Sorry I've been away for a while. I seriously hurt my neck and have been out of commission. Then as soon as I started to feel a little better my older son got the stomach flu, then when he was feeling a little better, my younger son got it. GROSS! I'm hoping my daughter doesn't get it since we're leaving for Florida tomorrow.
Here's what I'm packing for my spring break vacation:
1 Bermuda shorts in stone
1 Bermuda shorts in navy
1 Black capri pants
1 White ankle pants
1 Stone pants
1 Madras patch skirt
1 black v-neck T
1 white v-neck T
1 yellow v-neck T
1 black Lacoste polo
1 apple green cardigan
1 nova check espadrilles
1 pink patch flip flops
1 brown flip flops
1 navy flip flops
1 leopard print ballet flats
1 jean jacket
1 black polka-dot swimsuit
1 navy tankini
1 pink/navy rugby dress/cover-up
Our condo has a washer/dryer so I think I'll be OK. I'll also be looking for some great Lilly P. deals in FLA. I thought I'd bring my new Reva ballet flats and McKim sandals, but don't really NEED them. Since my suitcase is pretty full as it is, they're staying home. Bummer.
I'll let you know how the Vaycay goes. My mom and sis are joining us there. Should be interesting!
Friday, March 14, 2008
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Pain in the Neck
Sorry I haven't blogged in a while. I hurt my neck last week (I literally thought I was dying when the pain kicked in. It was worse than labor pains!) Anyhow, I went to the Dr. and was given the diagnosis of torticollis along with some pain and muscle relaxing pills. I also got this device that sends electric currents through your muscles. Weird, but it works. I'll try to write more in a few days. Thanks for your patience!
By the way, we have another snow day today. We got 1 1/2 inches of snow.
By the way, we have another snow day today. We got 1 1/2 inches of snow.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Lilly Pulitzer Sale at Belk
FYI -- Lilly Pulitzer Resort 2007 is on sale for 40% of at Belk right now. And, at least this weekend, if you use your Belk credit card, you get an additional 15% off! Yipee!
Friday, February 22, 2008
Lacoste, North Face, Tory Burch Sale at Nordstrom
You know I love my preppy clothes. Nordstorm has a bunch on sale. First, as you know, Lacoste is one of my favs. Nordstrom has a sweater I've been coveting on sale now. It's the crewneck with the huge Lacoste logo on the chest. Love it! There are also some cute items by The North Face on sale -- I like the green quilted jacket. Finally, check out the Tory Burch stuff on sale. If you have small feet (I basically have skis for feet), then you have to get the adorable Reese flats that are on sale -- perfect for spring! Check it out at www.nordstrom.com.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Little Lilly Pulitzer Sale
Lilly lovers take note: Garnet Hill has Lilly Pulitzer for girls on sale for about 50% off. I think they are last spring's styles, but they are adorable! Check it out! www.garnethill.com
Happy shopping!
Happy shopping!
Cupcakes
First, let me tell you that I was born a cake-eater (those of you in Minnesota know what I'm talking about). So, when it comes to sweet bakery goods, I'm an expert ;)
Normally, I prefer cake made from scratch. However, little guy wanted to bake, so we made cupcakes FROM A BOX yesterday. They were amazing! I was so suprised by the quality that I sent an email to the company. If you're in the not-from-scratch cupcake making mood, try Duncan Hines Butter Recipe Golden cake mix. OMG were they good. Of course, I always make my own frosting. There's no decent substitution for that!
Normally, I prefer cake made from scratch. However, little guy wanted to bake, so we made cupcakes FROM A BOX yesterday. They were amazing! I was so suprised by the quality that I sent an email to the company. If you're in the not-from-scratch cupcake making mood, try Duncan Hines Butter Recipe Golden cake mix. OMG were they good. Of course, I always make my own frosting. There's no decent substitution for that!
Spell Check
I am apologizing right now about my spelling. Although I was in the biz for years, I'm a horrible speller. And, for whatever reason, my spellcheck on blogger doesn't work. I have no idea what I did to piss it off, but it is not cooperating. Any suggestions?
Pomegranateinc.com Sale with Free Monogramming
I have a few Pomegranate totes that I purchased at a sample sale in Louisville years ago. They're cute; they kind of remind me of Vera Bradley. Anyway, I had forgotten about them when I came across a cute Pomegranate tote listed on ebay. The listing said that a former Kate Spade designer now works for the company, so I went to check it out at www.pomegranateinc.com. The cute designs I found on ebay weren't there, however they had really cute corduroy totes and accessories on SALE with FREE MONOGRAMMING!
You should really check it out!
You should really check it out!
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Jonas Brothers
This past weekend I brought my daughter to see the Jonas Brothers in concert. For those of you without tween-age kids, the Jonas Brothers are the boy version of Hannah Montana.
When tickets went on sale about a month ago, I told my daughter I'd try to get tickets. So I went through the motions on ticketmaster, and to my surprise tickets were still available. $150 (plus taxes and service charges later) I had three tickets to the gig.
At first I was going to bring my middle son. (That's initially why I bought 3 tix.) However, he said there was NO WAY that he would go. This began the saga of determining which friend to bring. The first friend my daughter asked was one that I DO NOT KNOW. Meaning, I DO NOT KNOW THE PARENTS. Normally, this would be fine, but we were staying overnight at a hotel near the stadium. The parents "interviewed" me on the phone and then wanted to meet to see if I was worthy of taking their child. Finally, we both decided that maybe this wouldn't work. Phew! Next, we asked one of her good friends from school whose mom I do know. She initially said yes, but then had to withdraw because of a sports commitment. Next, she asked a friend that we carpool with. But this little girl was aprehensive about sleeping away from home (BTW, she's in 4th grade. Hmmm. Last, she asked the friend she should've asked in the first place. I know the mom, they swim together and are in the same class. Luckily, she's also an easygoing kid.
I picked the kids up early from school. I saw the principal in the office and it went like this:
Principal: So do the girls have a swim meet?
Me: Uh, no, we're going out of town for something else.
Secretary: Oh, what's going on? (Please try to mind your own biz, chick)
Me: Uh, I'm a taking them to a concert.
Secretary: Oh, which one.
Me: (looking down feeling like I'm in trouble) Jonas Brother
Secretary and Principal looking at each other: Have fun
Yowsa!
After stops for food and gas, we finally got to our hotel at about 5:00. We headed to the concert at 6:00. This was both girls' first concert, so both were super hyped up about going. They wore funky concert outfits, put glitter in their hair and even wore some eye shadow. It was really fun to see them getting ready.
The concert was really, really fun and REALLY, REALLY LOUD! The Jonas Brothers are sweet, cute kids, so I can see why the girls are crazy about them. Plus, their music is pretty good, too.
The concert ended around 9:30 (the girls started getting tired around 9:00) and we headed back to the hotel. I was exhausted and went to sleep but allowed the girls to stay up as late as they wanted. Around 11:30 I woke up to turn off the TV -- they were both out cold.
Much to my dismay, the girls were up around 7:00. What ever happened to sleeping in, ladies?! We packed up, went to the hotel restaurant for a really bad breakfast buffet, then piled in the car and headed home. We got home around 1:30 and I had to pay the babysitter (hubby was at MBA class).
We pretty much vegged the rest of the day until my husband got home. Then we recounted the entire night in detail.
It really was fun. I wonder which band will be the "it" band next?
When tickets went on sale about a month ago, I told my daughter I'd try to get tickets. So I went through the motions on ticketmaster, and to my surprise tickets were still available. $150 (plus taxes and service charges later) I had three tickets to the gig.
At first I was going to bring my middle son. (That's initially why I bought 3 tix.) However, he said there was NO WAY that he would go. This began the saga of determining which friend to bring. The first friend my daughter asked was one that I DO NOT KNOW. Meaning, I DO NOT KNOW THE PARENTS. Normally, this would be fine, but we were staying overnight at a hotel near the stadium. The parents "interviewed" me on the phone and then wanted to meet to see if I was worthy of taking their child. Finally, we both decided that maybe this wouldn't work. Phew! Next, we asked one of her good friends from school whose mom I do know. She initially said yes, but then had to withdraw because of a sports commitment. Next, she asked a friend that we carpool with. But this little girl was aprehensive about sleeping away from home (BTW, she's in 4th grade. Hmmm. Last, she asked the friend she should've asked in the first place. I know the mom, they swim together and are in the same class. Luckily, she's also an easygoing kid.
I picked the kids up early from school. I saw the principal in the office and it went like this:
Principal: So do the girls have a swim meet?
Me: Uh, no, we're going out of town for something else.
Secretary: Oh, what's going on? (Please try to mind your own biz, chick)
Me: Uh, I'm a taking them to a concert.
Secretary: Oh, which one.
Me: (looking down feeling like I'm in trouble) Jonas Brother
Secretary and Principal looking at each other: Have fun
Yowsa!
After stops for food and gas, we finally got to our hotel at about 5:00. We headed to the concert at 6:00. This was both girls' first concert, so both were super hyped up about going. They wore funky concert outfits, put glitter in their hair and even wore some eye shadow. It was really fun to see them getting ready.
The concert was really, really fun and REALLY, REALLY LOUD! The Jonas Brothers are sweet, cute kids, so I can see why the girls are crazy about them. Plus, their music is pretty good, too.
The concert ended around 9:30 (the girls started getting tired around 9:00) and we headed back to the hotel. I was exhausted and went to sleep but allowed the girls to stay up as late as they wanted. Around 11:30 I woke up to turn off the TV -- they were both out cold.
Much to my dismay, the girls were up around 7:00. What ever happened to sleeping in, ladies?! We packed up, went to the hotel restaurant for a really bad breakfast buffet, then piled in the car and headed home. We got home around 1:30 and I had to pay the babysitter (hubby was at MBA class).
We pretty much vegged the rest of the day until my husband got home. Then we recounted the entire night in detail.
It really was fun. I wonder which band will be the "it" band next?
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Happy Valentin'e Day
Leave it to me to forget to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day. Everyone in the family enjoyed the Martin Greers chocolates. I also gave everyone Reese PB Hearts. My kids teachers will probably love me for this, but yes, I let the kiddos eat chocolate for breakfast (along with their Honey Nut Cheerios). Hubby is taking me to the Billy Joel musical "Movin' Out' tonight. Should be fun!
Vera Bradley Sale Update
Little guy and I were out shopping today, and we visited a gift/toy store that sells Vera Bradley. They were offering the discontinued patterns (same as website) for a 25% discount, as well as discontinued styles in current patterns. You might want to check out your Vera Bradley store, because they might be offering the same deals.
TTFN!
TTFN!
My Tory Burch Revas Arrived
My Tory Burch Reva flats arrived today! I'm practically giddy! I LOVE THEM! I got the black with the gold medallian. They are so cute and comfortable. The weather is warm here today, so I'll probably wear them out tonight for V-Day. Just thought I'd let you know! (Do you think I used the exclamation point enough in this post?)
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Martin Greers Chocolate in Arkansas
I love chocolate. I love really dark chocolate. I love sweet milk chocolate (especially when it's combines with something salty like nuts or pretzels). I love white chocolate (again, especially when it's combined with something salty). Today I discovered a boutique chocolate shop about an hour from my house that is superb! It's called Martin Greer's Candy. All of the candy is made from scratch (you can see it being made). The offerings were overwhelming. Chocolate dipped orange peel, peanut butter carmel chocolate thingies, pretzel rods dipped in caramel, chocloate and pecans, toffee, pralines, chocolate covered cherries, and lots of fantastic cream filled truffles. I made a special trip to the little shop to buy sweets for my sweeties. Martin Greer himself put together little heart boxes for my two older kids who only like milk chocolate and won't eat nuts. Little guy got one of their pre-made assortments. My husband got a big pre-made assortment. My daughter's teacher got their tinest assortment. And, I got our babysitter, whose a senior in college and very bummed to be babysitting for us tomorrow night instead of spending it with a boyfriend (she's awesome, so I know she'll find someone soon). Plus, I got myself a aforementioned pretzel rod, chocolate covered peanut toffee, chocolate covered honeycomb, milk chocolate haystack and a dark chocolate lemon cream. Little guy and I split the pretzel on the way home. I also ate the haystack in the car. I took a break because I started to feel a little queezy from the sugar and the windy roads. However, I just ate the dark chocolate lemon cream. OMG! It was heavenly!
Anyway, if you're ever near Eureka Springs, Arkansas, you should make a special trip. Yum!
Anyway, if you're ever near Eureka Springs, Arkansas, you should make a special trip. Yum!
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Lilly Pulitzer and Lacoste Deals at Belk
The Lilly Pulitzer boutique at our Belk store is fantastic. I swear there is more merchandise there than in most signature stores! And, the sales occur much more often and for a greater savings. I was at Belk today and was delighted to find that some of my favorite fall/winter items were marked down. I didn't buy anything today (the extra red dot savings was only 25%, I wait until it's an extra 50% off the lowest price), but started to identify items that I will purchase in the future. At the top of my list is an adorable argyle vest. I've been admiring this vest since it arrived last fall. It's marked down to $94, but I'm hoping that I can end up getting it for around $40. I anticipate the big sale happening next weekend for President's Day, so I may be wearing it soon. I also tried on and almost bought a cute sundress. It's already marked 75% off. But, I don't need another sundress, so I'm waiting for the additional discount to bring down the price even more. Then there are these cute navy/cream print pants....well I could go on and on.
Also, Belk is offering Lacoste short sleeve polo shirts for $49.99 (normally $75). Also, the Lascoste hoodie sweatshirts were down to $63 and long sleeve polos were down to around $40.
If your at Belk and have kiddos, don't forget to check out the Ralph Lauren holiday line. They're practically giving it away! Sweaters for $10, polos for $8! I don't know how they can stay in business!
Happy shopping!
Also, Belk is offering Lacoste short sleeve polo shirts for $49.99 (normally $75). Also, the Lascoste hoodie sweatshirts were down to $63 and long sleeve polos were down to around $40.
If your at Belk and have kiddos, don't forget to check out the Ralph Lauren holiday line. They're practically giving it away! Sweaters for $10, polos for $8! I don't know how they can stay in business!
Happy shopping!
LL Bean Boat and Tote Sale
Have you been to the LL Bean website lately? You should. They have some cute new takes on classic items (check out the boots -- adorable). I'm here to report that they also are having a sale on their rugby striped Boat and Totes. For a limited time, how limited I don't know, the totes are 22-25% off. Not bad...I may get the navy and white stripe for my trip to Florida.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Best Clam Linguine Recipe
This is the best clam linguine recipe out there. I'm not Catholic (Lutheran, I am from Minnesota afterall), but I like to eat this during lent and/or whenever the weather is cold. I remember my dad cooking this when I was a teen. YUM! The recipe is from an old (and I believe now closed) Italian restaurant called Mama D's (it was located in Dinkytown, near the University of Minnesota). I hope you like it as much as I do!
Mama D's Clam Linguine
1 large onion
1 tsp chopped parsley
2 cloves garlic minced (if using jarred, do 2 tsp)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 (7 oz) can minced clams, undrained
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound linguine
6 quarts water
1 Tbsp salt
Parmesan cheese
Saute onion, parsley and garlic in olive oil until onions are soft and a bit golden. Add the clams, 1 cup water, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 1 hour.
Bring 6 quarts water and 1 Tbsp salt to a rolling boil. Cook linguine al dente (according to package directions). Drain pasta and sprinkle with cheese. Pour clam sauce over pasta and serve immediately.
Serve with a nice green salad and crusty bread.
Enjoy!
Mama D's Clam Linguine
1 large onion
1 tsp chopped parsley
2 cloves garlic minced (if using jarred, do 2 tsp)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 (7 oz) can minced clams, undrained
1 cup water
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound linguine
6 quarts water
1 Tbsp salt
Parmesan cheese
Saute onion, parsley and garlic in olive oil until onions are soft and a bit golden. Add the clams, 1 cup water, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 1 hour.
Bring 6 quarts water and 1 Tbsp salt to a rolling boil. Cook linguine al dente (according to package directions). Drain pasta and sprinkle with cheese. Pour clam sauce over pasta and serve immediately.
Serve with a nice green salad and crusty bread.
Enjoy!
Gift Giving -- It's the thought that counts
So, we are super late in sending a wedding gift to my husband's cousins (1 was married in August and 1 was married in October -- horrible, I know). So, I came up with a wedding gift idea while browsing TJ Maxx. I found these adorable pink Easter dessert plates make in Portugal. I purchased 4 of them and plan on pairing them with a Lilly Pulitzer Holiday's book that I got at Tuesday Morning a while ago. I know it's a CHEAP gift. But, we never, ever see them (honestly, the last time was 13 years ago at my wedding when one was 12 and the other was 16). My husband isn't exactly thrilled with the gift. I think it's a cute idea, and anyway, isn't it "the thought that counts?" I also picked up some Waterford high ball glasses (hubby was much more comfortable with that gift). One cousin will get the glasses the other the book/plates. Hopefully, they won't compare notes.
BTW -- Hubby has not volunteered to go and pick out wedding gifts himself (honestly, thought, whose husband would do this). And, he was not keen on my original idea: Tiffany platters.
BTW -- Hubby has not volunteered to go and pick out wedding gifts himself (honestly, thought, whose husband would do this). And, he was not keen on my original idea: Tiffany platters.
Tory Burch
Are you guys as obsessed with Tory Burch as I am? I love her style -- it's a great mix of preppy and trendy, just my style! And, I LOVE the Reva ballet flats! I have been very reluctant about spending $195 on a pair. I do not need another pair of ballet flats. My closet if full of them. On the other hand, I wear them constantly and having the golden medallian on my foot would make me so happy. Hmmm....I'll keep you posted!
Vera Bradley/Belk
I forgot to mention that I found some great flannel PJs at Belk. They look EXACTLY like the Vera Bradley Capri Blue and Capri Melon patterns. I think they are only $8.99! I'm not a flannel PJ person (don't like anything on my legs...weird, I know). But, I may go back and pick these up to use as lounge wear. They're really really cute!
Yikes! Has it been 6 days?
Hello! Sorry I haven't posted anything lately. Time has gotten away from me. My week wasn't terribly different from normal, so I don't know why I didn't get online.
I played my first tennis match of the season last night. My partner and I won, but my team lost. I was quite nervous going into the match, because, as I mentioned earlier, I had not played since early November (and that had just been a drill). I have to say that I was glad that I took the time to use the ball machine last weekend. It helped. My serve was inconsistent, but when it was on, it was on. My net game was still pretty good, but my ground strokes stunk. My partner wanted me to play forhand (normally I play backhand), so I was a little out of my element. But, everything worked out fine.
After the match my team went out for Mexican food. I was starving! Our match began at 6:30, and we were asked to come early to cheer on our teammates playing first. I got there when I was told, but didn't play until 7:45! I stupidly didn't eat before the match (it was my day to carpool for swimming, so I wan't home until 5:45). Luckily, I brought a granola bar (Sweet&Salty Peanut - yum). I was pratically shaking by the end of the second game and started taking bites of it whenever we switched sides.
My cleaning lady came this morning (Saturday). I found out about this after my match last night. At our house getting ready for the cleaning lady is a HUGE chore. Our house just gets so dirty, so fast. It's insane. Thank goodness my hubby was in a straightening mood and got just about everything ready for her while I was enjoying myself last night. Since I brought my daughter to swimming this morning, I didn't get to find out why our Monday cleanings have now turned into weekend ones. I don't like this new arrangement at all. On the bright side, I have a clean house to enjoy for the weekend.
Not a lot going on this weekend. We're either having homemade pizza or clam linguine for supper tonight. I'm craving the pasta, but have an inkling that I'll be voted down. We also just got a new Wii game in the mail from Gamefly called "Mama Cook Off." I guess its an Iron Chef-type game. I'm hoping my son will take a break from Cabelas Big Game Hunting, to let me try it. Otherwise, I'll be whooping it up after he goes to bed.
That's it for now. I'll try to be a more consistent blogger this week!
I played my first tennis match of the season last night. My partner and I won, but my team lost. I was quite nervous going into the match, because, as I mentioned earlier, I had not played since early November (and that had just been a drill). I have to say that I was glad that I took the time to use the ball machine last weekend. It helped. My serve was inconsistent, but when it was on, it was on. My net game was still pretty good, but my ground strokes stunk. My partner wanted me to play forhand (normally I play backhand), so I was a little out of my element. But, everything worked out fine.
After the match my team went out for Mexican food. I was starving! Our match began at 6:30, and we were asked to come early to cheer on our teammates playing first. I got there when I was told, but didn't play until 7:45! I stupidly didn't eat before the match (it was my day to carpool for swimming, so I wan't home until 5:45). Luckily, I brought a granola bar (Sweet&Salty Peanut - yum). I was pratically shaking by the end of the second game and started taking bites of it whenever we switched sides.
My cleaning lady came this morning (Saturday). I found out about this after my match last night. At our house getting ready for the cleaning lady is a HUGE chore. Our house just gets so dirty, so fast. It's insane. Thank goodness my hubby was in a straightening mood and got just about everything ready for her while I was enjoying myself last night. Since I brought my daughter to swimming this morning, I didn't get to find out why our Monday cleanings have now turned into weekend ones. I don't like this new arrangement at all. On the bright side, I have a clean house to enjoy for the weekend.
Not a lot going on this weekend. We're either having homemade pizza or clam linguine for supper tonight. I'm craving the pasta, but have an inkling that I'll be voted down. We also just got a new Wii game in the mail from Gamefly called "Mama Cook Off." I guess its an Iron Chef-type game. I'm hoping my son will take a break from Cabelas Big Game Hunting, to let me try it. Otherwise, I'll be whooping it up after he goes to bed.
That's it for now. I'll try to be a more consistent blogger this week!
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Super Bowl Sunday
If of all, let me just say that it is pushing 70 degrees today. Remember, we had a snow day 2 days ago. That's Arkansas weather for you!
Next, I am a football fan, I really am, but I have to admit that I'm watching this year's Super Bowl game primarily for the commercials. I am not a diehard Pats or Giants fan and am torn about rooting for either (I love the underdog, but I also think it would be neat for the Patriots to have a perfect record). I guess I'll just cheer for blue and red (note to those who don't follow football: both team's colors are blue and red).
We're not doing much for the football game. Our club is having a Super Bowl party, but I just want to do somethink low key. So we are ordering pizza and wings from the club and having them delivered. Our club just started offering delivery to those who live on property -- our club is in a gated neighborhood, so this makes it pretty easy for them. They just send it with a security guy doing his round. I love it because it makes my life so much easier, and I can get my club favorites without having to get dressed up!
This afternoon I took my daughter to see the American Girl play about Addy. For those not familiar with the story, it is about a girl who was a slave and who ran away to Philadelphia for freedom. It was billed for kids ages 8+. However, it was really, really intense. I was in tears for some of it. I think it should of been for kids much older. In any case it was well done, and we both enjoyed it.
Yesterday was a busy day so I didn't get post anything. My day started with a birthday party at 10 a.m. at Chuck-E-Cheese. My kids beg me for parties there, but I just can't do them. Way too stressful. A little girl from my son's class had her party there, and my son was delighted to attend (even though the party was for a girl). While he was having fun playing video games, I was having fun at Belk. My deals yesterday included 2 )one red, one hunter) Ralph Lauren cotton cable sweaters for my youngest son for $11.57 each. They had each retailed for $59! I also found a pink Ralph Lauren oxford shirt for my husband for $21. It had been $89! Last, I bought some PJs for my middle son for $3.47 that had been $28. These deals made my day!
Later in the afternoon, I decided that I had better get on the ball machine, so I did just that. I stank. OMG -- it's amazing how much you can loose in 2 months! I swear I could barely hit the ball over the net. And, don't get me started on my serve. I could not get in one serve on my Ad side. Yikes! My match next Friday will not be pretty.
Finally, we were supposed to go to a Mardi Gras party last night and bring a hot, single co-worker of my husband's to meet my nice Junior League friend. However, at about 4:30 my husband talked to his co-worker and discovered that he had a date and wanted to bring her! This obviously wasn't going to work, so we decided not to go to the party (yes, I let her know we wouldn't be there...thankfully, I could do it via e-vite). Instead, we joined our neighbor for a birthday dinner at a local restaurant. It was lots of fun. I drank one too many lemon martinis (they're just sooooo good), so I was feeling a little out of it this morning.
That's it for my weekend. I'm off to watch football, drink beer and eat pizza!
Have a good night and go team!
Next, I am a football fan, I really am, but I have to admit that I'm watching this year's Super Bowl game primarily for the commercials. I am not a diehard Pats or Giants fan and am torn about rooting for either (I love the underdog, but I also think it would be neat for the Patriots to have a perfect record). I guess I'll just cheer for blue and red (note to those who don't follow football: both team's colors are blue and red).
We're not doing much for the football game. Our club is having a Super Bowl party, but I just want to do somethink low key. So we are ordering pizza and wings from the club and having them delivered. Our club just started offering delivery to those who live on property -- our club is in a gated neighborhood, so this makes it pretty easy for them. They just send it with a security guy doing his round. I love it because it makes my life so much easier, and I can get my club favorites without having to get dressed up!
This afternoon I took my daughter to see the American Girl play about Addy. For those not familiar with the story, it is about a girl who was a slave and who ran away to Philadelphia for freedom. It was billed for kids ages 8+. However, it was really, really intense. I was in tears for some of it. I think it should of been for kids much older. In any case it was well done, and we both enjoyed it.
Yesterday was a busy day so I didn't get post anything. My day started with a birthday party at 10 a.m. at Chuck-E-Cheese. My kids beg me for parties there, but I just can't do them. Way too stressful. A little girl from my son's class had her party there, and my son was delighted to attend (even though the party was for a girl). While he was having fun playing video games, I was having fun at Belk. My deals yesterday included 2 )one red, one hunter) Ralph Lauren cotton cable sweaters for my youngest son for $11.57 each. They had each retailed for $59! I also found a pink Ralph Lauren oxford shirt for my husband for $21. It had been $89! Last, I bought some PJs for my middle son for $3.47 that had been $28. These deals made my day!
Later in the afternoon, I decided that I had better get on the ball machine, so I did just that. I stank. OMG -- it's amazing how much you can loose in 2 months! I swear I could barely hit the ball over the net. And, don't get me started on my serve. I could not get in one serve on my Ad side. Yikes! My match next Friday will not be pretty.
Finally, we were supposed to go to a Mardi Gras party last night and bring a hot, single co-worker of my husband's to meet my nice Junior League friend. However, at about 4:30 my husband talked to his co-worker and discovered that he had a date and wanted to bring her! This obviously wasn't going to work, so we decided not to go to the party (yes, I let her know we wouldn't be there...thankfully, I could do it via e-vite). Instead, we joined our neighbor for a birthday dinner at a local restaurant. It was lots of fun. I drank one too many lemon martinis (they're just sooooo good), so I was feeling a little out of it this morning.
That's it for my weekend. I'm off to watch football, drink beer and eat pizza!
Have a good night and go team!
Friday, February 1, 2008
Snow Daze Part 2
Our school district decided to cancel school again today. UGH! Honestly, I don't think we got more than 2 inches of snow. The TV has been on since 7:30 a.m., so I think we need to figure out something fun to do in the house. Of course, I'd like to have the crew clean up. However, I think that may just cause too much stress for me and everyone else. Maybe we'll head to the club for lunch (it's in our neighborhood)...something to just get out of the house? Hmmm....
Anyway, like I said yesterday to those with kids at home because of the weather: Stay warm, safe and sane!
Anyway, like I said yesterday to those with kids at home because of the weather: Stay warm, safe and sane!
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Snow Daze
Well, we got an inch or two of snow today, so school was cancelled. Our "wise" weathermen, predicted 6-9 inches. The Minnesota girl that I am loved the snow. I love looking out my window and seeing everything dusted in white. I also love getting bundled up in my warm (and extremely unflattering) down jacket, ski gloves and LL Bean boots and heading outside. We built a great snowman (if I can figure out how to post a photo, I will) and just played and played. My little guy is fascinated by the snow and even more by the snowman. He keeps wanting to look outside to make sure the "man" doesn't up and leave. Very cute.
The big down side of having a snow day is that my house turns into a disaster area. Truly it does. Remember that my cleaning lady was here on Sunday. You wouldn't be able to tell now. Little guy has Little People and trains scattered throughout his room. My middle guy has various cables and cords (ones from old phones and stereo equipment that should have been thrown away years or even decades ago) woven across his room and is "fishing" for stuffed fish. My daughter has clothes, American Girl dolls, crafts, books and Barbies littering her floor (I shouldn't be too harsh on her though, she has watched/played with little guy a lot). Plus, there are shoes, dishes and various clothing items in the family room and dishes stacked in the sink (OK, that's my doing, but still).
Hubby was able to come home from work a little early (5:30, but it's the effort that counts) to take the kids sledding. I'm not sure who had more fun. I stayed home to make dinner. As I mentioned, I'm like getting bundled up in a coat, gloves, boots. I DO NOT like wearing snow pants, nor do I like it when my pants/jeans/whatever I'm wearing on the bottom get wet from the cold. I guess I like the cold and snow, but I like it on MY terms.
My first tennis match of the season is a week from tomorrow. Because of the weater on Wednesday, I never did make it to the drill. I saw my captain that day and told her that I haven't played at all, and she kind of freaked. She gets a little stressed about team tennis. I'm hoping that the snow melts and I can at least get on the ball machine this weekend, otherwise I'll be in TROUBLE!
To everyone out there who is also having a snow day with their kids today: Stay safe, warm and sane!
The big down side of having a snow day is that my house turns into a disaster area. Truly it does. Remember that my cleaning lady was here on Sunday. You wouldn't be able to tell now. Little guy has Little People and trains scattered throughout his room. My middle guy has various cables and cords (ones from old phones and stereo equipment that should have been thrown away years or even decades ago) woven across his room and is "fishing" for stuffed fish. My daughter has clothes, American Girl dolls, crafts, books and Barbies littering her floor (I shouldn't be too harsh on her though, she has watched/played with little guy a lot). Plus, there are shoes, dishes and various clothing items in the family room and dishes stacked in the sink (OK, that's my doing, but still).
Hubby was able to come home from work a little early (5:30, but it's the effort that counts) to take the kids sledding. I'm not sure who had more fun. I stayed home to make dinner. As I mentioned, I'm like getting bundled up in a coat, gloves, boots. I DO NOT like wearing snow pants, nor do I like it when my pants/jeans/whatever I'm wearing on the bottom get wet from the cold. I guess I like the cold and snow, but I like it on MY terms.
My first tennis match of the season is a week from tomorrow. Because of the weater on Wednesday, I never did make it to the drill. I saw my captain that day and told her that I haven't played at all, and she kind of freaked. She gets a little stressed about team tennis. I'm hoping that the snow melts and I can at least get on the ball machine this weekend, otherwise I'll be in TROUBLE!
To everyone out there who is also having a snow day with their kids today: Stay safe, warm and sane!
Vera Bradley Sale
Hi! I just wanted to let you know that several Vera Bradley patterns are retiring and that www.verabradley.com is offering those items for 25% off. I am looking at the dog collars. I have 2 dogs: 4 year old goldendoodle and almost 13 year old yellow lab. My yellow lab really, really needs a new collar. But, although I love her (after all, she was the one who originally made me a mom), she's really old for a lab. Ugh. She's sitting right here looking at me, so I'm feeling really guilty for having these thoughts. Maybe neither dog will get a collar.
Anyway, I have several Vera Bradley items. I love to buy them, but tend not to use them that often (the patterns tend to clash with the patterns that I'm wearing -- make sense?). The items I use most are my umbrella, belt and make-up bag. My unpreppy daughter likes her little purse (thank goodness), and I have used Vera Bradley bags as diaper bags for 10+ years.
If you love Vera, be sure to check out their web site.
Anyway, I have several Vera Bradley items. I love to buy them, but tend not to use them that often (the patterns tend to clash with the patterns that I'm wearing -- make sense?). The items I use most are my umbrella, belt and make-up bag. My unpreppy daughter likes her little purse (thank goodness), and I have used Vera Bradley bags as diaper bags for 10+ years.
If you love Vera, be sure to check out their web site.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Bloomies
Oh how I love a good deal! Today my black Lacoste polo that I ordered from Bloomingdales for 40% off arrived. Love it! It will be perfect for Florida. I'm going to pair it with my white or stone capris and Burberry espadrilles! Tres cute!
World's Best Roast
Jeez, I was reading my post after I put it up and, boy, don't I sound whiney?! Yikes! I hope I don't sound that this in real life, too. (That would be horrible!) Anyway, I forgot to add that I made my favorite roast beef recipe last night. It came from one of my dear friends in Virginia, whose mom got it from a chef in DC when she took a cooking class with him. It's called Braised Anise Beef. Instead of making it on the stovetop, I make it in the Crockpot. It's perfect for cold winter days!
Braised Anise Beef
4 lb chuck roast (honestly, I never pay attention to the size; use whatever you can get)
2 Tbsp sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
Large pinch of 5 spice (found in the Asian section of most larger supermarkets)
1 clove garlic (I use 1 tsp. minced garlic from a jar)
2 cloves star anise (has to be star anise, not regular; look for it with Hispanic or Asian spices)
1/4 cup water
Put the chuck roast in crock pot. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour over roast. Cover and cook on high for 6-8 hours (during that time do not remove the lid). When roast is done, remove lid and disgard star anise. Shred meat in the crock pot (or remove cut off excess fat and return to juice). Serve on sliced crusty rolls with a green salad.
Here's the salad that we always have with it (it's a Junior League fav):
Sensational Salad
1 bag romaine lettuce (or two large heads)
1 bunch parsley, chopped
1 cup grated Romano cheese
1 (4 oz) package blue cheese, crumbled
Ground pepper to taste
Sensational Salad Dressing
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup olive oil (Extra virgin, of course)
2 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh is best)
1 1/2 Tbsp white vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tsp minced garlic from jar)
1 tsp salt
Ground pepper to taste.
Whisk salad dressing ingredients together. Pour on salad ingredients and toss (Note: You probably will only use about 1/2 the dressing.)
Bon Apetit!
Braised Anise Beef
4 lb chuck roast (honestly, I never pay attention to the size; use whatever you can get)
2 Tbsp sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
Large pinch of 5 spice (found in the Asian section of most larger supermarkets)
1 clove garlic (I use 1 tsp. minced garlic from a jar)
2 cloves star anise (has to be star anise, not regular; look for it with Hispanic or Asian spices)
1/4 cup water
Put the chuck roast in crock pot. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour over roast. Cover and cook on high for 6-8 hours (during that time do not remove the lid). When roast is done, remove lid and disgard star anise. Shred meat in the crock pot (or remove cut off excess fat and return to juice). Serve on sliced crusty rolls with a green salad.
Here's the salad that we always have with it (it's a Junior League fav):
Sensational Salad
1 bag romaine lettuce (or two large heads)
1 bunch parsley, chopped
1 cup grated Romano cheese
1 (4 oz) package blue cheese, crumbled
Ground pepper to taste
Sensational Salad Dressing
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup olive oil (Extra virgin, of course)
2 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh is best)
1 1/2 Tbsp white vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tsp minced garlic from jar)
1 tsp salt
Ground pepper to taste.
Whisk salad dressing ingredients together. Pour on salad ingredients and toss (Note: You probably will only use about 1/2 the dressing.)
Bon Apetit!
Phone Calls
Hola! What a busy couple of days it has been. I can't believe I forgot to post yesterday. My hubby was contacted by a headhunter regarding a job opportunity in Minnesota! I'm really excited! I'm reading the book "The Secret" right now, so I believe that my positive thinking and visualization is going to help us fulfill our goal of returning to the land of 10,000 (frozen) lakes. His experience probably has a lot to do with it, too. I really do believe that we will be back in Minnesota within the next year. I really do.
My family and most of my friends are still in the Twin Cities area. I miss them dearly, although some of them (mostly my mother) drives me a little crazy. I love my mom, I really do. But she can be pretty self centered. Case in point: She calls to ask me how the appointment with the school went on Monday. She pleasantly asked how it went and I think I was able to say it well, then nothing else. Instead she proceeded to tell me about the weather, about lunch with so and so, how she went to the supermarket, what she had for lunch, that she was washing her hair that afternoon (happens 1x week - weird), then all the ailments of her friends and last the latest news about our old neighbors children (the "children" are 37 and 35). I try not to get upset about it (it really pisses my sister off). I tend to just say oh, aha, great on a regular basis, then tell her one of my kids needs me and then say good-bye. Even though she's like this, she's all I've got since my dad died years ago. Lately I've been thinking of mortality and it really freaks me out to think that in 20 years, she probably won't be around. I guess this is another reason that I'm anxious to get back home.
Well, we had a meltdown with my 10-year-old yesterday. She forgot to take her ipod out of her pocket before it was washed, and as you can imagine, it doesn't work anymore. She freaked out. I felt bad for her. Everyone who is anyone at school has an ipod (not a generic MP3, but the real thing). She got this one for her 9th birthday and loved it. However, part of me is glad that she had a harsh lesson in responsibility. I swear kids these days -- especially in my demographic -- get handed everything on a silver platter. I think it's good for her to want something. We are having her do chores and help with her brothers as a way to earn money. We head to Florida in March, so she (and me too) really wants to have a new one by then.
I am making burrito pie for dinner tonight. It was listed on yahoo one day and the photo looked appetizing. I'm hoping the kids will eat it (oldest should, middle and youngest, probably not). Otherwise, they'll get our backup protein: meatballs. Yikes, I just looked at the time, and I have to start making dinner NOW.
Have a great night!
My family and most of my friends are still in the Twin Cities area. I miss them dearly, although some of them (mostly my mother) drives me a little crazy. I love my mom, I really do. But she can be pretty self centered. Case in point: She calls to ask me how the appointment with the school went on Monday. She pleasantly asked how it went and I think I was able to say it well, then nothing else. Instead she proceeded to tell me about the weather, about lunch with so and so, how she went to the supermarket, what she had for lunch, that she was washing her hair that afternoon (happens 1x week - weird), then all the ailments of her friends and last the latest news about our old neighbors children (the "children" are 37 and 35). I try not to get upset about it (it really pisses my sister off). I tend to just say oh, aha, great on a regular basis, then tell her one of my kids needs me and then say good-bye. Even though she's like this, she's all I've got since my dad died years ago. Lately I've been thinking of mortality and it really freaks me out to think that in 20 years, she probably won't be around. I guess this is another reason that I'm anxious to get back home.
Well, we had a meltdown with my 10-year-old yesterday. She forgot to take her ipod out of her pocket before it was washed, and as you can imagine, it doesn't work anymore. She freaked out. I felt bad for her. Everyone who is anyone at school has an ipod (not a generic MP3, but the real thing). She got this one for her 9th birthday and loved it. However, part of me is glad that she had a harsh lesson in responsibility. I swear kids these days -- especially in my demographic -- get handed everything on a silver platter. I think it's good for her to want something. We are having her do chores and help with her brothers as a way to earn money. We head to Florida in March, so she (and me too) really wants to have a new one by then.
I am making burrito pie for dinner tonight. It was listed on yahoo one day and the photo looked appetizing. I'm hoping the kids will eat it (oldest should, middle and youngest, probably not). Otherwise, they'll get our backup protein: meatballs. Yikes, I just looked at the time, and I have to start making dinner NOW.
Have a great night!
Monday, January 28, 2008
Manic Monday
Well, I was so nervous about my son's school meeting this morning that I hardly slept last night. I blamed it on my husband's snoring (really, that's not quite fair b/c he doesn't snore that loud, but that's my story and I'm sticking to it). He told me that it was anxiety and that I should get a script for it. I have a Dr's appointment in March, so I may just do that. I could definitely stand to be a little less tense these days. Anyway, the school meeting went FINE. Actually, nothing new was really mentioned except the fact that they want him to be evaluated by a PT and OT. By law in 60 days we should be able to know whether he can get special services.
After the meeting, I felt exhausted, but decided to list some items on ebay. I LOVE ebay. I mostly use it to get rid of my daughters outgrown (or these days unwanted) Lilly Pulitzer items. I LOVE LOVE LOVE Lilly Pulitzer. My daughter does not. :( She used to humor me by wearing them for church or to the club, but now all she will wear are jeans (except for the adorable Lilly jeans that I bought her), Abercrombie and Limited Too. Trendy and trashy. UGH! Today I was listing shoes and some of little guys outgrown smocked rompers. Speaking of ebay, I just got an adorable CK Bradley tote for my daughter in the mail today. She OKed it, so I'm delighted. She may not dress preppy these days, but at least she's carrying preppy accessories!
Finally, I received my team tennis schedule today. I play on one of my club's 3.0 women's teams. I'm a little nervous. I literally haven't picked up a racket since early November, and I just found out our first match is February 8. YIKES! I guess I'll be drilling tomorrow in the cold.
Well, middle son should be home from school soon (he takes the bus twice a week), so I've gotta go. Bye!
After the meeting, I felt exhausted, but decided to list some items on ebay. I LOVE ebay. I mostly use it to get rid of my daughters outgrown (or these days unwanted) Lilly Pulitzer items. I LOVE LOVE LOVE Lilly Pulitzer. My daughter does not. :( She used to humor me by wearing them for church or to the club, but now all she will wear are jeans (except for the adorable Lilly jeans that I bought her), Abercrombie and Limited Too. Trendy and trashy. UGH! Today I was listing shoes and some of little guys outgrown smocked rompers. Speaking of ebay, I just got an adorable CK Bradley tote for my daughter in the mail today. She OKed it, so I'm delighted. She may not dress preppy these days, but at least she's carrying preppy accessories!
Finally, I received my team tennis schedule today. I play on one of my club's 3.0 women's teams. I'm a little nervous. I literally haven't picked up a racket since early November, and I just found out our first match is February 8. YIKES! I guess I'll be drilling tomorrow in the cold.
Well, middle son should be home from school soon (he takes the bus twice a week), so I've gotta go. Bye!
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Beautiful Weather Today
OMG the weather was FABULOUS today! After a week of horrid weather and below freezing temps, today's 65 was glorious. Our cleaning lady came around 9:oo this morning. Usually, we would consider going to church while she's here (BTW, she normally comes on Mondays.) However, today was our annual church meeting, so we didn't go. (Yes, I know its our responsibility to go and vote, blah, blah, blah. But, church+meeting+luncheon=3 or more hours . I'm sorry, but with the weather so nice and church so long, it just wasn't going to happen. Our God is a forgiving God, so tonight I will ask him to forgive my family for this.) Instead we went to a national military park. I actually love these places. I think its so cool how we are walking through the same woods and even along the same paths where thousands of soldiers fought and lost their lives. I would never visit the park on the anniversary of the battle or when it's dark though. I believe that those woods must be haunted. For the most part, the kids enjoyed the adventure, too. My 10-year-old girl wasn't completely delighted about going off the path; however, nothing we do lately is right, so I think she would've hated anything. My middle son, who loves nature and the outdoors, was mildly impressed. We bought him a hiking staff at the visitor center, so he was pretty satisfied. Our little guy hated the visitor center (we watched the welcome movie before heading outside), but loved running around and looking at the cannons.
When we got home, our cleaning lady was gone and the house was spic-n-span. Heaven! My husband and I are terrible housekeepers. So, we savor the first few hours of clean after the cleaning lady leaves. (After a few hours, the kids mess it up and it starts to smell doggy again.)
Since we didn't want the kids messing things up, we MADE them play outside for a while. My middle son thought this was torture. (He loves nature and the outdoors, but only on his terms.) My daughter was grouchy about it (of course) until I gave her a money making opportunity: pick up the dog poop in the back yard for 10 cents a pile. She made $12.50. Gross! I can't believe there was that much crap back there. Oh well, money well spent. Hopefully, she'll save the money, although she keeps talking about buying another Webkinz - ugh!
Tomorrow we're meeting with school officials to find out whether my middle son is eligible for special services. He has ADHD, ODD and anxiety issues, which makes school challenging for him. I suspect he has a learning disability. He also may have Aspergers (his psychiatrist wants tests done). He's a really bright kid, but has a difficult time reading and writing. He also has some social/behavior issues. I just want him to receive whatever he needs to make school enjoyable and effective.
Well, that's it for today. It's now 10:34 p.m. and officially 4 minutes past my bedtime.
Good night.
When we got home, our cleaning lady was gone and the house was spic-n-span. Heaven! My husband and I are terrible housekeepers. So, we savor the first few hours of clean after the cleaning lady leaves. (After a few hours, the kids mess it up and it starts to smell doggy again.)
Since we didn't want the kids messing things up, we MADE them play outside for a while. My middle son thought this was torture. (He loves nature and the outdoors, but only on his terms.) My daughter was grouchy about it (of course) until I gave her a money making opportunity: pick up the dog poop in the back yard for 10 cents a pile. She made $12.50. Gross! I can't believe there was that much crap back there. Oh well, money well spent. Hopefully, she'll save the money, although she keeps talking about buying another Webkinz - ugh!
Tomorrow we're meeting with school officials to find out whether my middle son is eligible for special services. He has ADHD, ODD and anxiety issues, which makes school challenging for him. I suspect he has a learning disability. He also may have Aspergers (his psychiatrist wants tests done). He's a really bright kid, but has a difficult time reading and writing. He also has some social/behavior issues. I just want him to receive whatever he needs to make school enjoyable and effective.
Well, that's it for today. It's now 10:34 p.m. and officially 4 minutes past my bedtime.
Good night.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Gotta Love Belk
Well, I accomplished almost everything on my list today. Laundry folded, check. Put away, half-check (still need to put away little guy's). Kohls return, check. Library, check. Belk, big ole check! I think we set a new savings record for this fine old department store: $1,244! We only spent $298 (before taxes). Highlights of our shopping spree include: $175 men's cashmere sweaters for $25; $160 Lilly Pulitzer sweater set for $47; and a $200 men's blazer for $27! I tried on the black/white skirt and halter cashmere sweater, but it didn't look right on me (I'm too busty). Same went for the strapless red dress. Oh well. I'm waiting for some of their spring merchandise to go on sale. I LOVE the navy zebra stripes and the navy, pink and green silk sleeveless tunic. TTFN!
Saturday To Do List
Good morning! I'm trying to decide what to do with my day. When I worked, I was a list maker. However, since "retiring," I rarely do lists. In retrospect, I think this has been a mistake. Personally, I find that when I do make a list, I feel a little more in control of my day. So, I'm really going to try to make "to do" lists again. Here's my to do list for today:
- Fold laundry (I've got a ton of clean clothes in laundry baskets in my room)
- Put away laundry (I HATE doing this chore)
- Pick up/help pick up kids' rooms (cleaning lady is coming tomorrow instead of Monday)
- Return Christmas gifts from Kohls
- Check out the sales at Belk (FYI -- Belk now has a FANTASTIC Lilly Pulitzer boutique in their store, and the stuff goes on sale ALL THE TIME. Right now they have the cute black/white skirt and red, sleeveless ruffle dress from their holiday 2007 collection for 40% off, plus another 30% off -- can't beat that!)
- Box up and PUT IN CAR clothes to be donated to Salvation Army
- Return library books -- due today!
I should add play with each of the kids; however, I feel kind of guilty putting that on paper like it's a chore.
Also, you will notice that I am not including anything about doing the dishes, although there are dishes piled up in the sink and clean ones in the dish washer. This is officially my husband's chore. I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt that it will get done. Another item not listed is dinner. I do 96.5% of the cooking in my house. However, we're having bean soup tonight and that's my husband's specialty. Yum!
Friday, January 25, 2008
Vineyard Vines Sale
Attention all preppies: Vineyard Vines is having a winter sale right now. Lots of great sweaters, polos, shirts, pants, etc. Unfortunately, there aren't any men's ties on sale. Oh well, that's what ebay is for! Happy shopping!
www.vineyardvines.com
www.vineyardvines.com
411 on Me
Hi, everyone! I can't believe I actually did this. Wow! I feel sooo savvy. After reading an article in my newspaper about moms blogging, I thought I'd give it a try. So, here it goes...
First, you may be wondering why I chose the Pink and Green and In Between as the name of my blog. Well, I am preppy. My closet is filled with Lilly Pulitzer, J Crew, Lacoste and RL. My favorite shoes are a pair of brown Gucci loafers. I love plaid, argyle, fair isle, rugby. I play tennis at the country club. You get the idea. However, the ladies I hang out with are not preppy. They are very fashion forward. They wear the skinny jeans, mile high heels, tunic tops, funky jewelry. And they look gorgeous! So, when we go out for Ladies Night, I put away the chinos, loafers and twinsets and put on my trendy clothes (I know you died-in-the-wool preppy girls are rolling your eyes at this. Oh, well). Thus, I added the "In Between" to my blog name.
Next, I thought I'd tell you a little bit about me. I grew up in Minnesota, attended college in Wisconsin, got married when I was 26, and have 3 wonderful children ages 10, 7 and 2, plus 2 big goofy dogs. My husband and I have moved several times for his job over the course of our marriage (we're currently in house #5). Just before my second child was born I quit my career in public relations to be a stay-at-home mom. We currently call Arkansas home, but are actively trying to make our way back to Minnesota.
Finally, I thought I'd get down in writing what I hope to accomplish on the blog. First, I'd like to get a written record of what happens in my family's life. I would also like to use this as a type of therapy for me for when things aren't going my way. Last, I would like to offer bits of information that I find helpful to those in the blogosphere.
Until next time...
First, you may be wondering why I chose the Pink and Green and In Between as the name of my blog. Well, I am preppy. My closet is filled with Lilly Pulitzer, J Crew, Lacoste and RL. My favorite shoes are a pair of brown Gucci loafers. I love plaid, argyle, fair isle, rugby. I play tennis at the country club. You get the idea. However, the ladies I hang out with are not preppy. They are very fashion forward. They wear the skinny jeans, mile high heels, tunic tops, funky jewelry. And they look gorgeous! So, when we go out for Ladies Night, I put away the chinos, loafers and twinsets and put on my trendy clothes (I know you died-in-the-wool preppy girls are rolling your eyes at this. Oh, well). Thus, I added the "In Between" to my blog name.
Next, I thought I'd tell you a little bit about me. I grew up in Minnesota, attended college in Wisconsin, got married when I was 26, and have 3 wonderful children ages 10, 7 and 2, plus 2 big goofy dogs. My husband and I have moved several times for his job over the course of our marriage (we're currently in house #5). Just before my second child was born I quit my career in public relations to be a stay-at-home mom. We currently call Arkansas home, but are actively trying to make our way back to Minnesota.
Finally, I thought I'd get down in writing what I hope to accomplish on the blog. First, I'd like to get a written record of what happens in my family's life. I would also like to use this as a type of therapy for me for when things aren't going my way. Last, I would like to offer bits of information that I find helpful to those in the blogosphere.
Until next time...
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