Monday On My Mind 2. 29.16

So let me get this straight --
 I'm supposed to get rid of everything in my house 
that doesn't "spark joy?" 

There are some good tips in this book about the Japanese art of tidying up, 
but should I really toss my iron? 
My bathroom scale?
My dental floss?
 
 If you stop by, and I'm cleaning my house in an evening gown,
you'll know that I complied.
Oh, wait -- I'll have tossed the cleaning supplies, too.

Hmmm, maybe this is a good idea, after all. 

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Can someone explain why everyone in Billions 
only wears gray or blue? 

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What were the odds that I would 
run into my hairdresser at a restaurant,
when I was having 
The. Worst. Hair. Day. Ever?   

Source

If you are me, the odds were very, very good.

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Is it just me, 
or does this bird remind you of someone?

Actually, it's not just me...I asked Mr. and Junior Goo Shoes, 
and they guessed right away.

See?

 Sourc

 No wonder I don't get anything done.

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That's what's on my mind this Monday morning.

What's on your mind?

Best of the Weekend 2.26.16

Welcome to the weekend!
I feel guilty saying this, but even though I don't work anymore,
I still look forward to the weekends. 
I get to sleep late...er, later...
take two days off from exercising...
sit in my bathrobe and read the paper...
enjoy multiple cups of coffee...  
and browse through all of the inspirational links 
here at Best of the Weekend!   
Let's start this party! 

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Creative Way to Repurpose a Wooden Flatware Chest - The Interior Frugalista 

I happen to have an old flatware chest, 

and I'm going to do this! 

A few of my favorites from last week:

Chipotle Lime Shrimp and Quinoa Bowl - Meatloaf and Melodrama
I'm "bowled" over by all of the deliciousness in one recipe.
Yum. 

5-Minute Fire Roasted Salsa - Giggles Galore
I wish there was a diving board at the end of this bowl,
so I could plunge right in!   

Chest Makeover with Spray Paint - Savvy Apron 
I'm walking around the house with a can of spray paint  
looking for something to make over.
The dog looks nervous.

100 Reasons To Plan A Girls' Getaway Weekend Now - Teach Mama
You don't have to ask me twice -- who's in???

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DIY Mason Jar Wedding Centerpieces

Do you know anyone who is getting married in the near future?
I've got three weddings to go to in the next year --
one in a barn, one more traditional...
and the third is still in the planning stages.
Weddings are no longer cookie-cutter events,
but highly personalized to capture the personalities of the couples.   

When we got married, 

I thought we were breaking the mold

Best of the Weekend 2.19.16

 

Happy Friday, everyone!
Do you have big plans for the weekend?
We've got a few things going on here...
we're meeting my sister (aka, Aunt Goo Shoes) for a quick bite tonight;
getting together with friends tomorrow night at our favorite Chinese restaurant,
and

Keep Calm and Dream On: Five Things I Do Before Bedtime

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Are you one of those people who falls asleep the minute your head hits the pillow?
Or, are you like me -- where bedtime means 
it's time for your brain to start doing mental aerobics?

I used to blame my inability to fall asleep on work stress,

but I don't have that excuse any more.
I just can't seem to turn off my brain,

and it can take hours before Mr. Sandman shows up.
 I've tried...

Today in New York City 2.16.16

Dreary, rainy day in the Big Apple. 

But a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do, 

when she needs to go in, and get her hair colored done.

All photos taken on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

Best of the Weekend...Presidents, Hearts and Wisdom Teeth

 

Hello, and welcome to Best of the Weekend!
We get a two-fer holiday weekend here in the U.S. --
it's President's Weekend and Valentine's Day,
so hopefully, many of you have a nice, long weekend ahead.

We're going to be laying low

Chicken Teriyaki...and the Inter-Ethnic Food Marriage Debate

Do you believe that foods from different ethnic backgrounds 
can coexist in wedded bliss, within the same recipe?

Depending on your personal tolerance levels,
some mixed food marriages could truly be for better...or for worse.

How about guacamole ravioli? 
Pad Thai nicoise? 
General Tso's sauerbraten? 

I am completely open-minded when it comes to combining ethnic foods in recipes,
as long as the flavors and textures make sense together.