Thanks to all of you for praying &
caring. You will never know how
much it helps get through the
trying times. Thank God for this
past year..May 2010 be full of
blessings
A little bit of my 2009....
I had quite an interesting year & I am thankful for all the good things that came my way. Here is a compilation of photos from my 2009 I wanted to share with all of you. They are some of my favorites, of my 2009 home renovation, newest additions to our home, the meals & desserts my guy cooks for me, my dogs & even my engagement. I am looking forward to the New Year & crossing my fingers that new & exciting experiences will come with it. I'm not sure yet what we are doing for the New Year, but my dad will be in town, so we may head down to see the fireworks! All the best in 2010.
How will you be celebrating? Any special plans??
Above: a few of the many goodies my guy made for me
Above: My dog trying to type with her nose
Above: The perfect heart-shaped potato we stumbled upon
Above: watching my dog ride in the backseat
Above: The Tassimo/Bosch cappuccino maker my dad gave me! Amazing!
Above: Breakfast with my guy every Sunday
Best of 2009 at Apartment Therapy....
It was nice to be included for Best of 2009 - " Most Popular How To & DIY " & " Bedroom Inspiration for the New Year " by Apartment Therapy! Here is a sneak peek of some of the chosen ones, including my own guest bedroom! For those of you who have been emailing me asking where I purchased the yellow & white-patterned bed linens, they are from Home Goods. I bought them earlier this year.
For more pics of my home go here.
Renovation in exchange for lower rent ?
That's right! I thought this was a pretty fantastic read on the NY Times website. (One of my favorites)! Talk about a renovation decision (in a rental) that is worth your while!
With the economy being so shaky these days, Todd & Marlene Capron decided to renovate a run-down apartment in Prospect heights, Brooklyn all by themselves in exchange for a rent reduction for their landlord. Now that is a deal! Here are pics of the reno, but you can read all about this genius idea here!
I love how they brightened the walls behind the mantle! So, what do you think of renovation in exchange for rent reduction?
With the economy being so shaky these days, Todd & Marlene Capron decided to renovate a run-down apartment in Prospect heights, Brooklyn all by themselves in exchange for a rent reduction for their landlord. Now that is a deal! Here are pics of the reno, but you can read all about this genius idea here!
Lovin'...Cornelia Adams....Photography
Cornelia Adams has some exceptional photography in her portfolio! She owns a commercial photography agency representing editorial photographers who specialize in cosmetics, fashion, home & urban lifestyle! I am always amazed at how talented some people are. Below are a few pic I selected, a great way to start a Monday!
P.S - Hope you all had a beautiful Christmas, thanks for all the Holiday wishes!
P.S - Hope you all had a beautiful Christmas, thanks for all the Holiday wishes!
Shades of Winter.....
Hello my lovely friends...
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with your family and loved ones and that the weather wasn't too bad where you are.
Christmas was very nice for my family this year, although very subdued and unusual on account of the nasty snow storm we had here in Minnesota that went right through Christmas and made driving around town very traitorous on the ice and snow covered roads both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. A good time was still had by all, especially my two nieces and nephews who were so excited about opening gifts. It was pure joy to experience the holiday and excitement through there eyes and to remember what Christmas was like for me when I was their age.
The snow is pretty much done here for now, but the skies are still cloudy (after a few short breaks of sunshine this morning) and between the whitish/grey colored skies and snow covered ground, it is very gloomy outside.
Better to be inside enjoying the same colors in a different form, like the shades of cream and white in my basket of pretty linens displayed on a shelf in my family room. So much prettier than snow don't you think?
I'm feeling very lazy this weekend after having had several relaxing days at home not doing much, but tomorrow is back to work for the start of a very busy week, so I'm not sure if I'll have much time to post again this upcoming week, but I'll try my best.
Enjoy the rest of you weekend and I'll be back soon!!
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with your family and loved ones and that the weather wasn't too bad where you are.
Christmas was very nice for my family this year, although very subdued and unusual on account of the nasty snow storm we had here in Minnesota that went right through Christmas and made driving around town very traitorous on the ice and snow covered roads both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. A good time was still had by all, especially my two nieces and nephews who were so excited about opening gifts. It was pure joy to experience the holiday and excitement through there eyes and to remember what Christmas was like for me when I was their age.
The snow is pretty much done here for now, but the skies are still cloudy (after a few short breaks of sunshine this morning) and between the whitish/grey colored skies and snow covered ground, it is very gloomy outside.
Better to be inside enjoying the same colors in a different form, like the shades of cream and white in my basket of pretty linens displayed on a shelf in my family room. So much prettier than snow don't you think?
I'm feeling very lazy this weekend after having had several relaxing days at home not doing much, but tomorrow is back to work for the start of a very busy week, so I'm not sure if I'll have much time to post again this upcoming week, but I'll try my best.Enjoy the rest of you weekend and I'll be back soon!!
Our Family Christmas and Christmas Snow UPDATE
Family pictures BELOW
This is a table on our deck. Snow measures almost 9 inches
My poor statue is wearing a snow dunce hat.
CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST
My daughter nicole's friend Ashley, Andrea my daughter in law & my youngest daughter Mercedes..(left to right)
Mercedes and I hugs
My oldest daughter Nicole and her brubby, Steve (my oldest & only son)
Steven age 6 (my sons youngest of 4 boys) & Caleb age 6 (my daughter nicole's youngest boy (of 2)
My son's oldest son, Zachary who is 15, plays football
and is in ROTC
Mercedes my youngest
Andrea doing dishes..Mercedes on the phone, Nicole and
Steve checking out her text message
Rich in the rocker. Jon, Steven and Caleb on the couch.
Zachary in the recliner . A football game is on
Caleb, being cheesy
Now it's Steven's turn
Ok, Jon wants to cheese it up
Ashley, Nicole and Steve
This could be serious, actually it is..
Here's my Jon
Yes..we are BEAR fans
This is Cole, my daughter Nicole's 8 year old with
Joe my son's 3rd son, he's 9 and Steven, Joe's brother
Cole and Joe are great boys and great friends.
Jon , steven & Caleb (the two little boys had a
time out
We had a great time. Mercedes, my youngest stayed and we went to
see Sherlock Holmes. When we came out it was icy and slick, so she just stayed the night.
Who would have thought we'd get 7+ inches..and still going.
I do have a couple of winter pics..but it's so deep and
so cold. I'll need to take some tomorrow
Happy EVERYONE had a memorable Christmas
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