The Kinks – Juke Box Music

I am extremely thankful that my dear friend Darby reminded me about how AWESOME this song is!

From the New York Times today – Inspiration

I have posted about Maira Kalman’s work before, but I was really moved by her piece at the New York Times today.   I encourage everyone to go check it out today!  Have a great weekend.

Flight of the Conchords – Sugar Lumps

Only the best new song this year….so far. And the best video. I don’t think Bret & Jemaine have ever looked hotter. Am I right ladies?!

Long Time, No Posting….

I hope you all haven’t missed me too much.  I have been RIDICULOUSLY busy for too long.  Anyhoo, I couldn’t resist posting these gorgeous photos I saw today while perusing this article by Michael Pollan for the New York Times Magazine.  They were all taken by Erwan Frotin for the New York Times.  I would love any of these framed in my dream kitchen someday:

On a side note, if you haven’t read “The Omnivores Delimma” by Michael Pollan, you should.  It is a wonderful and inspiring book.

A Dream Come True….Mad Men

Once again, I apologize for my long absence.  We went on a little trip to Door County, Wisconsin & have spent the rest of the time engrossed in our new little entertainment purchase – Mad Men.  We just finished season one last night & I CANNOT WAIT for the season 2 premiere next weekend.  Everything about this show is fabulous; the acting, direction, casting and writing are all superb.  But what has really been blowing me away is the spectacular set design, props & stunning costumes:

I can’t get over this show.  I almost want to start watching it right away again.  Maybe this time I won’t interrupt every two minutes by squealing over lamps, wall hangings, office equipment, phones, dresses, shoes, & headboards.

I LOVE that headboard.  It almost makes me want to be a 1960’s era housewife.  ALMOST.  I think I’d miss the women’s liberation & the Diet Mountain Dew way too much.  Have a great day & go watch Mad Men right now!!!!

Welcome To The Family!

My Dad sent me pictures of the newest addition to his family, & I couldn’t resist sharing:

Readers, meet Atticus.  Atticus, meet my readers.  How frickin’ cute is he?  I can’t stand it!  I hope you all have a very happy Fourth of July.

Cheers! 

Mariella Designs

Hello!  I’m back again.  I should be able to crank out several posts the next two weeks.  I couldn’t be happier to get back into the groove.  Once again, I’d like to apologize to you, my adorable readers & to Amy Branch, who contacted me before MEMORIAL DAY to post about her gorgeous stationery shop, Mariella Designs.  I was struck by the tasteful elegance of these cards:

Not only are they pretty, but they are printed on recycled paper with inks that are soy based and earth friendly.  Considering my obsession with all things green keeps growing every day, that’s an important incentive for me.  Thanks again for your patience Amy & I hope everybody has a fantastic day.

Cheers!

I Am Alive!

And so frustrated that I have been off the blogging radar.  Things should ease up for me soon at work & I can get back to my regular posts.  In the meantime, I owe you all an apology.  Especially to a wonderful jewelry designer that contacted me TWO MONTHS ago with her gorgeous products.  Stevie Ballow is the creator of Eutectic Jewelry. On her site, eutectic is defined as: ”a substance made of more than one element that has a specific melting temperature, not a temperature range. The formation of a eutectic relies on the concentrations at which the individual elements are mixed; too little or too much or any one element disrupts the balance.”  Her stunning jewelry is a perfect blend of elements:

Aren’t they so pretty?  I’m loving the combination of silver, gold, and the various beads & stones. I highly recommend visiting this unique site.  Hopefully, you will forgive me for my long absence.  Have the best Tuesday ever!!!!

My New Love

I hate to veer to far from my normal interior-design themed posts, but I have to share with you my new love:

I have fallen hard for my new pair of spring shoes.  I can’t get over how comfortable they are, as well as how adorable they look on  my feet.  Too frickin’ cute. 

Inspired by the Moon & Stars…

(Photo from Seed Savers via The New York Times.)

Watermelons!  Yesterday, I became completely transfixed by this photo of the Moon & Stars watermelon accompanying this interesting article in the NY Times Dining & Wine Section.  I haven’t been this fascinated by a fruit since my summer 2006 Prickly Pear cactus obsession:

(Photo via Gateway to Sedona)

Oh, how I love me some Prickly Pear!  I think it’s the deep pink of both the pears & within the core of the melon that I find so very pretty.  Hopefully, this beauty will last you through the weekend.  I’ll be back next week.  Cheers!