Books, Life and Other Flights of Fancy
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The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman This is the book that my Book Club Book Swap buddy sent me for September’s read. My swap partner was Monique of Life’s Little Vignettes, and I was really happy with her choice. I have a pretty long to-read list on Goodreads, and I’d forgotten this particular book was on there. I also went through her to-read list and found two books that I love, so sent those to her. All around, a fun time. Thank you, Monique, for a great swap! Now for the book: This was a great read. It takes […]
Right now, I am… enjoying the two new music albums I got this week, the new Ben Folds Five and the new Mumford & Sons. It’s rare that I buy new music, but both of these were worthy causes. waiting for the UPS truck to deliver the long-sleeved stock shirts I ordered for my shop. Yup, the shop will soon have some cold-weather-appropriate items. looking forward to date night tonight. We missed it last week because of Ian’s schedule (though we ended up having a good date afternoon this past weekend with pizza, zoo, and crazy ice cream). We’re going […]
This week’s closet challenge from Ma Nouvelle Mode was ‘oversized shirt,’ and I just so happened to have one that I’d been waiting to wear. I tried on about a dozen different belts before settling on this one. And… I dunno. This look turned out ok. I’m satisfied with it, just not thrilled. I think it’s the odd hemline of the shirt on top of the oversized fit. On the other hand, I’m very thrilled with these rust colored skinnies. The color palette of this outfit in general is happy-making. I feel like autumn incarnate. This week is going […]
Fun video of the week: This is what happens when a seagull steals your videocamera while you’re trying to film a sunset. Chelsea’s recipe for banana bread looks yummy. So do Kim’s recipes for gluten-free cheesecake and adult grilled cheese. Some really nifty photographs from inside waves. I might have to try this fun corkboard DIY from Melissa. 32 Signs You’re Dating a Keeper. Pretty spot-on, I think. One of the most beautiful things I’ve seen recently: Vanilla Garlic : The Wedding. How to Give a Great Compliment. Some more great advice from Yes & Yes. I kind of want […]
Yup, it’s that time again: group giveaway day! Some of my wonderful sponsors have offered up cool swag this month. Check it out below! Melissa from Go Team Brinn! says: My husband and I are huge nerds — and we got that way through a deep love of books. Since I don’t have a shop, I figured I’d offer up something that would appeal to our fellow bibliophiles: a $15 gift card to Barnes and Noble! Blog | Twitter | Facebook Amber from My Three Bittles says: I’ll be giving away 2 months medium ad space starting in October. With […]
This originally appeared as a guest post over on Confessions of a Semi-Domesicated Mama. This an easy and tasty recipe sure to please kids and grown-ups alike. Bonus: it’s equally as good as warmed-up leftovers. Alfredo Chicken & Biscuits Ingredients 2 c. cubed chicken, cooked 2 c. chopped broccoli* 1.5 c. diced carrots* 1 c. chopped onion* 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 jar of alfredo sauce (15oz.) 1 c. baking mix 1/3 c. milk 1/4 tsp. dill weed *You don’t actually have to be this precise with the veggie amounts; I never actually measure by cups, I just kind […]