Updates and more To-Do’s

30 May

Since the last time I checked in I have managed to scratch off most everything on my last to-do list with the exception of purchasing the bamboo shades. Most of the painting has been completed. Just one more coat on the hall bath and finish up sanding/priming/painting in the spare bedroom. I ran into some electrical problems when removing this vanity. Currently, the vanity, mirror, and sconces are gone and the first coat of primer is on the walls. It wasn’t too hard to part with that lime green.

I have been trying to unpack  the rest of the boxes in my garage (so I can actually park my car in there) and organizing my closets. There is still much to be done, but one project at at time.  Now I need to focus on packing for my trip to Norway which needs its very own to-do list. 12 days and counting! #1 on that list would be getting my passport in time (somehow I misplaced it in the move). Just my luck!

I’ll be back to share more updates and hopefully some progress pictures. The house had a floor face-lift and looks much much better!

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House Check List … to be continued

1 May

I’m starting to make some progress on my house to do list:

  • Close!
  • Start packing
  • Transfer power and gas into my name
  • Get cable set up
  • Hire Movers
  • Call to have an estimate done on the floors  (Putting hardwood in the den and kitchen)
  • Make Weber an appointment to be groomed  (Important to have a clean dog in a new house)
  • Clean apartment after moving
  • Clean house before moving in
  • Pick out paint colors
  • Get fabric for windows and bathroom shower curtain (all picked out)
  • Measure windows for bamboo shades and purchase

Here’s hoping the rest will all get done by Monday!

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Cha-Cha-Changes

27 Apr

Well another blogging hiatus down and I am back with some exciting changes going on in my world. I am in the final stages of buying my first house and am excited about creating a home of my very own. So, this blog will more than likely start documenting that process. 

I am set to close this coming Monday and hope to be moved in within a week or so. Of course I’ll still be posting about all the lovely inspiration I find, but expect to see more interior inspiration as well.

I’ll share more soon!

 

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For the Love of Beauty Products

14 Feb

Happy Valentine’s Day to you all!

I am posting on my favorite skin care/beauty products that I have been using as of late. Doesn’t hurt that they are all in a Valentine’s color scheme!

Mia™ Skin Cleansing System - Berry

Clarisonic Mia (in pink)

I recently started using this at night along with my usual skin care routine. Let me tell you, this has done wonders for my face. My pores appear smaller, there are no traces of makeup left on my face, and my skin has never been so bright and refreshed looking! This is definitely a must for me!

Blush Rush

Smashbox blush (in flush)

I love this blush to keep my cheeks looking bright during the winter.

Baby Lips - Pack Shot

Maybelline Baby Lips 

My lips get super dry during the winter and this stuff is amazing.
I never thought I would divert from my beloved Burt’s Bees, but I am in love with this lip balm.

Luminizing Black Mask

Boscia Lumizing Black Mask

I use this mask about once a week. It’s fun to peel off once it has dried and leaves my face feeling refreshed, smooth, and brightened.

Restore Mask Treatment

Living Proof Mask Treatment for Dry or Damaged Hair

I blow dry and straighten my hair quite often which has left it dry and brittle. I use this mask 2-3 times a week on my hair
and it has helped cut the split ends and breakage down. One of these days I’ll get on the dry shampoo bandwagon and not be so harsh on my hair.

set in stones

Essie Set in Stones/Really Red

I recently bought these two; the red is a classic of course, add some silver sparkle and it adds a fun twist!

I hope everyone has a sweet Valentine’s Day!

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Deja vu?

5 Jan

I ran across this image the other day and knew it looked familiar for some reason.

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Minus the beautiful necklace.

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Back in the Swing

4 Jan

I have taken quite the hiatus over the Christmas holidays. It was nice to enjoy time with family and friends during my fav time of the year! Now that we are officially in 2012, I am ready to get back into a routine.

I have started making my list of to-do’s and resolutions, cleaned out the fridge, and purged some closets. So out with the old and in with the new. One thing I have been wanting to do is cook more in the kitchen. I eat out way too much and would love to start trying all of the recipes I have pinned on Pinterest.

So, in honor of my upcoming trip to New Orleans this weekend, I decided to make shrimp & grits last night. I found this recipe on Pinterest and decided to give it a try. I made one adjustment - Gouda cheese instead of Cheddar. It was delicious if I do say so myself.

 

Maybe I’ll add learning how to take better pictures of food to my list of New Years Resolutions….

Shrimp & Grits (with my adjustments)

2 cups water
2 chicken bouillon cubes or 2 tsp chicken bouillon granules
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup quick grits
1 cup Gouda cheese, shredded or cubed
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined, without tails
Cajun seasoning
4 slices thick cut bacon
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
1 garlic clove, minced

Arrange bacon in pan and cook on medium high heat until done. Remove bacon from pan and chop into bite size pieces. Reserve 1-2 tablespoons of bacon grease to cook the shrimp in.

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring water, bouillon, butter and grits to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 7 mins, until grits and thickened and tender. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.

Add 1-2 tablespoons of the bacon grease to a medium skillet over medium high heat. Season the shrimp with plenty of cajun seasoning. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 1 minute per side. Lower the heat to medium and add the bacon scallions, garlic, and squeeze in some lemon juice. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic and scallions are softened and the shrimp are done.

Serve the grits in bowl and top with the shrimp. Enjoy!

Makes 2 servings.

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Fridays Are So Sweet

2 Dec

 

Heart me sweater

Sweater

 

 

Frozen Hot Chocolate

 Frozen White Chocolate

Happy Weekend lovelies!

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