Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Beautiful Berkshires

Time seems to stand still in the beautiful Berkshires.
Everything is just prettier and more peaceful. 
My husband and I found ourselves in Lee, MA this past weekend surrounded by beauty and LOTS of floral. We checked into this amazingly quaint superbly decorated Bed and Breakfast called The Federal House Inn a charming spot for authentic hospitality and just some R&R. 
We visited with friends who own a pretty horse farm then headed to dinner at one of the oldest and most picturesque Inn's; The Red Lion Inn, Widow Binghams Tavern where the food and dining experience was everything expected from such a historical gem.
 Our last day in the hills we just ventured out on hiking trails and took in nature.
"take big breathes"- husband











Friday, January 18, 2013

Fun Finds Friday

I could spend hours just browsing through pinterest and etsy... ok I will let you in on my secret, I HAVE spent hours on both websites! I come across some of the most amazing unique stuff! Checkout some of the coolest and cutest!! If you are on pinterest hit me up lets, follow!


Super Bouncy Ball Ottoman Foot Rest
How awesome is this!?!?! 
An foot ottoman made from bouncy balls, so COOL!

Set a Romantic Mood: Furniture, Art, Rugs, Lighting, & More - Gilt Home.
When I was a kid I always wanted a couch just like this!

Fine art Print - Abstract City Rain - from oil painting by Karen Tarlton - impressionistic modern art
how beautiful is this painting, its raining color 

READY TO SHIP clock wall art, made from recycled magazines, colorful, unique
Super cool clock made from recycled magazines
clock wall art- shop colorstorydesigns on etsy


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Fancy Feet Doggie
what a cuteie, pinned on Pinterest

Happy Friday, three day weekend y'all!!!





Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Chunky Oatmeal cookies

I was craving cookies last weekend, but not just any cookies... HOMEMADE gooie oatmeal cookies! So was born my "Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Chunky Oatmeal cookies". OMG perfect!
You have to try this!

Here's what you need
1 Cup chunky peanut butter
1 Cup brown sugar
1 Cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 Cup melted butter
2 Cups quick cook oatmeal
2 Cups all purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
Peanut Butter Chips (as much as your hear desires)
 Mini Chocolate Chips (as much as your hear desires)

1. preheat oven to 350ยบ bake; grease cookie sheet
2. mix peanut butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, 
butter in large bowl using electric mixer 
3. in smaller bowl hand mix quick oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt 
4. Combine all ingredients gradually
5. mix in chocolate chips and peanut butter chips 
6. Plop heaping Tsp size dough onto your cookie sheet! I did 3 rows 4 plops each row 
7. Pop in the oven, 11min. 
8. Enjoy!!!! ;)








Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Romantic Vintage



There is something so romantic about listening to older generations tell childhood stories. I absolutely love looking through photographs of the past, seeing history. No matter what the subject, it just always seems more glamorous when things are vintage. I'm now obsessed with the show American Pickers on the History Channel . The 2 guys on the show have an awesome job... they travel through the back country of america  seeking out history from peoples basements and garages, its such a great show to check out!


American Pickers; Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz
1950's shoes by Roger Vivier. Image by Masayuki HayashiStock Image: Gumball machine from an old store in 1950. Image: 15292631
Red Rotary Dial Telephone Vintage Phone
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Blue cat eye glasses 2 tone vintage cateye eyeglassesCoffee Pot, Vintage Enamelware,  Graniteware Pot, French Blue - Splatterware - Blue and White
50s dress - clementine shimmer party dress

1970, car, cityscape, flower, pink, vintage





polka dot heels
gumball machine
VW van
green stove
american pickers
pink toy chevy
red telephone
eye glasses
coffee pot
vintage pink dress

Monday, January 14, 2013

The Goldens of the Globes

Let me be totally honest when is comes to award shows the only thing that 
I'm interested in is the fashion. Checking out all the beautiful celebs drenched and draped in luxurious gowns and dazzling jewels. Last night at the Golden Globes there were a few lookers...checkout some of my favorites.


Jennifer Lopez this dress just looks PERFECT on her!

Naomi Watts in Zac Posen, such a gorgeous color on her,
the back of this dress is the show stopper.


Michelle Dockery @ 2013 Golden Globes
Michelle Dockery flawless beauty, classy emerald & diamond drop earrings


Kelly Osbourne Zac Posen Dress 2013 Golden Globe Awards 1 Fabulously Spotted: Kelly Osbourne Wearing Zac Posen   2013 Golden Globe Awards
Kelly Osbourne another Zac Posen girl! I adore her lavender hair,
she looks so beautiful!


Taylor SwiftTaylor Swift at the 2013 Golden Globes
Taylor Swift looks great in purple, LOVE her earrings



Jessica Alba looking beautiful in Oscar De La Renta, I think she is my fave for the night.
The dress is stunning on her, the bag is super cute and the jewels are amazing!!!

Overall I have to say these ladies looked lovely.
All the rest must be saving the pretty for Oscar ;)



Friday, January 11, 2013

Favorites on this Friday

Favorites on this Friday...well for one, Freedom!!!! 
Yes. Being free from my corporate, cube bunny, meeting hopping work week
 is definitely one of my favorites today! Along with a few other things 
that I plan to indulge in this weekend!

 Happy Friday All... think how awesome your weekend will be. ;)

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My Favorite sweats, if I could live the rest of my life in these.... I think I just might.
They are hands down THE most cozy, comfies! Shop- VS Hoodie & VS Pant

Cinnamon Dolce Latte
After a long long looong work week my favorite
thing to sip on is a Cinnamon dolce latte 




My most Favoite on a Friday... a BIG FAT SMILE!!!




Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Slow Cookin

If you don't own a slower cooker aka crock pot... you need to stop everything and buy one right after you read this post. Slow cookin is the best cookin! For one... no matter how great or how horrible a cook you are the crock pot doesn't discriminate....your meal will come out perfectly fine, pretty much every time. All you need to do is toss all your ingredients into the pot turn that baby on and !taaa-daaa! hours later an amazing home cooked meal. Another up side to slow cookin is you just let your dish cook while your out shopping or working and when you get back home from an exhausting day all you need to do is pop open the wine and serve your slow cooked meal. Checkout some crock pot shopping and some delicious recipes.
Happy Cookin!
Crock-Pot Patterned Slow Cooker 4.5-qt.





Breville Slow Cooker with Easy Sear®, Model # BSC560XL


Easy Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork


Slow Cooker Rosemary Chicken

Nutty Pumpkin-Pie Pudding Triple Chocolate-Peanut Butter Pudding Cake

Monday, January 7, 2013

Wild West Beauty

My kind of Wild Wild West.
Beautiful horses, gorgeous style, & funky finds

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hippie new
357 Magnum Hair Dryer.  Vintage Novelty Pistol Gun Hairdryer