Category Archives: Recipes

August 17, 2011

Vintage Home Bars

Hello there! I hope your summer has been fabulous. It’s going SO fast, isn’t it? So, I just got done posting on my other blog about my love of Vintage Seltzer Bottles. These amazing historic objects are now being sought … Continue reading →

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May 11, 2011

Mother’s Day in Seattle

Chris surprised me with a Mother’s Day trip to Seattle! Yah! Early Sunday morning, we loaded up the car and off we went. We rented a sweet little condo in the heart of Belltown. Perfect! This was our view… You … Continue reading →

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March 4, 2011

Friday Escape: Maldives

Okay so are you ready for your Friday Escape? I am! Thank you so much to those of you who left suggestions. I really appreciate it. I made a list and we will be visiting all the lovely locations you … Continue reading →

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December 15, 2010

Link Love

Hello friends, Image via weheartit Yesterday it was perfectly rainy here in Portland. (Surprise, surprise)…and I was roaming through blogland with my hot cup of tea. I discovered so many pretty things to show you that I was having an … Continue reading →

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November 24, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving

Hello friends, Tonight my brother came over to make pumpkin pie with Grace. It was so sweet. He patiently measured out each ingredient and then allowed her to add it to the bowl. With her tiny hands, she carefully emptied … Continue reading →

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October 13, 2010

Vicarious Vacations # 4: Luxembourg

Hello friends and Happy Friday! Welcome to our last Vicarious Vacation. I know the previous destinations have been off the beaten path but I couldn’t resist taking you here. Like many girls, I have a soft place in my heart … Continue reading →

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October 8, 2010

Vicarious Vacations #3: Hydra town, Greece

Happy Friday and welcome to another Vicarious Vacation. I can’t even express how excited I am to travel with you today! Our destination promises beauty, relaxation and of course some amazing food. We are off to the Greek island of … Continue reading →

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September 24, 2010

Vicarious Vacation # 1 : Casole d’Elsa

Happy Friday and welcome to our Vicarious Vacation. Today, I’m going to whisk us off to the quaint, little town of Casole d’Elsa in the hills of Tuscany. Strolling down the ancient cobblestone alleyways, decadent wine tastings, a visit to … Continue reading →

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August 12, 2010

Jitterbug Magic

Tuesday evening was magical. I hosted my book club for the first time and had a blast decorating with Tom Robbins book, Jitterbug Perfume as my inspiration. This my first Tom Robbins novel and it won’t be my last. I … Continue reading →

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June 14, 2010

Hydrating Rose Oil

The roses are blooming everywhere, so now is a great time to create your very own hydrating rose body oil. The essential oil of roses is found to be very nourishing, moisturizing and restorative. It is good for almost all … Continue reading →

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