scratch that...

Since it's snowing outside and freezing cold-

let's forget about the weekend necessities and share a few of my favorite things!

Winter has finally started- babies are sleeping, big band is being played throughout the house and I am about to sit down with some amazing pomegranate tea.

(a little fyi- I finished the plate of brownies at 5:37p.m. last night- I ended up making them gluten and dairy free so I assumed they just could not possibly be good the next day :)) 

"These are a few of my favorite things!"

I am so not a fan of Oprah, quite frankly cause everything she does is perfect, but I just realized this sounds like that dang show she had.  Ironically enough, I love Martha Stewart.  I use to stalk her apartment by Chelsea pier in nyc- we lived real close.

ok- off subject. Let me get bak-  This is from Sound of Music.

I know there are some fans out there, Brooke?

Things that make me happy!!!

gimme a beach cruiser anytime and I'll make an afternoon of it!

BTW- for those of you who in live in STL, Webster Groves is REALLY hilly.

hmmm... maybe that's why they call them beach cruisers and not hill climbers...

a real nice latte.

whew- I eat it every day.  I love chocolate- but it has to be dark.  Like, 70% or more.

Although if you give me those pretzel m&m's, I'm not sure what's in them- but I have to remember to start buying the small bags- I'll eat the entire bag before I get home.

Walks.

Anytime.

Anywhere.

yep.  still on that sequin quick.

So festive and comfy- really, they are!

paella.

It has to be made just right though- there are a lot of poorly made paella's out there.

When you find a good one, hold on to it!

trees, glorious trees!

scone me!

I love scones- not the ones from starbucks- that's basically a muffin in a triangle shape.  I mean, a real, barely sweet scone.  It's like a biscuit with fruit and a touch of sugar.

mountains- build me a house right here please.

(I only hope there is a target around the corner!!)

falling snow.

yep- I think we are aware of my obsession with snow and the movie White Christmas.

enjoy your weekend-

exactly.  it's funny how we all grow up, huh?

steal, deal, oh my!

steal, deal, oh my! by allykayb featuring a blue t shirt

let it snow!

YAY!  We finally have some winter weather around these parts!  About time!  It's time to get cozy...

Linden, houston and I ventured out into the yard this morning- it was pretty much her first time in the snow- she kept making me "clean" off her boots.  Needless to say, she loved the snow- I guess we're just made for the mountains!

So this was yesterday- notice the light jacket?  it was 53.

And this is today:

"glove me!"

"hmmm... how do I walk in this?"

Houston just wanted to play- hardcore.

now she's getting it...

When we got inside, it really started coming down- the good, big snowflakes.

ahhhh.  I love.

Snowday necessities:

{Linden seriously had the BEST time.  I got out cookie cutters and fondant cutters...best indoor activity}.

 

{trader joe's minestrone soup- I'm not a big fan of store bought soups- I usually make my own, but my oh my, this one is a winner!}

{extreme brownie bars- I've already eaten half, at least I have the afternoon to polish off the rest!}

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Enjoy your weather, "weather" it be snow, ice, or sunshine!!

Just a couple things to put a smile on your face- I happen to think they are quite hilarious.

clever little suckers...

Why didn't I think of that?
...is exactly what you are going to be asking yourself when you see some of the things I have in store for today... for reals, not even joking.

stickers that peel away or will actually wash away in the sink.

I would just label everything for the heck of it.

Could you imagine?

Like my car for instance- ha!  That would be funny.

put this over the seat belt strap for a long ride to gramma's or where ever you may go!

soo comfy.

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Really?  I mean really?  Why did it take this long to come up with this feature?

Do you know how many walks I have been on- all the while forgetting my gloves, pulling my sleeves down just to cover the tops of my hands?  a lot, that's right, a lot.

  Einstein who?  This is genius my friends.

(again- why did I have such a hard time coming up with this one?)

take me to bugaboo!

So cute- take mini mason jars and turn them into sippy cups!!  Love this idea- although you will need some time to pry a hole in the top, but you can use them over and over again.

Great for a babyshower with kids, as I would imagine, these are not so shatterproof, I would not advise for a children's party.

How great would this be at a bbq, getting your child's plate ready?

corn on the cob, no problem.  BOOM.  corn off the cob.

This one is for the germaphobe in all of us.  Not sure that I would need this laying around on my counters BUT if I did need something to ward off germs, this would be it.

This sanitizes cutting boards using UV light, killing up to 99% of germs.

I wish they had one for cleaning bottles.

words to live by

 



love them all- but not that I watch that much tv, but it's such a nice bonding time with the husband- ya know?  So...that actually makes me happy.

monday morning...daaah, daaah, dah, dah, dah, dah, dah...

nope- you're not crazy- it is Tuesday and yes...I was having technical difficulties yesterday.

You know- in our old house we use to get at&t and now we can only get Charter here- blah.  At&t totally rocks.  Their employees are incredibly friendly and it even seems like they care.  Charter- blah.

Needless to say: here was my post for Monday...

So yes, I have finally graduated to the new iphone 4.  I have been carrying my old one around (loud and proud) but it was clearly time to take the next step in life.  This new one is so pretty I must find a new case.  hmmmm... which one to pick?

adorable, right?  you could even use it as a clutch- looks like it might have some room for id, card, and lipgloss.

(photo via etsy.com)

So many of these to choose from- do it yourself or buy it. 

(photo via purlbee.com)

yep- for the trendsetter.  Not only is the pattern amazing but I LOVE the neutral colors.  You know how some people say, when it doubt wear black?  Not me- I say wear a blend of neutrals. 

(photo via society6.com)

How cute!!  This was definitely a top contender for my new case...Hmmm, did I pick it?  I'll tell you at the end :)

(photo via etsy.com)

I mustache you a question?

To choose or nor to choose?  That is the question.

(photo via dannijo.com)

yep.  right on with my glitter obsession, one would have thought it would have ended with the holidays- nope.  My love has only grown stronger.

(photo via society6.com)

throw back.

yes and yes. 

Who wouldn't want their very own cassette case?

It will go perfectly with my cassette dress.  yep- that thing is just as cute.

(photo via karmaloop.com)

wait... did I just mention throwback?  I think this one tops the cake.  ahhhh, a lot of memories for this one!

press play for a good time.

(photo via etsy.com)

This one totally reminds of a little shop on prince st in soho.  I wish I were there now.

(photo via society6.com)

Yes- I love books.  This would be a great kindle case too.

heehee.

Chevron is so big right now from clothing to home decorating.  Classic with an edge. Me likey!

(photo via skinit.com)

Ready to see which one I choose?!?

drum roll, please...

ta dah.

wooden camera.

I totally love it.

Now that we are finished shopping for the day here is a little DIY inspiration.

1) start with any old thing- mine happened to be a hat with a whole lotta buttons.

2) Get a regular t-shirt.  (This is a $10 kids shirt from h&m)  The shirt was just plain.  I took the lace fabric off the hat and used fabric glue to attach to shirt.

3) closer look of the glued fabric.  I happen to just have a fabric pen at home and it was the easiest thing to use!

4) I sewed on each button individually using different color thread for each type of button.

5) close up of finished product.  Took me about 20 minutes.

Here's a pic of my little lady in the shirt. 

(This picture is taken by my very talented sister- Amy Cowles.  Check out her work- http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Cowles-Imaging/133754833365008, )