Chicago is once again plunged into a bevy of winter weather activity! It stinks. Big Guy and I were in traffic for two and a half hours today on the way to work. As soon as I got into the office I felt like it was time to leave again for my 11:30 doctor appointment.
On that front, it looks like everything is tracking correctly and everything seems normal. Baby's head is down- which was no surprise to me since I think I feel it sometimes- and he seems like the right size! I am a different story. I have gained almost 10 lbs in the past two weeks! my pants are actually a bit snug now in the rear and they have been baggy and saggy the whole time! I know that the last 4 weeks of pregnancy is not the time to worry about being thin, but you just hate to see that scale jump so much!
Additionally, Big guy and I watched an instructional DVD last night about how to work our new Canon 50D. I know this makes us complete dorks, but it is a really informative DVD, it isn't boring and the whole things actually explains all of the tricky stuff like aperture and depth of field and shutter speed in a way that you can absorb. If anyone has a Canon that they would like to learn more about I would recommend the series of instructional DVDs- I am pretty sure he has them for all the different models and I think it was around $20. This is MUCH cheaper than some of the very expensive classes that are out there. I am really enjoying learning about this, and hope that it can be a mini hobby for Big guy and me.
Tomorrow is supposed to be really cold here and we have relaxed start times and departure times at work so that we can avoid the cold and stay safe on the roads- Big Guy just called and told me about a deal at whole foods where you get pizza on Wednesday nights for $11 or something like that. Last night there was a deal for a whole chicken for $5 and we stopped to get that- it was pretty good, but all I got was one breast and Big Guy ate the whole rest of the chicken!!! Does that seem right! I am the one who is eating for me and the baby- I should get more food! Big guy is such a human garbage disposal sometimes. I suppose I shouldn't complain-I made myself a whole huge plate of broccoli and he did buy me chocolate gelato which I very much enjoyed.
Sorry about the random post- I wasn't overly inspired today and just felt like rambling. i hope everyone is staying warm!
(By the way- message for Well I do Declare- I can't get into your blog- you may have to resend my invite if it is not too much trouble.)
Showing posts with label Midwest Prep Info. Show all posts
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Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
32 Weeks!
I can't believe that I am 32 weeks along! It seems like just yesterday that I told you all that I was going to have a baby! It has been a roller coaster so far, but I can't complain. I have managed to avoid many of the really hard parts of pregnancy that so many people have to deal with and I am so lucky to be pregnant at the right time for me-many people get pregnant too soon or have to go through a lot of waiting a frustration before it happens for them and I think of them whenever I am feeling sorry for my big fat bloated self and remember how lucky I am.
At this point- my little preppy baby is around 4 lbs and 19 inches long. He is moving around so much at this point that I sometimes worry that he must be huge! He feels very strong, and rolls and turns and kicks and pushes and generally seems like he is having a wild time inside my belly. I am very excited to see him soon and can't wait to hold him.
I recently found out that my cousin and his wife are also expecting a baby- they are due in may- and I am very excited that our group of cousins has started having kids- I think it will be so much fun to see them all grow up together. Although they live in NYC, I hope our children grow up to be great friends.
We have been busy getting ready for the Holiday that seems to be sneaking up on us really quickly! Budgets are tight this year, so i have been trying to come up with thoughtful and or handmade gifts for family members. I had the idea of doing a dinner exchange with Big Guy's sister. Instead of giving each other presents, each couple could cook be in charge of an interactive night of cooking. Since both couples love to cook, I thought this might be a fun way to spend time together while doing an activity that we enjoy. For my parents, I was planning to make them matching T-shirts with our preppy baby's name on them- I know it sounds strange, but that is what my dad wants, so who am I to argue. The tricky ones are Big Guy's parents! I wish preppy baby was going to be born in time for Christmas so that I could just give framed pictures of him- but no... I will have to think of something else...any ideas?
What are you all getting for your in-laws?
At this point- my little preppy baby is around 4 lbs and 19 inches long. He is moving around so much at this point that I sometimes worry that he must be huge! He feels very strong, and rolls and turns and kicks and pushes and generally seems like he is having a wild time inside my belly. I am very excited to see him soon and can't wait to hold him.
I recently found out that my cousin and his wife are also expecting a baby- they are due in may- and I am very excited that our group of cousins has started having kids- I think it will be so much fun to see them all grow up together. Although they live in NYC, I hope our children grow up to be great friends.
We have been busy getting ready for the Holiday that seems to be sneaking up on us really quickly! Budgets are tight this year, so i have been trying to come up with thoughtful and or handmade gifts for family members. I had the idea of doing a dinner exchange with Big Guy's sister. Instead of giving each other presents, each couple could cook be in charge of an interactive night of cooking. Since both couples love to cook, I thought this might be a fun way to spend time together while doing an activity that we enjoy. For my parents, I was planning to make them matching T-shirts with our preppy baby's name on them- I know it sounds strange, but that is what my dad wants, so who am I to argue. The tricky ones are Big Guy's parents! I wish preppy baby was going to be born in time for Christmas so that I could just give framed pictures of him- but no... I will have to think of something else...any ideas?
What are you all getting for your in-laws?
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Things I love right now...non-baby related
Pumpkin Soup, or anything pumpkin for that matter, bread, ravioli, cheesecake, pasta creme sauce, infused butter, jam, ice cream, candles, decor....I am in autumnal heaven.
Longchamp's Le Pliage Navy Medium Tote. It is only about $100-$130 and I don't know why I don't already own it. Pennies are being pinched these days, however, and every time I go to get one for myself I think of a thousand other things I should be spending money on before this...but I love it!!! Maybe this could be on my Christmas list.
Gap's Cozy Sweater from last year---I have it in Black and one in Ivory, but they are are ratty because I wore them so often. I was hoping to get new ones this year- BUT I CAN"T FIND THEM AT GAP!!!!!!!!!!! KIKI WHERE ARE THEY---PLEASE HELP!!! Tell Gap to bring them back!!! I need a LONG BLACK TURTLENECK SWEATER!!!! Trust me- I do! Every morning when I wake up and it is freezing in Chicago (well... now, the suburbs of Chicago) all I want to put on is a fresh Gap Cozy Sweater! They were long enough to be comfy and so so soft. They are heaven, and I need more. Kiki- are there any versions of this slated for this year???
Thanksgiving centerpieces. I love Autumn and Thanksgiving and I love decorating for the holiday. I can wait to think of creative ideas to dress the table and spruce up the house now that I am hosting Thanksgiving this year.
I know....So cliche, but I am wearing them right now and they are so cozy that they almost make me forget that I don't have a new Gap Cozy sweater....
Fresh flowers...and this vase. I love this look-- Even though it is a bit off season, I think it is still OK to say one last good bye to nice weather and have a bright floral arrangement in the house- You needn't stick to just browns and golds and oranges just because it is cold outside. I was at the store the other day and saw a gorgeous spread in the floral section of Blue hydrangea, bright yellow callas, purple Iris, and happy white fluffy spider mums. I wanted to go nuts and get a whole slew of beauties, but again....penny pinching.....
Belted sweaters. How cute are these? I really wish I wasn't getting too fat for my skinny jeans because this sort of sweater would look so cute with my riding boots and jeans....and maybe a matching tam and a bright scarf.
Hotel-like guest rooms. I love the soothing, calm and posh look of this room. I think it is from one of Gwyneth Paltrow's houses. I get to decorate the guest room in our new house since we just bought a new bed and we are moving ours to the guest room. This means new curtains, maybe some fabric on the walls, new bedding...maybe a basket for guest toiletries??? Ohhh- I hate penny pinching! Maybe this is worth a little spending.....
Fun fabrics and furniture. I love that I can finally start picking things out for my home. It all costs a pretty penny, but it becomes more permanent and real when you can pick things out for a home that you know you are going to be in for a while. I am loving this bench for my porch or entryway!
Monday, September 15, 2008
My Morning! Warning: rant ahead.
AGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHH!
I feel like I want to tear out my hair and then take a nap! Why do government offices have to be to tedious and typical!!!! I need to renew my license plates, but I lost the paper they sent me in the mail to say I should renew them. So, I called the secretary of states office to find out what I needed to do. They were actually very helpful on the phone but the steps I needed to take seemed outrageous! First- I needed to go to a full service facility in the loop (downtown Chicago) and get a 7 day permit so that I don't get a ticket while driving to get my emissions test. Then I need to go get the test, and then I need to go back downtown and show that I passed emissions in order to get my new stickers! How am I supposed to do all this if I work 8-5 and they aren't even open that long!!! I totally admit that it is my fault that I had to get the permit thing--which they charged me $10 for, but really two separate trips every year to get my stickers renewed??? This seems soooooooo stupid. They should just let you get the stickers when you get your emissions checked!!! Also- I have been calling different offices for about 6 to 8 months trying to figure out which of the secretary of states offices databases-- apparently they have many!--has my name spelled wrong and no one seemed able to help me. NOW-- they tell me today when I asked AGAIN that it will cost $68 to fix what is obviously their error (they entered the O as a zero in my name and the u as a V...... I mean come ON!!!!
They just make me so mad!!!! Now I am sweating from walking so fast and my poor husband had to my car to the emissions test for me(what a sweetheart) and I have to go back there again tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!! AGHHHHHHHHHGGGGGGGGGG!!!!!
I feel like I want to tear out my hair and then take a nap! Why do government offices have to be to tedious and typical!!!! I need to renew my license plates, but I lost the paper they sent me in the mail to say I should renew them. So, I called the secretary of states office to find out what I needed to do. They were actually very helpful on the phone but the steps I needed to take seemed outrageous! First- I needed to go to a full service facility in the loop (downtown Chicago) and get a 7 day permit so that I don't get a ticket while driving to get my emissions test. Then I need to go get the test, and then I need to go back downtown and show that I passed emissions in order to get my new stickers! How am I supposed to do all this if I work 8-5 and they aren't even open that long!!! I totally admit that it is my fault that I had to get the permit thing--which they charged me $10 for, but really two separate trips every year to get my stickers renewed??? This seems soooooooo stupid. They should just let you get the stickers when you get your emissions checked!!! Also- I have been calling different offices for about 6 to 8 months trying to figure out which of the secretary of states offices databases-- apparently they have many!--has my name spelled wrong and no one seemed able to help me. NOW-- they tell me today when I asked AGAIN that it will cost $68 to fix what is obviously their error (they entered the O as a zero in my name and the u as a V...... I mean come ON!!!!
They just make me so mad!!!! Now I am sweating from walking so fast and my poor husband had to my car to the emissions test for me(what a sweetheart) and I have to go back there again tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!! AGHHHHHHHHHGGGGGGGGGG!!!!!
Monday, August 18, 2008
Self Improvement Pledge: Status Report
I was looking back at old posts and came across this one from January about my Pledge for Self Improvement! I decided to do a little inventory and see how I have been doing this past year- I still have 4 1/2 months left to finish what I started in case I feel motivated!
1. Lose 8-10 lbs......
ummm this one is not going to happen. I am actually not allowed to try to lose weight. Let's save this one for post-baby and for now I can focus on actually getting some exercise and getting into good shape.
2. Pay attention to what I put in my body
I think I am doing very well with this one. I try to eat organic when I can. I have avoided artificial dyes and sweeteners and I don't eat fast food or soda- except for ginger ale and the occasional sprite.
3. Chill out
Yeah- this one hasn't really happened. Part of it is due to hormones I can't control and part of it is just my nature-I do need to concentrate and make an effort to relax- stress isn't good for you!
4. Buy a house
I will have more to say about this later in the week....
5. Take Sewing lessons
I had about three lessons and I would love to take more- I think that this might be a fall activity for me.
6. Travel
We didn't squeeze in that final Europe trip-- oh well. We can always leave the future kiddos with my parents and take a trip- not sure if we will have the money once we embark on the road of parenthood, but if all else fails we will have to make up for it once the kids are grown. My parents just went to Switzerland and loved it- My father had never been before and my mom hadn't been since she was younger, so it was a nice thing for them to do together.
7. Be nicer
This is something I am working on- I am totally not there yet- but I am working on it. I take this one seriously because I think you teach by example. If I want my future children to be kind- or if I want others to be kind to me- I need to set an example. This means no more Catty gossip or comments about outfits or whatever- If I think someone is being nuts- let them be nuts! There is no sense in getting all worked up if it doesn't affect me.
8. Get Organized
ummm....kind of. I am definitely keeping the apartment tidy more often than not, and doing laundry in spurts rather than all at once. Big Guy has been helping around the house more and making the bed which is great. I still have a long way to go on this one.
9. Give
I can always give more-- my time, my money and my talent
10. Read more
I think I have been doing well with this one- I have read about a book a month which is pretty good since I usually just read on my commute! I need to keep going because I find that it really does relax me and make me happy when I read.
OK- so there is my list re-cap- I would say that I am not doing that well, but I suppose I have room to improve! I hope to move into this next phase of life with a good, happy, healthy, calm and organized state of mind....we'll see how that goes!
1. Lose 8-10 lbs......
ummm this one is not going to happen. I am actually not allowed to try to lose weight. Let's save this one for post-baby and for now I can focus on actually getting some exercise and getting into good shape.
2. Pay attention to what I put in my body
I think I am doing very well with this one. I try to eat organic when I can. I have avoided artificial dyes and sweeteners and I don't eat fast food or soda- except for ginger ale and the occasional sprite.
3. Chill out
Yeah- this one hasn't really happened. Part of it is due to hormones I can't control and part of it is just my nature-I do need to concentrate and make an effort to relax- stress isn't good for you!
4. Buy a house
I will have more to say about this later in the week....
5. Take Sewing lessons
I had about three lessons and I would love to take more- I think that this might be a fall activity for me.
6. Travel
We didn't squeeze in that final Europe trip-- oh well. We can always leave the future kiddos with my parents and take a trip- not sure if we will have the money once we embark on the road of parenthood, but if all else fails we will have to make up for it once the kids are grown. My parents just went to Switzerland and loved it- My father had never been before and my mom hadn't been since she was younger, so it was a nice thing for them to do together.
7. Be nicer
This is something I am working on- I am totally not there yet- but I am working on it. I take this one seriously because I think you teach by example. If I want my future children to be kind- or if I want others to be kind to me- I need to set an example. This means no more Catty gossip or comments about outfits or whatever- If I think someone is being nuts- let them be nuts! There is no sense in getting all worked up if it doesn't affect me.
8. Get Organized
ummm....kind of. I am definitely keeping the apartment tidy more often than not, and doing laundry in spurts rather than all at once. Big Guy has been helping around the house more and making the bed which is great. I still have a long way to go on this one.
9. Give
I can always give more-- my time, my money and my talent
10. Read more
I think I have been doing well with this one- I have read about a book a month which is pretty good since I usually just read on my commute! I need to keep going because I find that it really does relax me and make me happy when I read.
OK- so there is my list re-cap- I would say that I am not doing that well, but I suppose I have room to improve! I hope to move into this next phase of life with a good, happy, healthy, calm and organized state of mind....we'll see how that goes!
Monday, July 28, 2008
Tagged- embarrassing songs
I was tagged by Magnoliabelle to name 5 songs I like that are a little embarrassing to admit....
1. Stand by your man.. terrible message behind the song- I think she was abused actually, but the song is so pretty!
2. The soundtrack to Sister Act...yeah, I know it is odd....
3. Operator by Jim Croche...Big Guy and I actually sing this one in the car together.
4. Coming to America by Neil Diamond...super cheesy, but you gotta love it.
5. Kelly Clarkson...the whole CD... I love it...what can I say- Breakaway is so catchy...
I tag anyone who wants to do this one!
1. Stand by your man.. terrible message behind the song- I think she was abused actually, but the song is so pretty!
2. The soundtrack to Sister Act...yeah, I know it is odd....
3. Operator by Jim Croche...Big Guy and I actually sing this one in the car together.
4. Coming to America by Neil Diamond...super cheesy, but you gotta love it.
5. Kelly Clarkson...the whole CD... I love it...what can I say- Breakaway is so catchy...
I tag anyone who wants to do this one!
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Meme Thursday
I felt like doing a meme and found this one on Etiquettely Correct - I added a few questions since numbers were missing.
1.What is in the back seat of your car right now? Nothing- I usually keep my car pretty clean- There may be a Lilly Pulitzer pink and Green Argyle halter top shoved in the seat pocket- I don’t know why it is still there.
2. When was the last time you threw up? Last week. Bad breakfast choice. Let’s not talk about it.
3. What's your favorite curse word? Ass!
4. Name 3 people who made you smile today? Husband, co-workers, David Hasslehoff- someone showed me a ridiculous picture of him posing nude with puppies—so wrong and funny.
5. What were you doing at 8 am this morning? Waking up… I slept in.
6. What were you doing 30 minutes ago? Going to get a smoothie at Starbucks and a warm flaxbraid
7. What will you be doing 3 hours from now? Correcting my interns work….eww boring.
8. Have you ever been to a strip club? Once…it was strange
9. What is the last thing you said aloud? Blueahhhhh…
10. What is the best ice cream flavor? Coconut
11. What was the last thing you had to drink? Water
12. Do you look like your Mom or your Dad? I used to look just like my dad, now people say I look like my mom- that is ok by me because she is cute.
13. What was the last thing you ate? Smoothie and flax braid
14. Have you bought any new clothing items this week? Yes, J. Crew yellow dress and a tunic-y yet sleeveless top from Bloomingdale's
15. When was the last time you ran? For the bus—yesterday- ouch
16. What's the last sporting event you watched? Some of the All star game, but I got bored and went to bed. I went to a Cubs game with Big Guy last weekend! It was so much fun.
17. What is your pet peeve? Rude people
18. Who is the last person you emailed? My mom
19. Ever go camping? Yes – but not really a nature girl
20. Do you have a tan? Not really
21. What is your favorite indulgence? Spa stuff- anything- mani, pedi, massage, facial...love it.
22. Would you rather take a week off at home or travel? TRAVEL- I love to see new places- I also love to relax in a beautiful beach setting.
23. What do you sleep in? Boy short underpants and a long tee or tank.
24. Do you drink your soda from a straw? Only when I am drinking a fountain soda
25. What did your last IM say? Hmmm…..I don’t remember
26. Are you someones best friend? Yes- two people…used to be three, but let’s not get into that whole story!
27. What are you doing tomorrow? Working…..grrrrr
28. Where is your mom right now? In Naples
29. Look to your left, what do you see? A cup of water, a bottle of water and the wall of my cube…..
30. What color is your watch? Don’t wear one.
31. What do you think of when you think of Australia ? Great Barrier Reef
32. Would you consider plastic surgery? Tummy or butt- yes- face?-not sure.
33. What is your birthstone? Emerald
34. Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive thru? It depends, if the drive through is long, I will go in.
35.How many kids do you want? Either 2 or 4…not sure what will happen
36. Do you have a dog? Yes- he is so cute, but so naughty!
37. Last person you talked to on the phone? Husband- he was being rude about Sarah Jessica Parker and I was defending her.
38. Have you met anyone famous? Yes, kinda. Meg Ryan followed me around Barney’s in Manhattan once. Also, I met better than Ezra and Payton Manning.
39. Any plans today? No –I really want to get some sort of exercise, but I have this odd tailbone pain that makes walking difficult and running impossible.
40. How many states have you lived in? 3
41. Ever go to college? Yes.
42. Where are you right now? my office
43. Biggest annoyance in your life right now? My tailbone
44. Last song listened to? Can’t remember but Big Guy sang his annoying “It’s time to get up! It’s time to get up, It’s time to get up in the Mooooooor-ning” song to get my out of bed…not amusing….well, maybe a little
45. What is your favorite store? I love J. crew, William's & Sonoma, Burberry and Sur la Table
46. Are you allergic to anything? Mold, but who isn’t
47. Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time? Used to be my black Sam Edleman flats, but they are far too torn and stinky now. I really like my flip flops.
48. Are you jealous of anyone? Yes- anyone with a pretty house! I have been looking for over a year!
49. Is anyone jealous of you? Who knows- girls are strange….see item #26
50. What is your dream job? Teach cooking classes or do a cooking show from my home...in the hamptons.
51. What time is it? 11:40am
52. Do any of your friends have children? Yes- but none of my best or closest friends
53. Do you eat healthy? Yes, I don’t like a ton of junk food- I don’t eat sweets and I love vegetables.
54. What do you usually do during the day? Work
55. Do you hate anyone right now? I don’t like the word hate- seems wrong to HATE anyone.
56. Do you use the word 'hello' daily? Yes.
57. Do you think you have good manners? Yes- I think they are important.
58. How old will you be turning on your next birthday? Yikes…29, But I just had a birthday.
59. Have you ever been to Six Flags? Yes- I went this year and went on all the rides that the boys went on except the one that just drops, because I heard that a girl’s foot was cut off and then I just couldn't do it. I am not a risk taker.
60. How did you get one of your scars? My mom folded my finger into a lawn chair…
1.What is in the back seat of your car right now? Nothing- I usually keep my car pretty clean- There may be a Lilly Pulitzer pink and Green Argyle halter top shoved in the seat pocket- I don’t know why it is still there.
2. When was the last time you threw up? Last week. Bad breakfast choice. Let’s not talk about it.
3. What's your favorite curse word? Ass!
4. Name 3 people who made you smile today? Husband, co-workers, David Hasslehoff- someone showed me a ridiculous picture of him posing nude with puppies—so wrong and funny.
5. What were you doing at 8 am this morning? Waking up… I slept in.
6. What were you doing 30 minutes ago? Going to get a smoothie at Starbucks and a warm flaxbraid
7. What will you be doing 3 hours from now? Correcting my interns work….eww boring.
8. Have you ever been to a strip club? Once…it was strange
9. What is the last thing you said aloud? Blueahhhhh…
10. What is the best ice cream flavor? Coconut
11. What was the last thing you had to drink? Water
12. Do you look like your Mom or your Dad? I used to look just like my dad, now people say I look like my mom- that is ok by me because she is cute.
13. What was the last thing you ate? Smoothie and flax braid
14. Have you bought any new clothing items this week? Yes, J. Crew yellow dress and a tunic-y yet sleeveless top from Bloomingdale's
15. When was the last time you ran? For the bus—yesterday- ouch
16. What's the last sporting event you watched? Some of the All star game, but I got bored and went to bed. I went to a Cubs game with Big Guy last weekend! It was so much fun.
17. What is your pet peeve? Rude people
18. Who is the last person you emailed? My mom
19. Ever go camping? Yes – but not really a nature girl
20. Do you have a tan? Not really
21. What is your favorite indulgence? Spa stuff- anything- mani, pedi, massage, facial...love it.
22. Would you rather take a week off at home or travel? TRAVEL- I love to see new places- I also love to relax in a beautiful beach setting.
23. What do you sleep in? Boy short underpants and a long tee or tank.
24. Do you drink your soda from a straw? Only when I am drinking a fountain soda
25. What did your last IM say? Hmmm…..I don’t remember
26. Are you someones best friend? Yes- two people…used to be three, but let’s not get into that whole story!
27. What are you doing tomorrow? Working…..grrrrr
28. Where is your mom right now? In Naples
29. Look to your left, what do you see? A cup of water, a bottle of water and the wall of my cube…..
30. What color is your watch? Don’t wear one.
31. What do you think of when you think of Australia ? Great Barrier Reef
32. Would you consider plastic surgery? Tummy or butt- yes- face?-not sure.
33. What is your birthstone? Emerald
34. Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive thru? It depends, if the drive through is long, I will go in.
35.How many kids do you want? Either 2 or 4…not sure what will happen
36. Do you have a dog? Yes- he is so cute, but so naughty!
37. Last person you talked to on the phone? Husband- he was being rude about Sarah Jessica Parker and I was defending her.
38. Have you met anyone famous? Yes, kinda. Meg Ryan followed me around Barney’s in Manhattan once. Also, I met better than Ezra and Payton Manning.
39. Any plans today? No –I really want to get some sort of exercise, but I have this odd tailbone pain that makes walking difficult and running impossible.
40. How many states have you lived in? 3
41. Ever go to college? Yes.
42. Where are you right now? my office
43. Biggest annoyance in your life right now? My tailbone
44. Last song listened to? Can’t remember but Big Guy sang his annoying “It’s time to get up! It’s time to get up, It’s time to get up in the Mooooooor-ning” song to get my out of bed…not amusing….well, maybe a little
45. What is your favorite store? I love J. crew, William's & Sonoma, Burberry and Sur la Table
46. Are you allergic to anything? Mold, but who isn’t
47. Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time? Used to be my black Sam Edleman flats, but they are far too torn and stinky now. I really like my flip flops.
48. Are you jealous of anyone? Yes- anyone with a pretty house! I have been looking for over a year!
49. Is anyone jealous of you? Who knows- girls are strange….see item #26
50. What is your dream job? Teach cooking classes or do a cooking show from my home...in the hamptons.
51. What time is it? 11:40am
52. Do any of your friends have children? Yes- but none of my best or closest friends
53. Do you eat healthy? Yes, I don’t like a ton of junk food- I don’t eat sweets and I love vegetables.
54. What do you usually do during the day? Work
55. Do you hate anyone right now? I don’t like the word hate- seems wrong to HATE anyone.
56. Do you use the word 'hello' daily? Yes.
57. Do you think you have good manners? Yes- I think they are important.
58. How old will you be turning on your next birthday? Yikes…29, But I just had a birthday.
59. Have you ever been to Six Flags? Yes- I went this year and went on all the rides that the boys went on except the one that just drops, because I heard that a girl’s foot was cut off and then I just couldn't do it. I am not a risk taker.
60. How did you get one of your scars? My mom folded my finger into a lawn chair…
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Still Around
I know I haven't been posting a ton lately- but you know how summer can be. Between being a little under the weather lately and keeping up at work and trying to juggle family get-togethers, friend stuff and trying not to let our un-ending house hunt die out...I am BURNED OUT!
I keep trying to think of fun things to post about but to be honest, until I get my energy back I can't imagine being interested in anything! Even shopping has lost its allure.(I am sure it is only temporary.) So the only thing I really care about this minute are the things that make me feel better when I am not feeling by best.
I keep trying to think of fun things to post about but to be honest, until I get my energy back I can't imagine being interested in anything! Even shopping has lost its allure.(I am sure it is only temporary.) So the only thing I really care about this minute are the things that make me feel better when I am not feeling by best.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
A Few Cute Silly Finds
I saw these today on the Daily Candy Deals Chicago edition e-mail...cute stuff!Oh and I am watching this tonight!
And then I am going here!
Monday, June 30, 2008
Airlines
I hate Airlines!!!! I am trying to find an affordable and convenient flight to visit my parents in Florida at the end of July and it is virtually impossible!!! Why should it cost upwards of 6 and 700 dollars to have a layover and a crappy schedule to go to Florida in the SUMMER!!!!
Seriously- they suck....
ok end of rant.....
Seriously- they suck....
ok end of rant.....
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
I was tagged by Europa Fox
I was tagged by the lovely Europa Fox for a questionnaire and have only now gotten around to doing it:
What were you doing ten years ago?Graduating from High school…crazy that it has been 10 years, and crazy how much has changed since then. I live in a different state, I am married and ready to buy a house and start a family.
5 things on my to do list today ( I added a few more too)
1. Finish proofing my intern’s work before she returns tomorrow
2. Make an appointment for the dinner prep place that we have a gift certificate for—you get to make a week’s worth of dinners with pre-cut and measured ingredients and take them home to put in the freezer for later.
3. Pick up books held for me at the library
4. Make Hair appointment for July 31 or August 6
5. Mark down important dates and appointments in Pink planner
6. Get Big Guy to clean bathroom and fold clothes
7. Pack snacks and lunches for the rest of the week
Snacks you enjoy: Hummus and Veg, pretzels, Baked Lays, cheese and crackers, pate and baguette, cucumbers with smoked salmon and scallion on mini toasts…any finger food really.
Places you have lived In order: St. Paul MN, Eagan MN, Bloomington IN, Chicago IL.
Five things you would do if you were a billionaire
1. Buy a big beautiful Country house and a posh house in the city and one in Europe-possibly Provence or Tuscany for summers.
2. Rescue lots of dogs and let them run around at the country house.
3. Take cooking classes at Le Cordon Bleu
4. Travel the world
5. Set up a foundation- either for abused children or battered women
What were you doing ten years ago?Graduating from High school…crazy that it has been 10 years, and crazy how much has changed since then. I live in a different state, I am married and ready to buy a house and start a family.
5 things on my to do list today ( I added a few more too)
1. Finish proofing my intern’s work before she returns tomorrow
2. Make an appointment for the dinner prep place that we have a gift certificate for—you get to make a week’s worth of dinners with pre-cut and measured ingredients and take them home to put in the freezer for later.
3. Pick up books held for me at the library
4. Make Hair appointment for July 31 or August 6
5. Mark down important dates and appointments in Pink planner
6. Get Big Guy to clean bathroom and fold clothes
7. Pack snacks and lunches for the rest of the week
Snacks you enjoy: Hummus and Veg, pretzels, Baked Lays, cheese and crackers, pate and baguette, cucumbers with smoked salmon and scallion on mini toasts…any finger food really.
Places you have lived In order: St. Paul MN, Eagan MN, Bloomington IN, Chicago IL.
Five things you would do if you were a billionaire
1. Buy a big beautiful Country house and a posh house in the city and one in Europe-possibly Provence or Tuscany for summers.
2. Rescue lots of dogs and let them run around at the country house.
3. Take cooking classes at Le Cordon Bleu
4. Travel the world
5. Set up a foundation- either for abused children or battered women
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Blog list
I need to update the list of Blogs I like- and I read more than the ones listed here-but I always seem to forget where I found certain blogs, so if you read my blog and you don't see yours listed on the below on the right- leave a comment with your blog name and address so I can add you :)
Thursday, April 17, 2008
MEME Tagged
I was tagged by Tres Poshe Preppy to list some unimportant things about me.
Rules:1) you link back to the person who tagged you
2) post these rules on your blog
3) share six unimportant things about yourself
4) tag random people at the end of your entry
5) let the tagged people know by leaving a comment on their blogs
1. I was married in England but I am not English and neither is my fiance. My Aunt and uncle have a beautiful house in Surrey and I always thought it would be lovely to have my reception there...and everyone seemed up for it...so we did it!
2. I hate lunch meat and will not eat it--unless it is from in Italian deli, and then only genoa salami, prociutto, and a few others-- still no regular turkey or ham-I also dislike cake and ice cream.
3. I was very athletic as a child and even through highschool- I was even on the cover of the sports page in my city, but now no one believes me! When I say that I am athletic, or that I am good at sports people actually laugh in my face... I think it has something to do with my hair and I am short, and pretty girly and a little high maintenance.
4. I have been eating MOSTLY organic food since January 1, and have given up Diet Coke and Lean Cuisine frozen meals and I really don't see a difference... I might have actually gained weight.
5. My husband and I are not yet 30, and we have been married for less than a year, but already have conversations about what we will get for our "fun car". I think we are an old couple at heart- Big Guy can't stop talking about how we are going to get a convertable...
6. I once got chased down the street in Florence by a group of people who thought I was Shakira. I look nothing like Shakira....
I tag Pink Damask Diary and Magnolias, Marriage and Manhattan- I don't think you two have done this yet, but I apologize if you have...
Rules:1) you link back to the person who tagged you
2) post these rules on your blog
3) share six unimportant things about yourself
4) tag random people at the end of your entry
5) let the tagged people know by leaving a comment on their blogs
1. I was married in England but I am not English and neither is my fiance. My Aunt and uncle have a beautiful house in Surrey and I always thought it would be lovely to have my reception there...and everyone seemed up for it...so we did it!
2. I hate lunch meat and will not eat it--unless it is from in Italian deli, and then only genoa salami, prociutto, and a few others-- still no regular turkey or ham-I also dislike cake and ice cream.
3. I was very athletic as a child and even through highschool- I was even on the cover of the sports page in my city, but now no one believes me! When I say that I am athletic, or that I am good at sports people actually laugh in my face... I think it has something to do with my hair and I am short, and pretty girly and a little high maintenance.
4. I have been eating MOSTLY organic food since January 1, and have given up Diet Coke and Lean Cuisine frozen meals and I really don't see a difference... I might have actually gained weight.
5. My husband and I are not yet 30, and we have been married for less than a year, but already have conversations about what we will get for our "fun car". I think we are an old couple at heart- Big Guy can't stop talking about how we are going to get a convertable...
6. I once got chased down the street in Florence by a group of people who thought I was Shakira. I look nothing like Shakira....
I tag Pink Damask Diary and Magnolias, Marriage and Manhattan- I don't think you two have done this yet, but I apologize if you have...
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Responses to Mom x 2's 100 things
I read a fellow Chicago Blogger's 100 things list and even though she said that she was bound to have things in common with those who read her blog, I was struck by just how much we had in common. When ever my friends and I fill out those email questionnaires that tell all about you and your favorite things, we all have fun making comments about each others answers- either agreeing, or sharing or side of the question or even just saying that you liked their answer. I had so much in common with Mom x 2, that I have to post my comments to her list- I hope it is ok with her that I am re-posting her list here. My answers are in pink. (surprise)
I’m 35 years old. On my 35th birthday I lamented to my husband “I am halfway to 40.” He said, no, you’re halfway to seventy. That is so funny. I always round up
I have 2 sons and I’m not sure I can handle more but sorta want 1 more. I really want 4, but two seems more affordable.
I have blonde hair. I’ve had blonde hair my whole life but after 2 children, it’s a really dark blonde so now I highlight. I used to have brown hair- now I am blonde with blonder highlights
My parents divorced when I was 6 years old. My Grandparents divorced when I was 6 – somehow they got an annulment. (after 6 kids)
I have 1 brother and 2 stepsisters (yes, just like Cinderella). I always wondered what it would be like to have step-siblings. Do you get along the same as full siblings?
I have played the piano since I was 8 years old. I tried- but didn’t love it
I’m still not very good. Me either…
I’ve always wanted to learn to play the guitar or drums. Always wanted to play something with strings, Guitar, violin, cello…
I love to cook and will try out new recipes on guests even though it’s a no-no. I always do the same thing- I feel like I rarely make the same thing twice…
I own 25+ cookbooks. Me too. My aunt helped me make my own, and it is always spilling over with print-outs. We should trade recipes!
No one needs to own a cookbook solely about portobellos. Wow.
I’m fascinated with all things Kennedy. It’s a sickness, actually. I know what you mean. I am oddly drawn to the whole thing- hey! They are preppy democrats too!
I own a Kennedy cookbook, thus combining 2 loves. Oooh! What is in it?
I don’t drink much but I like gin & tonic or a Blue Moon now and then. I LOVE Gin and tonic. It was my signature drink in college. I don’t love Blue Moon. I usually drink cheap beer.
I don’t wear a watch. Me either. I might if I got one that was really cute.
I rarely polish my fingernails but my toenails are always polished. Same…
I wish I could wear flip-flops everyday. Same! But I love new flip flops that have just been broken in and don’t smell yet. If they get wet it is hopeless.
I met my husband when I was 13. He was 12. Wow! That is so cool. My Husband and I lived in the same dorm freshman year of college and I knew all his friends- but never met him- and didn’t meet him until I moved to Chicago.
We married 12 years later. That is so great
I was an English major in college. Journalism
I picked English because nothing else really interested me. Same… I was good at writing but soon found I hated reporting. There is nothing fun about writing about construction at an 8th grade level so that the general public can read it…
Would love to open my own children’s clothing shop and give boy clothes its due. I would love to have my own business!
I’m a liberal (but not a wacko). I like to say I am socially liberal, but fiscally conservative
This is considered weird for a “preppy.” The Kennedy’s weren’t weird- and neither are you!
I have many conservative friends whom I love dearly. All my friends are liberals- except maybe one- and she isn’t into politics at all….
I think they love me too. I am sure they do.
A friend says I’m a democrat in republican clothing. Funny..
I say polos and argyle should be for everyone. True… but maybe not for Jerks- they give preps a bad name sometimes.
I love pink peonies. LOVE.. I made my wedding bouquet with pink peonies-along with other flowers but the Peonies made the biggest impact.
I love almost anything pink. Me too…all my clothes used to be pink. I branched out after college and I seemed to have worn t hem all out. I think I need to get back in the pink
My husband’s nickname for me is Laverne.
I’ll give you 3 guesses as to why. Ok- I might be dense, but you might have to help me out on this one…
I have a learned appreciation for Thomas and Bob the Builder. I hope I will be able to appreciate them…in the somewhat near future…
I have 2 nieces so I have an outlet for my girly side.
I eat any kind of cheese. I Love to have wine and cheese parties.
The stinkier the better. I have only tried one cheese I didn’t like- It smelled like the zoo… you might have liked it since you like the stinky ones!
I love to watch the weather and my “celebrity” crush is Tom Skilling. I watch channel 5 in the morning- so I don’t know who he is
I like the beach. Me too- but our beaches are scary in the City
But I don't like really hot weather. Same- I can’t go to Taste of Chicago because it is so hot and gross.
My favorite season is fall. ME TOO!!! Funny!
But spring is a close runner-up. I would say summer is my second.
I can only do skiing vacations before January 31st. I rarely go skiing but wish I did more often.
February and March are for beach getaways. Love the beach
I’m taking my first trip to Italy soon. When I went there I suddenly understood Italian….it was very strange- I have a witness so I am not crazy
I’m currently trying to learn Italian. I wish I could speak it now- all you really need to know is due vino rosso! And Illo sono una bella donna!
I’ve never been to Paris, which I feel is a tragedy. Love Paris, but it isn’t as all access as say London or some of the other European cities- you need a week to get to know the city in my opinion…
I have 3 best friends. Me too- One high school, One College and One Chicago..
I met all of them in college. Only one of mine is from college. But I have other good friends from college.
I love iced tea. I like it when my friend from Louisville makes it
I try to buy clothes that will not go out of style. Logical…
I love hats and wish that people wore hats more often. I would love to go to the Kentucky Derby and wear a fancy hat. My dad always says I look good in hats. Odd but true.
I wanted a poncho when they were in style a few years back. When My BFF and I went to Italy 5 or 6 years ago- ponchos were so in and we almost bought them.. then we came back and a few months later they started to be in style here! We could have been so fashion forward but we missed out- we never did get ponchos.
But I couldn’t bring myself to do it.
I don’t think I could pull off the poncho look. I will never know!
I live in a bungalow. I am looking at a re-designed bungalow…
This means the kids’ rooms are on the first floor.
This sorta sucks. Seems like it would be difficult.
My house is almost 100 years old. I love old houses.
And the floors sound like it. part of the charm!!!
I married a man slightly shorter than me. My husband is more than a foot taller than me… he is 6’5, I am 5’3’’
I’m not so into high heels anyway. I like heels, but I love flats
I like to throw parties. Love to make hors d’oeuvres and love to throw wine and apps parties
I’m not really into sports, but I’ll always root for the Cubs and the Bears. Same- I like going to games, and I also like basketball, but not really NBA
My favorite spot in all of Chicago is the Botanic Gardens. I have never been..
I take the kids and the stroller there and walk all summer.
My favorite magazine is Vanity Fair. I like Martha Stewart Living, Bon Appetit and Domino…and Lucky and InStyle
My favorite ice cream is chocolate. I don’t like Ice cream that much.
There is no bad flavor of ice cream. Except maybe peanut butter. I know.. I am crazy to not like Ice Cream…
I like anything chocolate. I like toblerone and brownies but not much else
I don’t drink coffee. I do if I am trying be on a budget
I do drink coffee-like drinks. I love espresso
I’m opinionated. I am opinionated but I don’t usually get mad if people have other ideas….unless it is a right wrong thing and I am right and people don’t believe me.
That sometimes gets me in trouble. I know what you mean
I have a hard time biting my tongue. I am sometimes too honest.. I can come off a little snobby- but I never say things in a mean way.
I’m working on this. I have put my foot in my mouth a few times lately.
My favorite vacation spot is Siesta Key, Florida. SHUT UP! We have a place on Longboat Key!!! Do you love St. Armand's circle!!! Have you ever been to the burger place near the aquarium?
I married into a winter-sports family. I married into a non-athletic, no vacation house family…I think I got the raw end of the deal…J/k
I’ve adjusted to hockey and skiing. My husbands family has family in Switzerland so I am hoping to go there to ski sometime.
I still don’t ski very well. I can’t imagine that I am good
I like my mother-in-law. Me too- she is a nut, but we get along
She still drives me crazy now and then. Very true…and you can’t tell them like you can your own parents…
I’m very close with my mom. My Mom and I have never been super close, but I can be very honest with her
She still drives me crazy now and then. More often than not! My mom is crazy…
I don’t wear much jewelry: wedding rings and pearl studs. I don’t have my ears pierced, but if I did I would only wear pearl or diamond studs
I rarely wear my hair up. OMG-at work it is Ponytail central-otherwise, I think I look better with it down. I have big cheeks.
I don’t like my chin. Everyone has something! I don’t like my butt.
My favorite foods are sushi, pizza and Mexican. Same same and same…
I love Indian and Thai food too. Same… I love to eat
I’m not really into music, but I like to dance. Same- my husband is more into music. I like it- but I don’t really have a favorite band that I follow- and I don’t always have to listen to it
Most of the songs on my ipod are the kids'. Funny- I have whatever my husband puts on there for me…I have everything from Kelley Clarkson to Andrea Boccelli to Les Miserables….I am an odd mix I suppose.
I’m not really into gardening, but I can do container gardening. I hope to be into it someday- I would love to have a big country house with Hydrangea and a kitchen garden, but as for now all I know about is my long skinny wooden box where I grow herbs on the patio.
I don’t really like birthday cake, but I love cupcakes. Hate cake…I know I know…odd- actually I loved my wedding cake...which I helped make- it was almond with butter creme frosting. It was really good.
I subscribe to People magazine and it’s my ‘guilty pleasure' on Friday nights. Ooh..I love to page through the US weeklies that co –workers leave in our gym.
I wish I had gone to culinary school. Me too! I don’t think I could handle working in a restaurant because it seems very intense, but I would love to be more technically skilled. I usually take a few classes a year. This year I look Vietnamese, a cheese and wine pairing class and a knife skills class.
My favorite movies are Sense and Sensibility and When Harry Met Sally. I really liked the Old Pride and Prejudice and I can always watch Love Actually. My favorite comfort Girly movie is Bridget Jones, but I don’t know what my actual favorite movie is… I have a lot of favorites.
My husband’s favorite movie is The Hunt for Red October. OMG- I hate that movie so much- I hate any movie with red lighting….
We have separate Netflix queues. Thank you, Netflix! Ha ha ha ha that is funny. I thought you were going to say you liked it.
I like to go antiquing. I never have been but I would like to go to those markets that I see on TLC
I collect English bone china teacups & saucers. My Grandmother gave me her Haviland China as her wedding present and as soon as my husband and I can find a house and move- I can finally bring it home!
I also collect old Emily Post guides. I would love to collect something beautiful someday, but I need a house first.
Anyway, It just goes to show you that you might have tons in common and not even know it! It was fun to get to know you a little better Mom x 2!!!
Please let me know if it bothers you that I posted your list.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Under the Weather
Sorry about the lack of posting lately, but I haven't been feeling very well, and I have been very busy at work. Not a great combination, but sometimes that is how it goes. I am feeling better tonight and hope to be back on track starting tomorrow! Hope you all are feeling well! Talk to you soon. I have my second sewing class tomorrow night, so hopefully I will have some fun updates about what I learned.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Blog Party
This post is to welcome anyone popping over from the Ultimate Blog Party- and a re-introduction to anyone who has recently started checking out my blog. I started blogging this year in October. I am a Midwestern girl who has settled in the Windy City. I was married last May in England and have enjoyed a fantastic first year of married life with my husband Big Guy (he is big...really big 6'5" and 265lbs) and our tiny preppy puppy who just turned 3 this year.
I really love living in the city, but since we are thinking about starting a family starting next fall, we are looking for a house in the burbs...but not too far in the burbs!!!! We are looking at the towns just outside the city limits, but Chi-town is expensive and I have always had champagne taste with out the matching budget, so I need to try to keep things in perspective. Thinking about the house I could have if someone gave me a million dollars is not productive. So if you are new to the blog I am glad to have you, and if you have been reading for a while then hi again! I am glad you're back. A few of my blog friends are recently back from vacation- so i would like to say welcome back to them. Today I wanted to do a montage of some of my favorite kinds of Posts.
J. Crew Coveted Outfit of the Day
5 Random things about me
1. I love Navy and White together- I think it is classic preppy and always looks chic- sort of like black and white with a preppy kick.
2. I love to cook. I am really excited about Top Chef Chicago and love trying new recipes and restaurants to get ideas. I also like cooking with exotic ingredients and food I have never tried before. I have a very supportive husband who loves my food and enjoys my culinary experiences
3. I don't have my ears pierced...or any other piercings or tattoos or anything like that. I have a fear of needles and never thought earrings fit my style. Now that I am nearing 30, I find myself longing for a pair pf pearl studs and diamond studs....wondering if I should reconsider....
4. My grandmother is one of the most chic women I know... or she was in her day... She is the one who told me about the Plaza in New York, and Burberry in London, I am the only person I know who routinely says-- I found this in my grandmother's closet...She has been generous enough to pass down her mink coat, her china and countless fantastic pairs of pants, blouses and coats that she doesn't wear anymore. She lives in Florida now on an Island called Longboat Key, and my parents bought a place right next door, so I have a free family vacation whenever I can get away for the weekend (which is sadly not often enough!!)
5. I am slightly nutty and have more than my fair share of quirks. I am afraid of lunch meats---especially ham...I don't like to touch them let alone eat them. I hate revolving doors and try to avoid them...I don't like touching the glass, they are heavy and just seem to take a lot of time. Plus one time I got nervous and like jump rope at the playground..I jumped in too early and ended up behind someone in the same compartment. I tried to act like I wasn't there but it was really embarrassing and I thing the girl was terrified I was a nutjob. I am also afraid of spiders, butterflies, sharks, mice, rats, cats that I don't know, random men walking on the street and clowns.
Fantastic Recipe
I made this up with some inspiration from similar recipes that I saw on the foodnetwork. I have made it a million times... It is insanely fast and easy and is a huge crowd pleaser! Plus you don't have to measure anything and it is really a rustic meal that you can customize to your own taste. I hope you enjoy! (the picture is courtesy of http://cookalmostanything.blogspot.com/2007/10/presto-pasta-night-35.html and isn't the recipe exactly but I wanted to show you what the pasta looked like)
Orecchiette with Greens and Tomatoes
Ingredients:
Orecchiette
Garlic salt (a few shakes)
1 Cup grated Parmesan cheese
Two handfuls of cherry or grape tomatoes
Half a bag or 4 large handfuls of arugula or spinach
2 ladles of reserved pasta water—can be set aside just before straining pasta
Cook orecchiette according to package instructions- make sure to add salt to the water at some point to season the pasta. (make sure to reserve about 2 ladles of the pasta water when draining)
Meanwhile, in a large serving dish, layer ¾ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, two handfuls of halved cherry or grape tomatoes, garlic salt to taste, and about 4 large handfuls of spinach or arugula.
When the pasta is cooked al dente and you have reserved the two ladle-fuls of pasta water- drain the pasta and pour directly into the bowl that contains the greens, cheese and tomatoes. The pasta should rest directly on top of the greens layer. Then ladle the pasta water over the top and toss to incorporate. The heat of the pasta will wilt the greens and the water will combine with the cheese and garlic salt and tomatoes to make a light sauce. Add salt pepper and additional cheese to taste and enjoy! This is such an easy spur of the moment meal and it really tastes fantastic!
So that is kinda what my blog is usually about.... I also talk about stores I like, interior design, my house hunt, crafts, learning to sew, marriage, and anything else that comes across my mind. I hope you come back and I hope you enjoyed my mini introduction to Midwest Prep!
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Meme
I found the Meme a few weeks ago and can't remember where- but I think anyone who has the desire should go ahead and do it.
What accessories do you wear everyday? Engagement ring, wedding ring and wedding day surprise ring.
What is your beauty routine? I don't have a real routine...
AM: Shower and If I am being good wash face with Philosophy face wash. Put in leave in conditioner (potion No. 9 or Infusium) Then dry hair with diffuser, brush teeth and moisturize. Appy makeup after dressing and then pop out the door, grab a soy latte and hop on the bus.
If I am being bad: wake up after snoozing for an hour. Watch the today show until the last minute possible. Throw on something random and then drive top work and pay 16-23$ for parking.
PM: Wash my face and brush my teeth…on my good days.
What was the Last item of clothing you bought: wide leg cuff pants and Blue shirt from gap
Do you use a dresser, closet, or both? Two closets, dresser and countless baskets and piles- it is a disaster! When will we find a house!!!!???
What type of earrings are in your ears right now? I have never pierced a thing- Thank you!
What type of figure do you have? Slightly curvy, slightly athletic, short, small chested.
Do you wear glasses? When I drive or watch a movie.
What type of handbag do you carry? Lately I have been carrying my new Burberry tote- but I switch it up between my D&B tassel tote, my kate spade and my Diane Von Furstenburg navy and green carry-on tote.
What is your ideal style? Classic. Preppy. (obviously)
What jewelry are you wearing right now? My engagement ring, wedding ring, my surprise wedding day ring and pearls.
Do you wear knee-hi stockings?No….gosh no-if you mean those walgreens see-through type trouser socks. Now knee high argyle socks-That is another story- those are a Yes yes-with wellies and boots whenever I can!
Do you *have* to wear matching lingerie? No- nothing matches any more…
Do you wear makeup? Yes, but sometimes I am too lazy even though I look like hell.
Do you wear nightgowns? I have a couple that I wear when I am feeling saucy, but otherwise I am kind of a tank top and pj pants type of girl.
What outerwear do you put on when going out on a typical winter's day? Well this is Chicago, so lately I have been wearing my puffy vest underneath my Beneton dress coat with my cream colored scarf because I have self imposed the ONE Burberry at a time rule so I can’t wear my classic scarf at the same time as my new tote. ( I need to buy a proper winter coat!)
What is your favorite perfume? Lately I have been wearing Pure Grace, by Philosophy but want to expand my scents to include something notable and classic.
Is your motto "quality over quantity"? I would much rather have a closet full of quality pieces and accent them with cheapie trendy accents each year as they come and go. I prefer the quality- you feel it when you wear it!
Do you wear rain boots? I wear my Utilitarian English Wellies and I love them.
Do you wear socks or slippers when your feet get cold? I have the restoration Hardware foot duvet slippers as well as leather bottom cable knit Ralph Lauren slippers- love them both but am tempted to check out ugg slippers.
Do you have a set of travel luggage? Yes it is Diane Von Furstenberg Navy blue with white piping and accented with white cane/lattice print. With a splash of green on the carry on tote bag. My dad was carrying it into the lake house last summer and stopped and said, “you have such pretty things!” I was almost crying I was laughing so hard…gee I wonder where I get my preppiness from? (Dad thinks the only colors I should wear are navy and white.)
What is your daily uniform? Polo or other collared shirt and skirt in the summer, skinny jeans, boots and preppy sweater in the fall and a mess of terrible yet warm and comfy outfits in the winter.
If you are married, did you wear a veil with your wedding dress? Yes, my best friend made me one, but then I saw my husbands mother’s veil that I thought was the most beautiful thing ever- so I wore that- and it matched the dress and theme perfectly.
Do you wear a watch? No- I have one that my mother gave me. She got it when she was younger and living in Switzerland- but it needs to be fixed and will be expensive so I have been lazy. I have had my eye on a discreet Burberry ladies watch that I think would suit me.
What item of clothing always makes you feel extremely beautiful? Well made coats- I was built for coats- for some reason I always look fantastic in coats! Maybe it is my darn swimmers shoulders! And skirts in the summer... I live in skirts!
What is your favorite type of yarn? I love the feel of that baby yarn, but Cashmere sure is lovely!
Do you prefer zippers or buttons? Probably Buttons- they lay better and keep the shape of clothing without bunching and bending.
What accessories do you wear everyday? Engagement ring, wedding ring and wedding day surprise ring.
What is your beauty routine? I don't have a real routine...
AM: Shower and If I am being good wash face with Philosophy face wash. Put in leave in conditioner (potion No. 9 or Infusium) Then dry hair with diffuser, brush teeth and moisturize. Appy makeup after dressing and then pop out the door, grab a soy latte and hop on the bus.
If I am being bad: wake up after snoozing for an hour. Watch the today show until the last minute possible. Throw on something random and then drive top work and pay 16-23$ for parking.
PM: Wash my face and brush my teeth…on my good days.
What was the Last item of clothing you bought: wide leg cuff pants and Blue shirt from gap
Do you use a dresser, closet, or both? Two closets, dresser and countless baskets and piles- it is a disaster! When will we find a house!!!!???
What type of earrings are in your ears right now? I have never pierced a thing- Thank you!
What type of figure do you have? Slightly curvy, slightly athletic, short, small chested.
Do you wear glasses? When I drive or watch a movie.
What type of handbag do you carry? Lately I have been carrying my new Burberry tote- but I switch it up between my D&B tassel tote, my kate spade and my Diane Von Furstenburg navy and green carry-on tote.
What is your ideal style? Classic. Preppy. (obviously)
What jewelry are you wearing right now? My engagement ring, wedding ring, my surprise wedding day ring and pearls.
Do you wear knee-hi stockings?No….gosh no-if you mean those walgreens see-through type trouser socks. Now knee high argyle socks-That is another story- those are a Yes yes-with wellies and boots whenever I can!
Do you *have* to wear matching lingerie? No- nothing matches any more…
Do you wear makeup? Yes, but sometimes I am too lazy even though I look like hell.
Do you wear nightgowns? I have a couple that I wear when I am feeling saucy, but otherwise I am kind of a tank top and pj pants type of girl.
What outerwear do you put on when going out on a typical winter's day? Well this is Chicago, so lately I have been wearing my puffy vest underneath my Beneton dress coat with my cream colored scarf because I have self imposed the ONE Burberry at a time rule so I can’t wear my classic scarf at the same time as my new tote. ( I need to buy a proper winter coat!)
What is your favorite perfume? Lately I have been wearing Pure Grace, by Philosophy but want to expand my scents to include something notable and classic.
Is your motto "quality over quantity"? I would much rather have a closet full of quality pieces and accent them with cheapie trendy accents each year as they come and go. I prefer the quality- you feel it when you wear it!
Do you wear rain boots? I wear my Utilitarian English Wellies and I love them.
Do you wear socks or slippers when your feet get cold? I have the restoration Hardware foot duvet slippers as well as leather bottom cable knit Ralph Lauren slippers- love them both but am tempted to check out ugg slippers.
Do you have a set of travel luggage? Yes it is Diane Von Furstenberg Navy blue with white piping and accented with white cane/lattice print. With a splash of green on the carry on tote bag. My dad was carrying it into the lake house last summer and stopped and said, “you have such pretty things!” I was almost crying I was laughing so hard…gee I wonder where I get my preppiness from? (Dad thinks the only colors I should wear are navy and white.)
What is your daily uniform? Polo or other collared shirt and skirt in the summer, skinny jeans, boots and preppy sweater in the fall and a mess of terrible yet warm and comfy outfits in the winter.
If you are married, did you wear a veil with your wedding dress? Yes, my best friend made me one, but then I saw my husbands mother’s veil that I thought was the most beautiful thing ever- so I wore that- and it matched the dress and theme perfectly.
Do you wear a watch? No- I have one that my mother gave me. She got it when she was younger and living in Switzerland- but it needs to be fixed and will be expensive so I have been lazy. I have had my eye on a discreet Burberry ladies watch that I think would suit me.
What item of clothing always makes you feel extremely beautiful? Well made coats- I was built for coats- for some reason I always look fantastic in coats! Maybe it is my darn swimmers shoulders! And skirts in the summer... I live in skirts!
What is your favorite type of yarn? I love the feel of that baby yarn, but Cashmere sure is lovely!
Do you prefer zippers or buttons? Probably Buttons- they lay better and keep the shape of clothing without bunching and bending.
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