tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9209899473111864852023-11-16T10:18:59.162-08:00Marchlela...VintageMarchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.comBlogger123125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-75497551089107598862011-11-03T14:38:00.000-07:002011-11-03T14:38:06.051-07:00Do-it-yourself pretty corkboard<div style="text-align: center;">This is a simple do-it-yourself cork board project that I just love. I'm always looking for new ways to display the thousands of pictures I have, and I thought this was a neat way to do so. Also, with the holidays right around the corner, it'll be the place where I can hang all of my Christmas cards we recieve this year. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDF0rJ-YNT2oiy1i6rVQ7ylluKVRcLQhABi0n86kUr2MksBVdOwD9XnAoqCvsprJPkUYilPE9mD33IReUy-LahMPsMAArEh1gqbp8F4Bi4ksD8tGaFiQlZoshhoLEWFL3mV_hqz9bvfiQ/s1600/057.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" ida="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDF0rJ-YNT2oiy1i6rVQ7ylluKVRcLQhABi0n86kUr2MksBVdOwD9XnAoqCvsprJPkUYilPE9mD33IReUy-LahMPsMAArEh1gqbp8F4Bi4ksD8tGaFiQlZoshhoLEWFL3mV_hqz9bvfiQ/s640/057.JPG" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center">Oh the beauty... I mean function!!!</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">Here are a few of my inspiration pics from other blogs...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuzgnDOWe0qIJJwieYTyqbD1F7W1EMWgYL3uGNAr_XgVi0K3czQNnsrkGkcehzJ2VZxQK5QHYDYpozNLPBm4erteru4h7HJli5hUGLE0piz6pR0mMhqSjVSxJ5HwxBQunhHNEAWw7AbtI/s1600/chalkboard1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuzgnDOWe0qIJJwieYTyqbD1F7W1EMWgYL3uGNAr_XgVi0K3czQNnsrkGkcehzJ2VZxQK5QHYDYpozNLPBm4erteru4h7HJli5hUGLE0piz6pR0mMhqSjVSxJ5HwxBQunhHNEAWw7AbtI/s400/chalkboard1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
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</div><div align="center"> This one below is where I got most of my inspiration from. I just loved the lettering so much...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-2zl4n_uMqrjpeN-dqzzNS66TcDpXXIoDyqS2_xhEupHDJdX60g_ywWmt6_UhNH7mZxo5epE9hxGF2l4i2Qqu3mUI17biGTt37R_IQBIya8WVK-KeZhZdilHaYNtcmJydXYfchJ0iLtE/s1600/chalkboard3.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-2zl4n_uMqrjpeN-dqzzNS66TcDpXXIoDyqS2_xhEupHDJdX60g_ywWmt6_UhNH7mZxo5epE9hxGF2l4i2Qqu3mUI17biGTt37R_IQBIya8WVK-KeZhZdilHaYNtcmJydXYfchJ0iLtE/s400/chalkboard3.png" width="400" /></a></div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">So much that I copied the lettering precisely! Here is my own...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvi8ZTIVhUpxfNH5dIapoQ6_KZZtZz_Q2yB0gDr_xGIY-9s3ha5WmboEWLfh0Hy9a877Ur4Y70lOopus7ku2W9vJqVt5B5GfKeD7bm9rp_9n77Lmb5qApGX1pzc69DUlAvANx30jB9FwI/s1600/009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvi8ZTIVhUpxfNH5dIapoQ6_KZZtZz_Q2yB0gDr_xGIY-9s3ha5WmboEWLfh0Hy9a877Ur4Y70lOopus7ku2W9vJqVt5B5GfKeD7bm9rp_9n77Lmb5qApGX1pzc69DUlAvANx30jB9FwI/s400/009.JPG" width="266" /></a></div><br />
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</div><div align="center"><span style="color: cyan; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace; font-size: x-large;">Sarah</span></div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-37148102204996045482011-09-23T08:41:00.000-07:002011-09-23T08:41:19.225-07:00Welcome Fall<div align="center" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">If you know me, than you know how much I love the Fall. Everything about it, the foliage, the smells, the decorations...the list goes on. I love it so much, that I already got some pumpkins and decorated my mantle for the happiest season of the year.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb9uKH0HhAI7hs7IEtiRKUESebBdJ-KH7oiUu8Tubzs_U8oonwDdkzae35-fe-MS-pzjIIWPCrfFSJKTRE29QbS3-z4SfjutQmKrsxDN0FJ2lD1dx84q2EGb8x_WiVIR67vfuu-C0moN0/s1600/007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" hca="true" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb9uKH0HhAI7hs7IEtiRKUESebBdJ-KH7oiUu8Tubzs_U8oonwDdkzae35-fe-MS-pzjIIWPCrfFSJKTRE29QbS3-z4SfjutQmKrsxDN0FJ2lD1dx84q2EGb8x_WiVIR67vfuu-C0moN0/s400/007.JPG" width="400" /></a></div></div><div align="center"><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; 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</div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-68460088099664986032011-09-21T08:40:00.000-07:002011-09-21T08:40:39.449-07:00Breakfast for Success!In my quest to find easy school morning breakfast ideas, for at least once a week, I came across a familiar one that I had been meaning to duplicate. This recipe was one that my sister had shared with us last Christmas morning and it was a big hit amongst all of us. (Especially me since I could just sit back, relax, and not cook for once)<br />
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*3 large basil leaves or 3 tbsp of pesto (I chose to use concentrated pesto sold in a tube. just mix 1 tsp of pesto with 1 tbsp of olive oil and mix well)<br />
*6 eggs<br />
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First preheat oven to 375 degrees and coat 6 cups of cupcake pan with cooking spray. Fit each cup with one piece of prosciutto, like this...<br />
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</div>Next crack an egg into each cup and place 4 small cubes of mozzarella on top. Spoon pesto or sprinkle torn fresh basil leaves over the top of each cup. <br />
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</div>Bake in oven for 10-12 if you prefer runny yolks or 15 minutes for firm, thoroughly cooked yolks. <br />
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When done cooking, let stand for a few minutes. Then run a knife around the cups to unmold and scoop out with a large spoon. Serve on a school morning, at your next brunch, or for a special Christmas morning treat. I ate mine with a little clementine on the side...but it's delish with canteloupe or fresh strawberries. Enjoy!<br />
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<span style="color: #c27ba0; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"> Kirsten</span>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-42729775481720003212011-09-16T06:13:00.000-07:002011-09-16T06:13:34.137-07:00"The Vintage Leaf"<div align="center">Time to put away the seashells, seaglass, and citrus scented candles. Fall is here, and it's time to make your home feel warm and cozy with all the wonderful elements of this time of year.</div><div align="center">My favorite things are the cool mornings, leave piles, and warm apple pie!</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">Although, I do love this time of year, I find that a lot of stores carry autumn decorations that are just a little too much for my taste. I like to hint subtly, so I came up with this pretty craft that keeps true to my decorating style. </div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">"The Vintage Leaf"</div><div align="center"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgShFSjC-Bi77zVehEeRkobDvMlZHF_bMWlmC0funpDvb7y8RsI3dESI978351cqJ6pWxW6klaplIOF6lfFhjDpRxcJwFZ5K7PGJOgTcW4mS_dEuEk51tRIKcfrvoSmvmCooSxge3zBQaA/s1600/030.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="243" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgShFSjC-Bi77zVehEeRkobDvMlZHF_bMWlmC0funpDvb7y8RsI3dESI978351cqJ6pWxW6klaplIOF6lfFhjDpRxcJwFZ5K7PGJOgTcW4mS_dEuEk51tRIKcfrvoSmvmCooSxge3zBQaA/s400/030.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
</div><div align="center">For this craft you will need:</div><div align="center">~A vintage book that you wouldn't mind having a few pages missing</div><div align="center">~White cardstock paper</div><div align="center">~Mod podge</div><div align="center">~Frame</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">To make...</div><div align="center">Cut out a template of a leaf, trace it on to a page from a vintage book. Apply a thin coat of mp to the back of the leaf and a thin layer to the cardstock. Apply the leaf and even out any air bubbles. Let dry. Apply another thin coat over the leaf. Let dry.</div><div align="center"><br />
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First up...</div><div style="text-align: center;">Toddler Boys<br />
5 pairs of pants,<br />
4 buttondowns,<br />
10 shirts,<br />
2 pairs of shoes,<br />
6 hats,<br />
3 jacket/pullovers,<br />
13 outifts!<br />
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Tee Shirt- H&M<br />
Jeans- H&M<br />
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Shirt- Target<br />
Jeans- H&M<br />
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Shirt- Target<br />
Pants- Carters<br />
Hat- babyGap<br />
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Fedora- H&M<br />
Shirt- H&M<br />
Cordoroys- Carters<br />
Shoes- H&M<br />
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Buttondown- H&M<br />
Pullover- Crewcuts<br />
Cordoroys- Carters<br />
Beanie- H&M<br />
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Tee Shirt- crewcuts<br />
Jeans- H&M<br />
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Shirt- H&M<br />
Jeans- H&M<br />
Hat- babyGap<br />
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Shirt- H&M<br />
Pants- Carters<br />
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Buttondown- Gap Kids<br />
Shirt- Gap Kids<br />
Jeans- H&M<br />
Beanie- H&M<br />
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Shirt- Carters<br />
Jeans- H&M<br />
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Pullover- Crewcuts<br />
Hat- Gap Kids<br />
Jeans- Gap Kids<br />
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Denim jacket- Gap Kids<br />
Tee Shirt- Target<br />
Pants- Carters<br />
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Buttondown- H&M<br />
Pants- Carters</div><div style="text-align: center;">Next up- Infant/Toddler Girls Fall Lookbook...coming soon</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="color: #7f7f7f; font-family: "Lucida Calligraphy"; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 115%; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 128;">Ashley</span></div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-17092529330684579922011-09-09T09:32:00.000-07:002011-09-10T04:56:21.951-07:00Special 1st Day of School Breakfast!School has finally started...after being postponed for more than a week due to no power from Hurricane Irene. My girls couldn't be happier to be in their morning routines again, to see their friends on the daily, and to meet their new teachers. What better to get them started on the right foot, than a special breakfast on the first day of school. Every year I come up with something special, something that I wouldn't normally have the time or energy to make on a school morning, something other than cold cereal. (Just being completely honest and I'm sure most mommies could relate to the chaos that insues.)<br />
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While flipping through one of my fav mags one day....<br />
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I found this one simple recipe for a breakfast item that included all the components that my daughters love...so I decided it would be perfect to debut on the first day of school. <br />
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The recipe....<br />
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<u>Banana "Cigars"</u><br />
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~8 egg rolls wrappers<br />
~3 bananas, sliced <br />
~3 tbsp. of Nutella<br />
~2 tbsp. melted butter (I used yogurt butter to make it less fattening)<br />
~1 tbsp. confectioners' sugar<br />
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With point of wrapper facing you, place 4 banana slices in center.<br />
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Next, top with Nutella. <br />
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</div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-60294744156857633742011-09-05T05:45:00.000-07:002011-09-05T05:45:42.340-07:00A Simple 1st Birthday!<div align="center">So, the day has come and gone... and our little girl is now one! </div><div align="center">Our plans for a big birthday celebration were brought to a hault with dilema after dilema, but we still managed to make her day special!!!</div><div align="center">Happy 1st Birthday, my dear, Chloe girl!</div><div align="center"><br />
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We are blessed to have you in our lives... I hope that one day you look back on these photos, and appreciate all the frilly ribbons of pink buttercream, that I made especially for my one, and only, princess!<br />
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Thanks!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">It's not a boat without a cool vintage flag. I found this in a funky store in P-town, Ma.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3zCL-54iMj2JPgXFJl_gZ0qXnq9Oo8pX_feEZ2WUyAOHiTfZWjy9NaqnRkaeQUKiJZgYCv6HcicOCp1rqyQlF9OvI2TQEI7YzFf9K2HnVQVjJpZCUm9Y_izS_6mhpNCrBaBdbXKFVw4A/s1600/015.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="217" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3zCL-54iMj2JPgXFJl_gZ0qXnq9Oo8pX_feEZ2WUyAOHiTfZWjy9NaqnRkaeQUKiJZgYCv6HcicOCp1rqyQlF9OvI2TQEI7YzFf9K2HnVQVjJpZCUm9Y_izS_6mhpNCrBaBdbXKFVw4A/s400/015.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I framed 2 8x10 vintage maps of the eastern and western hemispheres</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAhoUi1mabpFyt6MZnqxXdJXMUphHxd7Gusp_yjOQw3sZYtk3TgGJLuRiiQE4aD5_dFDwZP9Lq0PscXggau6EmzwWubcbqQ1McWBWzy7tbLDEaJVqDl8ev8CR6VRWwLHlX9f3O74D_ZZM/s1600/021.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAhoUi1mabpFyt6MZnqxXdJXMUphHxd7Gusp_yjOQw3sZYtk3TgGJLuRiiQE4aD5_dFDwZP9Lq0PscXggau6EmzwWubcbqQ1McWBWzy7tbLDEaJVqDl8ev8CR6VRWwLHlX9f3O74D_ZZM/s400/021.JPG" width="273" /></a></div><br />
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Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-27433955818058538012011-08-20T00:00:00.000-07:002011-08-20T10:17:26.088-07:00The Perfect Summer Treat<div style="text-align: center;">With Fall only a few short weeks away, I'm starting to add a little bit of Autumn elements into my decorating and baking. This dessert is an example of that. So, today after we introduce Chris and Ella to the <a href="http://www.hamburgfair.org/">Hamburg Fair</a> for the first time, then chase them around the beach all day, we'll take a moment to enjoy a warm summer dessert while we watch the Old Black Point fireworks. Here's the recipe I'll be using:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwwiamoHMJAUgEke-B7faLmw0NJ4f41EfCy1961-Gy043jNCGqo8gAu1fATqzEbC23BW9Xew9sqAoqt02oeceN6uCfD-Fux8usu6BTp6e8-ztLvgNMO5KpdVaFDPI1Fs-NmO8qa2BPCKw/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" qaa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwwiamoHMJAUgEke-B7faLmw0NJ4f41EfCy1961-Gy043jNCGqo8gAu1fATqzEbC23BW9Xew9sqAoqt02oeceN6uCfD-Fux8usu6BTp6e8-ztLvgNMO5KpdVaFDPI1Fs-NmO8qa2BPCKw/s320/1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">photo courtesy <a href="http://www.delish.com/">http://www.delish.com/</a></div><strong><u>Apple-Cranberry Crumble</u></strong><br />
Recipe from: Martha Stewart Living<br />
Prep Time: 5 min.<br />
Total Time: 50 min.<br />
Serves: 8<br />
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6-8 medium sized apples, peeled and cored<br />
1 cup fresh or frozen (unthawed) cranberries, coarsely chopped<br />
1/2 cup granulated sugar<br />
1 tsp ground cinnamon<br />
1 tsp coarse salt (I usually omit salt)<br />
8 tbs (1 stick) cold unsalted butter cut into small pieces, plus more for dish<br />
1 cup pecan halves, coarsely chopped<br />
1/2 cup all-purpose flour<br />
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick-cooking)<br />
6 tbs packed light-brown sugar<br />
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1. Preheat oven to 425*. Quarter apples lengthwise, then thinly slice. Toss in large bowl with cranberries, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.<br />
2. Butter a 13"-9" glass or ceramic baking dish. Mix pecans, flour, oats, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until combined. Work in butter with your fingers until topping is crumbly, with pea-size chunks.<br />
3. Spread apple mixture in prepared dish; sprinkle with topping. Bake until filling is bubbling and topping is golden brown, 30 to 40 min. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with vanilla ice cream optional.<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="color: #7f7f7f; font-family: "Lucida Calligraphy"; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 115%; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 128;">Ashley</span></div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-34548683871818662712011-08-15T17:13:00.000-07:002011-08-15T17:13:14.100-07:00First Birthday Inspiration!<div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaOuWwaP5wEs9w8-rYCpHySG7zN21G0yToD2Ep6aopLEwgAFXz0r8YFXstik92gs_kzpuuSVeo1Z80rkqZEzxr6Bs2lm_IacCWASFQLGD_-aOKjlMo-qFlDKtcymI7WjT7cG94-f6lZo0/s1600/Chloe%2527s+first+birthday+cake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaOuWwaP5wEs9w8-rYCpHySG7zN21G0yToD2Ep6aopLEwgAFXz0r8YFXstik92gs_kzpuuSVeo1Z80rkqZEzxr6Bs2lm_IacCWASFQLGD_-aOKjlMo-qFlDKtcymI7WjT7cG94-f6lZo0/s400/Chloe%2527s+first+birthday+cake.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span id="goog_580397557"></span><span id="goog_580397558">On September 3rd we will be celebrating our little girl's first birthday!</span><br />
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The theme is...<br />
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Fairies<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">and woodland elements...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXinStIQvUXJrvF0q3aU-NTor3kiFixV8Yp7mATrRRlkygxMUbhQJk7vn5zz0b0OGPebeciWAdBdLBC-DISQsOO4pnCOjpZvDICFViesk9nyMfpjBrvbcQ-6rOx0AFUUCBMk3YyoYD834/s320/toadstool.jpg" width="241" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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The Palette will consist of...<br />
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light blue<br />
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The wide array and colors of hydrangeas are my favorite part of his garden.<br />
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</div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-30636431445623205902011-08-11T05:20:00.000-07:002011-08-12T07:59:26.910-07:00What Makes Me Happy.<div align="center">What a delightful little Thursday I have today. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXKBMSYq6eU0BvzbwSyCeresh1r0Ecc7VOPTpaNG7Qj5aRhyphenhyphennHg_vSjgL3z5I9SjbtvFL60m0uijNuWONtIGfLgcLOb-tXxYKMQsfevZprH-_qwlYdbvAK_Fr1bcwVom3vTMIcKyb82xA/s1600/1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" naa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXKBMSYq6eU0BvzbwSyCeresh1r0Ecc7VOPTpaNG7Qj5aRhyphenhyphennHg_vSjgL3z5I9SjbtvFL60m0uijNuWONtIGfLgcLOb-tXxYKMQsfevZprH-_qwlYdbvAK_Fr1bcwVom3vTMIcKyb82xA/s400/1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Anyone wanna join for a stroller walk into downtown?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="" aria-busy="true" aria-describedby="fbPhotoTheaterCaption" class="spotlight" height="611" src="http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/282153_204310079622052_185757068144020_501705_6328122_n.jpg" width="400" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Niantic Farmers Market</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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There's such an innocence that comes along with pink frills and pretty lace. Here's a glimpse into my sister Courtney's daughter's little haven...</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj79iD_GsHbIte8DqZfw0YKxxj4h5Xew4WekDlB3yZY2oomg65P_C7Ohzsss83CykROC_3ZjsV_GvPh0CKgya6Jy66gZH2J-AWsY55N_V3FPzIvqMfPeqeABIH62FRoisL76o78PVEltvk/s1600/PA+034.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj79iD_GsHbIte8DqZfw0YKxxj4h5Xew4WekDlB3yZY2oomg65P_C7Ohzsss83CykROC_3ZjsV_GvPh0CKgya6Jy66gZH2J-AWsY55N_V3FPzIvqMfPeqeABIH62FRoisL76o78PVEltvk/s640/PA+034.JPG" t$="true" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr0gSZAz79P5adGLeMvf1kTCKXrl0PTh6qhhNlllhblj3VSCu8b6QffSAaxD1Aa48XB3CzLskHJK2jnD4Tmspam_VS8jUPXrdJdLJgxd2olxaWh7sHQkc7EzfIJBLULlBjUFOy7bRqQNg/s1600/PA+033.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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So cute. Good job Court!</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="color: #7f7f7f; font-family: "Lucida Calligraphy"; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 115%; mso-themecolor: text1; mso-themetint: 128;">Ashley</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So many that I wasn't sure what else I can do with them besides decorating the ledge...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAk2OYuTKZjylbGX2EHr3YOHvcUPMPHMdE7ETupZXerZT6bWNV_jHW7Ljnj8Kbjr-tlfUFLfaENn_zXc5B0i2ZqTE02B6bkVvm5_-Oy3q3YCiOWQwyF-KqXp1oyXzXFbgTV1_FOpVA6jc/s1600/005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAk2OYuTKZjylbGX2EHr3YOHvcUPMPHMdE7ETupZXerZT6bWNV_jHW7Ljnj8Kbjr-tlfUFLfaENn_zXc5B0i2ZqTE02B6bkVvm5_-Oy3q3YCiOWQwyF-KqXp1oyXzXFbgTV1_FOpVA6jc/s400/005.JPG" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So I searched for a little online, and saw so many pretty ideas. I chose to make seashell candles because for one they are pretty, and two they serve a purpose!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is my inspiration from who else but good ol' Martha Stewart! Maybe someday when I have the time I can actually get my crafts to be as pretty as hers...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHYptavzdbbzC5xwuR2ZgpQ5y6Qqa1v08Mwce0M6KNa7jgUjQyFvgCqsCeEYFuqPC7e2YUt0tOF5xSKmEHOME34I53M3NWPrGPr70k2S8X3BOnbSV1VpIfmUSDGC23xjvyR7XrDJX-TI/s1600/martha+shells.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHYptavzdbbzC5xwuR2ZgpQ5y6Qqa1v08Mwce0M6KNa7jgUjQyFvgCqsCeEYFuqPC7e2YUt0tOF5xSKmEHOME34I53M3NWPrGPr70k2S8X3BOnbSV1VpIfmUSDGC23xjvyR7XrDJX-TI/s400/martha+shells.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center"></div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-57770771298080654332011-08-02T06:06:00.000-07:002011-08-02T06:06:14.996-07:00Roughin it at Green FallsWe were finally able to start up our yearly tradition of camping again now that I am no longer pregnant and Marli is no longer a newborn. It was still brave of us to bring our 3 kids, one being only 1 years old, out in the middle of the woods, with nothing but a tent. Oh, ok, I'm being a bit dramatic, but we were definitely roughing it with tent camping and no running water......although we had a water pump nearby that squeaked day and night with each campers use. All these sites and sounds of nature and camping, brought back so many great memories of my childhood. As I've mentioned in previous posts, this is the same tradition and campground that my family camped at yearly when I was a child. <br />
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Our favorite site...and coincidentally the only one open that weekend....my lucky soccer and softball number and Pele's number (for all my soccer enthusiasts out there. lol) We lovingly call it Skull Rock...you'll soon see why. <br />
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We hiked around the lake....over rocks and under branches, up hills and down hills, down riverbeds and over bridges.....for about 3 miles. It was my favorite part of the trip (besides cooking over the fire, which I'll get to later). <br />
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As you all know by now, cooking is one thing I love to do....even cooking over the campfire. It's challenging figuring out how to do so and have variety. If the girls had their way, it would look alot like this....<br />
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</div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-59318205272860178392011-07-29T00:00:00.000-07:002011-07-29T07:27:17.647-07:00Recent Purchases<div style="text-align: center;">There's only one thing I love just as much as I love going to the beach...and that is going shopping! Over the past few weeks I have shopped til I dropped...literally...(I acutally had to rush my mom to the ER because I exhausted her so much...amongst other things...sorry Ma). I thought I'd share some of my fabulous finds...and also some cool gifts I've received. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Old Navy Dress </div><div align="center">$39.99</div><div align="center" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi42dbcgEWfgPm8-3jD1PMl7yIn00gtUFqocN3j9Ec2bQZnl_pP6gm8wLzd9Z8nzmKpUJSAyDVeFcyHI4euLgteA1G6JTgWukMaV-z58uSpQm1gqgW5zfX3WRDG6DEtTzIsnV0rFleib3k/s320/013.JPG" t$="true" width="213" /></div><div align="center"><div>Amy's Flea Market Finds. My mother-in-law and I share a love of old, rustic antiques. On one of her trips up to Vermont this summer, she took time to scavenge local flea markets and tag sales, to pick up some neat items she knew I'd love....and who could not love them...<br />
Blue tinted mason jars</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXhdYRdEC4pMKEWP3TCAt1-o8tI38xdaxi0UHpjLWPHYWz2-qJ2iPfksCZz81tZD7RiUf8cS7_r_FvyOsqeIfu7dLyzd6YdVghT_od5ki4p7tdJGqmqotkbBNg_Smlxa7N2gEw3jW2W5s/s1600/016.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXhdYRdEC4pMKEWP3TCAt1-o8tI38xdaxi0UHpjLWPHYWz2-qJ2iPfksCZz81tZD7RiUf8cS7_r_FvyOsqeIfu7dLyzd6YdVghT_od5ki4p7tdJGqmqotkbBNg_Smlxa7N2gEw3jW2W5s/s400/016.JPG" t$="true" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And a clamming basket that I am using as a magazine holder</div><div align="center"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_RJI58mWi0epLNJoi7XHYk_Ind7mZ_dnl6sGhNmnYokCN_EKJVUSTkgG8FFxf0osy9wJWVcYxIEb81cZVXsmauRAO8iEcsFuWjD-WfwZAraWLcJT5w2Xcc9tYlrMn944ICauYkeXeXbQ/s1600/045.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_RJI58mWi0epLNJoi7XHYk_Ind7mZ_dnl6sGhNmnYokCN_EKJVUSTkgG8FFxf0osy9wJWVcYxIEb81cZVXsmauRAO8iEcsFuWjD-WfwZAraWLcJT5w2Xcc9tYlrMn944ICauYkeXeXbQ/s400/045.JPG" t$="true" width="266" /></a></div><br />
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<div align="center"> $28</div></div><div align="center"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-GQuyQ5orwwmvrFDsWFOHUjYdqts8eOaMqmEzRXWsDU9D45kDFBpJnGPgCTXmWY0Uvu_YDnsHAFu2q3ffjrNCki0ZJaIjSng77aulFk-kQnx7cNa6D53guQucPTklk2gXJVzsf0rdtmU/s400/012.JPG" t$="true" width="266" /></div>Never been a true fan of coffee until about two weeks ago. One mug turned into two...and well, the rest is history. I thought I'd give the Chai Latte K cups a try and I'm hooked.<br />
<div align="center">$11.99 <a href="http://www.target.com/">Target</a></div></div><div align="center"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuh2X_Kfhi52-kmoZy-TIUc8C01rbOvWPOLVtN1lX89j-PPm3PWQrKIYdubCg_vGGOwFLWfZvR3nfOrNqB7NWvj5JaxdpodbykZB3e0dMO-anQcwvYLTIQHbRN6FfljBScsDGk3cDNPmg/s400/015.JPG" t$="true" width="400" /></div></div><div align="center">Chris and I celebrated our five year wedding anniversary on July 15. Because he's a true romantic at heart (he'd kill me if he read this), he stuck with tradition and got me something considered to be silverware. It's a cute little pill box that I keep my rings in at night. love love love. </div><div align="center"><a href="http://www.tiffanys.com/">Tiffanys</a>- and I'm not going to look up the price...you can lol. <br />
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Like this one from <a href="http://missmustardseed.blogspot.com/">Miss Mustard Seed's blog</a><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">They are very simple to make. First, start out by making your favorite Chocolate Chip cookie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtsZpdHa1rbMiuC1dWjVeQpX2SdxBnHucifG2vaAMjOrJ2rHAv4-LVnUReodDl6pt9fPeL7SIhxBl93HKDpmRtCxTQOY11GM0uE7YKT3ki_7D7AU2OtWMoLwgDI5QU0eQlmyn0MhNC52s/s1600/006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtsZpdHa1rbMiuC1dWjVeQpX2SdxBnHucifG2vaAMjOrJ2rHAv4-LVnUReodDl6pt9fPeL7SIhxBl93HKDpmRtCxTQOY11GM0uE7YKT3ki_7D7AU2OtWMoLwgDI5QU0eQlmyn0MhNC52s/s400/006.JPG" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Next, top the inside with a scoop of ice cream.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuSG2BrF2s8Yt9XVEQ_vGr_i3mNwd4sY_7EbIF1P3uL_Ps-aXVK7Cei5jEL2jRyxZ_QHXU6R4yqbTPjK-qxYFI8ozqkvBy9LePCfWs5TXe4VuXrV41L2sIsJmXRkkmH2cStP855AwCSlo/s1600/011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuSG2BrF2s8Yt9XVEQ_vGr_i3mNwd4sY_7EbIF1P3uL_Ps-aXVK7Cei5jEL2jRyxZ_QHXU6R4yqbTPjK-qxYFI8ozqkvBy9LePCfWs5TXe4VuXrV41L2sIsJmXRkkmH2cStP855AwCSlo/s400/011.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Finally, squish another cookie on top, and Voila! A simple, yummy, treat. Suitable for a hot summer's night...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2wkqnHP-v8kymGsRau4oMVFNAz822OhqgjfwchvQ_I0zonQHZLcmRGRGVBR-OMzhUN1B4Pvlb6WOziefHaKoJOVTtlhgaG4U2WqAZCLI6Z4c5jXn8HrO1U8h-JjLzcxPPTATN2-5IFhI/s1600/013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2wkqnHP-v8kymGsRau4oMVFNAz822OhqgjfwchvQ_I0zonQHZLcmRGRGVBR-OMzhUN1B4Pvlb6WOziefHaKoJOVTtlhgaG4U2WqAZCLI6Z4c5jXn8HrO1U8h-JjLzcxPPTATN2-5IFhI/s400/013.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Enjoy!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Tonight's Appetizer: Steamed Clams (or some call them Steamers)<br />
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Tonight's Dinner: Cedar Plank Salmon<br />
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Cedar planks are specifically sold to use for cooking fish on the grill. You can find them in most kitchen supply stores for very inexpensive. Follow the directions on the packaging. The most important thing to remember is to submerse the planks in water and let soak for at least 90 minutes before putting on the grill. <br />
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Once the planks have soaked, place the raw fish (in this case, salmon) on them. Marinade or spice as desired. I used fresh dill, lemon, and a tad of olive-oil based butter. <br />
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I chopped up a head of cauliflower and a few sweet potatoes (skin on), drizzled them with olive oil and salt and pepper, and sauteed them on the grill using a wire pan specificially designed to do so. (A Father's Day gift for my hubby) Voila! Completely grilled meal! And healthy to boot!<br />
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No wine reviews today....it was a beer kind of night! <br />
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</div><div align="center">I remember biking down dirt roads for a day at the beach. Going out for ice cream each night. Catching the sunset at First Encounter Beach. As well as nightime bonfires on the beach. </div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center">There is one aspect though, that I never noticed as much when I was young as I do now...</div><div align="center">How beautifully simple and unique the cottages are in the Cape. Each one whether big or small tells its own story...</div><div align="center"><br />
</div><div align="center"> The tiny little cottages always catch my attention...</div><div align="center"><br />
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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjZ-LzJoRbNdGKK0kvwQtVB74lva53lonvnWVDV3-xjx5xtmzI9wL0QWG8-N3QF0SNFgIWo_aL17aUHOtO84PzeAOl0gCQJW1i1qVGfy6Nhyphenhyphenl4gAZR7mCt9omHIrLX_F4GYI9SV1PXmc/s400/159.JPG" width="281" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Even the garages are unique...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love this blue door!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcPrrTCiowyyYUFcMIEdOJ-cwSIp52rjugOcMBK1Uk8t-wLDQdpiTKukSBMGXE5qFS3EZQOs-LHFzI3Miy_AMDagt4Vh0hvUmQrqMVNKNlHXReSvt6Pl9IUYPrBkvm45zZ9dllp0h_5kI/s1600/032.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcPrrTCiowyyYUFcMIEdOJ-cwSIp52rjugOcMBK1Uk8t-wLDQdpiTKukSBMGXE5qFS3EZQOs-LHFzI3Miy_AMDagt4Vh0hvUmQrqMVNKNlHXReSvt6Pl9IUYPrBkvm45zZ9dllp0h_5kI/s400/032.JPG" width="266" /></a></div><div align="center"> The newer homes are just as pretty.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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</div><div align="center">Now what to do with all this inspiration...</div><div align="center"><br />
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</div><div>~1 lb Chicken Breast (optional)</div><div>~1/2 bushel of green onions (chopped)</div><div>~1 lrg zucchini (sliced and halved)</div><div>~2 small yellow squashed (sliced)</div><div>~6 oz of baby spinach</div><div>~1 head of broccoli (chopped)</div><div>~1 lrg red pepper (julienned)</div><div>~1 tub of Philadelphia Cooking Creme (Italian Cheese and Herb flavor)</div>~1 lb whole wheat penne pasta<br />
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First cook pasta al dente, drain, and set aside. Then slice or cube chicken breast and cook thoroughly in lightly oiled large saute pan. Next add all raw veggies and cook for 5 minutes (veggies should still be crisp). Add Cooking Creme and Stir together. Add cooked pasta and again stir until pasta is coated in creme sauce. Sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese and serve with garlic bread. Mmm, Mmmm, Good!! (Have to admit, I stole that line from Campbells. lol)<br />
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</div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-67249609438584698412011-07-08T00:00:00.000-07:002011-07-08T13:33:03.348-07:00Outdoor Showers<div align="center">Whether it be used for rinsing off your little ones sandy feet after a day at the beach, or relaxing with a cool shower on a warm summer evening, an outdoor shower is a cottage must-have.<br />
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<div align="center">Chris cooling down in a mid-day shower at my husbands families' beach house this past July 4th.</div><div align="center">Love this old school shower head.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAv7BOt-Owh7UqeF8vykqJkxbvq-74gk8vwdyLHMBKK2_fENq-3mePmnbLtSuneYTaShMMvqktV2OqI2WBPZ174QAlL7F1P1Ypvl_eF4dKcJVXnN9MXiJ2epnpBNWdm1M45G7gpTHuAa4/s1600/shower.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" m$="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAv7BOt-Owh7UqeF8vykqJkxbvq-74gk8vwdyLHMBKK2_fENq-3mePmnbLtSuneYTaShMMvqktV2OqI2WBPZ174QAlL7F1P1Ypvl_eF4dKcJVXnN9MXiJ2epnpBNWdm1M45G7gpTHuAa4/s400/shower.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>I've had a slight obsession with outdoor showers for as long as I can remember. Therefore, it didn't come as a major surprise to my whole family, when all I wanted for my 26th birthday from my husband was an outdoor shower. We've had it for 2 full summers so far and I love it more and more each year. <br />
Here's a peak at it...<br />
View from the outside<br />
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</div>Marchlelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17700613414542800937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-920989947311186485.post-31685152549240768642011-07-04T09:45:00.000-07:002011-07-04T09:45:16.673-07:00 How do you celebrate your independence?<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">However you spend your 4th of July, spend it somehow remembering and celebrating how we gained our freedom! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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