tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9533266707686410242024-03-14T08:12:41.779-04:00Living Our DreamA story of 2 crazy kids, their cats and a work-in-progress home!Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.comBlogger130125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-26630053939162385992012-04-13T08:36:00.000-04:002012-04-13T08:36:12.655-04:00Confessional Friday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm linking up with <a href="http://www.blondeambitionblog.com/">"A Blonde Ambition"</a> for the first time for "Confessional Fridays!"</div>
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1. I haven't run since Saturday (ran a 10K and still recovering from it) My half marathon is May 20th. I feel very guilty about having taken so many days off, but honestly, I've also kinda loved it! Hoping to get in a quick run tonight before bed.</div>
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2. We're leaving on a 13-hour road trip tomorrow for North Carolina to visit some dear friends who we haven't seen since their Key West wedding in October!</div>
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Such a fun destination wedding!!</div>
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3. My Starbucks addiction is getting a little out of control. I think I need an intervention. Now that the warmer weather is almost here, I'm going to try and just drink water or maybe iced green tea (homemade) But it's just so gosh-darn yummy!!!</div>
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4. I have not had a pedicure in a very, very long time (read: 6 months) The weather in NC this weekend is supposed to be HOT! Which means I will not be suffocating my feet in closed-toed shoes. Need to remedy this ASAP!</div>
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Ok, I think that's all. Happy Friday! Don't forget to link up at <a href="http://www.blondeambitionblog.com/">"A Blonde Ambition"</a> </div>
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I've been using this stuff for less than a week and I am already seeing amazing results! It just makes my skin look so much more alive! (does that make sense?) The scent reminds me of suntan lotion/a tropical vacation and the formula is light and non-greasy. I like that it gives me just the right amount of shine, because a lot of other oil-free products I've used make my face look way too matte.</div>
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The SPF 20 is another added bonus! </div>
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I bought it at Target for around $14, but I'm sure you can find online a bit cheaper. </div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-26612228815130169122012-03-28T19:21:00.000-04:002012-03-28T19:22:39.713-04:00What I'm Loving Wednesday!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Linking up at http://www.littledaisymay.blogspot.com/ on this last Wednesday of March.<br />
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My running shoes (Asics Cumulus 12)</div>
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I bought them at the <a href="http://www.rhoderunner.net/">Rhode Runner </a>store in Providence - the staff there was very friendly and helpful! I will definitely go back in the future when it's time to upgrade these shoes!</div>
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These frozen veggie blends from Green Giant:</div>
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I mix them with some brown rice and voila - a quick, healthy dinner. They say there's 2 servings in there, but it's pretty small, and I have no problem eating the whole package by myself. </div>
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No, this isn't a spoiler post about last night's episode - I haven't even seen the premiere of Season 5 yet (we gave up cable a year and a half ago)</div>
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However, in anticipation of the upcoming season I rewatched the first episode of Season 1 and the last episode of Season 4. I forgot how much I love Don Draper!! It was really interesting to see how much the cast has changed in the past 5 years, too.<br />
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Anyone else a Mad Men fan??Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-45212654329940471892012-03-23T10:31:00.001-04:002012-03-23T10:31:50.569-04:00Great mascara, but not for me :(<div style="text-align: center;">
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So I recently purchased Cover Girl's latest mascara - Lash Blast 24 Hour<br />
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The first time I used it - I loved it! Great volume, separation, etc. I thought to myself "This is my new go-to mascara - yay!"<br />
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Until later on that day, when I noticed my eyes were itchy, irritated and painful.<br />
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Now, at first, I didn't make the connection that it was the mascara. I thought my contacts were the culprit. So I popped in a new pair a few days later.<br />
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So I did an experiment and used my Maybelline one-by-one mascara instead.<br />
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Ta-da! No itchy eyes, no irritation!<br />
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But I'm so sad, because I really, really loved this CG stuff.... Has anyone else (contact lens users) tried this and had similar issues??Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-77650747623582169832012-03-21T13:26:00.001-04:002012-03-23T11:04:24.200-04:00What I'm Loving Wednesday<div style="text-align: center;">
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Yes, I've been a bad blogger...life has been uber busy (when is it not??) Lots of stuff happening at school & home and just not enough time to blog :(<br />
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We've had some unseasonably warm weather up here in New England for the past few days - tomorrow is supposed to be in the 80s! Love it!<br />
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Ok, so onto today's topic. Here are some things I'm loving today!<br />
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This stuff is amazing! It doesn't weigh down my hair, it makes blow drying/straightening SO much easier and it helps to brighten my blonde highlights too. I've only tried it in the shower on wet hair, but it says you can use it on dry hair (before you shower) as well.</div>
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Essie's "Go Overboard" is what I'm wearing on my nails today. It's definitely a little more blue than the picture above. A really fun blue-teal color!</div>
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Love my Camelbak! I have it in the purple shown and it really has helped me drink more water (as the sticker says on the side!) I wasn't sure how I'd feel about the straw contraption, but after the first couple of sips, I was hooked! So much more convenient than having to unscrew the whole cap to take a drink.</div>
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Just ordered this from Sephora (Thanks Sooze for the giftcard!) I've heard mixed reviews about the colors/packaging, but I have the first Naked palette and love it so much, I just had to get the 2nd one, too!</div>
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<br /></div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-54261359597820306892012-01-03T18:04:00.000-05:002012-01-03T18:04:54.419-05:00New Year, New ResolutionsAnd one of them is to update this blog more often!!!<br />
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Ugh, between the holidays and a relaxing vacation, I just had no desire to blog..<br />
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- I love our new sectional! We bought it over vacation and it just makes the room feel so much more inviting!<br />
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It was delivered on my husband's birthday, so of course I had to take a picture of him lounging on it :)</div>
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-I've been watching "The Wonder Years" on Netflix and I'm on the last season - so sad for it to end :( Such a great show - I never watched it back in the day because I was a little too young to get all the subject matter</div>
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Ok, that's it for now - here's a cute picture of my dog - I can't believe he's almost 8 months old!!</div>
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We enjoyed a lovely meal, just the 2 of us - it was much needed! - at a lovely little restaurant in downtown Providence, <a href="http://www.millstavernrestaurant.com/">Mill's Tavern</a><br />
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The Thanksgiving menu was fantastic and we enjoyed a lovely turkey dinner along with some yummy appetizers/dessert:<br />
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I didn't realize how popular it was to dine out on Thanksgiving! We had 2:30 reservations and didn't get seated until about 3 because it was so busy. So we grabbed drinks at the bar and enjoyed the atmosphere. It was well worth the wait!<br />
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I probably should have remembered to serve it with sour cream/Greek yogurt - oops! It was still yummy tho and very easy to make. Can't wait to use my Crock Pot again.</div>
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Here's what I'm loving on this rainy Wednesday (I feel bad for places in Northern NE that are getting snow today!!!)</div>
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1. As much as I love preparing a Thanksgiving meal, I am loving that I don't have to get up at the crack of dawn tomorrow to start cooking a turkey, pies, stuffing, etc. Brandon and I decided to go to a nice restaurant in Providence (just the 2 of us!) instead! The restaurant is located in the historic Pilgrim Mill's Building (how fitting, right?) and the menu looks amazing - I will definitely be posting pics/reviews on Friday!</div>
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My skin feels amazing all day long and I started seeing results after only 3 days! Yay!!</div>
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Ok, just gotta get through one more class then I'm officially on Thanksgiving break!</div>
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I know it's been waaaay too long since my last post - I am really going to try and make a conscious effort to blog more often, now that my schedule is a little less hectic!</div>
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On a recent trip to Target I grabbed this super-soft sweater:</div>
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I threw it on today for school and it's perfect! I like thin sweaters because my schools are usually pretty warm and that way I can throw on another layer if I get cold. These are on sale for $9.99 thru Sunday (usually $17.99) I am definitely going to order some more online so I can get the colors/size I need. I just gotta make sure I don't shrink these because they are the perfect fit!</div>
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Some other colors I'm debating:</div>
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These are a really pretty purple and I can't wait to wear them on Thanksgiving!</div>
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This dress caught my eye and I just had to have it:</div>
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I actually have not to been to Target in many weeks (I think this is a record for me!) but I hoping to go tonight to grab some groceries and take a peek at some fall/cold weather clothes. Today I'm rocking some of my favorite Target pieces:</div>
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I bought this cardigan months ago, but I'm wearing it today, paired with a grey jersey dress, black leggings and these black flats:</div>
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I also have these flats in tan, and while it took a couple of wears to break them in, they are definitely going to be my favorite fall shoe!</div>
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Speaking of fall footwear, I ordered these boots a few weeks ago on Target.com because of the many rave reviews. However, being 5'8", they only came up to my mid-calf and they just didn't look right. I was so upset, because I loved the style/color:</div>
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I have to say, fall is definitely one of my favorite seasons...don't get me wrong - I love me a good sundress and flip flops, but there's just something about the autumn air, changing leaves and cute fall clothes that get me really excited!!</div>
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What are you craving from Target lately?? Don't forget to link up at Tara's blog: www.fabulousbutevil.com</div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-51942439933221374422011-10-13T21:42:00.001-04:002011-10-13T21:44:11.618-04:00Could it be?A new blog post after a month-long hiatus??<br />
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So much to write about, where do I even begin?? I think this calls for a bulleted list!<br />
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<li>I am working at 2 new schools this year (same district) so I have roughly 600 students instead of 400 - joy! It's been a pretty smooth transition and I am slowly learning all the names and adjusting to my new schedule. I don't have Fridays off anymore, so that's been an adjustment, too!</li>
<li>Mars is ENORMOUS!! His most recent weigh-in was 65 lbs and he is exactly 5 months old today - our breeder/vet thinks he's going to be at least 100 lbs by the time he's done growing - good LORD!</li>
<li>I can't believe it was a year ago this weekend that we had our housewarming party! I'm loving that I can actually enjoy the season of fall this year and not be running around like a crazy lady trying to finish last minute projects, etc. I haven't even decorated my mantel for the new season yet - hopefully I'll have time this weekend since last weekend was a busy one!</li>
<li>We flew down to Key West last Friday to celebrate the wedding of one of my best friend's from college. I lived with Corey senior year and then 2 years later we moved into an apartment in South Boston and became very close friends. We had an amazing weekend and it all went by so fast! We're hoping to plan a visit with the newlyweds a few months from now (they recently moved to NC) when the weather in New England starts to get ugly!!</li>
<li>Speaking of weddings, we have SEVEN next year!!!! 1 in March, 1 in May, 2 in June, 2 in July and 1 in August...whew, I got tired just typing that out...The good news (I guess it's good??) is that I'm not in any of them, but I'll be singing at most of them. </li>
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My gift to the newlyweds - an idea I saw on Pinterest and just HAD to try! I really love how it came out (and they loved it too! Yay!!)</div>
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Ok, so I am really going to try and update this thing more often. We're planning to rearrange a few rooms soon, and I have lots of "furniture projects" in the near future that I'll be blogging about too!</div>
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Not to mention "Target Tuesdays!!!" My favorite!!</div>
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Now that the school year has finally started my blog has unfortunately taken a back seat :( But this is my favorite blog hop, so I had to link up this week!!<br />
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Got this Merona dress last night - as soon as I tried it on I was in love! Great material, perfect length for a tall gal like me and something you can easily wear from late summer into fall!</div>
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<br />Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-6502047805899857462011-08-23T12:58:00.000-04:002011-08-23T12:58:23.916-04:00Target Tuesdays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://sites.google.com/site/fabulousbutevilsite/files/ttbutton.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://sites.google.com/site/fabulousbutevilsite/files/ttbutton.png" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;">Yay it's Tuesday again!! Linking up at Tara's <a href="http://www.fabulousbutevil.com/">blog</a> for one of my favorite blog hops of the week. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Here are some recent purchases I made at Target for my kitchen</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Perfect color for our kitchen, super comfy for standing at the sink, and easy to clean!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These were on clearance for $10!! I use the 2 bigger ones for flour/sugar and the little one for dog treats! They look great on my counter next to my white Kitchen Aid mixer!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have this table cloth in the natural color and a pretty turquoise too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">They are very durable and machine washable!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://Img1.targetimg1.com/wcsstore/TargetSAS//img/p/13/48/13489883.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://Img1.targetimg1.com/wcsstore/TargetSAS//img/p/13/48/13489883.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Small White Wicker Basket (<a href="http://www.target.com/p/SMALL-BASKET-WHITE-NATURAL-WICKER/-/A-13489883">link</a>)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These were on clearance for under $7 each, so I took all 3 that were sitting on the shelf! I love any and all kind of baskets and I think I can find a cute place for these somewhere in the kitchen or maybe the living room or bathroom - the possibilities are endless!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Oh, Target - how I love you!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Other things I'm loving today:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><ul><li>My quick and easy makeup routine I've been using this summer, which consists of the following products:</li>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(counter-clockwise)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1. Milani HD Advanced Concealer in #02 (you can get this at CVS)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2. L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3. Urban Decay Primer Potion in Sin</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4. NARS Bronzer in Laguna</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5. NARS Blush in Orgasm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">6. Blush/Powder Brushes (Black one is from either CVS or Target, clear one is Clinique)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">7. Sally Hansen Eyelash Curler</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I like that everything packs up nice and neat in this little bag I got from Ann Taylor Loft:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<ul><li>These body lotions from Bath & Body Works:</li>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span">And that's what I'm loving today! Be sure to link up at </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20px;"><a href="http://www.littledaisymay.blogspot.com/" style="color: #6aa84f; text-decoration: underline;">http://www.littledaisymay.blogspot.com</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span">!</span></div></div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-88740587577733863212011-08-11T10:58:00.000-04:002011-08-11T10:58:43.218-04:00Summer ReadingEven though I'm not working a 2nd job this summer (first summer since 1996 where I haven't!!) I still feel very busy and my days seem to fill up pretty quickly - hence the lack of blogging in the past few weeks!<br />
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I'm thankful that I've been able to do a good amount of reading this summer. I honestly cannot remember the last time I read for fun, and it's something I need to do more of. Growing up, I was always reading (not just during the summer when we usually had to for school anyway!) and I'm mad at myself for not carving out a little time each day to pick up a book. As much as I adore my iPhone and my MacBook, I think time away from them is a good thing - especially since I feel that we are a society that is slowly but surely moving away from actual physical books and I want to enjoy them while I can!<br />
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Ok, so onto some of my summer reads:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is the sequel to "Something Borrowed" which I read this Spring. I also saw the movie and really liked it (I'm secretly hoping they're coming out with a movie for the sequel too!) If you haven't read "Something Borrowed," it's about 2 best friends, Rachel and Darcy. To make a long story short (and sorry for the spoilers!), Rachel randomly sleeps with Darcy's fiance, Dex, and the 2 have an affair. Eventually Dex realizes that he is no longer in love with Darcy and wants to be with Rachel. At the end of the book, you find out that Darcy has ALSO had an affair with one of Dex's friends (Marcus) and is now pregnant. Oh, and the story is written from Rachel's point of view. In "Something Blue," the story picks up where it left off, but instead, it's written from Darcy's point of view. Darcy lives with Marcus (the baby daddy) but soon realizes he is not the kind of man she wants to be with (and vice versa - Darcy is extremely high maintenance) and decides to move to London to stay with her childhood friend Ethan (Darcy, Ethan and Rachel went to school together) I won't give away too many spoilers, but I really liked this book better than "Something Borrowed." Maybe because Darcy goes through a complete character transformation (which, yes, did seem a little far-fetched at times) and I was literally in tears by the end of the book. All I know is I really enjoyed the book and I can't wait to read more of Emily Giffin's novels. I like her writing style and the characters she creates. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I just finished reading this last week and I can't wait to see the movie (which I've heard is very good!) I know I'm a little late to "The Help" scene, because it came out awhile ago and I just never got around to reading it til now. What an amazing story! Without giving too much away (although I feel like most of you reading this have probably already read the book!) the story centers around 3 women living in Jackson, Mississippi in 1962. Aibileen and Minny are black maids and Skeeter is a white socialite. Together in secret, with the help of several other maids living in Jackson, they write a book about what it's like to work for white families in the South. The books is told from the points of view of the 3 main characters, which I really enjoyed. I didn't love the ending, and I'm curious how the movie interprets it, but other than that, it was a phenomenal book. I'm a recent Mad Men fan, so reading this book had me thinking of the show, because they're both set in the early to mid 60s. I liked reading about the clothes they wore and how their houses were decorated, etc. Historical fictions are definitely my favorite and I need to find some more!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">**Disclaimer** I haven't finished this one yet (only on page 89!) but I am reading it for school and already loving it! The book is "The Blessing of a Skinned Knee." So much of what the author, Wendy Mogel, is writing about, I find myself nodding my head, agreeing with. Her book is about how to raise self-reliant, respectful, and compassionate children using Jewish teachings. She talks about how parents want to be their children's friends instead of authority figures and how this ultimately hurts their child. I can't wait to read more of this book and discuss it with my colleagues in the fall.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I recently signed up for bookfree.com, which is basically like Netflix for books. You can decide how many books you want at a time, and there are no late fees - just send back the books when you're done and you'll be shipped the next book on your queue. The two I have at home are "The Shack" and "Water for Elephants." I started "The Shack" but then I switched over to my book for school because I wanted to start reading it before September. I know a lot of people who have read "The Shack" and didn't like it but I want to keep an open mind. The only thing I'm not liking (even after reading just a few pages) is the writing style. Too many adjectives, if that makes sense. I don't like when books are super wordy or describe things in a weird way. So if I can get past that, hopefully I'll be able to read the whole thing. I picked "Water for Elephants" because I know it was a popular read and I'd like to see the movie at some point, too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So again, I apologize for the lack of posts, but it's because I've been busy reading! Oh, and chasing after this guy:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I can't believe he's almost 13 weeks old!! Loving every minute with our Mars :)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-49231802961524168042011-08-02T11:08:00.001-04:002011-08-03T18:10:32.334-04:00Target Tuesdays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4tBiqeH6Utk/Ti85tLZj8-I/AAAAAAAAB8w/0PIF7_H6n2w/s320/ttbutton.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4tBiqeH6Utk/Ti85tLZj8-I/AAAAAAAAB8w/0PIF7_H6n2w/s320/ttbutton.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Linking up again at Tara's <a href="http://www.fabulousbutevil.com/">blog</a> for one of my favorite blog hops!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">First off, I have been such a bad blogger! Between our new puppy, getting together with friends and the lazy-ness of summer vacation, I have been slacking off - so I apologize!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here are some of my latest finds at Target:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41HTBIoz0VL._AA380_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41HTBIoz0VL._AA380_.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ona flats in Taupe - super comfy! Thank you Target for finally making a decent flat! I'm hoping to snag a pair in black too while they're on sale for $12!! They also come in red and a navy/purple color. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mossimo Pocket Tee (Juniors) - I have an unhealthy obsession with these $8 tees (on sale now for only $5!) I think I have them in just about every color under the sun. And I love how every few months Target will come out with new shades. They have some fun "fall-ish" looking colors out right now. The one I'm wearing today reminds me of the color of raspberry sorbet (couldn't find a picture online tho - boo!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Obviously this is something you could get at any book store, but I love the fact that Target's price is 20% off the list price!! I'm almost halfway thru this and loving it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Gotta love the Clearance section at Target! Can't wait to wear this cute little skirt! I love all the color options I have with it for tops/shoes/accessories too! (Could probably pair it with the flats I mentioned above - score!!)</div><br />
And just cause I'm a proud Mama, here's a recent picture of Mars:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">His ears are finally both up!!</div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-25437165747592433912011-07-22T08:10:00.000-04:002011-07-22T08:10:06.376-04:00Fun Fridays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj97bLhPjroSs-TMORCQJ1c6tRHtAF796SwUi4XRAzv3KjysGlncQ_9jpvSATtuZmkpG144wSZcYBL6IEqLfIDPmcfb9vVQ6jHMUUq_Ht6kjklIq8GBmY-schL_w5ERi3tjW7m9YkIIa3E-/s320/fun+fridaysw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj97bLhPjroSs-TMORCQJ1c6tRHtAF796SwUi4XRAzv3KjysGlncQ_9jpvSATtuZmkpG144wSZcYBL6IEqLfIDPmcfb9vVQ6jHMUUq_Ht6kjklIq8GBmY-schL_w5ERi3tjW7m9YkIIa3E-/s320/fun+fridaysw.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Wow, already Friday again! I totally lose track of the days when I'm on vacation! (that's a good thing, right??)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here's what's on tap for this weekend:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><ul><li>Hitting up 2nd Beach in Newport to try and avoid the heat today (temps are supposed to reach the high 90s, maybe even break 100!!)</li>
<li>Spending time with the puppy of course - I can't believe we've had him a whole week today!!</li>
<li>Going to a friend's wedding which is sure to be an awesome time!!</li>
<li>Giggin' it up with the band on Saturday night!</li>
<li>And Sunday looks totally free!! Maybe an outing with Mars??</li>
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Don't forget to link up at Jen's <a href="http://867-53oh9.blogspot.com/">blog</a>!Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-2280173317735427572011-07-20T13:04:00.000-04:002011-07-20T13:04:40.016-04:00What I'm Loving Wednesdays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWbOJlKi92uI-anWYUFr7NfkH3bPyra-xpCKla_VX1pvnFA8hqaIM2cZWmyj10YIZi2CMOjfZOMw58OBBtFd3XB1NhCb6c8euk8zmTDWbVlzILi4VQLmbqup4X2WX5QRvPBcfMcht_J2fo/s320/lovingwednesday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWbOJlKi92uI-anWYUFr7NfkH3bPyra-xpCKla_VX1pvnFA8hqaIM2cZWmyj10YIZi2CMOjfZOMw58OBBtFd3XB1NhCb6c8euk8zmTDWbVlzILi4VQLmbqup4X2WX5QRvPBcfMcht_J2fo/s320/lovingwednesday.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm loving so many things today!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Don't forget to link up at Jamie's <a href="http://www.littledaisymay.blogspot.com/">blog</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">First off, I'm absolutely head-over-heels loving this little guy, the newest addition to our family:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">His name is Mars and he is a 9.5 week-old German Shepherd and just the cutest thing ever!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The cats aren't sure what to make of him yet. He's been so good with them too - just sniffs them, and clearly wants to play!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Venus finally venturing out after 2 days of hiding! She'll go up to him when he's either asleep or in his crate. I have a feeling it's gonna take awhile for her to get used to him!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ok, I could go on and on and on about the puppy, but I'll leave that for another post!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's what else I'm loving today:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I always seem to eat better in the summer - probably because there's more fresh produce available! I found this salad dressing last year and it's definitely one of my summer favorites! A little goes a long way, so I try to only use the serving size. It really is delicious on peaches, too!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They make a bunch of flavors, but the Poppyseed is the only one I've ever tasted. I have a bottle of Ranch in my pantry but I gotta use up my Hidden Valley one first.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://a248.g.akamai.net/7/248/8278/20100923030630/www.sephora.com/assets/dyn/product/P274214/P274214_hero.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://a248.g.akamai.net/7/248/8278/20100923030630/www.sephora.com/assets/dyn/product/P274214/P274214_hero.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I love Sephora - especially their "impulse buy section." You know, where all the fun trial/travel sizes are. I could literally spend hours just checking out all the bins of stuff near the registers. And that's exactly how I found the product above. Ok, well I wasn't browsing around the trial sizes for hours, but you know what I mean. I got this 2.5 oz size for $5 and I am in love with the scent!! It's coconut and vanilla, but it also reminds me of fresh baked goods - yum! Granted, that's not everyone's cup of tea, but for me, it works! It's super moisturizing and I love that it's paraben-free and made with organic products. When this stuff runs out, I will definitely be snagging the larger size and maybe even the perfume roll on. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's a link to the whole product line (Pacifica) at <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=Pacifica">Sephora</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The last thing I'm loving today is the iPhone app, <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/fooducate/id398436747?mt=8">Fooducate</a>. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I actually discovered the app before I knew there was a <a href="http://www.fooducate.com/blog/">blog</a> by the same name. I use this app everytime I go food shopping to be sure I'm making the healthiest decisions. I love that you can compare items, get alternatives and that it saves your history so you can go back and review an item from your last shopping trip. I feel as though I'm becoming an informed consumer and learning a lot about the additives in food. It's amazing sometimes to scan what you think is a "healthy" food choice, only to find out it's loaded with artificial sweeteners or ingredients on the FDA "toxic list." So now my grocery trips are about twice as long, because I'm scanning nearly everything that goes into my cart, but it's fun and I feel better knowing I'm spending my money wisely instead of on processed crap!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">That's what I'm loving today! Happy Wednesday!</div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-82235214973619264352011-07-18T09:47:00.000-04:002011-07-18T09:47:56.523-04:00Movie Mondays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.empiremovies.com/_word_press/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Horrible-Bosses-Poster.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://www.empiremovies.com/_word_press/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Horrible-Bosses-Poster.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Saw this over the weekend with a friend - hysterical movie!! It's a little slow in the beginning, but then it picks up and keeps you laughing til the end. The cast was fantastic - I loved Jennifer Aniston's character, which was a complete departure from her usual roles. Charlie Day (the actor below Jennifer) was probably one of my favorite actors in the movie. I can't remember if I've seen him in anything else, but he was really funny. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you need a good laugh, go see Horrible Bosses!!</div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-79161127783420800702011-07-18T09:05:00.001-04:002011-07-18T09:05:40.345-04:00World Cup FeverI'm not a soccer fan by any means and I didn't watch the World Cup yesterday, but apparently the Obamas did:<br />
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Found this on FB and just thought it was a really neat picture.Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-42210586242073025552011-07-12T13:35:00.001-04:002011-07-12T13:35:20.419-04:00Target Tuesdays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimH0Nzu3Smz8bBcc3cfKV7obIQRviXFg0m2eqKGxwQbUZZwulqoZCnDqr_N-w3mp7prN0bEfj-tRrRqIzPW-2uAEqZLuIO4zGqJBVOC5ojW7AKcd5rdRQEaOPtld4PI824nKkdSB0lTvbk/s320/targettuesday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimH0Nzu3Smz8bBcc3cfKV7obIQRviXFg0m2eqKGxwQbUZZwulqoZCnDqr_N-w3mp7prN0bEfj-tRrRqIzPW-2uAEqZLuIO4zGqJBVOC5ojW7AKcd5rdRQEaOPtld4PI824nKkdSB0lTvbk/s320/targettuesday.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">One of my favorite blog hops!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here are some of my latest Target finds:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/513KDZ35B9L._AA380_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/513KDZ35B9L._AA380_.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Got these great beige/black striped cushions for my "new" patio set (blogged about it <a href="http://saralovesbrandon.blogspot.com/2011/07/fun-fridays_08.html">here</a>)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's another picture of them on the chairs (taken at night with my iPhone so I apologize for the quality)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">They show them online as 2 for $27 but I bought mine for $14.99 each in the store. They are very comfy and the perfect size for my chairs! Easy to clean (water rolls right off) and supposedly they are fade resistant too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Got this pitcher on clearance for $3.24, marked down from $12.99! I used it this past weekend for some tasty sangria - perfect size!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On an unrelated note (but kind of related, because these are also a summer item!), I got these funky wedges for under $18 on a recent Target trip. I had been spying them for months (I think they showed up in stores at the end of March?) but wanted to wait til they went on sale. They are the perfect height for me (I'm 5'8" and I don't always like to wear super super high heels) and extremely comfortable!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ok, that's all for now! Link up at Tara's <a href="http://www.fabulousbutevil.com/">blog</a> if you want to join in</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Sarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05531567090175315508noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-953326670768641024.post-14746432213482831472011-07-08T13:29:00.000-04:002011-07-08T13:29:51.573-04:00Fun Fridays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj97bLhPjroSs-TMORCQJ1c6tRHtAF796SwUi4XRAzv3KjysGlncQ_9jpvSATtuZmkpG144wSZcYBL6IEqLfIDPmcfb9vVQ6jHMUUq_Ht6kjklIq8GBmY-schL_w5ERi3tjW7m9YkIIa3E-/s320/fun+fridaysw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj97bLhPjroSs-TMORCQJ1c6tRHtAF796SwUi4XRAzv3KjysGlncQ_9jpvSATtuZmkpG144wSZcYBL6IEqLfIDPmcfb9vVQ6jHMUUq_Ht6kjklIq8GBmY-schL_w5ERi3tjW7m9YkIIa3E-/s320/fun+fridaysw.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am totally slacking on my blog lately!! I can't believe it's been a week since I last posted!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>First I want to share some pictures of a few projects I worked on this week with the help of my wonderful parents!!<br />
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They came over on Wednesday so my Dad and Brandon could finish putting insulation underneath our 3-season porch. While they were slaving away in the 80-degree heat, my Mom and I were working on beautifying the porch itself. The porch had kind of turned into a dumping ground for furniture and odds and ends. We decided to move the futon from the guest room onto the porch and we put my old mattress and frame into the guest room. So now our guests can sleep on a real bed when they come to visit!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And I switched out the dark brown duvet cover for a lighter one - it is summer after all!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We used an old duvet cover for the futon so the mattress underneath stays cat hair free!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Luna approves! (Doesn't it look like her outstretched paw is giving a thumbs up??)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We had 2 sets of tables and chairs out here before and decided to just keep one and my Mom happily took her set back!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My plan is to take the coffee table from the living room and add it to this room. Or maybe just a smaller, low table - who knows! The possibilities are endless! I am already envisioning this as my new reading room!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I also need to finish stringing my sets of small white lights around the curtain rods - hopefully this weekend!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The other project, that has been about a year in the making, was to refinish some patio furniture. Last summer I worked at a pool & patio store and at the end of the season, there was a table and chairs set that needed to go back to the manufacturer, because the paint had started to peel (The people that owned this set before me lived near the ocean. Salt water + certain kinds of paint = peeling!) The manager said it was mine for free as long as I could get someone to transport it to my house!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here's a before picture of one of the stationary chairs. (The set came with 4 stationary chairs and 2 swivels).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(They had to spray paint them with white "X's" so they couldn't be sold again)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We scraped the chairs that were peeling pretty bad - mostly on the arms/seat. I used an attachment on Brandon's drill</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's a decent "before" picture of the table:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">A before pic of one of the swivels:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You might be able to see a slight difference in color between this chair and the one above. That's because I had started to spray paint it with a brown textured paint. The more I looked at it, the more I hated the color. So I switched to shiny black instead and here's the result after 1 coat:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> I bought 12 cans of glossy black spray paint at $4 each and we've only used 6 cans so far. I think this whole project will come in under $40 if I do a 2nd coat on the table/chairs. Not bad for a free patio set!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This picture was actually taken from inside the porch looking out, because it's raining today, but I realized I never took an "after" picture of the table, so I had to improvise :) If you look closely, you can see there's an inner circle in table - it's a Lazy Susan!! Such a great feature! I can't wait to add the umbrella/base I bought a few months ago, that is, once it stops raining!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ok, so now back to our regularly schedule blog hop! I'll keep it short:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><ul><li>Tonight I have ANOTHER gig with the band - that's 5 in 8 days!! It'll be nice to have 2 weeks off before our next show :)</li>
<li>Tomorrow morning I am running my first 4.8-mile race! Monday I ran my first 4-miler and was pretty pleased with how I did, even tho I was a complete sweat-ball when all was said and done:</li>
</ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/263640_636449548017_17605213_34563460_1257759_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/263640_636449548017_17605213_34563460_1257759_n.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><ul><li>Tomorrow afternoon we have our nephew's 6th birthday - I can't believe he's already 6! When he was born, I was in Ireland with my parents on vacation and I remember calling Brandon long-distance to find out if his sister-in-law had the baby yet. Time flies!</li>
<li>Sunday we're having a little cookout with friends - so far the weather seems pretty good! Can't wait to have them try out our "new" patio furniture too!</li>
</ul><div>Happy Friday everyone!!! Don't forget to link up at Jen's <a href="http://867-53oh9.blogspot.com/">blog</a>!</div><br />
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