tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80392643246285952072024-03-14T08:25:31.169-07:00Paper Court PressPaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.comBlogger144125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-36345000043762769782013-04-22T08:48:00.000-07:002013-04-22T08:48:15.949-07:00ReentryReentry into life after a week of sunny vacation can be brutal, especially when it's 55 degrees and raining upon arrival in Seattle. As the work week begins, I'm thankful the sun has made an appearance is will be sticking around for several days.<br />
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Sunshiny days remind me that life is beautiful and I am so blessed!<br />
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PaperCourtPresshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13807517965746400408noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-70850655973228852062013-04-04T11:18:00.003-07:002013-04-04T11:20:23.149-07:00Under a Big TopWhile it may appear that I've been under a rock for the past 8 months, in all actuality, I've been "Under a Big Top" as co-chair of my boys' school's vintage circus themed auction. While this was by far the largest volunteer job I've ever undertaken, I am so happy I did it. The friendships I made with my amazing co-chair and team of volunteers will last forever!<br />
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Now on to the show. We started "auction season" with our logo and team expectations....<br />
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Eight months and many hours of work later, 380+ guests filled the venue for the Greatest Show on Earth......</div>
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Our silent auction was split into three sections with different closing times :: the blue horse, the orange tiger, and the pink elephant. The animals were cut out of wood, painted then mounted on gold painted PVC. The centerpieces in the dining room were smaller versions of the same animal silhouettes covered in gold glitter. Two dads on the decor team were instrumental in cutting the 66 animals and our decor chair glittered 45 animals in her dining room. Needless to say, I'm sure her house has a "NO GLITTER" policy now. The photo of the big top was purchased on Etsy and projected onto the wall.</div>
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When seated for dinner, every parent had a ticket on their plate that read, "Your children are your ticket to the Greatest Show on Earth." And the faculty and staff had tickets that read, "Education is the not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. - William Butler Yeats" It was very important for us to honor the teachers who educate our children day in and day out.</div>
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It was a successful night on all fronts and I'm thrilled to focus on my family and business again!</div>
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I was looking for a bold yet simple fabric to add the pop of color I needed. After searching through books and books of fabric at a local store, I settled on <a href="http://www.duralee.com/fabrics/product.php?pattern_id=16562" target="_blank">Duralee Thomas Paul Silhouette</a> in turquoise. And come to find out I had <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/182606959861454184/" target="_blank">pinned a photo of the fabric</a> on Pinterest the previous week. Clearly, meant to be!<br />
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I bought one yard of fabric {$65/yard} and two sets of stretcher bars {purchased at <a href="http://www.danielsmith.com/ItemSearch--search-stretcher--srcin-1" target="_blank">Daniel Smith</a> for $60} for a grand total of $125. You can't beat that price for two 22" x 48" panels. I'm definitely pleased with the results. What do you think?<br />
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And that's our pooch, Tessie, modeling the "coziness" of our updated foyer!PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-74918324234758826352012-06-19T16:39:00.002-07:002012-06-19T21:02:54.340-07:00DIY Necklace Holder<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As I was confined to our basement with a sick dog who can't navigate stairs, I decided to work on my latest DIY project, a holder for my necklaces. Thanks to the lovely, <a href="http://onefabulousmom.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">One Fabulous Mom</a>, I love costume jewelry. It all started when OFM hosted a giveaway of a Banana Republic gift card that was to be used on accessories only. I'm a simple girl and up to that point, I hadn't even dreamed of wearing bright jewelry to accessorize. All it took was one $10 purchase and I was officially hooked. <br />
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I spend very little on accessories. Most of the necklaces on this board where purchased from Target, Old Navy, Forever 21 and Loft. Stella and Dot also made the board but only because I hosted a party.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span">This board is made from a simple cork board purchased from Staples. I planned to staple the white fabric I had on hand to the back of the frame but ended up gluing it because of a stapler malfunction. It may not last with the glue but it'll work for now. I also wanted to add a small decorative element to the board so I painted the pink strip on the bottom with acrylic paint. Voilá!</span><br />
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In an attempt to motivate my boys to read this summer, I created a game of "Summer Reading Bingo" complete with coupons and a golden tickets as rewards. And with a new Menchies opening up in the neighborhood, the coupons are going to come in very handy for frozen yogurt treats. Thanks to Pinterest for the inspiration.<br />
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Click <a href="https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B5yYI72QvvotcnpLUHFBM1E4SDA" target="_blank">here</a> for a free printable of the Summer Reading Bingo!<br />
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And <a href="https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B5yYI72QvvotVHNuRnJXbVEyNmM" target="_blank">here</a> for the coupons and golden ticket!<br />
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Happy Summer!<br />
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<br />PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-46371023059526715972011-10-25T14:19:00.000-07:002011-10-25T14:24:25.160-07:00Queen of Halloween<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizVtZvM_rRvAF2fkHYSiUGZzf2TqmnjNH9gNII5MRI2vif85HYa8m7MXe8M-qEFCwi_rl0az_xr3BlOc6g5UqOnOMvEW8tRMPDxFM8UAhb_DSMgip1INNwTaD5lawMSkbcK7GTuPtxSyk/s1600/brooklyn+halloween.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizVtZvM_rRvAF2fkHYSiUGZzf2TqmnjNH9gNII5MRI2vif85HYa8m7MXe8M-qEFCwi_rl0az_xr3BlOc6g5UqOnOMvEW8tRMPDxFM8UAhb_DSMgip1INNwTaD5lawMSkbcK7GTuPtxSyk/s400/brooklyn+halloween.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5667543077342810178" /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">Photo from Brooklyn Limestone blog</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>I'm convinced that <a href="http://www.brooklynlimestone.com/2011/10/halloween-decor-reveal-welcome-to.html">Brooklyn Limestone</a> is the "Queen of Halloween". Seriously, go to her blog and check out her decorations! It makes my measly Joanne's spider and webs look absurd. I'm in awe!PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-43577044037733052532011-10-19T05:39:00.000-07:002011-10-19T05:39:01.023-07:00{wordless wednesday}<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio_hX_1yTI5rbBG3vjpW3FmJPjdP6w52qO-jNEchIMUvA3tHnm5vxBY_PVaja4h0FvFTjuUrlti38vboOAg4t3_czUZSgGSHTztfFiKPH0_8VCZF9F6B0e99X5wLVEwBeD8zDd2Su-3kE/s1600/IMGP8854.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio_hX_1yTI5rbBG3vjpW3FmJPjdP6w52qO-jNEchIMUvA3tHnm5vxBY_PVaja4h0FvFTjuUrlti38vboOAg4t3_czUZSgGSHTztfFiKPH0_8VCZF9F6B0e99X5wLVEwBeD8zDd2Su-3kE/s400/IMGP8854.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5664967411019215746" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCtp-OXlKynXY9yvG12uNU5yyO-dgekVe6JTVvMHiPJdgEz5T83-DXq3AumYhDpOH_Eo_mXVK70PwavNbLiN12EUphaAIv8JrIqPCpV8C-1xQgf_P6Sz57hiDBeGgjHfX9zyADjEKrAJo/s1600/IMGP8861.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCtp-OXlKynXY9yvG12uNU5yyO-dgekVe6JTVvMHiPJdgEz5T83-DXq3AumYhDpOH_Eo_mXVK70PwavNbLiN12EUphaAIv8JrIqPCpV8C-1xQgf_P6Sz57hiDBeGgjHfX9zyADjEKrAJo/s400/IMGP8861.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5664966163414628098" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBuSJunhcl3Ql9cpcQkkyCYHclyEfMXqzEpjBVyPu7XuruRyPcMA9EzakucNBjw9_sUFgt42Mxth0VBtbqEJYPFb4eUK-P2swPWKbOSOojiv8-ugW8KhiJ2PTUgGBzKSpEhwaStFp8TVs/s1600/IMGP8852.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBuSJunhcl3Ql9cpcQkkyCYHclyEfMXqzEpjBVyPu7XuruRyPcMA9EzakucNBjw9_sUFgt42Mxth0VBtbqEJYPFb4eUK-P2swPWKbOSOojiv8-ugW8KhiJ2PTUgGBzKSpEhwaStFp8TVs/s400/IMGP8852.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5664966155825876994" /></a>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-41179340707629155662011-10-14T08:40:00.000-07:002011-10-14T14:15:32.144-07:00Halloween Party Games & Activities for the kiddos<div style="text-align: left;">Looking for ideas to keep your youngest Halloween party guests entertained? Here are a few games and activities for school or home celebrations:</div><div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><a href="http://familyfun.go.com/playtime/skeleton-scavenger-hunt-787587/">Skeleton Scavenger Hunt</a> {Family Fun Magazine}</b></div><div> <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:documentproperties> <o:template>Normal.dotm</o:Template> <o:revision>0</o:Revision> <o:totaltime>0</o:TotalTime> <o:pages>1</o:Pages> <o:words>84</o:Words> <o:characters>480</o:Characters> <o:company>PaperCourt Press</o:Company> <o:lines>4</o:Lines> <o:paragraphs>1</o:Paragraphs> <o:characterswithspaces>589</o:CharactersWithSpaces> <o:version>12.0</o:Version> </o:DocumentProperties> <o:officedocumentsettings> <o:allowpng/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:trackmoves>false</w:TrackMoves> <w:trackformatting/> <w:punctuationkerning/> <w:drawinggridhorizontalspacing>18 pt</w:DrawingGridHorizontalSpacing> <w:drawinggridverticalspacing>18 pt</w:DrawingGridVerticalSpacing> <w:displayhorizontaldrawinggridevery>0</w:DisplayHorizontalDrawingGridEvery> <w:displayverticaldrawinggridevery>0</w:DisplayVerticalDrawingGridEvery> <w:validateagainstschemas/> <w:saveifxmlinvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:ignoremixedcontent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:alwaysshowplaceholdertext>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:dontgrowautofit/> <w:dontautofitconstrainedtables/> <w:dontvertalignintxbx/> </w:Compatibility> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:latentstyles deflockedstate="false" latentstylecount="276"> </w:LatentStyles> </xml><![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ascii-font-family:Cambria; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Cambria; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;} </style> <![endif]--> <!--StartFragment--> <img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 260px; height: 260px; " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjuh1jeAyuEMByuldKvJMNGhfg8DCzn9i83mCZ2JJ8rQU-BFiYzpB_OL2rnrt9QA16M_fyQ_kXErfAeCY6fU6tXgoklMDgM3kdfiVnuOpQrxdTWZ73QJ_A1QezQmbQDbz6fa-7UjKRMnk/s400/skeleton-scavenger-hunt-games-photo-260-FF1009HALLA19.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663374570685513794" /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:x-small;">Photo from<a href="http://familyfun.go.com/"> Family Fun</a></span></div></div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style=" ;font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><b>What You Need</b></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><ul><li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;">Large cardboard or plastic skeleton decoration</span></li><li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;">Long sheet of paper</span></li><li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;">Marker</span></li><li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;">Tacks or tape</span></li></ul><p></p> <b><p class="MsoNormal" style="display: inline !important; "><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Georgia; mso-bidi-font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">Instructions</span></p></b><p class="MsoNormal"></p><ul style="font-weight: bold; "><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;">Trace a large cardboard or plastic skeleton decoration on a long sheet of paper. (Use a skeleton with movable limbs like the one shown here.)</span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;">Next, carefully take the skeleton apart at its joints and hide the parts around your house or yard.</span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;">During the party, ask the kids to "unearth" the bones and reassemble the skeleton by tacking or taping the parts onto the outline. When the skinny spook has been re-created, celebrate by giving each player a small prize.</span></li></ul><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;"><b><a href="http://www.bhg.com/halloween/parties/halloween-party-games/#page=4">Halloween Tossing Game</a> {Better Homes & Gardens}</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">Download and print the Better Homes and Gardens patterns (<a href="http://www.bhg.com/halloween/parties/halloween-party-games/#page=4">found here</a>), a sign for the Can Toss game and one to wrap each can. Measure around the cans and cut printed papers to wrap around them; secure with glue. Arrange the cans on a tiered shelf with designated points. Provide the kids with table tennis balls to toss into the cans.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family:Georgia, serif;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVaQ2oqKgCviqvbOAdLX2UCMuT5SrkGZa7jGlZXqIltq8sVizvpq-qzUCo9Q8RH34wSUoHGREapomFbcURbsSPObokyBFR5L3Mus9cB5dcwXZXIK7LEUPjOpBRW3yoDynvoJTFPeLDXlw/s400/tossing+game.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663377838551733490" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 360px; height: 400px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:85%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family:Georgia, serif;">Photo from <a href="http://bhg.com/">Better Homes & Gardens</a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family:Georgia, serif;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="http://www.oopseydaisyblog.com/2011/09/roll-a-jack-o-lantern-creative-carousel.html#more-6602">Roll a Jack-O-Lantern</a> {my own interpretation of a game at Oopsey Daisy Blog}</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLPHy1qxKZuGlxN4_aXhw6ujm0KSg_6NdvjwygzPuZFhKb5QfL2LO5jG67ZccHsrio8qzJhu76Rgct3jyUgwX4gyHDZhfA-DLw8lR3yssLxG9H-Eh_n6Uoz944w7CZWToM6zcBurg3d2E/s320/roll-a-jack-o-lantern.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5663456462925731122" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 247px; height: 320px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;color:#0000ee;"><a href="https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B5yYI72QvvotY2UyODkzZDItNTI2Yy00NDk4LTlmZDMtYTM1Nzc4NWU4ZDAy&hl=en_US">FREE printable from PaperCourt Press</a></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><b>What you need</b></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">Pumpkins cut out of construction paper</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">Eyes, noses, mouths and teeth cut outs (or markers for the kids to draw the features)</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">Dice (I'd love to find a huge die to use for little kid's kindergarten party but a small set will work just fine.)</span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Instructions</b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;font-size:100%;">Roll the die and let the kids create their crazy pumpkin!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(38, 38, 38); font-family:arial;font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family:Georgia, serif;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;"><br /></span></div><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination:none;tab-stops:11.0pt .5in;mso-layout-grid-align: none;text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family:Arial;font-size:12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></p> <!--EndFragment--></div></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-65693835468352771822011-10-13T04:21:00.000-07:002011-10-13T11:26:56.620-07:00Easiest Pork Tenderloin recipeThe busiest time of year is among us so I'm here to share a scrumptious easy weeknight dinner :: <b><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/amazing-pork-tenderloin-in-the-slow-cooker/detail.aspx">Amazing Pork Tenderloin in the Slow Cooker</a></b>.<div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;"><b>Ingredients</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">1 (2 lb) pork tenderloin</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">1 cup water</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">3/4 cup red wine</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">3 tablespoons minced garlic</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">3 tablespoons soy sauce</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#666666;">freshly ground black pepper to taste</span></div><div><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family: georgia; line-height: 16px; font-size: medium; "><b>Directions</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); line-height: 16px; font-family:georgia;font-size:medium;">Place pork tenderloin in a slow cooker with the contents of the soup packet. Pour water, wine, and soy sauce over the top, turning the pork to coat. Carefully spread garlic over the pork, leaving as much on top of the roast during cooking as possible. Sprinkle with pepper, cover, and</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); line-height: 16px; font-family:georgia;font-size:medium;"> cook on low setting for 4 hours. Serve with cooking liquid on the side as au jus.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); line-height: 16px; font-family:georgia;font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 16px; font-family:georgia;font-size:medium;">It was delicious and moist and so very easy!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family:Verdana, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:11px;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><br /></span></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-family:Verdana, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:11px;"><div class="recipe-details-lg" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; 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margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">Photo from <a href="http://www.lechatgourmet.com/lcg/">Le Chat Gourmet</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For the salad course, a <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/salad/recipe-warm-butternut-squash-and-arugula-salad-018669">Warm Butternut Squash and Arugula</a> salad hits the spot.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM6W0-WcDU3i-sFITwNR3DP1wuxMLFTtDaFUnHdiltYMJqvjB7DqvqXR-BlibAo_RsGnA2tifpUxzGj8M1SwM0JQdpCLdrmGDU1CX5Qo47hDm0i-QlW2KfI66qR2aE-WWL9XZzoDAZme4/s400/warm+butternut+squash.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5659114814277846738" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 225px; height: 300px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">Photo from<a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/"> Apartment Therapy The Kitchn</a></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"> And for the main course, <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Beef-Tenderloin-with-Garlic-Horseradish-Cream-230745">Beef Tenderloin with Garlic Horseradish</a> served with a side of <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Potato-Ghosts-356191">Potato Ghosts</a>.</div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy1MR5Qvfjzvk9ZBQuf5YvkKQ5mDqW0ky3gmzfZq4HI2furM9HcdOSVLfJedaxYGaxg9iOqu1Gtkt0xS3TwWbOTBcXXmt9AebhsmNb9uUdAQ76IS-hMXDLO4IfXtL1-iwul4jemBkWzSM/s1600/potato+ghosts.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy1MR5Qvfjzvk9ZBQuf5YvkKQ5mDqW0ky3gmzfZq4HI2furM9HcdOSVLfJedaxYGaxg9iOqu1Gtkt0xS3TwWbOTBcXXmt9AebhsmNb9uUdAQ76IS-hMXDLO4IfXtL1-iwul4jemBkWzSM/s400/potato+ghosts.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5659114814007262130" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 330px; " /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;">Photo from <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/">Epicurious</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>No party is complete without dessert so try <a href="http://www.epicureanmom.com/2011/09/no-bake-spiderweb-cheesecake.html">Epicurean Mom's No-Bake Spiderweb Cheesecake.</a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCToqWGBL5bagceEYvXKnxOzpKqusxuyoM2mUqlA7tEFP3cnz2GIe2bnPr76YtXDnlHVuGPYybj5rUYclISJFPGIuiueTZo0iebQd0pBPOKshCFop2Ql5sOtO6Jm1cjnT11Fi5WAzG_B0/s400/no-bake+spiderweb.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5659131240519099362" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">Photo from<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000ee;"> <a href="http://www.epicureanmom.com/">Epicurean Mom</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;">Later this week, I'll have drink recommendations to round out your Halloween dinner party!</span></div><div><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica"><br /></p></div></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-55949120822160859662011-09-30T05:40:00.000-07:002011-10-05T08:51:17.506-07:00FREE....<div style="text-align: left;">Now that I have your attention there are FREE cute Halloween printables at <a href="http://www.bhg.com/halloween/crafts/free-halloween-printables-projects/#page=3">Better Homes & Gardens.</a></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm definitely adding these vinyl embellishments to my IKEA lanterns.</div><div><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqWLzd8prHbv5K5Ww7dDTdAspqBu7sp-0_A5E6evc_P5tkG7B89Gd5nYoKt2atexCibp-vz06WDFtnl-Ne2Fsdc64NU-Pw5-It5WRAfdmq8wVXHVnRYHD9WXfDcz3GfTD8EvPaZJ6vsbg/s400/bhg+lanterns.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657822846468319170" /><div><br /></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-79652705353321717312011-09-29T04:00:00.000-07:002011-09-29T04:00:12.680-07:00Last chance for Halloween invitations<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDBSVuKZlEHGUaNUbuRzq66wctK8dgw38kT1f30ntf-NuhLsUGI1yC50JrONdZZmIsz4QgLkBD9QuTsZGYXiqCQvFINUB4F2HAOf6mknx61YfJZQF6EdeCQriP9On9TYxu5Gd7Raot_dg/s1600/halloween-chevron-ds.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 293px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDBSVuKZlEHGUaNUbuRzq66wctK8dgw38kT1f30ntf-NuhLsUGI1yC50JrONdZZmIsz4QgLkBD9QuTsZGYXiqCQvFINUB4F2HAOf6mknx61YfJZQF6EdeCQriP9On9TYxu5Gd7Raot_dg/s400/halloween-chevron-ds.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657139017971031058" /></a>How about this lovely black, white and orange chevron invitation? I think it's perfect for a Halloween dinner party!PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-2485774150440189142011-09-27T12:31:00.001-07:002011-09-27T13:03:44.246-07:00Boo! Back with more Halloween ideas....<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span">At Back-to-School night yesterday, I signed up to help with little kid's Kindergarten Halloween party. </span>There are both peanut and gluten allergies in his class so <span class="Apple-style-span">I've been all over Pinterest looking for inspiration. So far, I've found a few great ideas!</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:7;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 17px;"><br /></span></span></div><div><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/halloween-skeletons-and-skulls#slide_3">Skull Lollipops</a> -</div><div>Leave it to Martha to come up with this adorable party favor idea. And my google research says that marshmallows are gluten free. SCORE!</div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitnK2NQ65iD-CaYTc7yiA4yMXC0iF7GOPNewlVJAZWX9TIMiHn6toLHtH2ylUpC6x6rdIs8szkh7ZSecVKCMp4gRxRd67MQO6AAlZu7HTsRud8WZ9vs_f68VK31MLOr-Ig_cswvlkVrok/s400/skull+lollipops.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657127027138596626" /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">Photo from <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/halloween-skeletons-and-skulls#slide_3">Martha Stewart</a></span></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/Simple---Delicious-Magazine/Fun-Halloween-Food">Pumpkin Veggie Tray</a> -</div><div>I love this idea but I'm not sure it'll fly in a class of 5- and 6-year-olds. However, it does fit the "gluten free" and "peanut free" bill and it's healthy to boot.</div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7FXVgpYVvWOhYw7uegFKN7Y28YRo2tOfKHi9qfz1tMADZlb6FuiHXu_d70K4FrduSQjfMzU8Y_CKSXbndO6H7cXp-l_gBApW0JzfyJvaGqYYeKo2MELlcoltrCUpwVJ0KOwkAKJxIscE/s400/pumpkin+veggie+tray.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657125771792252738" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">Photo from <a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/Simple---Delicious-Magazine/Fun-Halloween-Food">Taste of Home</a></span></div></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" ><a href="http://onecharmingparty.com/2010/10/21/halloween-school-party-food-station/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 17px; ">F</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 17px; ">ruit Bat Kebabs</span></a> -</span></div><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span"><p style="margin-top: 1em; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;"><strong><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 17px; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEVA-v_2woZD53x-YvhiztMYBR7lADf1416gKf2a4GD7IKNOZ1Q1bt4jQrqSJHKMQre7NQ6nCxc6SW412n01A6iwmVun1IuShR5JBK42XLyXdyPbiNwMkrYwhvxZSeoPJTDToWmUJFiGk/s400/halloween-food-collage.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5657128674092603314" style="text-align: left; display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 179px; height: 400px; " /></span></strong></span></p><p style="text-align: center;margin-top: 1em; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 17px; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; ">Photo from <a href="http://onecharmingparty.com/">One Charming Party</a></span></span></p></span><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 17px; font-family:georgia;"><b>Supplies:</b> fruit (green grapes, strawberries, pineapple, etc.), skewers, plastic bat rings, hot glue</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 17px; font-family:georgia;"> gun and scissors.</span></div><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 17px; font-family:georgia;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 17px; font-family:georgia;">Simply cut the ring part off of the bat rings. Trim the skewers shorter if needed. Hot glue the bat to the top of the skewer. Slide the fruit onto the skewer. Trim the pointy end off the skewer if desired. </span></div></div><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 17px;"><br /></span></span></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-35289009449512394272011-09-13T06:00:00.000-07:002011-09-13T06:00:04.214-07:00Don't be SCARED....<div style="text-align: left;">Halloween planning doesn't need to be FRIGHTENING!</div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Check out these simple ideas to be the "ghoulest" person on your block...</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3V5PDbooAHDocuxxwA_tDjaIMDoJg4g09biS3uoBXi_vCeM2bq-AVZS_yntREWmtXasaTtqn-t9vm5dd0ipua6JPTu5V8fxxdEnbwU3C0gzrSZ3NMxDwVTtAZFGoZvGluwIiOIPm15_o/s320/tombstone+taco+dip.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651702074026822722" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">Tombstone Taco Dip from <a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipe/poultry/tombstone-taco-dip/">Better Homes & Gardens</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHnCcl7_pAO02i00tCzNXDAvttTSaaRh0fSKUPuD7reVqbZCKtbzYxWWdIamcg4vMi83os08i0axgatEOP0WKufQjURYEvQjC27yA2fY3Od2AYBe5AUouptFovTmAXere52-2f7Ba_Lqc/s320/Ghouls+night+out.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651701109842689298" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">"Ghouls Night Out" from <a href="http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/do-it-yourself-halloween-decorations-1010">Country Living Magazine</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBMlaJhd4QzGpQheRo7h11KsJfH25Hl_3k3-OqQyqi1Kn8_K5nJbKJypiEXB0Ygf_Vm-owSEruTX5jSZmSybzcf6QpwyWhPgDudL-iO0lzkVz7iOd-HEmge67xVjOAx-exx4mI9fGC-8Y/s320/Floating+ghost.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651700211119921138" /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;">The Floating Ghost from <a href="http://www.everydayisacraftingday.com/2010/09/floating-ghost.html">Every Day is Crafting Day</a> blog</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs6WYVMBAMPqsEjW01Cu7ppzKX9FVCeKRPi5qbPHWhDrELycAte7JwDVMY-NEQZv0TdbBN-pEfv7b4gKvIrw_0BHxkI1eQPRljA0IN5ep8UTZcqWoAjCRfJ7OYWS7ZrKn40sxAPCA740c/s1600/Boo---ds.jpg" style="font-size: -webkit-xxx-large; " onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs6WYVMBAMPqsEjW01Cu7ppzKX9FVCeKRPi5qbPHWhDrELycAte7JwDVMY-NEQZv0TdbBN-pEfv7b4gKvIrw_0BHxkI1eQPRljA0IN5ep8UTZcqWoAjCRfJ7OYWS7ZrKn40sxAPCA740c/s400/Boo---ds.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651702381091069330" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 293px; " /></a><div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:85%;color:#0000ee;"><u><a href="http://www.papercourtpress.com/item_89/Boo-Invitation.htm">Invitation by PaperCourt Press</a></u></span></div></div></span></span><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Check back next week for school Halloween party tricks and treats!</div></div><div><br /></div></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-4947801267215125782011-07-18T08:47:00.000-07:002011-07-18T08:58:33.698-07:00DIY Dining Room Art<div><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIzXG0LS74devjPFALe_EzmruUS1cv6ZPUsYCZFDNAoMCVDft3tDhXfv9dXEQDEUV-oJv7kbmDNyFLGIXYk2T3xcy4tEOexFGUree8YSheNjttJ3PHZWspiXPhmueNmS6K15E6bq6HFJg/s1600/trad+home.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 271px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIzXG0LS74devjPFALe_EzmruUS1cv6ZPUsYCZFDNAoMCVDft3tDhXfv9dXEQDEUV-oJv7kbmDNyFLGIXYk2T3xcy4tEOexFGUree8YSheNjttJ3PHZWspiXPhmueNmS6K15E6bq6HFJg/s400/trad+home.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630721157108310002" /></a><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Traditional Home</span></u></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIzXG0LS74devjPFALe_EzmruUS1cv6ZPUsYCZFDNAoMCVDft3tDhXfv9dXEQDEUV-oJv7kbmDNyFLGIXYk2T3xcy4tEOexFGUree8YSheNjttJ3PHZWspiXPhmueNmS6K15E6bq6HFJg/s1600/trad+home.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">While thumbing through a recent issue of Traditional Home, I found the above inspiration for our bare dining room walls. The room desperately needed color and I didn't want to break the bank. With the help of Adobe Illustrator, IKEA and 3M Command Strips, I created the artwork for less than $100.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I love that as you walk up front walk of our traditional home, you see a modern pop of color through the front window.</div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiociVbLcZweN1JrQjZobGgErv1IdxJJNUhe8bE7Rt4UUC_76Z3TFJNahyE5z3D8Vtqo5hk6el7kqJqrWyMSuO77QbHoP3OBuqyVR3wGDihfvOmPGMRN8sKCilnKJ5bkLOdgceT_Z3ncog/s400/dining+room+art+2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630720049941037282" />PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-22455996707633490512011-07-13T09:51:00.000-07:002011-07-13T10:05:37.962-07:003...2...1...Blast off!<div style="text-align: left;">For your aspiring astronaut's next birthday celebration!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.papercourtpress.com/item_87/Blast-off-Invitation.htm">Prepare for Blast off....</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.papercourtpress.com/item_87/Blast-off-Invitation.htm">3....2....1.....</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.papercourtpress.com/item_87/Blast-off-Invitation.htm">It's Party Time!</a></div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 293px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBFF1mag8gEKe-XlDQLpPAnG8lFCKwnR_bH4Xfb_fnseKUNn-dpw_K-st8xGuAq6DXjWBcwbzuTm1Zm8AM51l88dBKnJExILvr0XBVUETiDMV8zxcTygQ31OjJXknMehSsKGHASiIKzHI/s400/blastoff-ds.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628880872147295586" /><div><div>Check out Space Party inspiration from <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/parties/space-party-704829/">Family Fun</a>, <a href="http://frostmeblog.blogspot.com/2011/06/space-themed-party-ideasinspiration.html">Frost Me</a>, and <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/265686/space-odyssey-birthday-party">Martha Stewart</a>.</div></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-67528949043698590572011-02-17T20:46:00.000-08:002011-02-17T20:54:47.424-08:00Settling in....<div style="text-align: left;">We've moved and that'll be my excuse for not posting in two months. We're settling in and decorating. When I find a few spare moments, I'll share before and after photos of our remodel. In the meantime, I'll leave you with this photo of our view and new <a href="http://www.kravet.com/htmlPages/fabric_collections_htm/smith.htm">Windsor Smith</a> drapes. I'm in love!</div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj99NkIr1n8LUzaJ5IDPx9B9b6sfRBxNZi080z8WzKwsqXEX0_sWBNuRYBci3uw2tP4xsmilzdHcQTfJVa6hYrTm2NAkzfo24zEE1l7w8-y3GBqdRgXCs2SVNz5mdjQ-5p8FAY-OwxWfXM/s400/IMGP5821.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5574887086456549922" />PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-81354707689278562802010-12-20T11:47:00.003-08:002010-12-20T11:48:56.471-08:00It's not too late for cards....If you missed Holiday cards, why not send New Year's Cards? Check them out at <a href="http://www.papercourtpress.com">PaperCourt Press</a>!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR9S5m2jFrorAWhQPUITVUkmlibX0i-8RXrSp79IxpYfe2Dl6f6VSmzAVtE_483W1qfp_HkCKLAa0NIeMbdsF_FgVpRsaKAu7vFE98eVnP55G5of1IHV3lZh_iUgPaBlkAhjBrJHtB0QU/s1600/colorful-new-year-ds.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 296px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR9S5m2jFrorAWhQPUITVUkmlibX0i-8RXrSp79IxpYfe2Dl6f6VSmzAVtE_483W1qfp_HkCKLAa0NIeMbdsF_FgVpRsaKAu7vFE98eVnP55G5of1IHV3lZh_iUgPaBlkAhjBrJHtB0QU/s400/colorful-new-year-ds.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5552853682889258706" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfUbr64-6QLbh-KKtVm7VUesUl7WDu_XGGPS5LFi_O3wX-7UJmzfFIpMDk4oPa1P4QMjLPreBmyw1vTXOd59lsp7MyTDQxy3Q8tOCVG25faYBNQ2-g1CJ6scEZ6fbMZAkUbwXLYeg1C20/s1600/coral-stripes-ds.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 293px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfUbr64-6QLbh-KKtVm7VUesUl7WDu_XGGPS5LFi_O3wX-7UJmzfFIpMDk4oPa1P4QMjLPreBmyw1vTXOd59lsp7MyTDQxy3Q8tOCVG25faYBNQ2-g1CJ6scEZ6fbMZAkUbwXLYeg1C20/s400/coral-stripes-ds.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5552853678569182690" /></a>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-9729876898255742332010-11-28T00:01:00.000-08:002010-11-28T19:11:07.365-08:00CYBER MONDAY 40% off holiday cards<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv7w0p6sKrpOdT0dkDDddEs8kmBhtEGPVmnCqhE_tIPmqGxUOarjtXzRbE0cvem0t7pkLaVRGM6XawjUUIKOwhMv9wzz6D2RzA31a6eTul62claWQ85wlUNWCLk9sUIQ8SZH7SZ_IpInM/s1600/cyber+monday+40.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 288px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv7w0p6sKrpOdT0dkDDddEs8kmBhtEGPVmnCqhE_tIPmqGxUOarjtXzRbE0cvem0t7pkLaVRGM6XawjUUIKOwhMv9wzz6D2RzA31a6eTul62claWQ85wlUNWCLk9sUIQ8SZH7SZ_IpInM/s400/cyber+monday+40.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544803816228401010" /></a><br />No time to chat...I'm busy making cards! Don't miss this opportunity to take advantage of our biggest sale yet!<div><br /></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-7491443405209124912010-11-27T08:21:00.001-08:002010-11-27T08:22:39.996-08:00Thanksgiving Sale!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzRvZWgy1hYd9jhwO84GTSmTTlyq7zJhcLUDRVQy9-9KfmFLxTeBelCfoZm8n_Q4u9LUpyFZDBFqa_PVDaNfbkTo1J4NSvHH3azEfmBKpGaJOjgqGT0t883pVGaVfFOkQ99fG370VRWnc/s1600/thanksgiving-sale.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 319px; height: 225px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzRvZWgy1hYd9jhwO84GTSmTTlyq7zJhcLUDRVQy9-9KfmFLxTeBelCfoZm8n_Q4u9LUpyFZDBFqa_PVDaNfbkTo1J4NSvHH3azEfmBKpGaJOjgqGT0t883pVGaVfFOkQ99fG370VRWnc/s400/thanksgiving-sale.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544265573242383602" /></a>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-69629033512414564852010-11-11T00:37:00.000-08:002010-11-11T00:37:00.728-08:0025% off holiday cards!<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeJxI3DL9tFmyVkZbBkumjI_3XsCiUVHBTpolEO2FxQ401h2Q5QLLLAAaYvtsNT8MuPE0uttf6bH-MTysa4dF1D3tONGY0wsBeMAexVa2PBOIe39Ry6JS48-Kk205fqqrqqfwBzHHMTH4/s400/IMGP5007.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532416175208386754" /></a></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg03EisLQxRkYpwfui0xo0BfQgdX8kEhdzn0ejJLyvhLi-jOPvCOORy9-KZzB8C66uveCPnEye_rdtotFGRX8DjAxh5t3i3eZ76AFE-DT9LY_WNtcdLzdUOar60HvdkrebVgU6WK9CTQE/s1600/IMGP5014.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg03EisLQxRkYpwfui0xo0BfQgdX8kEhdzn0ejJLyvhLi-jOPvCOORy9-KZzB8C66uveCPnEye_rdtotFGRX8DjAxh5t3i3eZ76AFE-DT9LY_WNtcdLzdUOar60HvdkrebVgU6WK9CTQE/s400/IMGP5014.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532416163349555490" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1puKQTc7X-9uNQQUJZ6DQ1EoMikjmdiOakcnKDIVoY0goXRb3u1Ea8dHpCGpmeQhRC4h8rV37wYB5pePI8QiL5ElFjcwPxIxY-22o6wNfgtn3Ot8KRXMHczh5SXN6XHMMsGQ9dVj7Ezo/s1600/IMGP5006.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1puKQTc7X-9uNQQUJZ6DQ1EoMikjmdiOakcnKDIVoY0goXRb3u1Ea8dHpCGpmeQhRC4h8rV37wYB5pePI8QiL5ElFjcwPxIxY-22o6wNfgtn3Ot8KRXMHczh5SXN6XHMMsGQ9dVj7Ezo/s400/IMGP5006.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532416153543892434" /></a></div><br />Our recent real estate transaction went south last week and I had the perfect "pick me up" - a weekend in Savannah for a family wedding. My mom, sister, grandmother and I rented an apartment on Jones Street right next door to the famous Mrs. Wilkes' Boarding House. We had read reviews about paranormal activity in the apartment but thankfully we had a pleasant, ghost-free weekend. And I realized that although I spent a lot of time in Savannah in college, I had never gone beyond River Street to see the real beauty of the city.<div><br /><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHrQYdZqohB1QCLfqO4m14TxtlEqpAP0t8cL_TJfO93sMLeS50HyUgv75XXaWbBf749pXnVj4OwztKfkXqjpVjJVbWHtSJQhv3imqMSH0JfzHGmFwqTYyVNULPM_jfv2AgpGlJDAZfm-w/s400/IMGP5004.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532416157772655538" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px; " /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Our apartment</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1puKQTc7X-9uNQQUJZ6DQ1EoMikjmdiOakcnKDIVoY0goXRb3u1Ea8dHpCGpmeQhRC4h8rV37wYB5pePI8QiL5ElFjcwPxIxY-22o6wNfgtn3Ot8KRXMHczh5SXN6XHMMsGQ9dVj7Ezo/s1600/IMGP5006.JPG"></a>The shopping was amazing. My favorite store, <a href="http://www.onefishstore.com/">One Fish Two Fish</a>, was just doors down from our apartment. They had beautiful artwork by <a href="http://bellamyart.com/">Bellamy Murphy</a>. Once we find a house, I want this Oyster picture...</div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5yadJNSlbwhR7zTTfuBq9aHsfQpP-AftwtcdnHKurtVEjRHvihIijB3Dfab77HLk3XyiWxH3s3XNJvF_pUpqPfdMYA9WoFDS_Rn8ZFZYsOjAv-PMqRrItEMb67i1Diz6DC8BaYlFTNn0/s400/bellamyart.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532420801201635378" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 263px; " /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">photo courtesy BellamyArt.com</span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Next to One Fish Two Fish, is my all time favorite lighting store, <a href="http://www.circalighting.com/">Circa Lighting</a>. I've been coveting the <a href="http://www.circalighting.com/details.aspx?pid=569">Bryant Chandelier</a> for years and it was so great to browse their entire collection.</div><div><br /></div><div>And no weekend in Southeast Georgia would be complete without a trip to my alma mater in Statesboro. My sister and I drove to Georgia Southern for lunch a Snookies and a stop at the ADPi house. What fun!</div><div><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimc5KWIZhpgji5cTLTFRb_BD0s9CxU9g79Jv0LKTl0HpyaIwjruBjaKXIPx1teHOAR2gvIXItf3Ai4eNNN31-h2ya-Zb1w1LDTqkEzykUJg24Kjsz-Wnil5TXlZZsi1skCwRs1NeLvmFg/s400/IMGP5071.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532422003594012210" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><br /></span></div><div> <div>It was a quick weekend but a 5-hour flight with no kids is not so bad! And I hope to return to Savannah again soon.</div></div></div></div></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-43381334803160785182010-10-04T10:20:00.001-07:002010-10-04T11:03:28.070-07:00On the move....<div style="text-align: left;">We're moving! Only 5 blocks away but we'll have more space and I get to decorate. Hip hip hooray!</div><div><br /></div><div>The boys are less than thrilled about the move. They're losing a playroom (until we finish the basement) and they'll be farther from the park. They clearly don't understand my need for a master bath and a walk-in closet.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>In an attempt to make the transition go smoothly, I plan to have their room decorated before we move in. Below is the idea board I've put together. I plan to accessorize with <a href="http://www.orkposters.com/seattle.html">maps</a>, an antique globe and <a href="http://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Antique-Metal-Bi-Plane-Airplane-Model-Toy-Replica/2897831/product.html">airplanes</a> hanging from the ceiling. We already own the Taylor Cargo Quilt pictured below (minus the batman shams) and monogramed chambray shams. I plan to put the madras quilts folded at the end of the bed.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitmVdk34Wa0F8BqyMUjbzNXKqPf2Zap3a-eiNfn7s2Suc8x4uJNLj5mUelr6dHB8oYX6QNU3y3oeP5mxEx5pnXQ4P-7V99at2zpXihuFS4y_Z-5_p4RHAGGyqVcqi5Jeg5jE6cXDtrx6A/s400/boys-room-idea-board.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524252654242489394" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photo credits (clockwise from the top): </span><a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/chandeliers-pendants/large-finley-off-white-pendant-lamp/s684069"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Crate & Barrel Finley Pendant Lamp</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">, </span><a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/kendall-bunk-bed/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">PB Kids Kendall Bunk Bed</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> in espresso, </span><a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/red-boys-rugby-stripe-rug/?pkey=x%7C4%7C1%7C%7C3%7Crugby%20stripe%20rug%7C%7C0&cm_src=SCH"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">PB Kids Rugby Stripe Rug</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">, PB Kids Taylor Cargo Duvet (no longer available), </span><a href="http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/madras-quilted-bedding/?pkey=x%7C4%7C1%7C%7C3%7Cmadras%20quilt%7C%7C0&cm_src=SCH"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">PB Kids Madras Quilted Bedding</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> and </span><a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/60071358"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">IKEA Expedit Shelving</span></a></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-38741492373515731872010-09-30T13:52:00.001-07:002010-09-30T13:54:42.214-07:00Sibling RivalryAre the kids at each other's throats?<div><br /></div><div>Here are a few tips from the folks at Love & Logic to help with the madness:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times; font-size: medium; "><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,Geneva,Swiss,SunSans-Regular;font-size:85%;color:#000000;"><ol><li><strong><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">Whether we do extra things for kids who are battling with each other.</span></strong></li><strong><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"> </span></strong><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><br />It's perfectly reasonable for a parent to say, "This is such a bummer. I'm tired-out from listening to you arguing with each other. I don't have the energy to drive you to your friends' houses."<br /><br /></span><li><strong><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">Whether we allow certain items to remain in our homes.</span></strong></li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><br />A friend of ours said to her kids, "This is so sad. Every time you guys play with that game you get in a fight. I gave it away so it wouldn't be a problem anymore."<br /><br /></span><li><strong><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">Whether we allow their fighting to interrupt our responsibilities and time.</span></strong></li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><br />Have you ever noticed how kids tend to argue and bicker with each other when you are trying to do something that requires your complete attention such as trying to talk on the phone? If you feel secure that your kids won’t harm each other, it's probably best to say, "This is really draining my energy. You guys need to work this out or go your separate ways."<br /><br /></span><li><strong><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">Whether we give them "bonding opportunities."</span></strong></li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><br />When your kids start to battle with each other, experiment with saying, "Sounds like you guys need some bonding time." Then assign them some chores to give them an opportunity to feel the love.</span></ol></span></span></div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8039264324628595207.post-61161672386138148392010-09-08T21:20:00.001-07:002010-09-08T21:27:47.685-07:00Relaxing at the beach<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaYxeyVHHS0_NWrXFwEaRYcgnxEhB8rCajoj5WrWlUde2ZNvnQ81Iqm392XFEU-NN18Y9ynshKjKIBPcuFQx9FKJ2dL7odqQ3uHiknZdYdEZo1C-NgEw77lILFRsNohwLYR8ilHNPeVb4/s1600/IMGP4604.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaYxeyVHHS0_NWrXFwEaRYcgnxEhB8rCajoj5WrWlUde2ZNvnQ81Iqm392XFEU-NN18Y9ynshKjKIBPcuFQx9FKJ2dL7odqQ3uHiknZdYdEZo1C-NgEw77lILFRsNohwLYR8ilHNPeVb4/s400/IMGP4604.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514764820432056946" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHulRt5M0Air_z7_lZANr3oWLzGjFfmVmNM5YMBEbvwiePtsacKJFimBQcRs-uAkTbqfG72dK3MuipIUMPNh-QqOTv5ZS_A4H5XXqZy6OhnHxWpaN2ZYibAfRLe0yC1Edx2Adk7lsAQ_E/s1600/IMGP4516+clouds.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHulRt5M0Air_z7_lZANr3oWLzGjFfmVmNM5YMBEbvwiePtsacKJFimBQcRs-uAkTbqfG72dK3MuipIUMPNh-QqOTv5ZS_A4H5XXqZy6OhnHxWpaN2ZYibAfRLe0yC1Edx2Adk7lsAQ_E/s400/IMGP4516+clouds.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514764809896362258" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQyS8wNxGWFdmPHSwg7WrcFnLMx2PeK8K3ipbMr7GIn3JrvrvIBmatI-swmpX2OvWMYFcVEQMcfSlFO1lrvHlOvVg9yeE9ZHv7FmOXAwEV_-RWU9e91DOAGs5uMVwgQvhgqqgFBVA2WGo/s1600/IMGP4523.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQyS8wNxGWFdmPHSwg7WrcFnLMx2PeK8K3ipbMr7GIn3JrvrvIBmatI-swmpX2OvWMYFcVEQMcfSlFO1lrvHlOvVg9yeE9ZHv7FmOXAwEV_-RWU9e91DOAGs5uMVwgQvhgqqgFBVA2WGo/s400/IMGP4523.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514764805769217266" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqJB_YmQwnzYclsY99uU1V5jetK_DeDcJ4Dl0Y1jWGE0iLwk-3SGsebRSJLvwFlKDeYJCtQmDbD9d10V_UHRuvvKgWyls5SQNYMqR3TGRJH6dv3ZIVMJsiPn6QzTYvaY1s_QgnnUF7Y1w/s1600/IMGP4521.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqJB_YmQwnzYclsY99uU1V5jetK_DeDcJ4Dl0Y1jWGE0iLwk-3SGsebRSJLvwFlKDeYJCtQmDbD9d10V_UHRuvvKgWyls5SQNYMqR3TGRJH6dv3ZIVMJsiPn6QzTYvaY1s_QgnnUF7Y1w/s400/IMGP4521.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514764798816643010" /></a><br />We spent Labor Day weekend at <a href="http://seabrookwa.com">Seabrook</a>. As I always say after a vacation on the coast, it is relaxing....so relaxing. This time was extra special because my in-laws tagged along and one of big kid's friends from school was staying in a house down the street. My mother-in-law and I bonded over a 1000 piece puzzle and the boys were content riding their bikes around town. <div><br /></div><div>School started today (do I hear a hip hip hooray?). The kids were excited to be back and I'm thrilled to be back in the routine. </div><div><br /></div><div>Stay tuned for new holiday card designs!!</div>PaperCourthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03150541717030786675noreply@blogger.com2