Thursday, July 30, 2009

So I was just talking to my sister yesterday and she said she was at the mall and that she absolutely hated...HATED...all the fashion that was gracing the stores fronts. I have to agree somewhat. I dislike the 80's garb that has trickled back into our wardrobes, especially into the wardrobe of the tween population. Part of the reason for the massive dislike is that these tweens are coming to this fashion second hand. They were not part of the 80's, nor do they have any idea what life was like in the 80's. They just see these images, that are "VINTAGE" to them and what probably started out as a joke and it caught on like wild fire. Let's be honest, the 80's did not produce good fashion....we all know it yet people feel like it is the "cool" thing to do and so people are copying images...struggling to find some kind of identity in their look. I just wanted to give my opinion on this "new" look, hey kids, this look has been done, it's a has been and you look like every other pre-pubescent awkward child with your bright colored checkered flannel and ugly plastic sunglasses. Oh, and just for the record, men in skinny jeans look disgusting and ridiculous.
So, now that I have that rant out of my system, please enjoy some retro art found on photobucket.

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This is not my moto ... Pictures, Images and Photos
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RETRO ART

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retro art Pictures, Images and Photos
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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Eye on the Prize

We all work very hard, 7 days a week. Sure 5 of those days are at the office, but the two days you are not at the office, generally speaking, you are probably working around your house, picking up after, feeding, doing the laundry, going grocery shopping, picking up your dry cleaning for your husband and children. Some days it just feels like it is never going to end. And really, it isn't. Those are just the facts of life. BUT, my friends, it is important to keep your eyes on the prize. For when you do get to take a vacation, induldge in relaxation, you should really just stop working. I thought I would post some inspiration. These pictures should remind you that some day, you can relax and just lay. These pictures remind you, when the sacred time comes for a vacation, kick your feet up and chill because you have earned it!










Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Who knew I would be blogging about stools (insert dirty mind here) :). They are a nice way to add a splash of color to any room. I bought a teal ceramic stool at Marshals for the steal price of $29.00. STOKED! It looks exactly like the one below. However, the stool below is priced at $279.00 (YIKES)

This can be found at: Misty Blue Garden Stool





This Goldfish stool is at Overstock for 89.99.
You can buy it here:


This cute yellow stool is at Overstock for 125.99
You can buy it here:
Flower Yellow Stool



I heart blue so much. I found this little Ocean Blue Dragonfly Stool that is $121.49
You can buy it here:
And for those of you have so much moola (cause you know we all have wads of cash burning through our 7 year old jeans) here are some super pricey stools (ha ha, I said stool again).



Misty Blue Dragon Medallion Stool
You can buy it here for a whopping $608.22




This last group of stools is called the Tuscan Garden Stools 18h
You can buy it here for $178.76

And in closing this blog I hope I instilled in you two things:
  1. You can find a cute stool in any price range. For those of you who are on a super tight budget like myself, go to places like Target, Marshals, Overstock and Amazon. You might just find exactly what you are looking for at a fraction of the price.
  2. No matter how old you get, saying the word stool is always funny!

Oh how times have changed ladies





I probably take it for granted on a daily basis that there was a time when women could not vote, could not be taken seriously, were not considered a man's equal and were expected to live according to a man's standard. It is 2009 and pretty much every woman I know is independent, highly educated, hold great jobs, are serious athletes, bring home the bacon, raise their children and speak their minds. We are opinionated juggling super beings.

Look at how times have changed in the last 50 years. Today I thought I would post some funny articles about the differences of a 1950's housewife vs. today's housewife.
Guide to being a good house wife, an article from Home Economics For Women In The 1950's

1. Have dinner ready: Plan ahead, even the night before, to have a delicious meal on time. This is a way of letting him know that you have been thinking about him, and are concerned about his needs. Most men are hungry when they come home and the prospects of a good meal are part of the warm welcome needed.

2. Prepare yourself: Take 15 minutes to rest so you will be refreshed when he arrives. Touch up your make-up, put a ribbon in your hair and be fresh looking. He has just been with a lot of work- weary people. Be a little gay and a little more interesting. His boring day may need a lift.

3. Clear away the clutter. Make one last trip through the main part of the house just before your husband arrives, gathering up school books, toys, paper, etc. Then run a dust cloth over the tables. Your husband will feel he has reached a haven of rest and order, and it will give you a lift, too.

4. Prepare the children: Take a few minutes to wash the children's hands and faces if they are small, comb their hair, and if necessary, change their clothes.They are little treasures and he would like to see them playing the part.

5. Minimize the noise: At the time of his arrival, eliminate all noise of washer, dryer, dishwasher or vacuum. Try to encourage the children to be quiet. Be happy to see him. Greet him with a warm smile and be glad to see him.

6. Things to avoid: Don't greet him with problems or complaints. Don't complain if he's late for dinner. Count this as minor compared with what he might have gone through that day.

7. Make him comfortable: Have him lean back in a comfortable chair or suggest he lie down in the bedroom. Have a cool or warm drink ready for him. Arrange his pillow and offer to take off his shoes. Speak in a low, soft, soothing and pleasant voice. Allow him to relax and unwind.

8. Listen to him: You may have a dozen things to tell him, but the moment of his arrival is not the time. Let him talk first.

9. Make the evening his: Never complain if he does not take you out to dinner or to other places of entertainment; instead, try to understand his world of strain and pressure, his need to be home and relax.

10. The goal: Try to make your home a place of peace and order where your husband can relax.


Have dinner ready once a week: Plan ahead, even five minutes before, to have a delicious meal -- stop at Taco Bell on the way home. The rest of the week, scrounge food from fridge and cupboards. Spagettios are quick and easy. Tell your husband that you have been thinking about him and are concerned about his needs and would he please make himself a sandwich because you are too tired. Most men are hungry when they come home, so ignore their whining and point them toward the fridge.

Prepare yourself: Leave him with the kids one night and go shopping. You have just been with a lot of work-weary people. Your boring day may need a lift.
Clear away the clutter: Kick magazines, papers, and mail off the coffee table so you can eat off it while you watch TV. Have the remote handy. Your husband will feel he has reached a haven of rest and order, and it will give you a lift too.

Prepare the children: If you both need a break, send them to Grandma's house in another state. If Grandma won't take them, take a few minutes tie children's hands and feet, and don't forget the gag. Tell them you are playing Cops and Robbers and you will free them as soon as their lawyer arrives. Usually, they will fall asleep before you come to untie them hours later. Your husband will think you are a genius, but don't expect flowers.
Minimize all noise: At the time of his arrival, eliminate all noise of the washer, dryer, dishwasher, or vacuum. Ha ha! just kidding. We know you don't possibly have time to do laundry or vacuum. That stuff will have to wait until your next 3-day weekend. If you want things quiet, turn the TV down. Try to encourage the children to be quiet (See Cops and Robbers, above). Be happy to see him if he stopped to rent videos. Greet him with a warm smile and be glad to see him. If he doesn't seem equally glad to see you, start an argument. Since things are nice and quiet, he will be sure to hear you.

Some don'ts: Don't greet him with problems or complaints. He doesn't understand what you mean. This will lead to an argument. Don't complain if he's late for dinner, unless he was supposed to pick it up on his way home. Have a cool or warm drink ready for him (same thing you're drinking unless his preference is different). Speak in a low, soft, soothing and pleasant voice. This will alarm him and he will wonder if he has forgotten your anniversary or birthday. You could get a present out of it. Allow him to relax and unwind before mentioning that it's his turn to take the kids to the dentist.

Listen to him:You may have a dozen things to tell him, but the moment of his arrival is not the time. Let him talk first. This will placate his ego. His six words won't take long, then you can yammer his ear off with the knowledge that he will ignore you, anyway, since Hard Copy is doing a series on Hooters in Hawaii.

Make the evening yours: Complain if he does not take you out to dinner or to other places of entertainment. If that doesn't work, leave. Go out to dinner yourself. After a few evenings alone with the kids, he'll see the wisdom of your words. The

goal: Try to make your bathroom a place of peace and order where you can renew yourself in body and spirit. Calgon, take me away!




Monday, July 27, 2009

My DIY art project







Well, I finally finished the canvas' for over my couch in the living room. Yes, they kind of look like a 5 year did them, but I swear I worked very hard on these. Those darn branch decals were absolute hell on wheels to get on the canvas. The sticky paper just kept sticking together and at one point, I just had a huge ball of sticky paper in my hand and was struggling like a fly caught in fly paper. It was ridiculous though I couldn't help laughing at myself in between curse words.

TJ border crossing mural




Happy Monday to you! I wanted to post two pictures I took while sitting in the car, waiting to cross the border back into the U.S. from Mexico. It struck me as quite odd and peculiar when I saw this mural...none the less, I absolutely cheered when I saw all the unicorns running through the rainbows. How super fab are these? GO Mexicano Mural makers...You made my 2 hour sit in the car on a 90 degree day just to get back into my country totally worth it.

Sunday, July 26, 2009

Oh how I love these inviting porches




I love these cozy porches...It makes me want to drink a beer, chat with friends and enjoy the weather.