Fashionable Cents

You know when you have those times in your life where you need change?

Such as a personal makeover? I am having one of those moments right now.

Last night I got my hair done and went with red highlights, which is a total change for me. Although I am not in love with the color, I am glad I went for the change.

I also am looking for new sunglasses that I hope my hubby will buy me for Mother's Day.

Does anyone have a pair that they love?

I am also feeling healthy again this week after having a bad sinus infection and so I am eating healthy (for me healthy is Dairy free/gluten free) and trying to do the treadmill a few times a week.

I found a photo of me from vacation two years ago and it has motivated me to continue to lose the last of the post-pregnancy weight (aka the "baby" will be two in June!)

One of the biggest reasons I love reading all of your blogs is because you all inspire me in so many ways!

Declutter and Get Green

I love to declutter as much as the next person. Who doesn't love a more simplified space?

Sometimes the biggest problem is getting motivated. Or getting over the fact it is overwhelming to start a particular task.

However, as I have mentioned before, the best way for me to get over any of this is to know that I can make money decluttering!

I have already made several hundred dollars at a children's consignment shop getting rid of my girls' old clothes and toys they have outgrown.

And I also have made money selling baby items and other household items on Craigslist.

My next are to declutter? I am going to go through unwanted books once again and sell them online.

It is not a huge moneymaker, but it is good knowing that the books will get a second life. I can make a few dollars and they ship for free!

Spring Tablescape Inspiration

Photos courtesy of A Jubilee Event, Martha Stewart and Tory Birch.


I have to be honest.

My dining room table is completely empty and lacking inspiration.

Well, almost empty.

Other than the crayons, markers, coloring books and my girls' original artwork.

So I have been searching for some inspiration.

It is especially hard because here in the New England we are still having below average temps and it feels like winter!

I hope everyone has a great week!

Ready and Waiting...

Sunday may have been the first day of spring, but we are expecting snow tomorrow for the second time this week!

I am not going to let that dampen my spirits!

My husband, the girls and I went out together on Sunday and I bought my seeds for my summer garden!

I am excited for three reasons:

First, other than the initial cost of the seeds, I am going to be saving money at the grocery store.

Second, I do not have to worry about what pesticides may have been used on my food.

Third, the girls and I can have fun outside tending to the garden.

Now all I have to do is wait for the weather to get a little warmer to plant the seeds.

Hometown Girl Giveaway

If you do not already follow Susan over at Hometown Girl, I suggest that you go check her out!

She has a beautiful blog~she is an amazing photographer, a talented crafter, post yummy looking dishes and has two really sweet Etsy shops.

She is also hosting a wonderful giveaway for her 500th post! She is giving away everything in the picture above!

A Big Thank You To Humble Pie

I am so greatful to have gotten to know so many of you wonderful ladies in blogland.

Kind, generous, intelligent, and creative ladies who love God and love their families.

One of these ladies who has touched my heart so dearly is Lissa from Humble Pie.

Lissa just started her own line of products called "Keep It Simple, Keep It Fresh".

She is selling these awesome aprons.

And the best part is~ I won one!

If you are interested in getting one of your own, please visit her blog where she has a link to buy one.

And fitting in perfectly with the theme is that my package arrived yesterday afternoon just a few hours before my gluten-free cooking class!

A lot of the information included local restaurants and where to buy gluten-free products, but I wanted to share with you a few things I learned.

There is a website: www.glutenfreeregistry.com for restaurants that feature GF menu options.

I have been lactose intolerant for several years and continue to have GI issues so I now live a Gluten-Free Lactose-Free lifestyle.

Shelter Box

I know all of us have one thing on our mind this week and I wanted to pass this info along that I read over at Dreamy Whites today.

I had never heard of Shelter Box, so I thought I would post about it today.

I am also still donating 10% from my Etsy sales to the American Red Cross as well to aid the victims of Japan.