tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50397263670263834832024-03-18T23:00:40.558-06:00SAVVY STAY AT HOME MOMdphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-48963395012225399342011-11-30T20:43:00.000-07:002011-11-30T20:43:07.282-07:00Evening Dresses<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<small>Happy Shopping:)</small>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-26483361943547066652011-11-22T12:51:00.000-07:002011-11-22T12:51:45.977-07:00Flip Alarm Clocks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrImrDMO7LZEaXD788GA_2rRktK80T7qHZ-qGB-Q4Kh6dBLZgrrueMQdLIg1OLjCVI_uX4_IHkaIZeEDKbGm1skaJEog4wI_6zszi9d6uG3is9oGT-Mams9r354OG1_-HxSapcyOaF_fA/s1600/AAAAAoDdLPIAAAAAARQFAQ.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrImrDMO7LZEaXD788GA_2rRktK80T7qHZ-qGB-Q4Kh6dBLZgrrueMQdLIg1OLjCVI_uX4_IHkaIZeEDKbGm1skaJEog4wI_6zszi9d6uG3is9oGT-Mams9r354OG1_-HxSapcyOaF_fA/s200/AAAAAoDdLPIAAAAAARQFAQ.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I can still remember the slight audible sound as the numbers changed on my flip alarm clock. It sat nestled at my bedside next to the night light. On those restless nights I would often watch the repetitive and rhythmic motion as the plastic numbers converted themselves. So can you still purchase these obsolete vintage clocks? Barnes and Noble has a great selection...</span></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></div>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-29477592133026101762011-11-21T09:44:00.000-07:002011-11-21T09:44:23.174-07:00Piet Mondrian<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Are you familiar with the famous grid-based paintings of Piet Mondrian? The Rooftop Coffee Bar at San Francisco's MOMA serves up this edible art that pays homage to the Dutch artist. Vanilla and red velvet cake topped with chocolate ganache...yum! Only one masterpiece per day is made, so plan to get there early! Doesn't a trip to San Francisco sound like fun?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Paper Pots:</b> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> A colourful way to disguise your tissue or toilet paper. Fun and fresh!</span><br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Toro Tissue Ring :</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> For the minimalist- clean and simple. A stainless steel ring that replaces the ordinary tissue box.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Magician's Hat:</b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Need a little magic to help the kids clean their nose? I thought this was adorable for the wee ones!!</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Make your own jewelry board. This is so easy and will look fab!! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<small><br style="display: none;" /></small></div></div></div>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-7559292351879510152011-11-04T09:34:00.001-06:002011-11-04T13:01:31.567-06:00Winter is in the air...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's really starting to feel like winter. Our mitts and scarves now fill our shelves, and we've sadly said good-bye to our summer wardrobe as it heads into hibernation for another year. I suddenly feel the urge to sit by the fire nestled under a cozy blanket with a cup of hot chocolate. We are in need of a few new blankets so I did a little digging and gave my savvy stamp of approval on the following blankets.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>100% Cashmere Blanket: </b> </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The best that blankets have to offer. This will keep you warm without added bulk. Made from </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/312930/Kashmir-goat">Kashmir Goats</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">- this is the luxury of all blankets! </span><br />
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</span>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-9515212394947167872011-11-03T09:02:00.002-06:002011-11-03T09:05:15.461-06:00Distracted-Canadian Business Magazine<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I came across this <a href="http://www.canadianbusiness.com/article/39136--distracted">article</a> at my doctor's office yesterday afternoon. It really had me thinking about our productivity at the office. Do you think these are distractions or effective tools for a collaborative work environment?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">d.p</span>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-7703519335188783072011-10-31T09:41:00.001-06:002011-10-31T09:42:26.839-06:00Sweet Nostalgia<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJYwwTsOY3xdDBo4HA5BMir0QAaPi61KEJkuLuSgVQ22rgm1253ypaENd6eHsGHvKSqspBARwiRBmcO9Zfp-hvq-FruHYUUrsqt0R_8YPYN3gP_9XKPKxUvl6sro31ineozhmiE8wRNn0/s1600/images-5.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: left;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJYwwTsOY3xdDBo4HA5BMir0QAaPi61KEJkuLuSgVQ22rgm1253ypaENd6eHsGHvKSqspBARwiRBmcO9Zfp-hvq-FruHYUUrsqt0R_8YPYN3gP_9XKPKxUvl6sro31ineozhmiE8wRNn0/s200/images-5.jpeg" width="180" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dubble Bubble, Tootsie Roll, Milky Way, Butterfinger...candy that has all stood the test of time. My all time favourite-</span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"How many licks does it take to get to the</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> centre of a Tootsie Roll Pop?"</span> </i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What's your favourite retro candy? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq2lt9Ct45Vi_14KnWnJnSPWgzZuuTBqJUtkZMdLOBFN6DgsAwhTxnOqqPDNYePlhyCfInBtH6dysN_KmtZ0LKiGlyC6rvWBF1OhRy9L6RQIG9onk7gopHwnKb3tIxEL_ifZLwycvfUDU/s1600/images-1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq2lt9Ct45Vi_14KnWnJnSPWgzZuuTBqJUtkZMdLOBFN6DgsAwhTxnOqqPDNYePlhyCfInBtH6dysN_KmtZ0LKiGlyC6rvWBF1OhRy9L6RQIG9onk7gopHwnKb3tIxEL_ifZLwycvfUDU/s1600/images-1.jpeg" /></a></div><br />
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</tbody></table>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-68843923944142565622011-10-24T10:07:00.000-06:002011-10-24T10:07:38.837-06:00busy moms article club<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfVC5L067i07O57ChnISiXPJwdv97VZKEanNjHdcRG4yNdJMWBOI0Kzq3c-zwfwNLxmuVsU4iRc8Zx7RyYPFyNLaO5OYNsRroJCeyqO8-y6sODklPFui7Co_QOy5eydA8hAEJcCwaFF_c/s1600/magazines.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfVC5L067i07O57ChnISiXPJwdv97VZKEanNjHdcRG4yNdJMWBOI0Kzq3c-zwfwNLxmuVsU4iRc8Zx7RyYPFyNLaO5OYNsRroJCeyqO8-y6sODklPFui7Co_QOy5eydA8hAEJcCwaFF_c/s200/magazines.jpg" width="183" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> A few years ago I planned a book club with a group of great ladies. We had intended to meet once a month to discuss one selected book per meeting. It took some corralling to coordinate all of our busy schedules-countless e-mails bounced back and forth faster than a ping pong ball with numerous responses offering alternative dates. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After much ado, we finally managed to settle on a time and place to meet. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> A few glasses of wine in tow, coupled with calorie filled snacks, we rotated through the room and started our discussion. As we exchanged our opinions, we quickly realized that a handful of us never completed reading the book. Intentions good, commitment lacked.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I was reading one of my favourite blogs the other day, <a href="http://joannagoddard.blogspot.com/">A Cup of Jo</a> , and a phenomenal idea was posted for an article club in lieu of a book club. What a great idea! Less commitment, yet equally stimulating. If the idea of gathering a group of people together sounds less than desirable, then opt for a cyber article club. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Thanks for reading and please check out the <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/02/fashion/02love.html?_r=3&pagewanted=1">article</a> selected from <a href="http://joannagoddard.blogspot.com/2011/10/articles-club.html">A Cup of Jo</a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">d.p</span>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-16305900754531956812011-10-19T11:04:00.000-06:002011-10-19T11:04:02.636-06:00White With Silver Lining<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I love the look of white, anywhere and anytime...even after labour day. Maybe because it evokes feelings of purity, serenity and cleanliness. All of the things that inspired my latest fall decor, white pumpkins with silver trim.</span></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">paint with white acrylic paint</span></li>
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<ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Think of them as a fine piece of art. Fine craftsmanship, quality material and detailed precision set these shoes apart. These aren't mass produced in China with synthetic material we can't even pronounce. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's like a good investment. Low risk (95% of all woman will love them) with high return (well I'll leave that thought up to you). </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Simple economics. Buy one pair for life at $500 vs. continually repairing or replacing the $100 glued together shoe that will fall apart after 2 wears.</span></li>
</ol><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Friend- Next time you are in NY take a trip down to Saks 5th Avenue and head straight for the 8th floor. You will not be disappointed. This destination Manhattan shoe department is so big that it has its very own zip code (</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d3d3d; line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 12px;">10022-SHOE</span>). I gather you will not leave empty handed. I've even gone ahead and placed a pair on hold for you. While your are there, can you pick up my next coveted pair?</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> The nurse walked me into the very sterile surgery room. Bright lights, medical equipment, and a sea of green scrubs occupied the room. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Despite all of the warm and comforting words from the nurses and doctors, tears still managed to roll down my eyes as I laid on the surgery bed. The anesthetist donned a Darth Vader gas mask over my nose and mouth, and gently asked me to take deep breaths. The next thing I knew, I was in recovery awoken to the sounds of "are you feeling ok</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">?"</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Surgery really wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, but it has made me re-think elective cosmetic surgery...maybe those body parts I once disliked really aren't that bad after all:)</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">ornamental grasses</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I don't think you need to break the bank to create a beautiful and put together fall table. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here are a few of my tricks...</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">felt leafs (original use = arts + crafts, savvy use = placemats)</td></tr>
</tbody></table><ul><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Purchase flowers from a grocery store. You'll pay a fraction of what your florist will charge. I picked up 2 mixed bouquets from <a href="http://www.costco.ca/">Costco</a> for 15.99 each. With a little imagination and creativity you can design a centerpiece like a pro!</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I used vases I already had, and added some ornamental grasses from my outdoor urns. The grasses added a little pizazz to the simple mixed grocery store bouquet.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I picked up some gourds at Sobey's for 1.99 each. This adds great colour and texture to any table.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Think outside of the box. I bought oversized felt leaf shapes, used primarily for arts + crafts, but instead I used these as placemats. </span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>1) First Impressions: </b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Stats show that we form judgments in the time it takes to "Blink" your eye-so make it count !!! (Malcolm Gladwell)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>singles: </b>G</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">o out and buy a new outfit. If you are fashionably challenged-ask the experts! Hit some of my favourites. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.holtrenfrew.com/">Holt Renfrew</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/">Anthropologie</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, or </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.purrclothing.ca/">Purr</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> in Calgary</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>.</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>toddlers: </b></i>You guys have it easy...don't show up with breakfast on your shirt, or a dirty diaper.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>2) Share: </b>For those of you who need a reminder I've included the definition: <i>To participate in, use, enjoy or experience jointly in turns. </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><i>singles:</i> </b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Don't talk about yourself the whole night. Ask questions about the other person.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>toddlers:</b> </i> Don't grab, push or shove if you want something. For the love of God- we have six other dolls that look exactly the same. Why must you play with that one?</span><br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3) It's a numbers game so play!</span></b><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>singles:</b></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Dating is about sales and sales is a numbers game. Multiply your dating success. The more people you meet, the greater your chances of meeting someone who is good for you.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>toddlers:</b> </i>Learn to count...ok well at least to 3 because that's when time out begins.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4) <b>Social Networking. </b> Like it or not, technology is as much a part of our daily lives as brushing our teeth. Embrace the change and get on these social websites.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="font-style: italic;">singles: </b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.lavalife.com/">Lava Life</a>, <a href="http://www.match.com/">Match.com</a>, or <a href="http://www.eharmony.ca/">eHarmony</a> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">just to name a few.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><i>toddlers:</i> </b> I researched and yes - there is an official website devoted to play dates! Check it out at <a href="http://playdates-for-kids.meetup.com/">Playdates for Kids Meetup Group</a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">5)<b> Don't be Late for the Date!</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>singles:</b> </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's just rude. If you have to change your plans give as much notice as possible and please apologize.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><i>toddlers:</i> </b> Don't worry- your Mom is in trouble for this one. Let her handle it!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Lastly, I asked Simon <i>(my 4 year old son) </i>his thoughts on play dates and he simply stated: <i>"just go and have fun". </i></span><br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">d.p.</span></i>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-66746851830298318342011-09-21T13:41:00.000-06:002011-09-21T13:41:15.349-06:00the perfect pie crust....<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Those of you who know me best - may chuckle when you read this. I once was a so called "non foodie", who married the biggest food aficionado. Nonetheless, my domestic duties improved because of my husband (the food hobbyist), and the desire to feed my two little V.I.P's nothing but the best! I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 1/2 cups all purpose flour</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 tsp salt</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup cold butter, cubed</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup cold lard</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup ice water</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In a separate bowl, whisk water with sour cream and pour gently over dry ingredients. Stir briskly with a fork to form ragged dough and adding more water if too dry. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Divide in half and press into discs. Wrap each in plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, approximately 30 minutes.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">On a floured surface, roll out half of the pastry to 1/8 inch thickness; fit into 9 inch pie plate. Trim to leave 3/4 inch (2 cm) overhang. *Fill with desired filling.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">*Simon's favourite filling </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>(one of my little V.I.P's)</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> is blueberry.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><i>Blueberry Filling:</i></b></span></div><div style="font-family: Times; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>5 cups blueberries</i></span></div><div style="font-family: Times; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>3/4 cup granulated sugar</i></span></span></div><div style="font-family: Times; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/4 cup all-purpose flour</i></span></span></div><div style="font-family: Times; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/2 tsp grated lemon rind</i></span></span></div><div style="font-family: Times; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 tbsp lemon juice</i></span></span></div><div style="font-family: Times; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/2 tsp cinnamon</i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 egg yolk</i></span></span></div><div style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><br />
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</span>dphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02400528575370244666noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5039726367026383483.post-7295664158398156402011-08-29T10:14:00.002-06:002011-09-30T10:22:02.413-06:00Modern Garden Party<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We celebrated Olivia's 2nd Birthday this year. I decided on an outdoor garden party with a pink and green palette. Guests enjoyed painting their own mini terracotta garden pots, jumped around in a bouncy castle, and went home with pretty treat bags. It was a perfect day for our little princess.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">handmade <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/how-to/hanging-paper-flowers">paper bag flowers</a> from Martha Stewart</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">pink paper lanters strewn from tree branches<br />
purchased from local dollar store</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">each girl received a handmade hair barrette neatly packaged on coordinated paper.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Popsicle sticks (pictured centre) to grab large oversized marshmallows</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> tree's adorned with streamers, lanterns and handmade paper bag flowers (see above for directions).</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">birthday cake (centre) large pink marshmallows (right)</td></tr>
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