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Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Megan Miller Nail Polish at Anthro » Eat Drink Chic
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Treasures
Monday, April 4, 2011
Vintage Bag
Ok, look at my lastest finds from Raggy Girl Vintage. Thank you Tammy with Beatrice Banks for introducing me! It's like a Spring Christmas! Can't wait for my treasures to arrive!
Vintage Bag |
French Vintage White Ribbon |
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Little Treasures
Burlap and Blue
Beatrice Banks introduced me to Burlap and Blue . Loved the site! Purchased this set of vintage coasters.
From Burlap and Blue |
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Little Treasures
Sunday, April 3, 2011
forkfabrikationz: I Heart Paper Dolls!
forkfabrikationz: I Heart Paper Dolls! This blog brought me back to my favorite past time as a child,paperdolls!
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Little Treasures
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Bella Rosa Antiques
After viewing Beatrice Banks blog went on line shopping @ Bella Rosa Antiques
Can't wait for this to come in! It will look great in my mini showroom/home office.
Can't wait for this to come in! It will look great in my mini showroom/home office.
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Little Treasures
Friday, April 1, 2011
Jar of Hearts
Heard Christina Perri's Jar of Hearts song and loved it! My Daughter, Julia (12) of course instantly knew her name. Me, being the uncool Mom had no clue who she was. I googled her when I got home then I joined her fan club, put her on my wallpaper and ordered the CD. Can you say stalker? lol ....She reminds me of Julia,minus the hair and tattoos.....
Why am I blogging @ 12:29am on Friday morning? .........Well.......
This Saturday is the Annual Rancho San Diego 40 plus Family yard sale. I have my dollars neatly tucked in my wallet, new walking shoes,water & snacks in order. All the essentials to spend about 5 hours roaming the streets of Rancho. I will gas up Friday night to be ready bright and early ---6AM BABY! Yeah me! It's only Thursday night and I am already excited!
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Yard Sale Tips
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Kelly is Inspired: Bacon Egg and Toast Cups
Ok I am going to dust off the ol'apron and make Kelly's Bacon Egg and Toast Cups for breakfast-- before I hit the yardsales this weekend. Check out her blog:
Kelly is Inspired: Bacon Egg and Toast Cups
Kelly is Inspired: Bacon Egg and Toast Cups
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My Favorite Recipes
Monday, March 21, 2011
With everything going on in the world,I feel guilty thinking and searching for a back pack for school. Yet,it's time. My brief case and purse are too small. I am all of 5'1" tall so I can't have a bag that is too big yet I love the Kenneth Cole messenger bags. I like the color black because it goes with anything and regular back packs looked too kid like. What bag looks like "Hi ,I am a 5'1" ,47 year old woman who went back to school? lol
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To Do List
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Day Seven
Rachel's Olympic Training Center |
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Lent
Monday, March 14, 2011
Day Six
I fell in love with this clean,crisp spring like patio set.
The green reminded me of St.Patrick's day which led me to this refreshing drink of choice down another isle:
I looked for the receipt on the website so I wouldn't think about eating after 7pm on day 6 and found the following:
WHICH JUST MADE ME THIRSTY AND LONG FOR ST.PATTY'S DAY! GO FIGURE!
World Market's Irish Coffee Recipe -
Irish Coffee
Ingredients:
6 ounces World Market® French Roast Coffee
1 tablespoon Torani Irish Cream Syrup, available in stores
2 ounces whipping cream
1 tablespoon Irish Whiskey*
6 ounces World Market® French Roast Coffee
1 tablespoon Torani Irish Cream Syrup, available in stores
2 ounces whipping cream
1 tablespoon Irish Whiskey*
Directions
Mix the coffee, Torani Irish Cream Syrup and whiskey together in a warm, clear glass coffee mug. Place a spoon on the surface of the coffee and slowly pour the whipping cream over the spoon. Slowly move the spoon up as the layer of cream thickens to ensure that it remains on the surface of the coffee. Allow the cream to float on top without stirring.
Mix the coffee, Torani Irish Cream Syrup and whiskey together in a warm, clear glass coffee mug. Place a spoon on the surface of the coffee and slowly pour the whipping cream over the spoon. Slowly move the spoon up as the layer of cream thickens to ensure that it remains on the surface of the coffee. Allow the cream to float on top without stirring.
*If you’d prefer a non-alcoholic version, simply leave this step out.
Remember this traditional blessing as you start your day the Irish way:
May your mornings bring joy, and your evenings bring peace…May your troubles grow less as your blessings increase!
Have a Happy St. Patrick’s Day on Thursday! Any special plans or traditions? My Mother always made corned beef and cabbage for St.Patty's Day. Yum ville! There I go think about food -again.
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Lent
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Day Five
The Contraption,I mean trampoline. |
Today was such a pretty day here in lovely San Diego. I opened all the windows to let the sun light up house. Had a full day off and how did I spend it? Cleaning,blogging, doing laundry and dabbling with my yard sale finds. I found a trampoline for $10. I thought it was a little pricey yet, the little girl who demonstrated her jumping techniques was just too cute. Her Dad was quite the salesman by having her jump up and down smiling and giggling without a care in the world. I melted like butter. After finding room for my new found trampoline in the Master Bedroom and thinking I was alone, I proceded to bounce, like the little girl , carefree to my own little dance jig when I hear 12 year old Julia laughing and almost in tears. I thought any minute she would video tape me thus going viral on u tube. OK, so everything bounced along with me. I didn't realize how out of shape I was in. I was exhausted after 30 seconds! Here's another goal of mine,stay on the trampoline one day for 5 minutes. I dream big baby!
Shrimp & Capers Spaghetti |
Julia took a picture of dinner. It's my Shrimp & Capers Spaghetti. I love how she captured the light on the fork handle like a sign of sorts,saying yeah you no eating after 7pm!
Simply Square |
I also dabbled in creating some jewelry pieces.
Blue Heart |
Overall it was a simple and relaxing Sunday. How was your Sunday?
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Lent
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Day Four
I am concentrating on not eating after 7pm so I just spent an hour on line researching the items I found at this morning yard sale finds. I googled Bill Blass,Jones New York, Targets Merona and more. All together the 7 pair of pants retailed for approximately $165.00. When I asked the seller how much she wanted for the pants she explained ," $1.00 each". The pants are gently worn .The only indication they were actually worn -no tags. She continued to share with retiring she will no longer need business attire.Feeling slightly guilty, I said are you sure? She nodded yes. I saved $158!
It amazes me when I find great prices for nice clothes. The seller is moving away from business attire and I, currently taking real estate classes, am heading towards changing my attire. This, mind you, is coming from a woman who still wears thumb rings and only dresses up for interviews, weddings,furnerals and graduations.
I am more the very casual business girl who likes comfort rather than a skirt. Several friends call me a camillion. I change looks daily from casual jeans, gothic, gypsy to hippie. I call it "Rachel Wear". I never let trends define me however first impressions are crucial in the business world. I am uncomforatable in restricted clothing and don't get me started on nylons. They are so confining just the thought of wear nylons makes me itch! Don't get me wrong it's not like I wear sweats all day yet just the thought of slacks and blouses make me start to hyperventillate. Change is good in every aspect of our lives. When was the last time you were out of your comfort zone?
It amazes me when I find great prices for nice clothes. The seller is moving away from business attire and I, currently taking real estate classes, am heading towards changing my attire. This, mind you, is coming from a woman who still wears thumb rings and only dresses up for interviews, weddings,furnerals and graduations.
I am more the very casual business girl who likes comfort rather than a skirt. Several friends call me a camillion. I change looks daily from casual jeans, gothic, gypsy to hippie. I call it "Rachel Wear". I never let trends define me however first impressions are crucial in the business world. I am uncomforatable in restricted clothing and don't get me started on nylons. They are so confining just the thought of wear nylons makes me itch! Don't get me wrong it's not like I wear sweats all day yet just the thought of slacks and blouses make me start to hyperventillate. Change is good in every aspect of our lives. When was the last time you were out of your comfort zone?
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Lent
Day Three
It's 11:50pm and I am Craving Italian. Tito and I went to Lido's, our favorite Italian restaurant this evening braving the Friday night crowd . Left over buttered tortellini is sitting in the fridge calling my name. A few minutes ago the tasty tortellini's whispered sweet nothings to my subconscious. Feeling like Juliette, the tortellini's shouted forbidden love. Battling my urge to dash to the fridge, I decided to blog as a form of therapy. I am sure a licensed therapist would have a field day and request the extra session plan. The place was crowded so time was not on my side. I scarfed down the salami,cheese and olive appetizers impatiently awaiting the arriving of my main dish by 6:40pm. With 20 minutes to spare- I made my don't eat after 7 pm deadline.
After years of being together Tito and I can actually sit and talk without the kids being present. It was nice to have an unexpected date night. OK so it wasn't the most romantic dinner with me eyeing the clock however there was a sense of simplicity that I longed for when I was younger. I guess aging with grace isn't so bad. I will accept the gray hair and laugh lines with a sense of humbleness. Funny, Tito just came over to the computer as I longed for words to write he says in his Sylvester Stallone speak, "Hey...Yo Rachel you want the last piece of pizza?" I replay," No, Rocky I mean Tito go for it". I guess in life we have to go for it or we will miss that last piece of pizza in life.
After years of being together Tito and I can actually sit and talk without the kids being present. It was nice to have an unexpected date night. OK so it wasn't the most romantic dinner with me eyeing the clock however there was a sense of simplicity that I longed for when I was younger. I guess aging with grace isn't so bad. I will accept the gray hair and laugh lines with a sense of humbleness. Funny, Tito just came over to the computer as I longed for words to write he says in his Sylvester Stallone speak, "Hey...Yo Rachel you want the last piece of pizza?" I replay," No, Rocky I mean Tito go for it". I guess in life we have to go for it or we will miss that last piece of pizza in life.
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Lent
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Day Two
OK it's day 2 of not eating after 7pm. The hunger pains are not as strong as last night. I hit my 24 hour milestone without needing an I.V. or mouth to mouth. Well, unless Brad Pitt pulled himself away from Angelina long enough to show up at my door step. Overall my spirits are good. Now if my right eye would stop twitching long enough for me to get a few winks of sleep.Awe,visions of sugar plums dancing in my head. Hmm sugar plums..... Sugarplums
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Lent
Inspirations
I know it may sound silly however what really inspires and motivates me are "To Do List". As early as I can remember I was writing down list,checking them off one by one. It started in grade school by helping my Mother with the weekly grocery list. I learned how to spell at an early age. I can remember Mr. Dushon my elementary teacher saying ,"You're in 4th grade reading at 8th grade level!" I was so proud of myself. Through the years my "To Do List" kept me focus and helped with the pros and cons of my life. From reasoning a bad relationship, my future goals to having my own grocery list as an adult. My "To Do List" was with me through all the facets of my ups and downs. Especially the times when errands need mapping out, over due bills are towering and my time management skills are lacking, I know it's time to find the ol' post it notes. I find creating my list relaxes me. I guess its better than hitting the bottle or eating that second Hershey bar.
A typical list :
1. Don't eat after seven
2. Pay cable bill
3. Stock up on Hershey bars
4. Go to bed earlier
5. Count to 10 and don't forget to breathe
6. Stop rolling eyes and shaking head at Husband
7. Check Daughters facebook page
8. Stock up on any chocolate
9. Check thermostat or am I having a hot flash.
10. Throw skinny jeans away.
See I feel better all ready!
How would your list read?
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To Do List
The Total Money Makeover
I just began reading Dave Ramsey The Total Money Makeover it seems like it's going to be a good read. He states" Don't even consider keeping up with the Joneses ,they're broke. Hilarious!
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Dave Ramsey
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Day One
Ok this is my first night "not" eating after 7pm. I can barely hear the keyboard clicks with my stomach growling. You would think it's been days rather than 3.39hours. It's like I need to get a grip,there are so many homeless people who are going without tonight and here, I'm complaining. I have the essentials , a roof over my head ,a place to lay my head and the love of family. Yeah, family. Tito is holding the remote for dear life and changing the channels like he's in a contest to see how many channels he can scan in 60 seconds while Julia is texting in her sleep. I think her thumbs are going to look funny when she gets to be my age. Oh see, I forget about chocolate for a few minutes. I better wash my face and crawl into bed before I break my cardinal rule of eating tonight. Let me embrace my humble little family with grace and light instead of filling up on carbs tonight. Instead of counting sheep,I'll count cheeseburgers.
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Lent
Coffee Break
You know that one person in the office who NEVER takes a break and keeps going like the energizer bunny?
Well, that's me.
I'd rather be a cute snow bunny yet that's a different story.
I'd rather be a cute snow bunny yet that's a different story.
I thought about it on the way to work and for whatever reason, TODAY is the day I will stop twice a day and smell the roses for 15 minutes.
If you saw the carpet in this office you would know there's no smelling of the roses here. It's more like construction worker boot tracking's consisting of drywall, paint or mud.
I also realized it's Ash Wednesday therefore it's the start of my annual give something up for lent. I have always given something up for 40 days and 40 nights however this time---drum roll pleasssseee........... I am giving up not eating after 7pm.
Which is like asking me not to breathe.
There was a time and place back in my early years when I worked out 7 days a week and had a personal trainer thus eating late didn't make sense.
Now I can't even walk around the block without visions of cheeseburgers dancing in my head.
Don’t get me started on the chocolate cravings…….
Don’t get me started on the chocolate cravings…….
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My Life Unexpected
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