the weekly rave

the weekly rave

      Hello! I know it's been awhile, but I'm back with a handful of rave-worthy things. First up, this song by Lucius was recently heard on an episode of New Girl and it was love at first listen. The song will be on their upcoming album and hasn't been released yet. … [Read more...]

music monday: the airborne toxic event

airborne toxic event

  The new album by The Airborne Toxic Event came out last week and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed. I have a handful of songs from their previous albums, but this is their first album that I have enjoyed from start to finish. It feels so honest  and every track is worth it. I would … [Read more...]

cruiser bike art

cruiser bike art

    During the warm months of the year, few activities are as gloriously wonderful as cruiser riding. The leisure, laid back feel of cruiser bikes makes my heart sing. Curtis, myself, Alison and Paul each have a cruiser bike and we love to cruise around. We've even been in a … [Read more...]

music monday: bring on the spring

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      We finally had some lovely spring weather this weekend so I've been listening to my bring on the spring playlist today. Take a listen, it'll help you through your monday.... or any day for that matter.   Until next time..... … [Read more...]

from the kitchen: roasted veggies

roasted veggies

  Vegetables. They kind of get the short end of the stick. Which is a shame because they're so delicious. Curt and I eat a lot of veggies and this is our favorite way to prepare them. I'm telling ya, roasting is the way to go. Start with whatever veggies you want. This is what we … [Read more...]

picture perfect: oh! what a beautiful morning!

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It has been an absolutely beautiful spring morning here! I couldn't pass up the chance to snap some lovely  little pictures. Enjoy some yummy spring eye candy.                 Until next time.... … [Read more...]

photo garland

photo garland

  I've made it known that I LOVE garlands! I love making them, I love hanging them, I love everything about them. In an attempt to coax some warmer weather out of Mother Nature I decided to make a summer inspired photo garland.   You could use any photos you like for this … [Read more...]

reduce, reuse, recycle

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  Happy Earth Day! Going green doesn't mean you have to make drastic changes in your life. Each of us can make a difference just by altering a few small things in our everyday lives. Here are 15 easy tips for a greener you: 1. Turn off lights when you leave a room. 2. Bring your own … [Read more...]

hand-drawn arrow art

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  I've seen arrows popping up in design elements recently and I find myself thoroughly enjoying them. So I thought I'd give it a go.   This is a wooden box lid. As I've stated before, I have a bunch of lids that I don't use with the storage boxes so I use them in various … [Read more...]

the weekly rave

hydroflask water bottles

    Welcome to another weekly rave! I've got some goo-od stuff for you today! Meet the last water bottle you will ever need. I have tried LOTS of different kinds of water bottles and every single one has the same flaws; condensation on the outside of the bottle and doesn't keep … [Read more...]