Thank you for being patient with me- we are back. Still some insurance and things to deal with, but heat and power are back on, and we were not as bad off as many. My heart and prayers go to all those affected. Seeing beloved places and spaces destroyed, as well as so many homes…it’s just amazing [Read more…]
Enter to #w!n in the unique is more than cool @UncommonGoods Guest #g!veaway
November 8, 2012 by 9 Comments
Ever make plans to spend some quality time with yourself doing something absolutely nothing but you just can’t seem to get to it?
My “me time” had been the whole summer in the making. I know that I’ve complained shared about the little slab of concrete that we call our patio…..all the houses in our association have one, except most of them have built decks or sunrooms over the top of their slabs.
Not us. Mr. UnFun (MUF) “doesn’t see a need.” There is no budging him, believe me I’ve tried.
I would love to put in a deck, a screen room, an awning, or anything just to make it a more useable space. It would be so nice to sit outside and sip a glass of wine, look at the moon, read a book, or just spend a few minutes of quite after the kids have gone to bed. I’ve dressed it up a bit with the usual clutter your slab of concrete culprits ………….a fountain, and a canopy swing. I was actually starting to enjoy relaxing outdoors when I had to abandon my little “get away on the slab” project in trade for the spinal fusion.
Now that I ‘m feeling better, I’ve forever wanted to sit in front of the fire pit sipping a glass of petite sirah and enjoy a few quite moments alone. After 8 weeks of MUF’s coddling and doctor restrictions of no lifting, bending, twisting, driving, or much of anything – I was soooo [Read more…]
Celebrate with Angelina 3-DVD Set Review
November 8, 2012 by 1 Comment
Celebrate with Angelina 3-DVD Set
Leap into fun with Angelina Ballerina and her friends! The mouselings showcase creativity and imagination as they captivate audiences with magical performances and sparkling celebrations all year long!
This wonderful 3- DVD set is compiled with 3 different stories! Nutcracker Sweet, Ballerina Princess, and Shining Star Trophy.
DVD Information
Release Date: 10/16/12
Age Target:2-7 year olds
Entire Run Time: 175 Minutes (Nutcracker-61 minutes, Ballerina Princess-61 minutes, and Shining Star Trophy-53 minutes)
Angelina Ballerina: Nutcracker Sweet Synopsis
This was a great episode. Angelina is preparing to perform the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. She ends up getting a stomach ache and learns an important [Read more…]
LG Smart TV Giveaway
November 5, 2012 by 3 Comments
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The 10 Most Inspirational Art Galleries in the World
November 3, 2012 by 5 Comments
Great art is an inspiration to creative thinkers of all types. Masterful paintings and sculptures fill viewers with a sense of wonder and inspire them to dream of things that many people consider to be impossible. The following ten art museums and galleries, curated with the help of Marked By Teachers contain some of the greatest and most inspirational works of art that the world has ever seen.
Located in Paris, the Louvre is the world’s most popular art museum. The museum’s many awe-inspiring galleries display over 35,000 works of art by the greatest masters of all time. Collections include Western European art from the medieval period to the mid 19th century, Islamic art and art and antiquities from ancient civilizations. The Louvre is open every day except Tuesday, and admission to the permanent collection costs €11 ($14.30) for adults. Admission to special exhibits costs €12, and a combined ticket costs €15.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The scale of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art is massive, and any art lover will find multiple sources of inspiration in the museum’s many galleries. The extensive collection includes over 2 million works of American, European, African, Asian, Oceanic, Byzantine [Read more…]
Today’s Hurricane Sandy Update- Yep, Sandy is a Jerk
November 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
First- sorry for my crazy yesterday. This is really getting to me. I know it could be worse, but sometimes it just really gets on you, know what I mean? PSE&G, supposedly prepared according to the many press releases and interviews they did up to the storm- now say they are extending state power turn on dates and that power will not be back for the state until Nov. 9th.
Nothing new to report. No power for us, still just the few houses in the town without. No heat- and it has gone below freezing. You can see your breath, [Read more…]
Hurricane Sandy Update
November 1, 2012 by 1 Comment
We are still with no power, heat, hot water, phones, etc. There are only 4 houses in the whole town that are in the same boat as we are. 4 total. It really stinks (insert colorful word here) to look out and see everyone have power but you and 3 others. PSE&G? Don’t seem to care, since there are just 4 houses, and in fact said so. Even though the wire was sparking, and it is a cross the street from the school that opened today, and the kids and parents use our street to turn around to go home in since it is super convenient….yes, school is open since everyone else has power.
The OEM- emergency management- closed down 2 days ago when the whole town’s power was restored. Well, almost everyone. No one seems worries about 4 dark, cold houses. In one house is an over 80 year old couple. Our [Read more…]
