room decor (my dining area & living room adjoin, so I try to keep things consistent between the spaces). I also found this mosaic-style vase at Homegoods on clearance for $7!! Woo hoo!
I think it brings the space into the spring time juuuuuuuuuuuust a little bit!!!!
Monday, April 26, 2010
It would be cool if....
I could buy the following things......
Pottery Barn's Chesapeake Bench Ice Chest ($369)
I'm not sure what makes it a Chesapeake ice chest (maybe the wooden slats...) but it's a cool way to disguise a..........cooler!?!?!
A pretty Granny Smith apple green rug!
Artemis Stone Necklace by Stella & Dot ($298)
A lovely combo of green jade, lemon and smoky quartz, and chrsophase all complete a gorgeous look!
Azobe Wood Planters from Restoration Hardware ($495-$995 each)
According to their website, "Modeled on containers from 19th-century European orangeries, our exclusive planters are hand-built in Poland from wood that once supported drying bricks at a Belgian factory." WHOA!
Pottery Barn's Palmetto Outdoor Sectional ($4,000)
Pottery Barn's Chesapeake Bench Ice Chest ($369)
I'm not sure what makes it a Chesapeake ice chest (maybe the wooden slats...) but it's a cool way to disguise a..........cooler!?!?!
Meandering Meadow Rug by Anthropolgie ($998)
A pretty Granny Smith apple green rug!
Artemis Stone Necklace by Stella & Dot ($298)
A lovely combo of green jade, lemon and smoky quartz, and chrsophase all complete a gorgeous look!
Azobe Wood Planters from Restoration Hardware ($495-$995 each)
According to their website, "Modeled on containers from 19th-century European orangeries, our exclusive planters are hand-built in Poland from wood that once supported drying bricks at a Belgian factory." WHOA!
Pottery Barn's Palmetto Outdoor Sectional ($4,000)
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Things I need.....(well, kind of!)
These are products that I HIGHLY recommend. They are tried & true and absolutely part of my daily routine!!!
First off, my favorite face wash EVER: Olay Deep Cleansing for Oily/Combination Skin:
This sucker is hard to find too!!! Every drugstore (Rite Aid, Target, Walmart, etc) no longer carries it in my area! I check every time! But, I have bought it a Ulta and also, online at Amazon.com. I buy 2-3 at a time. It removes tons of dirt and oil (nothing is on my cotton ball when I use my Pro-Active Astringent) and makeup. I use Pro-Activ for acne control, but their cleanser doesn't really remove eye makeup or foundation too well, so I use this first. Love it!
Loreal Voluminous Mascara:
A genius mascara. Period. I never leave the house without it on my lashes.
Moroccan Oil Treatment:
My stylist got this product line in at her salon about 6 months ago. I thought it was just another product....just another gimmick. No. It is unreal! It seals, protects, conditions, controls, and shines your hair!!!! It's expensive, but honestly, I've searched high & low for the ideal hair smoother and styler. This is it. I put a littl ein before blowdrying, before flat ironing, and then to finish. (PS, my hair is thick, wavy, and coarse, so I can put that much in it. People with thin and prone to oil may not be able to do that).
Nasal Cleansing Neti Pot:
Around the age of 28, I started experiencing seasonal allergies. Now, at 30, they are worse than ever (coincidentally, the news say 2010 is the worst year for allergies in ages too!) So, I am really not that keen on taking an allergy pill everyday. I'd like to do something more natural. So, every night (or every morning) I use the Neti Pot to naturally cleanse my nasal and sinus passages. I've felt a huge difference. Love it! Hey, if it's been around for a thousand years, it must be tried & true, right? I bought this Neti Pot below at Whole Foods.
First off, my favorite face wash EVER: Olay Deep Cleansing for Oily/Combination Skin:
This sucker is hard to find too!!! Every drugstore (Rite Aid, Target, Walmart, etc) no longer carries it in my area! I check every time! But, I have bought it a Ulta and also, online at Amazon.com. I buy 2-3 at a time. It removes tons of dirt and oil (nothing is on my cotton ball when I use my Pro-Active Astringent) and makeup. I use Pro-Activ for acne control, but their cleanser doesn't really remove eye makeup or foundation too well, so I use this first. Love it!
Loreal Voluminous Mascara:
A genius mascara. Period. I never leave the house without it on my lashes.
Moroccan Oil Treatment:
My stylist got this product line in at her salon about 6 months ago. I thought it was just another product....just another gimmick. No. It is unreal! It seals, protects, conditions, controls, and shines your hair!!!! It's expensive, but honestly, I've searched high & low for the ideal hair smoother and styler. This is it. I put a littl ein before blowdrying, before flat ironing, and then to finish. (PS, my hair is thick, wavy, and coarse, so I can put that much in it. People with thin and prone to oil may not be able to do that).
Nasal Cleansing Neti Pot:
Around the age of 28, I started experiencing seasonal allergies. Now, at 30, they are worse than ever (coincidentally, the news say 2010 is the worst year for allergies in ages too!) So, I am really not that keen on taking an allergy pill everyday. I'd like to do something more natural. So, every night (or every morning) I use the Neti Pot to naturally cleanse my nasal and sinus passages. I've felt a huge difference. Love it! Hey, if it's been around for a thousand years, it must be tried & true, right? I bought this Neti Pot below at Whole Foods.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Yard updates....
April 23:
1. Did the first mow of the front yard
2. Spread insect disease killer
3. Spread Scotts Turfbuilder
4. Weeded front yard flower beds
5. Planted spring blooming perennials
6. Planted summer blooming perennial bulbs
April 24:
1. Mowed the yard
2. ATTACKED the overgrown, weedy flower beds. Here are the pics....
Note: the old woman who lived in my house since 1953 and raised 7 children (yes, 7 children!) in it has LOVELY perennials and an actual flower cutting garden. However, she went into a nursing home about 4 years ago. Then, her adult son lived here for a year and according to my neighbors, didn't do much with the back yard at all. Then, last summer when I had just moved in, I focused on my indoors and front yard only. This year, since I don't have may "indoor expenses," I am focusing mainly on the outdoors, and definitely on making my backyard with its fabulous space and deck to be a little sanctuary for reading over the summer time. It took me about 2 hours, but I cleared out all of the weeds, leaves, and crapolla!
Before 1: (leaf bags that I did a week ago before major rain, great! And, our local trash guys aren't picking up leaf/yard bags yet!)
AFTER 1: Whew! Cannot wait to plant some leafy green shrubs and flowers!
BEFORE 2: Other side of the deck. This flower bed is HUGE!!!
1. Did the first mow of the front yard
2. Spread insect disease killer
3. Spread Scotts Turfbuilder
4. Weeded front yard flower beds
5. Planted spring blooming perennials
6. Planted summer blooming perennial bulbs
April 24:
1. Mowed the yard
2. ATTACKED the overgrown, weedy flower beds. Here are the pics....
Note: the old woman who lived in my house since 1953 and raised 7 children (yes, 7 children!) in it has LOVELY perennials and an actual flower cutting garden. However, she went into a nursing home about 4 years ago. Then, her adult son lived here for a year and according to my neighbors, didn't do much with the back yard at all. Then, last summer when I had just moved in, I focused on my indoors and front yard only. This year, since I don't have may "indoor expenses," I am focusing mainly on the outdoors, and definitely on making my backyard with its fabulous space and deck to be a little sanctuary for reading over the summer time. It took me about 2 hours, but I cleared out all of the weeds, leaves, and crapolla!
Before 1: (leaf bags that I did a week ago before major rain, great! And, our local trash guys aren't picking up leaf/yard bags yet!)
AFTER 1: Whew! Cannot wait to plant some leafy green shrubs and flowers!
BEFORE 2: Other side of the deck. This flower bed is HUGE!!!
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