projects!

I mentioned in a previous post that we were would be working on a project (inspiration:pinterest) that would be featured at a later time....

Well, the time is now!

Today, just a few minutes ago actually, Bob hung our "window" picture frame. Each pane has a different picture that Bob took himself. I think it looks so cool and I can't wait to finish the other two!

Also, this last week a friend who has that eye for decorating came over and helped me do a little "re-arranging". We dug up a few things that had been stored away (for example, the trunk, which happens to have come over from Ireland with a relative of Bob's) and the pictures and accessories I already had are now displayed in different spots. I love it! It's amazing how taking your "same old stuff" and moving it around suddenly makes you love it again and makes it feel like a mini-make-over without even spending money!

and last but not least, I wanted to show a close-up of the trunk:

and that's the end of our "make-over" for now...

PS - I have NO IDEA why this picture loaded again here so just ignore UGH!

Happy Valentines to you (&me)

I thought I would give you a peek into our Valentines...

First, presents!

Pink roses and one of my favorite perfumes...

Oh Lola!

(and don't feel bad, Bob got a nice present too, the Kindle touch)

Next dinner...

I tried a new recipe, it's called rumbi rice. Apparently there is a restaurant in Utah and it is a copy cat of a dish served there. It was really tasty. I made the rice in the rice cooker, it was easy but a little different. Just add rice, water, coconut milk, can of red beans, and pinch of salt and press the button!

And last, but not least...

dessert!

Another new recipe:

chocolate chip cheesecake bars!

They did not disappoint....

now tomorrow it's back to oatmeal, fruit, and my chocolate slim fasts :)



parties & projects

Had a great weekend!

Started off with a couples night get together. How can you go wrong with great company, good food, chocolate fondue and games?

Next, I will give you a sneak peek into our newest home project. Bob and I worked on some old windows that will eventually be on the walls full of pictures! (you can see some examples on my pinterest)

And last but not least a birthday party for a friend at work Saturday night. Bob was a good sport about going with me to this one :)

Now gotta get my mind ready for Monday!