March 2009
14 posts
Constant Inspiration
I tend to look at alot of blogs, websites and online stores whilst surfing the internet. Whenever I come across something inspiring, I bookmark the link or save pictures to my computer. I now have a folder full of yummy ideas and cool stuff. Things to make, things to buy, places to visit, books to read, music to listen to, people to follow, etc. Here are some of the things in my...
Adventure to Motor City
I was in Detroit last weekend for a bridal shower. It was my first time in the midwest and had a wonderful time.
Never knew that there are fully-operating casinos in downtown Detroit. We went to the MGM Grand Detroit… very à la Las Vegas luxury. Disheartening was the fact that despite the city’s unemployment rate, now up to 22% (more than three times the national average), the casino...
Finally Found the BEST Hand Lotion Out There
I’m a sucker for the small throw-in-your-purse kind of hand lotions. During the winter my hands can get as dry as bone and it is horribly uncomfortable. I’ve tried every brand from Ahava to Yu-Be, spent way too much money trying to find this AMAZING stuff: Eucerin Dry Skin Therapy Plus Intensive Repair Hand Creme
My guess is that the alpha hydroxy moisture does it. Just as it says...
Happy St. Patty's Day
Andrew and I made a really tasty St. Patty’s Day cake yesterday. Trying to make it a LITTLE more healthy than not, we used Pillsbury Reduced Sugar Cake Mix and Whipped Frosting. We also got green icing to decorate.
My vision for the cake decor, inspired by the St. Patty’s treats for sale in the Giant bakery, was ‘rendered’ by my inability to ice. Those intricate icing...
Free Free Free Tomato SEEDS (??)
Anyone who knows me well, knows that I am always excited about things being free, discounted or unusually inexpensive. Came across this offer and had to share it. My roommate, Lia, has expressed interest (on numerous occasions) in starting a vegetable garden on the balcony our 7th floor high rise condo. The reality of this green dream is questionable, but here you go Lia - completely free tomato...
Free Free Free Pair of Undies
Aerie, an American Eagle lingerie/swimwear store I’ve never even heard of, sent me an email about a free pair of panties. Fun! No purchase necessary, but you must print out the coupon and take it with you to their store. Do it before 3/18 when the offer is o.v.e.r.
Click here for the printable Free Panty coupon.
Best (and easiest) Way to Cook Asparagus
Yes, it is true, asparagus makes your pee smell like shiAt. Wiki says its bc there are sulfur-containing degradation compounds in it that, when metabolized, give urine a ‘distinctive’ smell. ew.
Despite this misfortune, asparagus is super healthy for you. It is one of nature’s true food heroes as a source of protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron and folic acid. Next to...
Turn Your Keyboard into a Daft Punk Mix
iDaft, this Daft Punk flash application was developed by Matias Najle and is pretty amusing. Check it.
do it.work it.make it.better.stronger.ever.after
Year Subscription to Glamour for $1.50 - HURRY!
Glamour Magazine is celebrating their 70th Anniversary!
They are offering one year subscriptions for just $1.50 - thats $0.13/issue (issues cost that much in 1939). The offer expires March 15, so order now!!! No strings attached, no fine print, no shipping charges - just do it!
Click here to go to the Amazon offer.
Learn While You Eat!
So… we have this antique restored black dining room table that has really taken a beating as a result of our aggressive eating and drinking habits. Chips in the paint, strange textured spots, etc. We originally bought a set of khaki cloth placemats that required washing after every use - this became very very annoying.
My frustration surrounding cloth placemat laundry has grown and grown....
