tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10720300738787755742024-02-19T08:54:06.721-06:00Polka Dots & Sprinklesa blog about enjoying the simple things that I love and that inspire me with some big surprises along the wayLaurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-74300720585768505912012-04-23T15:10:00.000-05:002012-04-23T15:16:28.034-05:00Our Nest Is ExpandingSo, for the past several weeks I have had great intentions of posting about the changes happening in our lives, but for one reason or the other my intentions have not become a reality...until today. Well, we are expecting our first baby and I am super close too...as in about a month away from my due date! We are so excited and feel so blessed about this wonderful gift! I have had a very smooth pregnancy, I've really enjoyed it actually, and I feel so grateful for that because I know that's definitely not the case with many women. We have been super busy preparing for our little baby that will be here very soon. The nursery was painted weeks ago, the crib is assembled, and the other furniture pieces have been put in their places, I just have the final touches to wrap up and I can't wait to share some photos when it is all complete! :)<br />
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I apologize in advance if I'm boring y'all to tears, but if you're at all interested in seeing how my pregnancy has been coming along, I've posted some pictures below from over the past eight months (wow, that's a long time!)...<br />
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Matt, the day we found out our big news!</div>
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Me and one of my best friends at her baby shower. I'm about two months here.</div>
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Us at Thanksgiving. I'm about three months along.</div>
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New Year's 2012! About 4 months along here.</div>
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20 weeks - halfway!</div>
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This does not pertain to this post, but I just wanted to share a picture of this cute beach chair Matt got me for my birthday in January! I can't wait to use it soon!</div>
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31 weeks</div>
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32 weeks along. This was when my big baby shower was. It was incredible and I had the best time!</div>
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Easter Sunday - a little over 33 weeks!</div>
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I don't have much longer now and Matt & I can't wait to meet our little baby!</div>
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<br /></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-89046672343331486522012-03-28T13:00:00.000-05:002012-03-28T13:00:12.919-05:00Spring Is In The AirI have been loving the weather that we've been having! It has felt like spring and actually a lot of times like summer for several weeks now! Our winter was actually very mild compared to last year and nothing to complain about, but I am loving all of the blooms and flowers and green grass sprouting up all over. Easter is a little more than a week away and I've had our decorations up for a little while now, so I thought I would share a few pictures from around our house...<br />
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Last night - along with many, many others, I tuned into the Oscars to see all of the dazzling gowns and jewels. There were not any crazy shockers just lots of pretty gowns and shoes and jewels. Here are my favorites from last night's evening...</div>
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Milla Jovovich in Elie Saab. Far and away my favorite. I think she looked flawless from head-to-toe.</div>
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Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton. I'm always so excited to see what she will be wearing because I love her and I usually love what she choses to wear. That coral color is gorgeous and I absolutely love that she carried an unexpected hot pink clutch! I also love her necklace and that brooch. The details on this gown are stunning!</div>
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Octavia Spencer in Tadashi Shoji. I love this gown alone and I love this gown on her. She was glowing. I also loved her acceptance speech.</div>
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Jessica Chastain in Alexander McQueen. I'll admit, at first I was not crazy about this dress, but the more I looked a it, the more I liked it. Her hair and makeup looked incredible as well. She's just so pretty.</div>
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Glenn Close in Zac Posen. Perfection. She looked so good and was very age appropriate. </div>
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Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford. I mean she always looks good. I have mixed feelings about the cape and hair, but she looks great.</div>
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Maya Rudolph in Johanna Johnson. From the hair to the dress - I loved it all.</div>
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Tina Fey in Carolina Herrera. I was hoping she would chose something other than a dark color, but let's be honest, she looked fantastic.</div>
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Viola Davis in Vera Wang. I'm obsessed with the color and the detailing on the bottom of this gown. I do not love the fit of the top though...a bit too tight.</div>
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Lastly, Angelina Jolie in Atelier Versace. She always looks incredible, but the posing was over the top. To present an award and then have one of the winners mimic the pose you're trying so hard to stay in was hilarious to me. She looked great, I just wish she had not tried to make the slit in her dress so glaringly obvious all night.</div>
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Well, Valentine's Day is tomorrow. I love Valentine's day for the fun of it. We don't do a big to-do for Valentine's day - no crowded, over-priced dinner out - more like romantic home cooked meal in our own home, just the two of us - sounds perfect. I hope your Valentine's day is lovely, however you chose to celebrate it (or not)!<br />
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Of course I decorate for Valentine's Day! Here is the Valentine's Day wreath I made last month for our front door.</div>
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I made this Valentine's Day garland last year</div>
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Sweet Valentine's Day cookies. Love the colors.</div>
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*Wreath and garland photos courtesy of me. All other images courtesy of <a href="http://pinterest.com/">Pinterest</a>.</div>
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Either one of these stunning necklaces is sure to make any girl on your list one happy lady!</div>
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*Pretty <a href="http://shop.elvafields.com/collections/necklaces/products/legend-and-lore">gold necklace</a>, gorgeous <a href="http://shop.elvafields.com/collections/necklaces/products/metropolitan-magnificance">turquoise necklace</a>, chevron striped <a href="http://iomoi.stores.yahoo.net/greatgiftsunder50.html">tote bag</a>, <a href="http://www.paper-source.com/cgi-bin/paper/item/Rifle-Floral-Notepad/3202.010/496873.html">floral notepad</a>, <a href="http://iomoi.stores.yahoo.net/phonecases.html">personalized phone cases</a>, wood handled <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=B22972475&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=102">whisk</a>, <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=23875362&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=066">Small Sweet Treats cookbook</a>, <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/ACCESSORIES/scarveshatsgloves/PRDOVR~58424/58424.jsp">polka-dot hat</a>, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_sizes/size512shoes/size5/PRDOVR~54748/99102521609/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~slippers/54748.jsp">moccasin slippers</a>, cute <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=B20517520&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=040">whale notepad</a>, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/jewelry/bracelets/PRDOVR~68711/99102618803/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~bracelet/68711.jsp">sparkly bracelet</a>, <a href="http://www.paper-source.com/cgi-bin/paper/item/Whiskey-Stones/3307.010/489816.html">Whiskey Rocks</a>, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens_feature/NewArrivals/accessories/PRDOVR~58057/99102541319/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~dodocase/58057.jsp">iPad DODOcase</a>, automatic-return <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Executive-Putting-Cup--Hear-Your-Putt/dp/B001NILGX8/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1323368097&sr=8-18">portable putting cup</a>, sparkling <a href="http://www.dwellstudio.com/unique-gifts/gifts-by-recipient/gifts-for-the-hostess/gold-triangles-drinking-glass.html">gold glasses</a>, set of <a href="http://www.serenaandlily.com/Decor/New-Decor-This-Season-Inlay-Cheese-Knives">cheese knives</a>, round <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=23298318&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=011">picture frame</a></div>
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<br />Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-32347961999371428532011-11-16T16:07:00.001-06:002011-11-17T11:16:36.103-06:00Giving ThanksThanksgiving is about one week away, can you believe it?! November is flying by! I will be busy next week making all sorts of stuff for for our annual get together with Matt's family. I am planning on making my usual contribution, homemade cranberry sauce, along with an assortment of sweet treats. I am excited to see everyone, but I'm sure that I will be busy preparing up until the last minute. Here are some pretty Thanksgiving products and images I've found to help get you in the spirit (if you aren't already)...<br />
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Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you and your family have a safe and happy holiday!
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*<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MaryKateMcDevitt?ref=ss_profile">Happy Thanksgiving print</a>, <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/wild-turkey-porcelain-serving-platter/?pkey=cdinnerware-thanksgiving-decor&cm_src=productsearch">turkey platter</a>, <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/heirloom-pumpkin-salad-plates/?pkey=cthanksgiving-tabletop">pumpkin serving pieces</a>, <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/holidays/thanksgiving/turkey-potholder-and-turkey-mitt/f44180">turkey potholder and oven mitt</a>, <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/thanksgiving-dessert-plates-c534/?pkey=cthanksgiving-decorations">dessert plates</a>, all other images courtesy of <a href="http://www.google.com/">Google</a>.Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-30932756015805169302011-11-03T13:37:00.000-05:002011-11-03T13:37:16.411-05:00Bundling UpWith the temperature consistently dropping outside, it's definitely time to pull out the outerwear. I happen to love coats and jackets. I have a bunch of jackets and coats to mix things up because I wear them all late fall and winter long. It gets cold enough in many parts of the country that the only part of your outfit that is ever seen all winter long is your outerwear, so why not make it really cute?! Today I am going to focus mainly on coats, but that's likely because it's really cold and rainy outside right now.<br />
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Gorgeous classic wool camel trench</div>
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If you love leopard print, here's the perfect coat for you.</div>
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Cute cobalt blue coat</div>
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Another classic trench coat</div>
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Classic Burberry quilted jacket</div>
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Fun kelly green coat</div>
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Alexa Chung for Madewell navy plaid coat</div>
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*Wool <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/outerwear/wool/PRDOVR~49612/49612.jsp">camel trench</a>, <a href="http://us.asos.com/Vila%20Vintage%20Style%20Belted%20Coat/wmux8/?iid=1659537&cid=2641&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Winter+red&mporgp=L1ZpbGEvVmlsYS1WaW50YWdlLVN0eWxlLUJlbHRlZC1Db2F0L1Byb2Qv">belted red coat</a>, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/milly-bianca-belted-leopard-print-coat/3216910?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=3272">leopard print Milly coat</a>, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/outerwear/wool/PRDOVR~49360/49360.jsp">purple peacoat</a>, <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=545168&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results">military inspired cape</a>, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/outerwear/wool/PRDOVR~49619/49619.jsp">cobalt blue coat</a>, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/london-fog-double-breasted-trench/3238961?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=0">classic trench</a>, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/burberry-brit-quilted-short-jacket/3088642?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=0">Burberry quilted jacket</a>, <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Coat-With-Fold-Over-Collar/wu10u/?iid=1726811&cid=2641&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Green&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1Db2F0LVdpdGgtRm9sZC1PdmVyLUNvbGxhci9Qcm9kLw..">kelly green coat</a>, <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/JACKETS/PRDOVR~53068/53068.jsp">Alexa Chung for Madewell coat</a>, <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=552614&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results">faux fur vest</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-31820822412265293822011-10-27T10:44:00.000-05:002011-10-27T12:51:45.333-05:00Boot Loot 2011It's that time of the year again, the time so many girls get very excited for...it's time for boots! I love boots and even though it's the end of October, the temperatures have been fluctuating a lot here so I have been switching up my daily style of shoe choice based on whether it's 80 or 50-something degrees outside. I have already worn a few pairs of boots this fall and based on the upcoming forecast, it looks like soon I will be able to wear my boots whenever I would like. Here are some boots that have caught my eye this season...<br />
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Yes, please. And now let's look at the gorgeous backs, shall we...</div>
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Sexy high heeled booties. Fun for a night out.</div>
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Mid-calf boots. Loving the contrast of the leather and suede.</div>
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Classics. And they'll last too.</div>
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Super cute camel booties.</div>
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These look comfortable. And I like the gray option too.</div>
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How fun are these pink Hunter's?! I have them in brown and they're my go-to for rainy or snowy days, plus they are really comfortable.</div>
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Or these bright pink Sperry's are just as fun. When it's gloomy outside and you're not feeling it, these could be the perfect remedy.</div>
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Happy Halloween!<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*Fun <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/happy-halloween-wallie-wall-decal/?pkey=e%7Chappy%2Bhalloween%2Bwall%2Bdecal%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7Cviewall%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">wall decal</a>, cute <a href="http://www.countryliving.com/homes/halloween-party-decor#fbIndex1">Halloween party decor</a>, Halloween <a href="http://www.bhg.com/halloween/crafts/frightfully-frugal/#page=7">flower vase</a>, <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/halloween-appetizer-plates/?pkey=e%7Challoween%2Bappetizer%2Bplates%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">appetizer plates</a>, adorable <a href="http://www.midwestliving.com/homes/seasonal-decorating/fall-door-decorating/#page=8">door decoration</a>, <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/twig-lit-spider-web/?pkey=e%7Cspider%2Bweb%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7Cviewall%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">twig spider web</a>, <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/kitchen-and-food/specialty-cookware/staub-pumpkin-covered-casserole/s243925">pumpkin casserole dish</a>, <a href="http://www.wisteria.com/Spook-Head-Trio/productinfo/W4630/">set of spooky yard stakes</a>, <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/handmade/how-to-make-a-halloween-jack-o-totem/index.html">jack-o'-totem</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-55313151092551645462011-09-28T10:49:00.000-05:002011-09-28T10:50:37.709-05:00It's Fall Y'allFall officially began last Friday and I could not be more excited. Along with the cooler weather, fall also includes great clothes and boots which I am so excited about because of all the wonderful textures and layering. I also love everything else that fall brings with it, the leaves changing colors, pumpkin patches, football, apple picking, and homemade soup. Here are some of my favorite elements that come along with fall...<br />
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Pretty outerwear, like this camel cape.</div>
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The perfect pumpkin wreath</div>
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A gorgeous fall flower arrangement</div>
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Pretty mercury glass pumpkins</div>
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Happy Fall!<br />
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*<a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/helene-berman-wool-blend-cape/3172548?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=1752">Camel cape</a>, <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/leopard-plaid-scarf-yarnz/vp/v=1/845524441917000.htm?folderID=2534374302062834&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=11841">plaid + leopard print scarf</a>, <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/pumpkin-patch-wreath/?pkey=e%7Cpumpkin%2Bwreath%7C3%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C3&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">pumpkin wreath</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/271955/fall-flower-arrangements">fall flower arrangement</a>, <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/mercury-pumpkin/?pkey=e%7Cantique%2Bmercury%2Bglass%2Bpumpkin%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&group=1&sku=395111&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">mercury glass pumpkins</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/pumpkin-recipes-1#slide_15">pumpkin muffins</a>, <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/barbara-eigen-ceramic-pumpkin-salt-pepper-set/?pkey=e%7Cpumpkin%7C12%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C8&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">pumpkin salt and pepper cellars</a>, <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/gold-glass-acorn-vase-filler/?pkey=e%7Cacorn%7C5%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C2&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">acorn vase fillers</a>, <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/rattan-pumpkins/?pkey=e%7Cwoven%2Brattan%2Bpumpkin%7C1%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C1&group=1&sku=393777&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-">rattan pumpkins</a>. All other images courtesy of <a href="http://www.google.com/">Google</a>, <i><a href="http://www.countryliving.com/">Country Living</a></i>, and <a href="https://www.tumblr.com/">Tumblr</a>.Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-71094215468069263072011-09-22T10:18:00.000-05:002011-09-22T10:18:30.499-05:00Bag LadyI am an accessories girl. I absolutely adore clothes, but I love accessories. I get giddy over shoes, bags, jewelry, belts, scarves, etc. I just love how accessories can really change an outfit. I love that accessories can make a go-to dress or outfit feel fresh and new. Accessories are so fun to me and there are so many great options. With the beginning of fall literally starting tomorrow I decided to share some handbags and clutches that I think are great for the upcoming season.<br />
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Polka dotted clutch with brown buckle detailing. Sold!</div>
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I love anything in cobalt. And I adore the gold tipped point on this clutch.</div>
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Hello bright pink stripe. You just made my day.</div>
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Another great envelope clutch...this time in leopard!</div>
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Absolutely adore the contrast. So fantastic.</div>
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My husband would laugh if I purchased this bag because of it's mini size. I tend to carry too much stuff around in my bags (unless I'm carrying a clutch for an evening), so this darling little bag is not very practical for me, but I still think it's super cute.</div>
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Gah! This color blocking rocks. I like a lot. And you can't see it in this image, but the short handle is another shade of gorgeous blue! Swoon x's 100.</div>
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This bag is also a bit small, but it's just too pretty to ignore.</div>
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*darling <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=22753404&catId=ACCESSORIES-BAGS&pushId=ACCESSORIES-BAGS&popId=JEWELRYACCESSORIES&navCount=30&color=041&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=ACCESSORIES-BAGS-CLUTCHES&templateType=subCategory">polka dotted clutch</a>, <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Pyramid-Lock-Envelope-Clutch/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1724781&cid=8730&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Cobalt">cobalt twist-lock clutch</a>, <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=23106016&catId=ACCESSORIES-BAGS&pushId=ACCESSORIES-BAGS&popId=JEWELRYACCESSORIES&navCount=30&color=066&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=ACCESSORIES-BAGS-TOTES&templateType=subCategory">single pink stripe tote</a>, <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Slot-Through-Portfolio-Clutch/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1726509&cid=8730&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Leopard">leopard print portfolio clutch</a>, <a href="http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=54338&vid=1&pid=892942&scid=892942002">black + brown handbag</a>, mini <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Contrast-Handle-Across-Body-Bag/wame8/?iid=1588593&cid=8730&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Cobalt&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1Db250cmFzdC1IYW5kbGUtQWNyb3NzLUJvZHktQmFnL1Byb2Qv">cobalt cross body</a>, bright <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Leather-Color-Block-Satchel/wb1a4/?iid=1582081&cid=8730&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Turquoise&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1MZWF0aGVyLUNvbG91ci1CbG9jay1TYXRjaGVsL1Byb2Qv">color block satchel</a>, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/handbags/leatherbags/PRDOVR~44804/44804.jsp">red ladylike bag</a>, seafoam <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Leather-Twist-Lock-Vintage-Style-Satchel/w5z70/?iid=1557231&cid=8730&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Green&mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1MZWF0aGVyLVR3aXN0LUxvY2stVmludGFnZS1TdHlsZS1TYXRjaGVsL1Byb2Qv">green satchel</a>, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/marc-by-marc-jacobs-classic-q-hillier-hobo/3052750?origin=category&resultback=5201">Marc Jacobs hobo</a>, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/steven-by-steve-madden-animal-print-calf-hair-clutch/3230490?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=1">zebra print envelope clutch</a>, <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/us/en/zara-us-W2011/118156/478102/LARGE%2BFASHION%2BBAG">kelly green bag</a>, <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/us/en/zara-us-W2011/118156/493046/LARGE%2BCOMBINED%2BCLUTCH%2BBAG">pretty blues clutch</a>, fabulous <a href="http://deuxlux.com/product/duffles/DL1010-21.html">duffle bag</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-18493253099108097332011-09-14T13:57:00.000-05:002011-09-15T12:02:29.635-05:00Missoni for Target Mayhem<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yesterday, like many others, I braved Target first thing in the morning for the debut of the Missoni for Target line. I have been an admirer of Missoni for years, eyeing their gorgeous prints in magazines and on television when some celebrity is sporting their garb. When I first heard of their line for Target months and months ago I was already anticipating it's arrival. I have been gawking over all of the mags throughout the past few months with photos of pieces of the line and I went through the whole lookbook online a while ago. I had been building up a mental wish list of the goods I wanted. Now, clearly Target did an amazing job with the marketing for this line which only made it more and more sought out. I think many people who normally may have not have been interested almost felt a need to get their hands on pieces of the Missoni for Target line due to all of the insane hype. I mean, the site had crashed first thing in the morning and was having serious issues all day yesterday. I got on the site last night just to see if anything was left and it was still having issues.<br />
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Back to my crazy adventure. So, I got there at 8:05am due to some unexpected insane traffic. The parking lot was already crowded for 8am. I hit up the clothes first and grabbed the four items I had my eye on. Score! Directly across from the clothes were the adorable accessories. I was able to get the scarf I wanted as well as the tote bag. The accessories were already looking picked over and it must have been 8:10. Next I marched over to the highly anticipated home items. I headed over to the pillows and throws shelf first which was completely empty. Completely. Dang it, I really wanted one of those gorgeous throws. Then I wandered over to the tableware and picked up some adorable tumblers, mugs, and trays. The nesting prep bowls I wanted so bad were gone, only to be seen in the few carts of the girls who were able to get their hands on them first. After tableware I decided to walk back over to the pillows and throws shelf and a super sweet worker let me know that they were currently grabbing some more of the inventory from the back, so I decided to stand there and wait for a few minutes. Several other girls took notice and gathered around, all anticipating this extra inventory. Within minutes two men walked up dragging one of those large flat beds on wheels with several stacked boxes on it. I swear the men looked scared as they approached this large crowd of girls gathered around hovering over their full carts crazily anticipating what was going to come out of those boxes. One of the men then opened the first box and kindly handed me one of the most-wanted throws I had been waiting on. Yay! Then, I kid you not, the men just started to rip open the boxes and toss the pillows and throws into the crazy crowd of screaming girls with their hands in the air. Pure hysteria and when you think about it, freaking hilarious. Sheesh. Needless to say the rest of the inventory was gone just as soon as those men got those boxes open! I then finished meandering throughout the rest of the store since all of the Missoni merchandise was on the end caps of the aisles. I scored some of the flats, beauty items, and stationery. My sister, Katie and I texted and talked throughout our local Missoni for Target trips about our finds and experiences which was comical! I have failed to mention that throughout the more than two hours I was in Target (that's right more than two hours! Absurd, i know!) I filtered through my cart at least ten times trying to leave only the things i really loved. I mean, how many freakin' note books do I need (no matter how cute they were!) and I don't even really use pencils! After one last edit of my cart I was finally leaving Target - still with too much Missoni. Here are some of the items I was lucky enough to get my hands on...<br />
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Here are the super adorable prep bowls I wanted, but was not lucky enough to leave with (Katie scored the last set at her Target, lucky girl!)...</div>
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Oh, and I have to say that even though it felt like black Friday on steroids all of the workers were so nice and all of the way too excited girls were really sweet to one another...we were all talking and laughing at ourselves! :)<br />
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*All images courtesy of <a href="http://www.target.com/">Target</a> and <a href="http://www.google.com/">Google</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-61167695227417684082011-09-07T12:27:00.000-05:002011-09-07T12:45:18.099-05:00Sprinkling in Some Glam: Football SeasonIt's that time of the year, fall is quickly approaching and everyone in the south is excited about the new college football season! Matt and I as well as our families and many of our friends are very happy and excited to welcome the new season. And with the NFL season starting next week, I know that ours as well as many other's weekends will be devoted to football both days. I love college football and I am very interested in many games. I don't mind the NFL, but I do not get that involved in it...my husband does. With the next several weekends being football fulfilled I try to have as much fun with it as I can. I like to lightly decorate and have fun party food ready for the games. I have mentioned this before, but my team is Alabama and Matt's is Georgia Tech, so this post is a bit biased! Here are some ideas to spruce up your home and entertaining for college football season (many of them are available in your team of choice of course)!...
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Fun wine charms so everyone knows which glass is theirs
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Super-cute University of Alabama burlap door hanger</div>
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This polka dot GA Tech magnetic notepad is great for the kitchen</div>
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Adorable paper party plates with some equally adorable napkins to go along...</div>
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Love this darling wooden Alabama wreath</div>
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Pretty silver football dish which is great for any team, college of NFL</div>
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Charming little GA Tech cupcake toppers</div>
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Cornhole is always fun and entertaining for tailgating or football get togethers at home. We could use these Alabama boards along with these GA Tech bags to include both teams :)</div>
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Here are a couple of our personal GA Tech goods. We use those jersey salt+pepper shakers all season long and we get plenty of use out of the serving dish as well.</div>
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Matt is an alumnus of Georgia Tech and I am a big Alabama fan, but I am actually an alumnus of The University of South Alabama. South Alabama does have a football team now (which began in 2009) and they are in the Sun Belt Conference. I definitely root for my alma mater, but the football team is still new, so the product selection is not quite that broad yet. We were undefeated in 2009 and 2010 and we won our season opener last Thursday! Go Jags!</div>
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Happy football season!<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*Fun GA Tech <a href="http://www.footballfanatics.com/COLLEGE_GA_Tech_Yellow_Jackets_Kitchen_And_Bar/Georgia_Tech_Yellow_Jackets_Glassware_Charm_Set">wine charms</a>, pretty <a href="http://www.footballfanatics.com/COLLEGE_Alabama_Crimson_Tide/Alabama_Crimson_Tide_Crimson-Black_Ceramic_Stadium_Tray">Alabama serving tray</a>, <a href="http://www.footballfanatics.com/COLLEGE_GA_Tech_Yellow_Jackets_Kitchen_And_Bar/Georgia_Tech_Yellow_Jackets_White_Campus_Life_Tea_Towel">GA Tech tea towel</a>, cute Alabama <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/eop1015?ref=pr_shop_more&favorite_user_id=8197692&show_panel=true">burlap door hanger</a>, polka dot <a href="http://www.footballfanatics.com/COLLEGE_GA_Tech_Yellow_Jackets_Kitchen_And_Bar/Georgia_Tech_Yellow_Jackets_Polka_Dot_Magnetic_Notepad">GA Tech notepad</a>, adorable <a href="http://www.footballfanatics.com/COLLEGE_Alabama_Crimson_Tide/Alabama_Crimson_Tide_8-Pack_Polka_Dot_Dinner_Plates">Alabama paper plates</a>, <a href="http://www.footballfanatics.com/COLLEGE_GA_Tech_Yellow_Jackets/Georgia_Tech_Yellow_Jackets_Polka_Dot_Luncheon_Napkins">GA Tech napkins</a>, super-cute <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lawright23?ref=pr_shop_more">wooden wreath</a>, GA Tech<a href="http://www.memorycompany.com/products/54055-col-gt-830.aspx"> welcome mat</a>, <a href="http://www.contemporaryconcepts.com/cart/Beatriz-Ball-Football-Dish-LG.html">silver football dish</a>, charming GA Tech <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/DeliciousBoxStudio?ref=seller_info">cupcake toppers</a>, Alabama <a href="http://tailgatorz.com/Alabama-Cornhole-Boards-XL.html">cornhole board</a>, GA Tech <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CustomCornhole?ref=pr_shop_more">cornhole bags</a>, <a href="http://www.collegefootballstore.com/COLLEGE_South_Alabama_Jaguars/Russell_South_Alabama_Jaguars_Navy_Blue_Football_T-shirt">South Alabama football t-shirt</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-54970115234384257652011-09-01T10:44:00.001-05:002011-09-01T17:03:22.669-05:00Friends, Fun, & FootballLast weekend one of my college bff's, Catie, came up for a visit! We had a fabulous time! We had not seen each other since last October so we were excited to see one another and we had a lot of catching up to do. <strike></strike>We went shopping, antiquing, and had a few great meals out around Nashville. Catie is such a great friend and we always have a wonderful time together. Lots of laughing was involved, which is always a great thing. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Friday night we had dinner at <a href="http://mstreetnashville.com/virago">Virago</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZCmhmCl657526o3RweewdvUoubBxKEvf7VhKV3lf83bemXabGAZ0OY8B8nlqtQ5x4SK30NhsWlQxqC-C_0My7KDL21YVCtJlpDifJfpPf-7MOQ_VCBfhuxZVRMa9sJeD1A10AYDqAeOrD/s1600/IMG_3346.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZCmhmCl657526o3RweewdvUoubBxKEvf7VhKV3lf83bemXabGAZ0OY8B8nlqtQ5x4SK30NhsWlQxqC-C_0My7KDL21YVCtJlpDifJfpPf-7MOQ_VCBfhuxZVRMa9sJeD1A10AYDqAeOrD/s400/IMG_3346.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We dined on the rooftop and the sushi was really good.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMzp2gBzWr3Kzye2cPsGbt31DzhmK0VzpwrPYS1jxPhgfsyEE78tYmaTGWmKYwXRoYBV7XQLa-KkjrekIxvoLitYRCX6b95i7wRq1f10KUA2Xda-dgD8lIamMyxmPM0ykxLhZJ74yDJp-F/s1600/virago.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="291" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMzp2gBzWr3Kzye2cPsGbt31DzhmK0VzpwrPYS1jxPhgfsyEE78tYmaTGWmKYwXRoYBV7XQLa-KkjrekIxvoLitYRCX6b95i7wRq1f10KUA2Xda-dgD8lIamMyxmPM0ykxLhZJ74yDJp-F/s400/virago.jpeg" /></a></div><br />
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I had a really great time Catie! Come back and visit soon dear!<br />
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Well, I cannot believe Labor Day weekend is upon us. This summer flew by, but my hubby and I are ecstatic about college football starting up! Matt's team, Georgia Tech kicks off their season tonight and it feels like a national holiday around here! Needless to say, I heard "It's Gameday" more than once this morning.<br />
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Here are a few cute entertaining products great for the upcoming football season (I'll have a post with more next week)...<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*Georgia Tech <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Georgia-Tech-Gameday-Chip-Dip/dp/B0028F0IHK">chip and dip</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/80714540/alabama-roll-tide-football-wall-hanging?ref=sr_list_22&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=roll+tide&ga_view_type=list&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">Alabama football hanging sign</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Boston-Warehouse-Touchdown-Serving-Bowl/dp/B001FX9KES/ref=sr_1_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1314833675&sr=1-2">football bowl</a><br />
Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-44264501956393932482011-08-24T12:02:00.005-05:002011-08-28T13:14:51.952-05:00South Florida tripJune was a busy month for me. After Matt and I went to NYC, my sister, Katie and I went to south Florida for a few days. Specifically Sarasota and Siesta Key. Both are gorgeous. I definitely plan on going back. We did a lot and we had a wonderful time. Here are some of the pictures that were taken during our trip...<br />
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Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-47585043483254104422011-08-17T10:49:00.004-05:002011-08-18T07:36:37.696-05:00Making Me Smile...Here are a couple of things that have currently been<strike></strike> making me smile...<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYKA5P41melevmA48XMnu8Hxs4YOgBZOgMOvgbCW05wGBwaZv1c56_qW4ZBK_v2RpRNyw1Ub0qMsvv_wUfmiuulBZrh6GgjJUUaYlOIS3yRYRtV6liKA0dthkIsIxJW1FBUrs9bGTsSS5o/s1600/IMG_3336.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYKA5P41melevmA48XMnu8Hxs4YOgBZOgMOvgbCW05wGBwaZv1c56_qW4ZBK_v2RpRNyw1Ub0qMsvv_wUfmiuulBZrh6GgjJUUaYlOIS3yRYRtV6liKA0dthkIsIxJW1FBUrs9bGTsSS5o/s400/IMG_3336.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cute popsicle dish towels that I picked up from <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/kitchen-and-food/dishtowels/summer-pops-dishtowel/s169440">Crate&Barrel</a> at the end of this spring.</div><br />
So, I made this take on chocolate covered pretzels a few weeks ago and Matt and I loved them - they're the perfect amount of salty + sweet and they're so easy to make. I call them Chocolate Pretzel Twists, but you can call them whatever you would like...<br />
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These are soooo simple to put together! I made my own variation of these cute little things, but here is the "<a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/chocolate-pretzel-rings/detail.aspx">recipe</a>" I very casually followed. <br />
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This is a super easy treat to make and there are so many varieties to make. I used tiny twist pretzels, but just use whatever you like or have around. You don't have to make any certain amount, just make however many you would like to! I just filled up my baking sheet. I did not grease my baking sheet (that did not sound like the best idea to me), I just lined mine with parchment paper and they turned out perfect. <br />
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I chose to use dark chocolate Hershey Kisses, but you can use any variety. I also, used a combination of regular milk chocolate M&M's as well as peanut butter M&M's. The peanut butter were our favorite. The combination of the pretzel, dark chocolate and peanut butter was perfection! After assembling them, I let mine cool for at least a couple of hours in the refrigerator before trying them. We really liked them straight out of the refrigerator, so we continued to store them in there in a sealed container and they were delicious! Mmmm! <br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-28994375061615460222011-08-09T10:37:00.004-05:002011-08-09T10:52:54.921-05:00NYC Fun!So, back in June Matt and I went to NYC for a long weekend. One of Matt's best high school friends got married in NJ and he was in the wedding. We definitely made the most of the trip and spent a lot of time in the city. We did a lot of shopping, ate a lot of great food, explored tons of great places, saw plenty (but not enough, if that makes sense!), and obviously walked a bunch. Both of us had been to NYC in the past, but this was our first visit together. We had the best time and of course, we can't wait until the next visit! We took many, many pictures and believe it or not this is only a handful of them. Hold on, this is a long post...<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwOKuJWmosbUAvSsW7rgTMs2ZE01YBWNVYIef32FA7kOPqb3m9eBf9C-0p6KNAdLRdpNCBHtpMgMArnPOlKSp4UKAe_FhQCF099MZFZLjcZL1EPc7U-lqA0EFyr6mLW6xWrFv5p2eXvEbh/s1600/IMG_2677.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwOKuJWmosbUAvSsW7rgTMs2ZE01YBWNVYIef32FA7kOPqb3m9eBf9C-0p6KNAdLRdpNCBHtpMgMArnPOlKSp4UKAe_FhQCF099MZFZLjcZL1EPc7U-lqA0EFyr6mLW6xWrFv5p2eXvEbh/s400/IMG_2677.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We walked through Rockefeller Center</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh-TQdPtJh2mC_sKvx-JZqEYjxaycy3XTDJqq08rcozJ-nWPuR0xZS2TsB-Wcc4AtUJzP52DubUICrzLI3UlyNn5c100YqZLETdelZWoX09cUfR3MIUmyAoJasnkqswxSB0yc-x4A7kGcU/s1600/IMG_2684.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh-TQdPtJh2mC_sKvx-JZqEYjxaycy3XTDJqq08rcozJ-nWPuR0xZS2TsB-Wcc4AtUJzP52DubUICrzLI3UlyNn5c100YqZLETdelZWoX09cUfR3MIUmyAoJasnkqswxSB0yc-x4A7kGcU/s400/IMG_2684.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3iNT_GGXPbq-HqXiAWhGJTapTahQuDxgZnkh4oiEdKy4VvpLTIUOEWTPRaAk8QJG5fUkcch0rQYEfebofCMhuh97kIP1iEDadkB73TyUCMkiuYiCot10fSEUIVk0bqT4lMi19FW-S4vRQ/s1600/IMG_2686.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3iNT_GGXPbq-HqXiAWhGJTapTahQuDxgZnkh4oiEdKy4VvpLTIUOEWTPRaAk8QJG5fUkcch0rQYEfebofCMhuh97kIP1iEDadkB73TyUCMkiuYiCot10fSEUIVk0bqT4lMi19FW-S4vRQ/s400/IMG_2686.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Matt was looking at this Lego sign as I stood there waiting for him to finish eyeballing all of the Lego's that put it together (he loved Lego's as a child and I'd be willing to bet that he would play with some now if we ever happen to have a little boy)! The next thing I know is a random guy is asking us if we would like him<strike><strike></strike></strike> to take our picture. I really would have preferred a prettier and/or less juvenile background, but I did not want to trouble the nice man, so here you have it, the lovely picture of Matt and I in Rockefeller Center.</div><br />
We later ate lunch at Bergdorf Goodman's <a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/store/info/restaurantIndex.jhtml">BG Restaurant</a> which is designed by the fabulous Kelly Wearstler. Definitely a great spot for lunch with girlfriends, but I have been wanting to go for a long time and since we were there, Matt was sweet to go with me. We sat in one of those first tables to the left which overlooks Central Park. It goes without saying, it is gorgeous in there and I loved it! I did not take any pictures while we were there, but here is one from their website...<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After lunch I took my time walking around Bergdorf's home furnishing floor and I wanted to set up camp until they asked me to leave, especially in here...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYKgEro3575PmT2N-v2dblL2qqMEVX509UeuOH_i8JkFNwGQPD5dQ3vGAao2UjBDdrPnlx17N29ZncoKtf8bFAZHdjKFvay-j15MsHSImjamU-EeC0KuCfWwIRXiphm8zK7rLTFydhnXZE/s1600/IMG_2701.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYKgEro3575PmT2N-v2dblL2qqMEVX509UeuOH_i8JkFNwGQPD5dQ3vGAao2UjBDdrPnlx17N29ZncoKtf8bFAZHdjKFvay-j15MsHSImjamU-EeC0KuCfWwIRXiphm8zK7rLTFydhnXZE/s400/IMG_2701.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I mean, all of those fabulous colors?! Yes please!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-SVj_b7mL7vvkYOuFHguDM1GsQIr6KkeKOZAgomBrhIvpPaKXlHrXivrTgISvBErb6ttFKj2Xt8Mq5NPoYgx1N4XMZLHFTpZQHg9JW0MCPuVFcMXpxo1exsXvTyWcqkzI1Zm_9xys7o6w/s1600/IMG_2704.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-SVj_b7mL7vvkYOuFHguDM1GsQIr6KkeKOZAgomBrhIvpPaKXlHrXivrTgISvBErb6ttFKj2Xt8Mq5NPoYgx1N4XMZLHFTpZQHg9JW0MCPuVFcMXpxo1exsXvTyWcqkzI1Zm_9xys7o6w/s400/IMG_2704.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">That chair! That lamp! Oh, and I was drooling over that neon pink snail on the floor there!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzuht8KJRH7vGPN0fjpChEiWFg5PkZjbB-bQ3YuSp8P4qMddqEudtNytbs-SmGaMnF4oRt2XIJgNIy-T7KOVtLkvWvN_4yMOkt0o0s4luE_Y5VabWZLOcA2cW9G7WbF6mfeTQUjhVapSSN/s1600/IMG_2706.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzuht8KJRH7vGPN0fjpChEiWFg5PkZjbB-bQ3YuSp8P4qMddqEudtNytbs-SmGaMnF4oRt2XIJgNIy-T7KOVtLkvWvN_4yMOkt0o0s4luE_Y5VabWZLOcA2cW9G7WbF6mfeTQUjhVapSSN/s400/IMG_2706.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I was also having a really hard time leaving that blue crab as well as the green garden stool he had taken seat on!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihgxF6BWqT7b5BQMS46wcny9qWN89bixwuoINffI3GXULQBGRgLzfab-Mk8dzl4nY09yYByIMIocS09jts5lcsPOSwq0uFIdOa8o1geszeOLpcQmx0vPGFatNX297QfBPPOMHdla2yhYbh/s1600/IMG_2718.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihgxF6BWqT7b5BQMS46wcny9qWN89bixwuoINffI3GXULQBGRgLzfab-Mk8dzl4nY09yYByIMIocS09jts5lcsPOSwq0uFIdOa8o1geszeOLpcQmx0vPGFatNX297QfBPPOMHdla2yhYbh/s400/IMG_2718.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And there I was, in Kelly Wearstler heaven!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbuWKlexDklxZtJFKt2Xu0pBsa1jDW4uosLNmvU4UEt9utqMPTzRPk2bJ2_nlC1nKh28s_NBMMW4-ybRzrtQwZfe5mQwVWlb3V_gCVi6j43olT58kolWfyQgzT751YQ0Fbreq9eaxAtE1-/s1600/IMG_2719.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbuWKlexDklxZtJFKt2Xu0pBsa1jDW4uosLNmvU4UEt9utqMPTzRPk2bJ2_nlC1nKh28s_NBMMW4-ybRzrtQwZfe5mQwVWlb3V_gCVi6j43olT58kolWfyQgzT751YQ0Fbreq9eaxAtE1-/s400/IMG_2719.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Matt basically had to pry me away from here ;)</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT1LoJZONfF4YMT1VQNLU9_bjAqXEHgs6hJdgAcEmMosJpkRJJwfkJ_27S5nYNeegSjvLmg8Q73BhP40Pk-zUyb0q2DbZZE4BHvJM3NRloudHSHhkCp0gX3gPbESdlJMPrIu0czAobe7eU/s1600/IMG_2725.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT1LoJZONfF4YMT1VQNLU9_bjAqXEHgs6hJdgAcEmMosJpkRJJwfkJ_27S5nYNeegSjvLmg8Q73BhP40Pk-zUyb0q2DbZZE4BHvJM3NRloudHSHhkCp0gX3gPbESdlJMPrIu0czAobe7eU/s400/IMG_2725.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After all that eye candy, we decided to stroll across the street to FAO Schwarz. Matt had never been in there, so I insisted that I take his picture...you can't tell, but he was not thrilled about that.</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI5MQvHOemK8Amj7hITDEJCkgxIjc9ZNgDDkCj40Bl5jKG9mVLxg09R7ChfZ91xpYPgBsEW85wRCpUVO7jc7VTl8BWwcOMzd5va4TuihdLXsA5Vlzi6tLmM7xOFvkcbZVV-nDFYyfuK2qz/s1600/IMG_2726.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI5MQvHOemK8Amj7hITDEJCkgxIjc9ZNgDDkCj40Bl5jKG9mVLxg09R7ChfZ91xpYPgBsEW85wRCpUVO7jc7VTl8BWwcOMzd5va4TuihdLXsA5Vlzi6tLmM7xOFvkcbZVV-nDFYyfuK2qz/s400/IMG_2726.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blurry picture of us at the rehearsal dinner</div><br />
We made the absolute most of the next day as well, we did not have a lot of time though because this was the day of the wedding. We started with brunch at <a href="http://www.pulinosny.com/">Pulino's</a>. I have thought of Pulino's often since then, it was delicious... <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYatQsDbVzZpCNr1QsHLcHJGrm1jzrkPTZCO4ikIpKgacxkw0w5_U8djGF2neLqwAqItjf5oLzC3_Lm_KlTPMpPzIhNjXM75tidDJWJU1I7JTFAJlllK0kb0MAK_xrsQYrOAPekKxvAMno/s1600/IMG_2731.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYatQsDbVzZpCNr1QsHLcHJGrm1jzrkPTZCO4ikIpKgacxkw0w5_U8djGF2neLqwAqItjf5oLzC3_Lm_KlTPMpPzIhNjXM75tidDJWJU1I7JTFAJlllK0kb0MAK_xrsQYrOAPekKxvAMno/s400/IMG_2731.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, here we have a Nutella + Hazelnut Fat Baby. I can't makeup that name. Matt and I split one. So so good.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1ymFIDl-iFi8If4hvfCjGetYtZuFFHFPMA1Wk_LUFTkojEFMSoFyV1fpRz5u4vBMdVhoO6zoc3rJbWiBag9QZ0SelxaWHgJRhiYVQsp6Vkhlw1Xbrqva9bVBzZEId6Y2u5M5gniRwVULu/s1600/IMG_2733.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1ymFIDl-iFi8If4hvfCjGetYtZuFFHFPMA1Wk_LUFTkojEFMSoFyV1fpRz5u4vBMdVhoO6zoc3rJbWiBag9QZ0SelxaWHgJRhiYVQsp6Vkhlw1Xbrqva9bVBzZEId6Y2u5M5gniRwVULu/s400/IMG_2733.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Look at the Nutella goodness in there!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhau_jMO78l2dcHB9HeaSNNHufKE0YWlY6Pd_MbA_J1YTc75zwFLjmzVAujFhBdIG0o_Zj_BpVCqcIfhFekJ-KqHxeOP0XvFyrRwCABWCifd1M1LjA0ux__UpupKLD4e3RZgm255_suJ5fG/s1600/IMG_2734.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhau_jMO78l2dcHB9HeaSNNHufKE0YWlY6Pd_MbA_J1YTc75zwFLjmzVAujFhBdIG0o_Zj_BpVCqcIfhFekJ-KqHxeOP0XvFyrRwCABWCifd1M1LjA0ux__UpupKLD4e3RZgm255_suJ5fG/s400/IMG_2734.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And please do not judge, but I followed that with a Nutella Breakfast Pizza, yes that's right, more Nutella. I figured I should order what I wanted...I am not sure when I will get to go again! It was the best breakfast pizza I have ever had and in my opinion Nutella and sea salt should be paired together more often. Mmmmmmm!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgusgccDJSumRLoPH3qeZ4eN9GqHw5SOKthGw6htQ9oR2NPQtAZ4YMwwgl64Lu95D4SkNNJQutIcrngKn71JBixbKiLovB5e8gnbUTKM1PRtk7zMWlrrtx1dfxuuWDA0ujgbIMCxoTXMG/s1600/IMG_2739.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgusgccDJSumRLoPH3qeZ4eN9GqHw5SOKthGw6htQ9oR2NPQtAZ4YMwwgl64Lu95D4SkNNJQutIcrngKn71JBixbKiLovB5e8gnbUTKM1PRtk7zMWlrrtx1dfxuuWDA0ujgbIMCxoTXMG/s400/IMG_2739.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Us after our fantastic meal.</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Later that day we went to the beautiful wedding...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk-DjiURS2P3dvSRAHER9BsFI_FrX_EArXB8ePy7OgsDbYEp70vmehWVY1sqLJXpjgYKk1e7THBJn7YMLj0KUiLkMZZJNwE2J22WOzjKHq3Q-CVZiWjL8RqcIJ5Xq8ZeG4m_sR0oJ9HcrA/s1600/IMG_2776.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk-DjiURS2P3dvSRAHER9BsFI_FrX_EArXB8ePy7OgsDbYEp70vmehWVY1sqLJXpjgYKk1e7THBJn7YMLj0KUiLkMZZJNwE2J22WOzjKHq3Q-CVZiWjL8RqcIJ5Xq8ZeG4m_sR0oJ9HcrA/s400/IMG_2776.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here we are enjoying the cocktail hour between the ceremony and the reception</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our last day began with brunch at <a href="http://peelsnyc.com/">Peels</a>...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYy4TAo6uiVKyPjN7VxKlWhSHVbI77XW0ybCxlncMgBtyyEJuh9mZ25xve-CBhZYWmJqhgBPrHKkuHslPGyzYow_UWW4BK5TxZiYayEg1IXQukuMgOuxk-29SnF62h3DHV3BB8Jc4J3aZd/s1600/IMG_2801.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYy4TAo6uiVKyPjN7VxKlWhSHVbI77XW0ybCxlncMgBtyyEJuh9mZ25xve-CBhZYWmJqhgBPrHKkuHslPGyzYow_UWW4BK5TxZiYayEg1IXQukuMgOuxk-29SnF62h3DHV3BB8Jc4J3aZd/s400/IMG_2801.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love it there! I had the Spa Eggs along with a Classic Buttermilk Biscuit...which was amazing and everything that I hoped for! Matt had the Farmer's Breakfast which comes with their house-smoked bacon. I heard about that bacon for the rest of the day and I still hear chatter about it from him sometimes. Matt. loved. the. bacon.</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Next we headed over to <a href="http://www.johnderian.com/index_home.html">John Derian</a>. I have been wanting to go for sooo long and am so glad I had the opportunity...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmZD4NiiSesu9zbJywq5PXsbYM9bociTLcMoREURdfYzVMq4NZURb7ga6x3xioWO9D6ICaLS9M4z2nJXaG8SDY5eVe0NwOalnRTjm4JIPWa0zJItu5Qbj0lLprWgnnJqorN6jiyg2IzdT/s1600/IMG_2804.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEmZD4NiiSesu9zbJywq5PXsbYM9bociTLcMoREURdfYzVMq4NZURb7ga6x3xioWO9D6ICaLS9M4z2nJXaG8SDY5eVe0NwOalnRTjm4JIPWa0zJItu5Qbj0lLprWgnnJqorN6jiyg2IzdT/s400/IMG_2804.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And i took in all of the gorgeous glass trays</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOVVlvGnvRcFtEiL7YiaHDAChCkMkWKgSVlHwbSDCiiUpf72gdF1QQ0tzkfgTA6IJg6keS403Cn_1Y7uY5Lpz8qFr-0mA0u0TPBb5xQimzq9cn6KL0FNtIA4gsUJtyVU8LYe9wf_nHoPjj/s1600/IMG_2807.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOVVlvGnvRcFtEiL7YiaHDAChCkMkWKgSVlHwbSDCiiUpf72gdF1QQ0tzkfgTA6IJg6keS403Cn_1Y7uY5Lpz8qFr-0mA0u0TPBb5xQimzq9cn6KL0FNtIA4gsUJtyVU8LYe9wf_nHoPjj/s400/IMG_2807.JPG" /></a></div><br />
After more walking and shopping we walked our way to <a href="http://www.amorino.com/en/">Amorino</a> for a little gelato...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfngDA4_td__rcB1_z7Ip3Tg3cWfrcE-jeuuqNZ5Wvln15t9pPS5c89G7magfy3fe2byUuml_Ry-jKDzAeaaTHwEsLu9L2fLKJzFdBkMicIuMDWFh5sB4Yd-CXctrdtpT4EfRyZ2trgkrP/s1600/IMG_2810.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfngDA4_td__rcB1_z7Ip3Tg3cWfrcE-jeuuqNZ5Wvln15t9pPS5c89G7magfy3fe2byUuml_Ry-jKDzAeaaTHwEsLu9L2fLKJzFdBkMicIuMDWFh5sB4Yd-CXctrdtpT4EfRyZ2trgkrP/s400/IMG_2810.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Look at all the amazing flavors</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUlHOkFXP8CeMEwlU_wY0727hiXtmiUNXfYgRkwGMSnbi6rOiDUhIYO5jF6XR3K7eIXTudMfd1mUDXvjeW6cThr_aQCLolV8LpZTWyluMB_JRZKmxX4S-0jORmKYNP8qBzvCKmtZf9Zjnh/s1600/IMG_2812.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUlHOkFXP8CeMEwlU_wY0727hiXtmiUNXfYgRkwGMSnbi6rOiDUhIYO5jF6XR3K7eIXTudMfd1mUDXvjeW6cThr_aQCLolV8LpZTWyluMB_JRZKmxX4S-0jORmKYNP8qBzvCKmtZf9Zjnh/s400/IMG_2812.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So many to chose from</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6ETknnUS7_nHtuV6l-IdiehOhM5306Ymp_eSZ3GBs5e4vbrSRsKSIKFs-wRkHoJqI5P0zOVII4JQ-UzGENjdJ-kp2zCJjFZN0xQorQHt-Xh8NO8yQlSeHfTcI5hL7xplY_CME1ChP6vc4/s1600/IMG_2813.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6ETknnUS7_nHtuV6l-IdiehOhM5306Ymp_eSZ3GBs5e4vbrSRsKSIKFs-wRkHoJqI5P0zOVII4JQ-UzGENjdJ-kp2zCJjFZN0xQorQHt-Xh8NO8yQlSeHfTcI5hL7xplY_CME1ChP6vc4/s400/IMG_2813.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You can mix as many flavors as you choose, and of course once I saw that they had Nutella, I chose that (definitely noticing an unintentional Nutella theme going on! Clearly i hate the stuff!) along with pistachio. Matt had vanilla + dark chocolate almond. Both of ours were exceptionally great.<strike></strike></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyaJWfvcXeQmYd6uOpbSbMmCAUiYt6_U-7gmi7frHjKV0KpHD9ne2ZgWq6grXzxQxCZk4IjZZzldLvtWhpF081ecDyNf6w06dJtIad6s5XKWyC8mX4xlBNFrl167KS3HKcGnvIxKR-dXKa/s1600/IMG_2815.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyaJWfvcXeQmYd6uOpbSbMmCAUiYt6_U-7gmi7frHjKV0KpHD9ne2ZgWq6grXzxQxCZk4IjZZzldLvtWhpF081ecDyNf6w06dJtIad6s5XKWyC8mX4xlBNFrl167KS3HKcGnvIxKR-dXKa/s400/IMG_2815.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Also, they arrange the gelato so that it looks like a flower inside the cone, really! Too cute! So insanely good. I have tasted a lot of gelato and this is absolutely, no question, hands down the best gelato I have ever tasted. Ever.</div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And after a lot more walking and shopping and looking we made it to our final stop, <a href="http://www.serendipity3.com/main.htm">Serendipity 3</a>...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs9KrH2hedjUZ8c_zTM9eKZSwIaWpJzMWYsv25zLiDb3U4FK1rGvfd0WFRnC8CzOYM14hTR8_xH77WsWaRKwgFseXlIoCj8tKG8FcMWbDWlYSYgPJSiVrMdM6CE6EAWbI_ITGR_nFUez9K/s1600/IMG_2858.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs9KrH2hedjUZ8c_zTM9eKZSwIaWpJzMWYsv25zLiDb3U4FK1rGvfd0WFRnC8CzOYM14hTR8_xH77WsWaRKwgFseXlIoCj8tKG8FcMWbDWlYSYgPJSiVrMdM6CE6EAWbI_ITGR_nFUez9K/s400/IMG_2858.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Their menus are enormous</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVfBQ3GlPFOiqU1K7joffwHpZ1c3qbNJPJpkVpRcfj_0eNQzv-xxUh2FZ_1x-bQ42RZmrAunk0OJH50Pp-0dhf693PUisHqP_7AtSQQd95VruLpCQqOCSp04qMC67ARuvU9G4xxFnV5HgS/s1600/IMG_2868.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVfBQ3GlPFOiqU1K7joffwHpZ1c3qbNJPJpkVpRcfj_0eNQzv-xxUh2FZ_1x-bQ42RZmrAunk0OJH50Pp-0dhf693PUisHqP_7AtSQQd95VruLpCQqOCSp04qMC67ARuvU9G4xxFnV5HgS/s400/IMG_2868.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Matt and I split a Frozen Hot Chocolate. We could not even eat half of it, but it was really good.</div><br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*Image <a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/">via</a>, all other images courtesy of me :)<br />
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Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-5867151553157956702011-08-01T10:58:00.005-05:002011-08-01T18:29:21.948-05:00Sunscreen(ing) Sun CareWith all of the sunscreen options out there, the choices can be very overwhelming. Since I do have a history of melanoma, I am serious about my sunscreen selections. I feel like many of the best options are the least publicized. Have you ever searched for sunscreen on<strike></strike> any online retailer? If so, you may have noticed that there are about 1,598,734 companies to chose from (well that's how i feel anyway!). According to an article by the Environmental Working Group three out of five sunscreens in the U.S. would not even be acceptable in Europe due to their inadequate UVA protection. UVA protection is the most important factor of a sunscreen. Click <a href="http://breakingnews.ewg.org/2011sunscreen/">here</a> to jump to a link that I have found to be very helpful when selecting a sunscreen to purchase for my family and maybe you will too. The EWG link provides an Overall Score of some sunscreens as well as a rating for SPF, UVA protection, UVA/UVB Balance, Sunscreen Stability, Health Concern and Other Concerns. There is a Hall of Shame list for some sunscreens to watch out for and lots and lots of great tips on sun safety as well as other helpful information.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje4AxcmcGx-HC1bvUsTa9_a9BJRfBPZCjvSTccXfwOQFkZcssmdtTII7yGTCiRw6u70GsRIABL3jqgugbRF72yObbMkZMyfQj3wuCPgiN_Yh8EsOyinimnhFkmG6nqoX214rL_lOdLOJSx/s1600/bekman_chaize_25_08_10_14h50.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="331" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje4AxcmcGx-HC1bvUsTa9_a9BJRfBPZCjvSTccXfwOQFkZcssmdtTII7yGTCiRw6u70GsRIABL3jqgugbRF72yObbMkZMyfQj3wuCPgiN_Yh8EsOyinimnhFkmG6nqoX214rL_lOdLOJSx/s400/bekman_chaize_25_08_10_14h50.jpg" /></a></div>As i have mentioned numerous times before, I adore the beach, and I love spending time there. So, after I was diagnosed with melanoma, I was petrified that if I went to the beach that would be "frowned upon". I go to the beach because I love it there, not to lay out and get sun (although I have in the past). After discussing this with my dermatologists, I was told that as long as I am careful and wear sunscreen there is no reason that I should avoid the beach. I value my doctor's opinions and it was reassuring for me to hear that I should continue to live my life as I normally would while taking extra precautions. <br />
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So, here are some of my favorite sun care products...<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNVq9OOtCPiPSkYTGaQJbPxlnPW5xkWopAt5vxKrUjKBRJO4qruLmL84LNdy7YuAWZ7kp9a94lcK71tgYWAk5PCwBqQqcBIswk5lq2o603TJ6C2_89OQcKdR0nKcIBbxcIHjVUeey6ienI/s1600/413TQ2ZX7CL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNVq9OOtCPiPSkYTGaQJbPxlnPW5xkWopAt5vxKrUjKBRJO4qruLmL84LNdy7YuAWZ7kp9a94lcK71tgYWAk5PCwBqQqcBIswk5lq2o603TJ6C2_89OQcKdR0nKcIBbxcIHjVUeey6ienI/s400/413TQ2ZX7CL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Both of these sunscreens are great for the body. I have really sensitive skin, so I tend to reach for the sensitive or baby formulas for my own personal use</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisKvsD75zOIqcojLQ6PCjXTs25_JGk1hXdCBUwOjpvJlUfvDI-p8YWYLTvefqoNt6BRAl466xwPbHC4bYbj3olPOVOqSPI1zlUMcDt2W2EXDejQHFV6_9SRkSvvQyq45uVy4YQmkyjpPSu/s1600/300-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisKvsD75zOIqcojLQ6PCjXTs25_JGk1hXdCBUwOjpvJlUfvDI-p8YWYLTvefqoNt6BRAl466xwPbHC4bYbj3olPOVOqSPI1zlUMcDt2W2EXDejQHFV6_9SRkSvvQyq45uVy4YQmkyjpPSu/s400/300-2.jpg" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixPkNlyx0CZuFIX5Bk17dfqcfsDF6XDF6mvSndW8fbhtIYJTyHtA67QEZAwk9ajtxBEDhR9gWTI5-FWiQCquE5_B9OHXzn29s68Kj2eYETg2nQ7o7j1qlFZAVrfXJrb44KKFd5D2_yu_3Z/s1600/300-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixPkNlyx0CZuFIX5Bk17dfqcfsDF6XDF6mvSndW8fbhtIYJTyHtA67QEZAwk9ajtxBEDhR9gWTI5-FWiQCquE5_B9OHXzn29s68Kj2eYETg2nQ7o7j1qlFZAVrfXJrb44KKFd5D2_yu_3Z/s400/300-3.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Another fantastic<strike></strike> body sunscreen</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3OLhRiy0At6TVx7kEEeKPaKeQbndpEaw_IirgJ9Hq40SosUGwpPq-pLVgr20_BPI4PhqVl79AdJAHKra6H7lkg5IqL7aO1ng1s5YvFYknbHxqU3CEEo91QycXDaJXpk7yYwxrEv-ieqVi/s1600/P261609_hero.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="250" width="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3OLhRiy0At6TVx7kEEeKPaKeQbndpEaw_IirgJ9Hq40SosUGwpPq-pLVgr20_BPI4PhqVl79AdJAHKra6H7lkg5IqL7aO1ng1s5YvFYknbHxqU3CEEo91QycXDaJXpk7yYwxrEv-ieqVi/s400/P261609_hero.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a great body sunscreen in the wipe-on form...I know some people are not big fans of the cream formulas</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNDNHCkUFALtvWFMPnu9eCvGIk9s7q2UEduTBQQO6NVqyR2BbAPWd2dm_RXY8-106b3abcCmxTtJljdSjTyWt1XmmJvvG9U-3nfuY8ObcBjwSOmxbQO6erbVwHjvKKZunL6ssVpXOF15L1/s1600/300-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNDNHCkUFALtvWFMPnu9eCvGIk9s7q2UEduTBQQO6NVqyR2BbAPWd2dm_RXY8-106b3abcCmxTtJljdSjTyWt1XmmJvvG9U-3nfuY8ObcBjwSOmxbQO6erbVwHjvKKZunL6ssVpXOF15L1/s400/300-1.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Don't forget lip sunscreen! The skin on your lips is very thin and therefore highly susceptible to sun damage</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4RIPe5ZVrVoC5GUc0U06hQ24GeZTWzo2QKRBZbGBpXKIO_3o2hxnh1IbJFml9-4ah0ns-QQholRM5LWeS-80FNv9vRtNdclz-xZyuzrMDMjB6QEkqeh6kC2hx-0Pixs1M7nkbqw4hkPGe/s1600/300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4RIPe5ZVrVoC5GUc0U06hQ24GeZTWzo2QKRBZbGBpXKIO_3o2hxnh1IbJFml9-4ah0ns-QQholRM5LWeS-80FNv9vRtNdclz-xZyuzrMDMjB6QEkqeh6kC2hx-0Pixs1M7nkbqw4hkPGe/s400/300.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are two great options for the face. I love both of them. Baby formulas are normally much better and usually contain less harmful chemicals.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXk6fXC0f9EeBRJrBZ5U9SGNs-tlow2agKFj9giXj13_fsZzFKptAxjabDG9D0xFODyX9Tpm159t276Ciu31p_SDsAP89QtHI7N-o2pzOV9SKyEBgiQXZsNqRhNMWiasjlpAIgRD8G5L9h/s1600/300-4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXk6fXC0f9EeBRJrBZ5U9SGNs-tlow2agKFj9giXj13_fsZzFKptAxjabDG9D0xFODyX9Tpm159t276Ciu31p_SDsAP89QtHI7N-o2pzOV9SKyEBgiQXZsNqRhNMWiasjlpAIgRD8G5L9h/s400/300-4.JPG" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7buhmxoxFXaMWHr_a1K0pMmpledtJUUq_qCUtOuR3COldDmh_Xwc94ktREqOkeecl-cPGHhoCj0RU5cySuj6Q9WhP2R0_UKXoyQhD01sca9yTdDvjcDlL2MP0oGcG5SMPWSo7HPG_6p4s/s1600/P259941_hero.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="250" width="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7buhmxoxFXaMWHr_a1K0pMmpledtJUUq_qCUtOuR3COldDmh_Xwc94ktREqOkeecl-cPGHhoCj0RU5cySuj6Q9WhP2R0_UKXoyQhD01sca9yTdDvjcDlL2MP0oGcG5SMPWSo7HPG_6p4s/s400/P259941_hero.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTpdbVVylvmcftebxMuMlhKIP80jrSa_l3hkXUuENqMMQE3fkqDQj7a0TL5VPV7LyAX_wWGbuLQS5BD-DtxFOYoTsqY89eQ3iwp6m-5JuXft5eqDmbkflTX3igLijUjG5yN9k7c9lTIW_w/s1600/P259944_hero.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="250" width="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTpdbVVylvmcftebxMuMlhKIP80jrSa_l3hkXUuENqMMQE3fkqDQj7a0TL5VPV7LyAX_wWGbuLQS5BD-DtxFOYoTsqY89eQ3iwp6m-5JuXft5eqDmbkflTX3igLijUjG5yN9k7c9lTIW_w/s400/P259944_hero.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, we all want a glow, right?! Here is an amazing self-tanning line that I first discovered about four years ago...in towelette form! The top product is a 3-in-one (exfoliator, buffer, and moisturizer) and the second is the actual self tanning product. I think it works very well and it's easy to apply, which is always good.</div><br />
I used to be a fan of the spray-on sunscreens, because they're easy and fast to apply, but I have learned that a lot of the time the spray is ingested and that it is really harmful to the lungs because of nano-particles found in the sunscreen (don't ask me what those are :)).<br />
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Now, don't be scared of the sun! It provides vitamin D which is really important to your overall health. I think the sun is a wonderful thing, but we should all be careful and try to take very good care of ourselves! So, go out and enjoy the sun with some good sunscreen on! ;)<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*Image <a href="http://www.jenbekman.com/artists/christian-chaize/">via</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Lizard-Sunscreen-Sensitive-Fragrance/dp/B0019MT7SY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1311891570&sr=8-1">Blue Lizard sensitive skin</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Lizard-Australian-Suncream-5-Ounce/dp/B0009R34CK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1311891665&sr=8-2">Blue Lizard Baby</a>, <a href="http://www.drugstore.com/vanicream-sunscreen-sport-spf-35/qxp165805?fromsrch=Vanicream">Vanicream</a>, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P261609&categoryId=B70">Supergoop</a>, <a href="http://www.drugstore.com/beyond-coastal-active-lip-balm-spf-15/qxp304464?fromsrch=Beyond+Coastal">Beyond Coastal lip balm</a>, <a href="http://www.drugstore.com:80/mustela-sun-cream-for-sensitive-areas-spf-50/qxp158788?fromsrch=mustela+sunscreen">Mustela</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Aveeno-Natural-Protection-Stick-Ounce/dp/B004D2C5YK/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1311892067&sr=1-2">Aveeno Baby</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Eltamd-Clear-SPF-48-Gram-1-7/dp/B002MSN3QQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1311892153&sr=1-1">Elta MD moisturizer</a>, <a href="http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/templates/products/spp/index.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY22761&PRODUCT_ID=PROD16216">Bobbi Brown foundation</a>, <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=TanTowel">Tan Towel</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-51344382451130018812011-07-26T10:34:00.002-05:002011-07-26T17:59:00.644-05:00Oh, how I'll miss herThis post is sad, but I post about many things that have happened in my life, whether good or bad. Last Monday morning my grandmother passed away. We were out of town late last week for her memorial and it was beautiful. She was an amazing grandmother who we will all miss so much, but I know she is looking down on us and she is now at peace.<br />
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Here is an edited version of her obituary...<br />
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Joanne<strike></strike> <br />
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February 18, 1936 - July 18, 2011<br />
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Locally renowned artist Joanne passed away early Monday morning after a long term illness.<br />
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Joanne was married for 56 years to the love of her life, Matthew. Together, they had seven children: Leslie, Mark, Keith, Nancy, Kelley and Shannon. Joanne leaves behind her sister, Nancy and her brother Kenneth. She had eleven grandchildren whom she cherished and to whom she will always remain their "GG". She also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews.<br />
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Joanne was pre-deceased by her parents, Camilo "Jack" and Thelma as well as her infant daughter Colleen and loving son-in-law Rick. <br />
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Joanne was an acclaimed watercolorist whose works are featured in many private collections, housed in the United States Senate, the Mississippi State Capital and other State and government buildings. Joanne's coveted Mississippi Coast painting graced the cover of the Coast phone directory and her themed pieces were sought after by many gulf coast civic and cultural organizations. <br />
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Joanne began her art career as a child and quickly established herself by winning judged art shows. She was passionate about her art and always made it a priority in her life. Joanne was a graduate of Newcomb College in New Orleans and studied under several nationally prominent artists. She was especially fond of teaching art classes to local children. <br />
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Joanne was the epitome of the true "Southern Lady". Always the gracious hostess, a gourmet chef, the Queen of Birthdays, a water lover and avid gardener. She enjoyed her life, her family and her many friends. Those who were fortunate to know Joanne were graced by her warmth, humor, love and especially, her smile.<br />
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oxox,<br />
laurenLaurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-43890639268722933812011-07-12T11:46:00.004-05:002011-07-12T13:32:18.159-05:00Fun for the 4thI hope y'all had a Happy 4th of July! We sure did! We went down to Pensacola for four days and it was wonderful! :) We went snorkeling off of Ft. Pickens and we saw lots of hermit crabs and really pretty fish! Matt saw a blown up puffer fish and Katie and Matt both saw red snapper, but I was on the beach at the time and did not see any...maybe next time! Katie and I were laughing at Matt as he tried to body board in the small waves one day because he just kept getting tossed around in the surf but he would get right back up and do it again and again like a little boy! We had so much fun! We ate lots of great seafood, laughed a lot, thoroughly enjoyed the beach, stayed up too late,<strike></strike> and had a ball. I can't wait to go back! I did not take many pictures while we were there, but below i posted a few of the little I did take.<br />
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This quote sums up how I felt while we were on our vacation...<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxpZyBVlkGskqFRSt6gKilCkb7ugzxpV72GQNqk_zUKApvaqoqpynnNegEHXPXltWdlekCStnKdBTKpJ9IeSE0zgm5rFAv-DwLdCQFyp0iD3U8_emnw60qIj2NFJRVKW1f6JKIF5iWSoJ1/s1600/me+and+matt+at+Jaco%2527s.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="291" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxpZyBVlkGskqFRSt6gKilCkb7ugzxpV72GQNqk_zUKApvaqoqpynnNegEHXPXltWdlekCStnKdBTKpJ9IeSE0zgm5rFAv-DwLdCQFyp0iD3U8_emnw60qIj2NFJRVKW1f6JKIF5iWSoJ1/s400/me+and+matt+at+Jaco%2527s.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Matt and me at Jaco's in Pensacola for dinner</div><br />
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I cannot believe the 4th has already come and gone! Summertime...slow down please!<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*image courtesy of <a href="http://www.tumblr.com/">Tumblr</a>.Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-68064510379250510072011-06-21T16:56:00.008-05:002011-07-12T12:13:17.226-05:00SunnyHappy first day of summer! We just got back from a long weekend in NYC. We had a ball! Today I woke up and realized it's officially summer! I guess I was in a travel haze and forgot. To celebrate here are some bright and cheerful yellow images I thought you might like...<br />
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Here's to lots of sundresses, sunsets over the water, flip flops, beach and pool time, and cookouts! :D <br />
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Happy summertime y'all!<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*images courtesy of <a href="https://encrypted.google.com/">Google</a> and <a href="http://www.southernliving.com/"><i>Southern Living</i></a>. <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=973775&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=072">Rotary phone</a>, <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=20841888&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=072">lemonade dispenser</a>, coral printed <a href="http://www.pierrefrey.com/">wallpaper</a>, bright <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/accessories/bags/PRDOVR~99361/99101686231/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~0~~17~90~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~yellow/99361.jsp">luggage</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-43600816980504441172011-06-16T10:00:00.009-05:002011-07-12T12:55:28.879-05:00I don't want to talk like a sailor, but I don't mind looking a little like one!Oh, summertime! Every summer I find myself gravitating towards the classic sailor inspired pieces in fashion. I can't help it! Sailor inspired clothing and accessories are so cute and really fun! Sometimes I like to add just a little detail with an accessory or go all out (but not over-the-top!) with an outfit. I can't think of anyone who doesn't love blue + white stripes! Swoon! There are so many options out there now that are sailor/nautical inspired <strike></strike>and I am loving it!<br />
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And a few items for the home...<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*red, white & blue <a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33060&storeId=13052&productId=2430257&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=nautical&pageSize=20">striped dress</a>, mint + gold <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/Womens/Accessories/Rings/-Easy-Sailing-Ring">anchor ring</a>, metallic <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/sperry-top-sider-authentic-original-leather-boat-shoe/3205467?cm_cat=datafeed&cm_ite=sperry_top-sider(r)_'authentic_original'_leather_boat_shoe:144940_13&cm_pla=shoes:women:slip_on&cm_ven=Froogle&mr:referralID=NA&mr:trackingCode=1795866B-1968-DF11-9DA0-002219319097">gold Sperry top-siders</a>, sailboat <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/Womens/Accessories/Necklaces/-Five-Oceans-Pendant">pendant</a>, gold <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/Womens/Accessories/Bracelets+Watches/-My-Pet-Octopus-Cuff">octopus cuff</a>, blue + white <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/Womens/Dresses/-Style-is-Style-Dress-in-Navy">striped dress</a>, red, white and blue <a href="http://us.asos.com/Fiorelli-Fiorelli-Strawberry-Lane-Large-Belted-Shopper/w6l6d/?iid=1555762&SearchQuery=nautical&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Nauticalstripe&mporgp=L0Zpb3JlbGxpL0Zpb3JlbGxpLVN0cmF3YmVycnktTGFuZS1MYXJnZS1CZWx0ZWQtU2hvcHBlci9Qcm9kLw..">striped bag</a>, gold rope <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/76004314/large-vintage-nautical-rope-magnifying?ref=sr_list_24&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=nautical&ga_search_type=vintage&ga_facet=vintage">magnifying glass <strike></strike>necklace</a>, navy + white <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/68541540/sailor-tote-bag-navy-blue-and-white?ref=sr_list_7&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=sailor+rope+tote&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">striped tote/beach bag</a>, <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/ACCESSORIES/belts/PRDOVR~39825/99102294591/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~nautical/39825.jsp">anchor-buckle belt</a>, <a href="http://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/PANTSSHORTS/shorts/PRDOVR~42844/99102352703/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~nautical/42844.jsp">rope tie shorts</a>, adorable <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/71662769/letterpress-notepad-anchor-letterpress?ref=sr_list_6&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=nautical+stationery&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">anchor notepad</a>, red <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75734440/set-of-seconds-two-organic-linen-towels?ref=sr_list_5&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=nautical+dish+towels&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">buoy tea towels</a>, vintage <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/76047222/vintage-brass-shell?ref=sr_list_36&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=nautical&ga_search_type=vintage&ga_facet=vintage">brass conch shell</a>, cute <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/Apartment/Furnish+Decorate/-Tally-Home-Doormat">anchor doormat<strike></strike></a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-57220315967611243642011-06-08T12:36:00.007-05:002011-07-12T15:45:03.407-05:00NeontasticNow that the official start of summer is less than two weeks away and it feels like August outside I am craving bright colors! My summer staple is sundresses and I have been gravitating to all things bright and/or neon. Neon makes me happy, how can it not?! I am currently sporting a fresh pedi with my favorite essie neon pink nail polish that I found at j.crew last spring and it consistently makes me smile.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6V_qksthrEaOPUjUFeUL01sEZSzO9p70A9H5ilD2djIay5XrekBHxVcQVXNzyM2mXXE3u8ytBqQXzRWkrAd8JX0Gh_DxwzI5bC_EiNalO9NPoIH9Cse6Ilx_DIfaA-U78O4qndP4Bcn6t/s1600/erez-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="393" width="393" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6V_qksthrEaOPUjUFeUL01sEZSzO9p70A9H5ilD2djIay5XrekBHxVcQVXNzyM2mXXE3u8ytBqQXzRWkrAd8JX0Gh_DxwzI5bC_EiNalO9NPoIH9Cse6Ilx_DIfaA-U78O4qndP4Bcn6t/s400/erez-2.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Great shirt! And actually very versatile</div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi76uTlnbX5EixWjQ_BviMiOIdfaTw8aIpofbea373lWpmqIGufxyXVAnHto5AdJYM6ieeoTpI0fpeZ2Qdu4kJPoOeZmld_T2Xehrhg4NiI8DE-cmFd6a44Rs80hOX-QkQ-i_tQEkX8UPl-/s1600/1165861_fpx.tif.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="295" width="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi76uTlnbX5EixWjQ_BviMiOIdfaTw8aIpofbea373lWpmqIGufxyXVAnHto5AdJYM6ieeoTpI0fpeZ2Qdu4kJPoOeZmld_T2Xehrhg4NiI8DE-cmFd6a44Rs80hOX-QkQ-i_tQEkX8UPl-/s400/1165861_fpx.tif.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A nice bright turn on the wedge</div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4wf80kcRCQics43eAVPZoRfiW6V2CcpxkUCRgJWXt0n78-xZzUzM3uMccVN871yz9gPQ6jiGi20XTnUOIweFhXz9FbV0stVAyXqlUHZJXM88ZH2DN9SASQPHhTpy6O9dlzXHk0Kxn0Ssz/s1600/erez.jpg" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="393" width="393" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4wf80kcRCQics43eAVPZoRfiW6V2CcpxkUCRgJWXt0n78-xZzUzM3uMccVN871yz9gPQ6jiGi20XTnUOIweFhXz9FbV0stVAyXqlUHZJXM88ZH2DN9SASQPHhTpy6O9dlzXHk0Kxn0Ssz/s400/erez.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is actually a little girls' cardi, but i think it's really cute</div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgusUHTm2lbTpUuB7R9xHo3zQ1uio_PDlEswgTxm1gTw9EY2CDg3MnlhVb7zaKJGeB_7rISrny7OE4cS50BzlgAN2DNmB9B0AGirKXtA1XZCVTqB5uphibjVKRtnmWlm4cTL6vQQorvRzkx/s1600/IMG_2674.jpg" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgusUHTm2lbTpUuB7R9xHo3zQ1uio_PDlEswgTxm1gTw9EY2CDg3MnlhVb7zaKJGeB_7rISrny7OE4cS50BzlgAN2DNmB9B0AGirKXtA1XZCVTqB5uphibjVKRtnmWlm4cTL6vQQorvRzkx/s400/IMG_2674.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is my bottle of essie polish that I love. It's called <i>Punchy Pink</i> and it makes me smile</div><br />
So whether wearing neon accessories or apparel, I think it's fun and happy and I love it! <br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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*happy pink <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_shops/theresortshop/shoes/PRDOVR~22874/99102262775/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~neon/22874.jsp">flip-flops</a>, yellow <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-ASOS-BLACK-Perspex-Multi-Layer-Bib-with-Neon-Flash/w8kbt/?iid=1539811&SearchQuery=neon&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=-1&sort=-1&clr=Multi&mporgp=L0Fzb3MvQXNvcy1CbGFjay1QZXJzcGV4LU11bHRpLUxheWVyLUJpYi1XaXRoLU5lb24tRmxhc2gvUHJvZC8.">bib necklace</a>, neon <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/tiered-chiffon-jumpsuit-halston-heritage/vp/v=1/845524441896715.htm?fm=search-shopbysize">pink romper</a>, <a href="http://us.asos.com/Ltd/Ltd-All-Turquoise-Neon-Watch/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1575542&SearchQuery=neon&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=-1&sort=-1&clr=Turquoise">turquoise watch</a>, bright <a href="http://beta.neimanmarcus.com:80/store/product.jsp?itemId=prod117550109&catId=cat36620772&navId=BoutiqueFeatured#page-index=1">slingback Louboutin's</a>, chandelier <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=21168687&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=038">earrings</a>, wooden <a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-ASOS-Angular-Wooden-Bangle-with-Neon-Perspex-Panel/w04p1/?iid=1577720&SearchRedirect=true&SearchQuery=neon%20bangle&mporgp=L0Fzb3MvQXNvcy1Bbmd1bGFyLVdvb2Rlbi1CYW5nbGUtV2l0aC1OZW9uLVBlcnNwZXgtUGFuZWwvUHJvZC8.">yellow bangle</a>, partial <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_sizes/petite/shirts/PRDOVR~44648/99102369530/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~17~90~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~neon/44648.jsp">button-down shirt</a>, fun <a href="http://www.singer22.com/lauren.html">fedora</a>, colorful <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=534521&CategoryID=21756">striped bangles</a>, belted <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=542236&CategoryID=21756">maxi dress</a>, yellow <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=530157&CategoryID=21756">strappy wedges</a>, neon <a href="http://us.asos.com/Models-Own-Models-Own-Neon-Eyeliners/rzkpe/?iid=1148123&SearchQuery=neon&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=-1&sort=-1&clr=NeonBlue&mporgp=L01vZGVscy1Pd24vTW9kZWxzLU93bi1OZW9uLUV5ZWxpbmVycy9Qcm9kLw..">eyeliner</a>, striped <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/girls_category/sweaters/cashmere/PRDOVR~43041/99102348980/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~90~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~neon/43041.jsp">cardigan</a>, <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/jimmy-choo-candy-clutch/3138852?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=2170">clutch</a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-56665747626967000922011-05-31T13:50:00.010-05:002011-07-12T13:53:08.188-05:00Sprinkling in Some Glam: How Does Your Garden Grow? {Part II}Hopefully y'all are not sick of my gardening posts yet! Well, gardens are blooming everywhere I look and I am loving it! My little garden is doing pretty good (shockingly!) and I am really enjoying it! I love this time of year. We have had a lot if rain in Nashville (which definitely gets old at times), but the bright side is everything is so green and gorgeous! I wanted to share some more pretty garden tools and accessories that I think can make gardening a little more exciting for those whose gardens may not necessarily be a contender for garden of the month. And I also thought I would throw in a few more photos that I've run across over time and happen to find really inspiring...<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaLeJU-3-UeEgsFTQ5QuE8zLcFjB4azIxc2BJSdD6crxkQX6jLneHlqg29FmK9BigZ-DE89QLFutR-0s0tclrS8T2i5iCXU7JpBlrFE3YqYyWANYvkwqioJU1_dP_QNt07j7ElAzdaH8De/s1600/063222_046_b.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaLeJU-3-UeEgsFTQ5QuE8zLcFjB4azIxc2BJSdD6crxkQX6jLneHlqg29FmK9BigZ-DE89QLFutR-0s0tclrS8T2i5iCXU7JpBlrFE3YqYyWANYvkwqioJU1_dP_QNt07j7ElAzdaH8De/s320/063222_046_b.jpeg" width="214" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hello! I am crazy about this chair...indoors or out!</div><br />
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And here are some more garden photos that I find inspiring and will maybe get your creative thoughts reeling...<br />
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oxox,<br />
lauren<br />
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I hope y'all had a Happy Memorial Day weekend! I feel like it went by soooo fast!<br />
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*The cutest <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=063222&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=046">turquoise chair</a>, green <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=ARTI-GARD-34-001001&Category_Code=ARTI-GARD">garden pushcart</a>, vintage <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=973835&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=095">silverware garden markers</a>, blue <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=GARD-GEAR-89-001001&Category_Code=GARD-GEAR">garden hose</a>, green <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=963103&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS&color=030">circle garden bench</a>, tin <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=GARD-GEAR-94-001001&Category_Code=GARD-GEAR">watering can</a>, <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/sale/new-sale/herb-thyme-planter/f41007">herb planters</a>, glass <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=HOUS-DECR-48-001001&mySearch=hanging&mySearchTtlPrds=27&mySearchCrrntPg=1&mySearchTtlPgs=5">hanging vases</a>, aged <a href="http://www.jaysonhomeandgarden.com/product.php?productid=6862">pinecone planter</a>, b+w <a href="http://www.zgallerie.com/p-10211-paper-lanterns-black-white-stripe.aspx">paper lanterns</a>, wire <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=GARD-CONT-135-001001&mySearch=clam&mySearchTtlPrds=9&mySearchCrrntPg=1&mySearchTtlPgs=2">clam basket</a>, bright <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/painters-melamine-collection-e614/?pkey=call-outdoor">melamine plates</a>, <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=GARD-TERR-68-001001&Category_Code=GARD-TERR">roped cloche</a>, white <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/porcelain-hurricanes-c097/?pkey=call-outdoor">porcelain hurricanes</a>, colorful <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/60177114">trellis supports</a>, wildflower <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=GARD-GEAR-52-001001&Category_Code=GARD-GEAR">seed collection</a>, blue <a href="http://shopterrain.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ST&Product_Code=OUTF-SEAT-18-001001&Category_Code=OUTF-SEAT">wire bench</a> All other images courtesy of <a href="https:/www.google.com/">Google images</a> and <a href="http://www.tumblr.com/">Tumblr </a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04559028824228318078noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1072030073878775574.post-10505976395698877352011-05-24T11:58:00.009-05:002011-07-12T13:53:34.709-05:00My humble little garden<strike></strike>So, I am going to post the second part of my first gardening post, but before I do, i thought i would share some pictures of my own garden. First things first, as previously mentioned, I am not an avid gardener at all. Frankly I am happy as long as I am not killing helpless little plants. With that said, my garden is of the amateur kind, but I like it and hopefully this post does not bore you to tears!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfJ16ksbUjag1JzR_jZZHsQZkl0NwKAkQXDW8ofJY91s0ep7c977OP7zxusNCPD1Fxg32iiPpWASm5eVzZOSsHJXxSr_hKPUgW9SAOmEyiFqSP8F4DPAKesmk5hdFcuBcNT2Q_9JrGatip/s1600/adirondaks+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="291" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfJ16ksbUjag1JzR_jZZHsQZkl0NwKAkQXDW8ofJY91s0ep7c977OP7zxusNCPD1Fxg32iiPpWASm5eVzZOSsHJXxSr_hKPUgW9SAOmEyiFqSP8F4DPAKesmk5hdFcuBcNT2Q_9JrGatip/s400/adirondacks+1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our turquoise adirondack chairs that we painted a couple of months ago</div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf-jUQobdl1rqMAbhyphenhyphen7WnmAUJl0enxH_1AVu_m7KxNAzDv_qOFI1rLgQNEoclXeKo3hzPC7kDEuF0I5d3cKQRxqMfA575bGkKt7vMmI0kn1iW3M-aNuaghfRquG6VDwvVC3xx44w5ul0X3/s1600/IMG_2566.JPG" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="323" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf-jUQobdl1rqMAbhyphenhyphen7WnmAUJl0enxH_1AVu_m7KxNAzDv_qOFI1rLgQNEoclXeKo3hzPC7kDEuF0I5d3cKQRxqMfA575bGkKt7vMmI0kn1iW3M-aNuaghfRquG6VDwvVC3xx44w5ul0X3/s400/IMG_2566.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Since this post is of the outside variety, i decided to throw in some grilling pictures too</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE0rMg3okHJR41F3sHR-ZxlGYaLyxqjBTN8YI4fJJl7h2irVYfncYUqkITjzwdLN8I0lHztZbDNaQOJfdm7OzfBVod0l5t3rOSL4pSnrvSgC38nRnIuTNsRDNAglSciLz9qUMhMtyNJQVC/s1600/IMG_2568.JPG" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE0rMg3okHJR41F3sHR-ZxlGYaLyxqjBTN8YI4fJJl7h2irVYfncYUqkITjzwdLN8I0lHztZbDNaQOJfdm7OzfBVod0l5t3rOSL4pSnrvSgC38nRnIuTNsRDNAglSciLz9qUMhMtyNJQVC/s400/IMG_2568.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My hubby, the grilling guru (as he likes to think ;))</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_GwNR47XF6vDaYIlTaAK2umEvty6i77Y69riom88_62mmMuVFOMA1b1AtCbpfShttIzzuUdhcmKHRkkrKDUTeSKTIkk-eZuh0oRylqS-lJaJjDOibyejXvTBrMOx67qpc3QZdYYB9VtR2/s1600/IMG_2569.jpg" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_GwNR47XF6vDaYIlTaAK2umEvty6i77Y69riom88_62mmMuVFOMA1b1AtCbpfShttIzzuUdhcmKHRkkrKDUTeSKTIkk-eZuh0oRylqS-lJaJjDOibyejXvTBrMOx67qpc3QZdYYB9VtR2/s400/IMG_2569.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When the weather is warm and nice, we like to grill out a lot</div><br />
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We also have some poppies, that I love, but the blooms just fell off :( And we have three pretty hostas on the front porch that I did not get around to taking any pictures of. <br />
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I hope you enjoy your nice long upcoming weekend! :D<br />
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oxox,<br />
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