Archive for May, 2008
« Previous Entries Saturday, May 31st, 2008Sewing Circle
I am inspired by so many blogs online to sew. I would love to be able to sew beautiful aprons for my friends like Olivia’s Aprons This morning, Karen and got up, grabbed a coffee and drove to our sewing circle. The sewing circle is made up of 7 women who meet to chat and sew. Karen […]
Saturday, May 31st, 2008Another crane collapses in Manhattan
A crane snapped in half this morning on the Upper East Side killing 2 people. The crane was examined yesterday and there were no violations. There must be something about the make or model of these cranes. Maybe better inspection techniques are needed. The crane tore the terraces off the building next to it. The crane […]
Thursday, May 29th, 2008My neighbors used to do a lot of cooking and canning in their backyards. They did preserves and spaghetti sauce. I used to peek at them from my top window as many women and even a few husbands gather around a large table that had the fruits/produce and a hot plate. Under the table was plenty of […]
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008Best Baby Gift
When I had to get a gift for my first friend who was having a baby shower, my Mom told me to buy my friend a sleeping bag. My Mom had five kids so I know that she must have known what was best to buy for a new mother. My friend loved the sleeping […]
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008Cindy Crawford
Cindy Crawford is now selling furniture. I wasn’t sure if the commercial was totally believable, but the furniture looks lovely. It’s at Raymoor and Flanigan and I may some at the new place.
Monday, May 26th, 2008I love Etsy.com – Matte Stephens art
I LOVE Etsy (etsy.com). I love how there are a lot of designers and artists all in one place and I can buy something special for me or others so easily. Currently, my favorite etsy sell is Matt Stephens. I adore his Charlie Bird prints: In my bathroom, I have the Beehive Bubble Print and […]
Monday, May 26th, 2008CVS 5/26
We went to CVS today and had a great time thanks to the web! What I bought: Tide detergent 5.99 Bounce fabric sheets 4.99 Revlon nail polish 3.99 Excedrin 1.99 4 Sierra Mist 2 liter bottles (buy one get one) Minus: $10 ECB $2.00 Excedrin coupon 2 coupons buy one get one Sierra Mist $3,oo […]
Sunday, May 25th, 2008Items taken from outside my house
Someone came and took some items from outside of my house. The items of course aren’t a big deal, but it hurts to know that someone was so close to the inside of my home and wanted to take from me. I don’t feel safe like I always have. I have been down and sad about it all […]
Sunday, May 25th, 2008Tell them what you did this weekend and win!
Props and Pans are having a giveaway for a log of nice products (DVDs and beauty products) that they reviewed and we all need. Tell them what you did this holiday weekend and win! http://www.propsandpans.com/2008/05/25/memorial-day-giveaway-to-kick-off-summer/
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008Big News
I have some really big news to tell, but not yet. It’s said to be bad luck if you tell too soon. :) All I can say is that I am very excited!
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008My class
Today my 8th grade class and I laughed so much. It’s great to see how much they have matured and grown over these past three years. I am going to miss them when they are done.
Tuesday, May 20th, 2008School – A Blessing
I rarely speak about my job because I don’t want anything to happen to me like it did to DOOCE. But I just wanted to say how nice it has been at work lately. The past two days have been awesome. The kids have been great. The weather is awesome. I am so looking forward […]
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