Wednesday, May 13, 2009

You have a lot to celebrate!

Graduation Time!
The months of May & June mark the end of another school year. For many it signifies the final step of graduating from high school or college.  As parents, we wonder where did the time go? As students, it seemed that day would never come.

As a student, I counted down the years to high school graduation. 12 long years. 7 years of middle & high school drama. Then the 4 study filled years of college, to which the end of that presents itself with the scary realization of finding a job, a career.

Now, as a mother of two tinys, both under the age of 5, I already feel time is flying by! My youngest starts pre-school next year, while it will be my oldest last year of pre-school. Feels like yesterday I was bringing each of them home from the hospital.

So, as graduation is upon us, whether you are the parent of a preschooler {who next year is off to kindergarten},  the high school graduate {looking towards the next step},  or the college student {looking online at monster.com} CELEBRATE!  

This is the time to make memories & mark those special occasions with a party.  And who doesn't need a reason to celebrate?

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Tuesday, May 12, 2009

preppy posh

                   
    
I have finally snapped some pics of the new office. 

It's so great to have an nice office finally! Esp. after working in conditions which much resembled a dungeon. Our preppy posh office is about 80% done (just need some time for the finishing touches. oh, and a man with a drill & a level)

Flooring: yes, that is faux grass :)
Desks: DIY, built with flat pocket doors & sawhorses
Bulletin Boards: fabric coverage, large Styrofoam sheets
White Bookshelves: Lowe's Hardware
Lamps, Chairs & Various Accessories: Ikea & Local Stores
Monogrammed Mousepad & Coffee Tumbler: Guess? Polka Dots Stationery ;)

-k


Friday, May 8, 2009

... of the day {party etiquette}


Summer & bbqs are upon us!  
As we going into the weekend i thought this would be a good opportunity to address the hostess gift.

What is a hostess gift?
A hostess gift is a gift that you give the hostess. This happens at occasions when someone had to do all the work in preparing the event or evening to which you were invited. To show your appreciation, you should bring the hostess a gift, w way to tell them thanks for their hard work and generosity. Giving a hostess gift is not mandatory but it shows good manners. Hostess gifts do not have to be extravagant by any means. A bottle of wine- in a wine bag, to show it's a gift, fun cocktail napkins, wine stoppers, flowers, coffee mug, chocolates, etc.. 

When not to bring a hostess gift? 
If you were asked to contribute a food item or drinks, then a hostess gift is not necessary. 

Happy Friday!   -k

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Thursday, May 7, 2009

... of the day {grammar}


stationEry: writing materials 
stationAry: not moving. standing still
-k

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

... of the day {quote}


quote of the day:
A quote should move you without explanation.  This is a top ten quote for me.  -k

Today is life -the only life you are sure of. Make the most of today. Get interested in something. Shake yourself awake. Develop a hobby. Let the winds of enthusiasm sweep through you. Live today with gusto.  -Dale Carnegie

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

fabulous fiesta!



may 5th.  have margaritas on the mind? 
or getting ready for a fabulous fiesta?
(you did buy your invitations 
i personally have a guacamole addiction ~ an obsession with the avocado if you will.  here's a super yummy guacamole recipe because no cince de mayo would be complete without guac! -k. 

Guacamole Autentico 

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe avocados, peeled, seeded
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 ripe, medium Roma tomato, seeded, diced
  • ½ Cup minced sweet white onion
  • 2 serrano chilies, seeded, minced
  • ¼ Cup chopped cilantro leaves
  • 4 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Hot pepper sauce, sea salt, white pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut avocado in large chunks and mash coarsely in large bowl with a fork. Add remaining ingredients and blend gently - leaving some small chunks is fine. Taste and adjust seasoning with more pepper sauce, salt and pepper if desired.
recipe curtisoy of http://www.avocado.org

Monday, May 4, 2009

... of the day

a quick tip for the body, mind or soul. check in daily for one of the following.

body ~ tips & stories for a strong body & fashion forward trends
mind ~ an ettiquite tip of the day
soul  ~ a quote of the day 

photography by danielle marquis | visit: www.daniellemarquis.com