Apparently, the town where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed is not too awful far from where I live. Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site is a place like Heritage Hill (in SoCal) or Sutter’s Fort (in Sacramento) … historical buildings and actors recreating a time when Texas declared independence from Mexico (in 1836… it took…
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A FREE Trip to the Zoo (and other fun Museums)
I love going to zoos. Growing up, I would go to the Phoenix and San Diego Zoos (setting maybe my expectations a bit high). The Bronx Zoo is pretty amazing too. My roommate in Hoboken insisted it was the best, but I said San Diego was. We agreed to disagree and that adults shouldn’t fight…
The Next Great Vanilla Cupcake?
As far as Vanilla Cupcakes go, I’ve always turned to the yummy Magnolia Bakery recipe. They taste very very good… but are a small step away from being considered a muffin. I’ve been looking for something a little more… well… cakey. During one of my random internet journeys (most likely started a Bakerella, which linked…
Playing in the Kitchen: Chocolate Pixies
Sometimes you are just in the mood for a good Chocolate Cookie … put you polished off that box of Thin Mints yesterday … and ate the last few Oreos the day before. Oh No! What do you do?! Well, these Chocolate Pixies are a perfect save! They are very easy to make; you don’t…
Ninja Fruits and Wonderberries!
Another Option for sharing treasuries. This one seems to fit into my blog better, but I have to go in and change the code a bit for it to look presentable. Well see which one turns out the best… ‘Ninja Fruits and Wonder Berries (Treasury Challenge)’ by InMyLife Cranberries and Blueberries. Delicious Treats. Fabulous Inspiration!…
Feminine Patriot
My latest ETSY treasury. In honor of the latest Federal holiday. ‘Feminine Patriot’ by InMyLife Red White & Blue. $ Lipstick Red- A Spu… fairladyfashio… $18.00 Retro white ceramic… bravoandbravov… $ fluffy red mohair h… BiscuitScout $45.00 The White Jennifer … AFinishingTouc… $40.00 Royal Blue latex/ru… Kaorimg $295.00 White Beach Pebble … sjengraving $ Fabric…
A Novel Treasury, Indeed
My latest ETSY treasury, inspired by one of my favorite novels. ‘Of Pride and Prejudice’ by InMyLife Searches inspired by my favorite novel. Maries Friend Elizabeth… vintagebella $39 Custom Regency Dress bonnybluearts $195 Filigree and Lace Flowe… SouthernBelleO… $8 LILA – Romantic Rose Pi… CastleMemories $19 BEAUTIFUL Antique Two T… gogreeneacres $195 Satin Victorian Cuff…
Treasuries on ETSY
Trying my hand at creating beautiful ETSY tresuries… maybe one will make the front page someday 🙂 And someone over at Treasure Trove made it easy for people like me to get code to add my treasuries to my blog! Horray! Like Night and Day (Treasury Challenge) Smile, a fine art nature Raceytay$15.00 USD Raven…
Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows TRAILER
It has arrived! Here is the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows TRAILER for your viewing pleasure. Have you seen it yet? I’ve probably watched it 5 times already… Can. Not. Wait. 😀 November 2010, in 3D! And July 2011… ahhhhhhh Amazon.com Widgets
10 Simple Things You Can Do To Help Protect the Earth
While cleaning off my desk today, I came across this list the World Wildlife Fund mailed to me… 10 Simple Things You Can Do To Help Protect the Earth Put on a sweater. Remember, when you turn up the heat in the wintertime, your furnace is probably burning fossil fuels. A sweater or a nice…