tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4753824518219616502024-03-13T08:22:30.724-07:00fresh dwellingJenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.comBlogger69125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-22503442739343712952011-08-05T07:34:00.000-07:002011-08-05T07:34:38.490-07:00Bye, bye new... hello 1991!Well, we bit the bullet and made what should be our final move for at least 10-15 years. I know I said that last time, but this time I really, really mean it. <br />
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In a few weeks I'm going to return to blogging as we finish unpacking and commence on the many fun projects that this wonderful house presents.<br />
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Adios Issaquah! <br />
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Velkommen Edmonds!<br />
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Thankfully, this past weekend I found a bit of "Serenity Now!!" at the beach house once the kids were asleep and the sun was setting over the bay. Sigh... Life is good; just need to know when to cry "uncle" every now and then.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-34986164339624113002011-05-06T10:22:00.000-07:002011-05-06T10:22:49.414-07:00Royal Tea Party DetailsThe Royal Wedding of the Century was lovely, sweet, low-key (as much as it could be by royal standards), reflecting the age and personalities of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. I admit that I teared up a few times, though the singing of "Jerusalem" did provide the most shivers.<br />
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Wrapping paper with British themes, used as posters, helped to fill the blank walls (and front door) with cheerful colors. I was thrilled with this discovery at <a href="http://www.paper-source.com/">Paper Source</a> in the 11th Hour. <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Crisp white vases on the mantle and serving tables filled with red roses, red tulips, hypericum berries, and red alstromeria. The tea pot (above) is part of the <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=rosanna&Category_Code=1241">Rosanna Kings Road</a> collection. Rather than using it in its traditional manner, I decided to fill it with flowers. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">A friend and fellow Anglophile brought along the cream to make clotted cream with our orange-current scones. I love the jar! It'll make a terrific vase.</div><br />
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**Per my usual m.o., I didn't have a chance to take photos of everything set up, including the food table, but I'm going to harass a friend who did to pass along some shots from when the tea party was in full swing.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-78160282740855150972011-04-06T14:35:00.000-07:002011-04-06T14:35:24.373-07:00Dreaming of Summer at the BeachThe infamous beach house is in the final stage of completion before we can actually stay there overnight. Movers are emptying storage units and various vendors are tweaking this and that. <br />
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In the spirit of the beach, sand, and tons of sunshine, here are a few things that recently caught my eye :<br />
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Fun artwork seen at the Waikiki outpost of the fantastic, <a href="http://www.sandpeople.com/">Sand People</a>. I wish I could've got the full list of "Rules" in this shot, but these will have to do. <br />
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Adorable bags in various sizes by <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_apparel?_encoding=UTF8&node=1036592&field-brandtextbin=Bungalow">Bungalow 360</a>. This Jellyfish pattern is so whimsical, but with a preppy twist. Some of the other patterns are heavier on the prep. <br />
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Yesterday I swung by my<a href="http://www.commonfolkco.com/"> favorite store on the Eastside</a> and spied these gorgeous hor d'oeuvres picks by Two's Company. I imagine these will make a terrific (and thematic) housewarming gift once the beach house is up and running this next week. <br />
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And what about the coordinating wine cork? A lighthouse, life-ring, sand-dollar and shell are also available.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-16213373722775153802011-03-29T15:11:00.000-07:002011-03-29T21:02:10.677-07:00Return of the ProdigalWe had an outstanding holiday in Hawaii earlier this month, relishing in the constant warm weather (80s every day) and mostly sunny skies. Being from Seattle, March is a trying month around here. One can handle only so much gray, drizzle, and mold before going a little bonkers.<br />
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My post-holiday return to blogging was also impacted a bit by the horrific earthquake and tsunami in Japan. My heart, like many, has been heavy with the tragic news flowing in every day. We were very fortunate to have little impact on our actual vacation (and safety), besides closed beaches the morning after the earthquake. <br />
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On a trivial note, yesterday I received a little package from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/HeyYoYo">Hey Yo Yo</a> that I've been impatiently waiting for since last week - a few more items to add to my party-planning supplies for the Royal Wedding tea party in a month. <br />
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The sweet little business card tucked in with the purchase<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Now onto my project of making Union Jack Bunting. I already hit up my <a href="http://www.craftsandframes.com/">favorite craft store</a> for paper products, and now just need to carve time in my schedule to wield my x-acto knife safely away from the small fry. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-69821458543019355842011-03-10T17:19:00.000-08:002011-03-10T17:19:09.466-08:00Hiatus in Hawaii - Hang Loose... We'll be back soon!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-rcGOnI8ZKbo/TXl4Q9qbURI/AAAAAAAAC3c/5jUfuwBqSLU/s1600/P1010273.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-rcGOnI8ZKbo/TXl4Q9qbURI/AAAAAAAAC3c/5jUfuwBqSLU/s320/P1010273.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-32419441826811165492011-02-21T15:36:00.000-08:002011-02-21T15:36:56.848-08:00A great birthday weekend & a great mealWhat a lovely birthday weekend! The husband and I did get a chance to celebrate by ourselves Sunday afternoon at one of my favorite restaurants, <a href="http://www.bastilleseattle.com/">Bastille</a>. Brunch was fantastic: French 75, Croque Madame, Lavendar scented french toast with hazelnuts, and topped off with Caffe Fiore coffee. Sigh... <br />
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Fantastic nautical inspired bags by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/bayanhippo?ref=top_trail">Banyon Hippo</a> on <a href="http://www.aroomsomewhere.net/2011/02/sailor-bag.html">A Room Somewhere:</a><br />
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<span id="goog_2073088013"></span><span id="goog_2073088014"></span>Chic and affordable mommy calling cards at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/thepinwheelpress?section_id=7295557">Pinwheelpress</a>. Which one do I get?<br />
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Flipping through <a href="http://www.pageflipper.com/Catalogue/351364f5cc8446d8a29774525b7d38ca">Adore Home Magazine</a> - Vivienne Westwood's Union Jack rug for the <a href="http://www.therugcompany.info/designer-collection/vivienne-westwood/vw-flag.htm">Rug Company</a> from and center on the cover of February/March 2011. <br />
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Wishing I had a moment this weekend to pop into this fantastic show by <a href="http://comejunkwithus.com/?page_id=793/">Come Junk with Us</a> - "Ruffles and Rust" at the Monroe State Fairgrounds. Had a blast there in the fall and felt so inspired.<br />
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Looking forward to a birthday brunch <a href="http://www.bastilleseattle.com/">here </a>with my hubs on Sunday while the kids run wild with my parents. A stroll in the wonderful farmer's market to follow. C'est magnifique!Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-67716919505451296362011-02-14T21:23:00.000-08:002011-02-14T21:23:48.228-08:00Made in England<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Here are a few of my latest obsessions that stem from my love of England. With the royal wedding of Will & Kate coming up soon, my brain has turned to these nostalgic designs:<br />
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First, the fantastic hand screen printed wallpaper by <a href="http://www.lizzieallen.co.uk/wallpapers_2008/wallpapers_2009.html">Lizzie Allen</a>. We have yet to paint or paper any of our walls in the new house, even though we just passed the year mark since our move. However, if I had a spare chunk of change hanging around, I would instantly place my order for one of the following prints to grace at least one room in my house. <br />
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</tbody></table>My gut tells me that I would go with this "Red Buses, Black Cabs" print for our powder room <br />
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</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Really get into the spirit of the spring royal wedding with this version of the Made in England mugs. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QrAPhadjjtQ/TVR25AywhqI/AAAAAAAAC0o/zuk46RSbkzA/s1600/Made+in+England+China+Cups.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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Perhaps a nice addition to the other <a href="http://freshdwelling.blogspot.com/2010/12/royal-wedding.html">many chic and fun items</a> available both in the UK and stateside for late-night (or will it be early morning?) wedding viewing on TV. Thank goodness for the DVR.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-47546288997681082552011-02-14T15:19:00.000-08:002011-02-14T15:19:35.295-08:00Valentine's Day<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>We love Valentine's Day around here. In fact, we love any holiday that has an emphasis on hugs, kisses and chocolate. While zipping around the Internet, checking out my list of favorite blogs, I saw this adorable (and most importantly easy) dessert at <a href="http://youaremyfave.com/choco-bowls-of-love-are-my-fave/">You Are My Fav</a>: <br />
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</tbody></table>I made the chocolate shells yesterday with tiny Reynolds Wrap heart cake tins that I bought last year and (typically) forgot about. We'll see if I have the time to make a few Valentine Flags like these... if I dare get up from typing and watching re-runs of Sex and the City while kids are napping. <br />
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The kids are going to love this dessert!Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-38117298123955511702011-02-05T16:27:00.000-08:002011-02-05T16:27:53.073-08:00A small addition to the kids' bathI mentioned recently that I found the <a href="http://freshdwelling.blogspot.com/2011/01/i-spy-amazing-shower-curtain.html">best shower curtain</a> in the land for the kids bathroom at our house. Not long after that I happened upon this fantastic painting at a favorite children's store/ toy store in the area called <a href="http://www.cfkidsonline.com/">Common Folk for Kids</a>. Took all of 3 minutes to convince myself it'd be a great addition to our bathroom. Voila!<br />
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ps - the main store, <a href="http://www.commonfolkco.com/">Common Folk, Co</a>. is one of my favorite stores in the whole greater-Seattle area.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-76835788340458014992011-02-05T16:18:00.000-08:002011-02-05T16:18:46.049-08:00Another Banner - for Valentine's DayI love making holiday banners for the kids. In an instant, our home goes from everyday to a "big" celebration. This time I chose some little less than traditional colored papers from my favorite craft store, and then added a few die-cut letters and hearts to add lots of love to our home. Happy Valentine's Day!!!<br />
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But, life is good. Just yesterday I put a party in a bag and lugged it to my son's last day of speech therapy: graduation day after 10 months of hard work. I'm so proud of him. <br />
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Anyhow, while clicking around <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/dc/adian-and-daves-earnestly-quirky-home-house-tour-136556">Apartment Therapy</a> last week, I spied an adorable <a href="http://gallery.apartmenttherapy.com/photo/adiananddave/item/213590">shower curtain</a>:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo from Apartment Therapy</td></tr>
</tbody></table>I was pleasantly surprised to find that this super-fun shower curtain was found at <a href="http://www.target.com/Home-Vista-Tree-Shower-Curtain/dp/B002CZCBM6/ref=br_1_2?ie=UTF8&id=Home%20Vista%20Tree%20Shower%20Curtain&node=726471011&searchSize=90&searchView=list&searchPage=1&sr=1-2&qid=1295497880&rh=&searchBinNameList=target_com_category-bin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Cmaterial_type%2Cpattern_name-bin&searchRank=pmrank&frombrowse=1">Target </a>and still available. A few clicks later, and it was on its way. <br />
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</tbody></table>The kids love the little squirrels and owls in the charming forest, and it adds just the right amount of life and color to the drab, albeit brand new, kids bath. Who needs paint in there now? At least not for another year...Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-78525237575199478882011-01-14T21:17:00.000-08:002011-01-14T21:17:14.551-08:00TangentsWhilst checking out the happenings of life on my <a href="http://www.myballard.com/">old neighborhood blog</a>, I found myself doing the typical clicking that led me to a few things that made me happy.<br />
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First, I went to a sister blog that highlights the best Gumbo in the city, <a href="http://www.whereyaatmatt.com/">Where Ya At</a>. I love gumbo. I had a favorite spot just up the street from our previous home, the<a href="http://www.seattlealehouses.com/74th/index.asp"> 74th St Ale House</a>. This new gumbo "hot spot" is actually made, served and sold in one of the ever popular mobile food trucks that roam the streets of the greater Seattle area. <br />
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I can't wait to escape from the 'burbs and order a serving of this apparently excellent curbside creole grub. <br />
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Well, next I found out that one of the locations for <a href="http://www.whereyaatmatt.com/">Where Ya At </a>is at the Georgetown Trailer Park Mall. Georgetown is a industrial community in between Boeing Field and downtown Seattle. A recent trip to the neighborhood for an amazing dining experience at the <a href="http://www.thecorsonbuilding.com/about/index.php">Corson Building</a> certainly opened my eyes to the new shops, cafes, restaurants and bars that have popped up all over. <br />
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</tbody></table>Now, back to the Trailer Park Mall. I don't know much about it, but what an interesting concept. Clear the expensive overhead of a building and create a shop on wheels. If the food industry can do it, why not clothing, crafts, arts, etc. I look forward to a jaunt, minus the small fry. <br />
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I wonder if my suburban neighborhood would be open to mobile stores in the form of trailers...Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-51217337787306812992011-01-10T22:09:00.000-08:002011-01-11T07:03:31.558-08:00Ten on Ten - January 2011 <br />
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However I spied the following items yesterday while flipping through the latest round of spring catalogs and had to chuckle. Are we now on a Ferris Wheel trend in decorating? <br />
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* all photos above from respective websitesJenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-56107206897701491232010-12-28T21:47:00.000-08:002010-12-28T21:47:36.334-08:00Cleanup, cleanup, everybody, everywhere...Our Christmas was lovely and special, especially because of the kids' delight in the gifts and wonder of the holiday. However, I couldn't wait to take down our skinny, tinder-dry tree that was quickly becoming a giant match. <br />
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As of 5 pm today, all Christmas items are boxed up in their green and red Rubbermaid containers, waiting by the backdoor for my hubby to haul them downstairs to the storage area under the house. Feels like spring cleaning has begun!Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-15244980228028155442010-12-24T15:54:00.000-08:002010-12-24T15:54:25.578-08:00Merry Christmas!Feeling grateful to celebrate Christ's birth with joy and freedom, unlike some of many parts of the world. I sure love this <a href="http://www.news24.com/World/News/S-Korea-Christmas-tree-sign-of-propaganda-20101222">photo</a> (below) of the Christmas tree on South Korea's border with North Korea. Though antagonizing some up north, I bet it also gives hope to many more. Merry Christmas!<br />
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Let's start with the proper dinnerware -- the lovely <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=rosanna&Category_Code=5121">King's Road</a> pattern from Rosanna. I scored 8 dessert plates and a teapot at the annual winter warehouse sale a few weeks back. What a perfect foundation for delicious tea sandwiches and sweets. <br />
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Rosanna Bowles, the lovely and gracious designer at her annual warehouse sale. <br />
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</div>One must be propped up from behind while watching the wedding on TV with the appropriate cushions. These wonderful two pillows are a few of many found on Etsy:<br />
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Somewhere in this tea party, I'd easily find a use for these cute <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62777196/british-themed-cupcake-toppers-set-of-10">cupcake toppers</a>, another Etsy find by the Blissful Baker. Pop them into mini fruit tarts, finger sandwiches, or heaven forbid, cupcakes. <br />
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Since I'm always a fan of bunting for whichever holiday or celebration, the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61992558/union-jack-bunting-in-red-white-and-blue?ref=sr_gallery_4&ga_search_query=union+jack+bunting&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&order=&includes[0]=tags&includes[1]=title&filter[0]=handmade">following</a> would be perfect! <br />
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</tbody></table></div>The royal wedding commemorative china has been released and available <a href="http://blog.visitlondon.com/2010/12/official-royal-wedding-china-launched-at-buckingham-palace/">for sale now</a>. Thank goodness my birthday is between now and the wedding so that I might possibly receive a plate for a present (hint, hint). <br />
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And, finally, to finish things off, I'll stop by a local British restaurant/store/caterer for a few items like meat pies and clotted cream. Thank you <a href="http://www.thebritishpantryltd.com/index.php">British Pantry</a> for making it so easy! <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VhQdtzhSVR8/TQWqSTDF_jI/AAAAAAAACuw/f_Q0rfh0vqk/s1600/Trader+Joes+Cookbook+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VhQdtzhSVR8/TQWqSTDF_jI/AAAAAAAACuw/f_Q0rfh0vqk/s320/Trader+Joes+Cookbook+2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>I'll confess to being a Trader Joes junkie - I do the bulk of my shopping there every week and love the many meals that are mostly prepped or cooked for my life with two busy toddlers. I'm looking forward to sneaking more peeks at the recipes offered in these books.Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-53276616923004626352010-12-10T16:55:00.000-08:002010-12-10T16:55:31.126-08:00Ten on Ten - December 2010A busy but good day around here - preschool drop-off, pottery warehouse sale, kids museum, preschool pick-up, etc, etc. Glad to be a part of <a href="http://tenontenphotojournal.blogspot.com/">Ten on Ten</a> this month! <br />
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</a></div>Mark your calendars for this Friday. And send me a reminder. It's one of those weeks when I just might forget until late in the game about <a href="http://tenontenphotojournal.blogspot.com/">Ten on Ten</a>. Jenniferhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14180340156725340444noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-475382451821961650.post-61949917012081322072010-12-07T13:18:00.000-08:002010-12-07T13:18:52.485-08:00Thomas Paul - Please decorate our beach house!This past spring I spied these lovely items featured on a blog (I apologize, I can't find which one sparked the interest) by Thomas Paul. Immediately I thought of my parents' still under construction <a href="http://freshdwelling.blogspot.com/2010/09/beach-cottage-art.html">beach house</a>. My father has a love for the sea and appreciates the artistry of scrimshaw, collecting some special items of his own. Perhaps I'll forgo the items I already purchased for him for Christmas and snag a couple of these below at <a href="http://www.velocityartanddesign.com/thomas-paul-c-746.html?view=all&all=true">Velocity Art and Design</a>. Thank goodness he doesn't check this blog!<br />
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* All photos from Velocity Art and Design website<br />
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