Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Picky, Picky


As most of you know I am a picky eater and I hate it! I really do try to eat new foods but I'm freaked out by the texture or consistency, or I just plain old hate it. There are foods that I think look delicious but I absolutely despise..for instance onion rings, mac and cheese, and hamburgers. I envy people who can eat these delicious looking foods while I'm stuck with my plain old chicken breast. Please tell me I'm not alone in this! Do you hate some foods that you think look really yummy?

Monday, March 30, 2009

Where The Wild Things Are...


I had no idea they were making this a movie! Check out the trailer, it looks pretty cool. I used to love this book, actually I still do because let's face it I'm going to be a teacher and I read children's books all the time. I have yet to add this book to my collection though.

Sunday, March 29, 2009

Perfect Sunday

Laying snug in my bed, listening to the rain and sipping hot cocoa. Perfect..

Saturday, March 28, 2009

Sandals

Sandals are my new obsession. Flats, wedges, heeled, whatever I love them all! Spring break was a tease and I'm dying for warm weather to break them out again! Here are some that I'm drooling over...




Friday, March 27, 2009

Sex and the City...


I had never watched Sex and the City but my best friend is obsessed and I watched the movie with her. I thought it was pretty good, so I decided to give the show a chance. I'm currently on season 3, and I have to admit I don't really love it. It's just eh for me. Please don't hate me for saying this but I don't get the obsession with Carrie. I think that at times she can be really jealous, possessive, and a whiner! I don't hate her, but I like Charlotte the best. It's still entertaining enough to watch I guess...and I do enjoy (even like) certain episodes, but am I missing something? Should I have not watched the movie first? Does it get better past season 3? Why is everyone so darn obsessed?

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Life with Second Graders

I think I mentioned that I've been doing my field experience the last 2 weeks (last day is tomorrow!) and it certainly has been interesting! There are a few kids in my class that are a tad rambunctious and supplement discussions with inappropriate remarks. Today my cooperating teacher was reading a story and the main character's name was BJ. One little boy was laughing and laughing and shouting "HIS NAME IS BJ!"..later I discovered he watches South Park so I'm assuming that's where he gets his "humor". I'm not sure if he knew what he was laughing at, but just the fact that he knew BJ was related with something to be laughed at was sad to me. Second grade people! Kids are growing up too fast these days!

In another scenario..we were reading some fairy tales..I picked up this book..


One little boy responds: "I don't want to read that, they are nekkid!" Other children laugh so he starts shouting "NEKKID! NEKKID! NEKKID". He usually says things for attention so I was just going to ignore it, but as I looked at the cover again I noticed that they really do look naked/are naked! I tried to convince him that they weren't naked, maybe just wearing skin colored bodysuits, but I couldn't even convince myself and I starting laughing. I know how inappropriate that sounds, but I couldn't help myself..because 1. he was saying nekkid (I mean what second grader knows what that is) and 2. how did I not notice this before?! My laughter only spurred him on more so I had to put my serious face on, and walk away (although I was still cracking up in my head..I just couldn't believe I didn't see the naked elves before!).

Kreativ Blogger Award!

Tres Tray Chic tagged me as a Kreativ Blogger! Thank you so much!
I have to list 7 things I love, as well as tag 7 other bloggers!

It's so hard to pick just 7 things but in general, I love...
1. Reading (mostly chick lit and Twilight duh)
2. Teaching...I can't wait to start! I have so much fun in the classroom.
3. Shopping..for myself and for other people..if I have no money then I drag someone else with me and shop vicariously through them!
4. Traveling..I love seeing new places and I just want to go everywhere in the world!
5. HGTV and food network..when I have time to watch tv that is all I watch (except for night shows)
6. Food..even though I'm a picky eater I still love to eat (only just certain foods lol)
7. Andrew..gotta give love to the bf!

I tag..

Newbie New Yorker
Sweet Nothings
Zucchero, Zucchero
The Magic Risotto Diaries
La Mia Vita
Luphia Loves
The View From My Shoes


Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Beams

I have a thing for beams..My future dream house has many requirements, and beams (in at least one room) is one of them. I have a hard time deciding which style I like best, but I'm storing these pictures away for inspiration.


images via countryliving.com & housebeautiful.com

Yellow & Grey

I just love the combination of gray and yellow. I've been obsessed with all things gray for awhile and I love the pop that yellow brings into it.

grey and yellow
image via dwellings and decor

Monday, March 23, 2009

I've Switched to the Dark Side

I didn't get all the hoopla with Apple before..there were so many Mac lover snobs in my classes who would annoy me that I swore I'd never get one..Then my computer started to be lame and I decided I wanted a good computer..To make a long story short, those Mac lover snobs in my class had a legit reason and I'm now in love with my new Macbook! My boyfriend is jealous because he has the old version and I have the new silver one! So if you are in the market for a new computer, switch to the dark side (newly named good side) with me, the new Mac lover!

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Heavenly

Wouldn't you love to just sit here all day with a good book?


image via housebeautiful.com

Saturday, March 21, 2009

For the Twilight fans..

Don't forget the movie is released today! I'm going to try and buy it, so hopefully it is still in stock!

Friday, March 20, 2009

She's Showing!

I almost forgot that Nicole Richie is even pregnant again! I can't wait to see what else she wears this time around..


image via justjared.com

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Plan the Perfect Party


Planning parties is alot of fun, but it can be stressful and overwhelming. I found these 5 tips from Real Simple that can help make your party perfect:

1. Pick a theme
2. Start early & set the stage
3. Shortcuts are your friend
4. Set up stations
5. Take 15 (or 30) for yourself

read the article for more details

I also like to look to Amy Atlas for inspiration. I would love to attend one of her parties. She is seriously amazing!


images via amyatlas.com

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Gossip Girl does Rolling Stone


The cast looks great in this shoot..except for Taylor Momsen (aka Jenny)..I'm so sick of her scraggly hair and racoon eyes..yuck! And is it me or does Jessica Szohr (aka Vanessa) keep getting prettier and prettier?



images via justjared.com

Ici Silicone Tools


These are the best cooking utensils ever! Seriously every cook needs one (or more) of these. They are sturdy, easy to clean , long lasting, won't scratch your pans, and they won't become discolored or misshapen. My parents have all but the slotted spoon and I've been planning to buy some of my own, but always forget! Stop in to Williams Sonoma and check them out, and you will fall in love too! Or you can buy them online here.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Happy St. Patrick's Day!


I'm so sad because I missed the parade back home in Cleveland! I'm fifty percent Irish and it's one of my favorite holidays..and I can't even celebrate because I'm in field right now, which means I'm observing/teaching in an elementary school for the next two weeks. I have to drive an hour away and be there at 7:50..so I'm a little cranky right now..and my field teacher did nothing to celebrate St. Patty's day except read a poem! I was a little jealous to watch the other classrooms have huge parties. But I hope you all enjoy your St. Patrick's Day, even you non-Irish folk!

Sunday, March 15, 2009

Bright White

I love this bathroom. It looks so fresh, clean, and bright.

image via housebeautiful.com

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Hola!

Sadly I am home from Punta Cana and back to the real world. My first spring break was an adventurous one. Snorkeling, zip lining, swimming with sharks and sting rays, and of course lots of beach time. 







When can I go back?

Sunday, March 8, 2009

Bon Voyage!


I'm shipping off to the Dominican Republic..I'll be back in a week!

Friday, March 6, 2009

My Kind of Cookbook

Sticky, Chewy, Messy, Gooey: Desserts for the Serious Sweet Tooth was made for me. I am a serious choc-a-holic. I really could survive on chocolate and be perfectly content eating nothing else. I could use some new recipes, and anything sticky, chewy, messy, or gooey is ok in my book! Buy this cookbook here.
What is your favorite dessert? Do you have any good recipes you would be willing to share?

Nude Pumps

I've been searching for the perfect pair of nude pumps for awhile. I love that they subtly blend in and make your legs look miles long. I am pretty picky about nude pumps (which is why I haven't found a good pair) but these look worthy:

I'd ideally like a stilletto heel, but these Cole Haan wedges are super cute and on sale for $206.50
These Stuart Weitzman heels are my dream pair (shown on Angie above)..if only they weren't $335.00

Nine West Rocha $78.95
Do you have any other suggestions that are nice, yet budget friendly? Which of these choices do you like best?