tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5060778044253711572024-03-14T04:01:43.919-04:00The Blog EclecticEat Well. Laugh Often. Travel Far. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217477975221861367noreply@blogger.comBlogger256125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-506077804425371157.post-25977778751405972622013-09-09T16:22:00.001-04:002013-09-09T16:22:48.500-04:00Manicure Monday<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mellow yellow nails to help me ease into another week.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I went to a rodeo this weekend and I can't stop thinking about how much fun we had! What a blast! We watched cattle roping, bare-back horse riding, and of course, bull riding. Cowboy hats and boots and belt buckles were the norm. The real fun happened after all regular rodeo events, the rodeo dance. Ages ranged from two to sixty-two on the dance floor and let me just tell you, people had some moves! It was so fun to see all the various partners being sent spinning on the floor. My roommate from Texas taught us how to two step and we whirled around the dance floor, clapping and shouting out old country tunes (Thanks mom for always listening to country in the car when I was growing up. Knowing the words to 90's country songs has been a dormant skill of mine for many years now.) We sat on hay bails, ate kettle corn, and danced until our feet hurt. Another example of how unexpected adventures tend to be the most fun. </span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Monday's nails have been inspired by the tasty nectarines I picked up at Trader Joe's. I know summer is rapidly coming to a close but there is something about biting into fresh fruit and having the juice run down your chin that really makes me think of childhood, being barefoot and swinging on our tire swing. I am not quite ready to let you go, summer. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's the weekend and I don't have to put "g's" on things if I don't want to. I caught up with old friends in LA and then had skype dates or phone chats almost every night of the week with some girls back east so I have been feeling a bit nostalgic and a wee bit homesick as of late. The good news is I can distract myself with the planning of next weekend's Big Bear camping and Las Vegas trip. But in the meantime, I may just have to eat homemade popsicles and chocolate Buckeyes this weekend for some Ohio comfort. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217477975221861367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-506077804425371157.post-79476596658543555502013-08-19T13:57:00.001-04:002013-08-23T16:43:34.188-04:00Manicure Monday: Blue Hues<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Usually I have trouble leaving Target without the purchase of at least one new nail polish but I have recently started to create and follow a budget and I have had some serious self control as of late. Frankly, I did not know I was capable of such restraint but I left all of these fab colors on the shelf. Of course, that doesn't mean I am not still pining after them but I do have some various blues and greens in my collection that should suffice for now. I am really dying to try the new Salley Hansen Fuzzy Coat line so the "Fuzz-Sea" color may just be my next purchase. </span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Wearing floppy hats for any and all occasions. It's my new thing. Perks of being by the ocean. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08217477975221861367noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-506077804425371157.post-63882995850073426722013-08-09T17:48:00.002-04:002013-08-09T17:48:21.566-04:00Friday Delights<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">The weekend is here yet again and this week, I documented a lot of yummy foods and drinks because, well, it happened. I am planning to watch some Rom-Coms tonight, hit up a flea market tomorrow, and head to the pool to read a book or two on Sunday. Relaxation at its finest. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I will take any excuse to dress for a theme and going to the horse track this past weekend was a new challenge I was happy to take on. Big hats and cute dresses? Check, check! I opted for this feminine lacy peach number with a delicate trim along the hem paired with my floppy hat and hunter green wedges for a pop of color. The horses were beautiful, there was terrific people watching, food galore, including a food truck bonanza that was a bonus to the day, and the chance to win money, emphasis on the chance as I was not one of the lucky ones. It was great day at the races. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As we all should know by now, I love a good oddity and a food oddity makes it all the better. I can remember watching the Travel Channel a few years back when they were visiting a lovely little doughnut shop in Oregon called Voodoo Doughnut. It was quirky, couples can get married there, they put crazy things on doughnuts (i.e. strips of bacon), and basically I vowed to one day see that place in person. Well, that day came when I was in Portland last week and despite having to get up extra early, walking about a mile one way, and then waiting in line for 10 minutes, I am pleased to be able to check this stop off the bucket list. The way I am motivated sometimes is truly impressive. All baked goods cast a spell on me but this was my first time being cast with voodoo and let me just tell ya, I did not hate it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Homemade biscuits and gravy y'all! My roommate's mom and aunts from Texas have been in visiting this past week and frankly, they can go ahead and move in because they had scratch made biscuits and gravy plus bacon and eggs ready for us on Sunday morning. Talk about a way to start your day! I guess that's why they call it comfort food. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Oh yea, and I painted my nails a bit of an electric purple for the week. But seriously, those biscuits!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Visiting new places is my favorite. Well, traveling in general really. Earlier this week I was in Portland and little did I know but there is a lovely wine country nearby and I got to experience it first hand. </span><span style="font-family: Arial;">Just look at those views! It was like I was uprooted and transported to some other country. We drank wine, snacked on cheeses, took in the gorgeous views, and even got in a game of girls vs boys bocce ball. We lost but I maintain that for only ever playing maybe once before, I was not the worst participant. And there was amazing local wine so could anyone really lose? Exactly. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">I have arrived in Portland and am staying at the Arlington Club, a place that has been around since 1867 and you still use real keys to get into your room. Needless to say it is adorable and I feel as if I have stepped back in time. I also have already decided that I love this city. More to explore and share later but for now, enjoy some quickly polished nails while at the airport this morning. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Every once in awhile, I get a real itch to travel. Today was on of those days. I was going back through some photos and stumbled upon the ones I had taken on my trip to San Francisco. I had such a lovely time in that be-ea-u-tiful city that it had me day dreaming of going back sometime soon. Spending time with friends, enjoying all the pretty homes, being in heaven with all the gorgeous bridges around (I have a thing for bridges). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial;">Though I don't have any plans to go back to the Bay area in the near future, I am heading north for a work trip in Portland, Oregon. This will be a new city, and state for that matter, for me and I am really looking forward to it. It will be a quick trip, just Monday through Wednesday, but there is a wine tasting tour involved plus fancy smancy dinners to enjoy so bring it on Portland! Show me what else the Northwest coast has to offer me. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ombre is still in right? Ok great because I am loving the shades of blue I chose for my nails this week. I think it is a nice shake up to the regular routine. Though I find myself in the midst of yet another Monday banging away at my keyboard per usual so maybe things are actually pretty standard after all. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Man did this Friday take forever to get here! I busted out my wedges to celebrate. Time for some bike riding, pool side lounging, reading and relaxing fun this weekend. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">My grandpa passed away last week. He was a truly incredible man who raised 9 children, welcomed 30 grandchildren into the world, and shared life lessons and words of wisdom all along the way. When he told a story, he was able to hush the entire room, a difficult feat with as many family members as we have, because everyone wanted to hear what he had to say. He was 84 years old and would have been married to the love of his life for 60 years this fall. Yes, 6-0. I heard him say more than once that he had absolutely no regrets and his happiest moment was when he was with the family he created. He was an observer and you could often see him leaning back at the head of the famous kitchen table we gather around, listening and just being proud of the people sitting around him. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Another day on planet earth. Be thankful for what you have, enjoy where you are in life, take pleasure in the simple things, and remember where you came from. I have been reminded and it's a pretty great legacy. I hope you can feel as much love as I have these past few days because it is a powerful thing not to be missed. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ah, Independence Day. Does it get any better than this holiday? I don't think so. The roommates and I decided to throw a little Fourth of July bash and man, did we have fun! We made a pancake and bacon brunch then sat around and chatted with old and new friends, playing games and listening to Bruce Springsteen and Tom Petty, our "American" playlist. We enjoyed the sunshine on our patio and traipsed down to the beach which was just about the friendliest little strip of land I have ever experienced. We hopped from house to house seeing everyone decked out in their finest patriotic gear and had a grand old time. Now we are lacking sleep and trying to carry on with our day jobs but all I would really like to be doing right now is rocking my motorcycle flag shirt and waving my mini American flag. Happy Fourth (or technically now 5th) of July! Let freedom ring! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I decided to put my crafting pants on today after work. I had been wanting to hang these up FOREVER and I told myself this was the week and bam! They are now hanging. I found these polaroid frames in the scrapboking section at Michael's, printed off some pictures, cut them to size and taped them to the frames with regular old scotch tape. I also grabbed some mini clothespins while I was there as a means of hanging up the pics. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I utilized the DIY yellow frame I have had since my first place, nailing two small nails slightly higher than the middle back of the frame. I then wound my metal wire around the nail on one side, then the other for a slightly loose hang. I placed the frame back above my bed and hung my pictures. Easy peasy. And now my wall has a fresh look for minimal work and minimal dollars. Plus I can swap out the pictures whenever I want, a great solution for a gal who gets bored with her layout so easily. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My favorite holiday is almost upon us and I couldn't wait to paint my nails into a patriotic color scheme. The girls and I are figuring out what we want to do with our day off and we have a few ideas in mind, namely sleeping in, making brunch, getting decked out in all things America, and heading to beach for some beers and a BBQ. Is it Thursday yet?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">La Jolla is one beautiful place and I was so glad I was able to bring my siblings there on their visit. It is just North of downtown San Diego and it has beautiful rocks and caves to explore, as seen above. We walked around and watched the waves crash into the coast, having a grand ole' time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I decided to wear this new dress and paired it with sneakers as I anticipated scaling some rocks. It dressed the outfit down and made it a practical choice with all the walking plus it kept me cool in the warm sun and my bare legs loved the mist of salt water, a win-win all around. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The family and I enjoy a good baseball game. It has become a bit of a summer tradition to go to a game at least once a summer and we stayed true to that already this year on the Friday they were in town. It was not just their first time at Dodger Stadium but mine as well. The traffic getting up and down from this stadium on a hill was completely atrocious to say the least but I was glad to have had the experience with them. Fireworks were involved at the end of the game, we saw extra innings AND the game winning run was scored by stealing home. I mean, it was practically right out of the end of The Sandlot and it doesn't get any better than that. Despite the fact that we were not cheering on our dear old Redlegs, it was fun to see a different ballpark and enjoy some baseball together. </span></div>
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