Yesterday I undertook one of those nagging homeowner projects and finally painted the guest bedroom! Gone is the nasty mint-green, in its place is a fabulous Nimbus Gray (aka a steel blue)!Thanks to some helpful tips from followers of the DoAAC Facebook page, I tackled the paint-job successfully and with confidence! So much so, I’m … Continue reading »
Monthly Archives: December 2012
Holiday Greetings
Pear and Chocolate Muffones
This holiday season my craftiness has really been occurring in my kitchen. And, boy have I been busy… But, I mean that’s what happens when someone on your Christmas list only asks for cookies!In addition to cookie baking I’ve been challenging myself with the task of creatively using 12 delicious Harry & David pears that … Continue reading »
WORLD’S Best Peanut Butter Cookies
Awhile back I shared what really is the WORLD’S Best Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe (yes, you’re welcome!). And today, I give you another great recipe – this time for the WORLD’S Best Peanut Butter Cookies. I know, I’m so generous! Now, let me provide some context and reasoning behind my big claim for this being the … Continue reading »
Super Surprise Birthday!
It was Michael’s birthday yesterday! For Michael, this birthday was a big one (number 33!) so I wanted to make sure that his birthday felt extra special. And, with a birthday a week away from Christmas, I really wanted him to feel like he was celebrating a birthday and not a “birth-mas”. So, I decided … Continue reading »
DIY Stained Glass Ornaments
Merry Christmas to me! On Sunday Michael surprised me with an early present – a stained glass ornament class from Glassique, Seattle’s Architectural Glass Design Studio. Since it’s the season for ornaments, I quickly called to book my class so I could make my ornaments and use them this year. In full disclosure, I was super … Continue reading »
Grapefruit & Fennel Salad
You know it’s winter when your Sunday involves the Seattle Jingle Bell 5K Dash, a celebratory brunch featuring a delicious grapefruit and fennel salad, and great friends! I had never known of such a yummy combination but am definitely going to be making this for my family come Christmas morning! Below is the closest recipe … Continue reading »
This Isn’t Crafty, But Deserves Posting
I just learned that today is National BFF Day! So, in honor of my friends, including my bestie Liz, happy day! Thanks for always being there for me! Without you all, I wouldn’t be me! Thank you for your love, laughter and all the great moments over the years! Who’s your bestie? Take a moment … Continue reading »
Today I’m Thankful For…
Having the time to learn about myself, decompress and rejuvenate! (Not to mention a week in the sunshine!) This last week I was in San Diego for a professional/personal development and learning opportunity. Not often do we have the chance to take a step back and really reflect on what makes you you and how … Continue reading »
