When Life Gives You...

Pretty lemons and would be nice for a tea party or in a large glass dispenser of French lemonade or sparkling water.  I imagine the same could be done with cucumbers to make some refreshing cucumber water for a summer picnic.

Long Hairstyles 2013 Men

Long Hairstyles 2013 Men

Long hairstyles 2013 men is a new trend that can make you look laid back, stylish, and good at the same time. Having such hairstyles 2013 is not only hype, but also easy and nice on the maintenance. Whatever types of hair you have, you can always make sure that you style up your hair in the most convenient way. After all, the long hairstyles 2013 are now being popular again, thanks to several male celebrities that have introduced them to the 2013 trend.

Easy Cut Hairstyles

Cut Hairstyles Men

For men, having such long style is easy and nice. They can pull up this easy going look without neglecting the care and the treatment. Take a look from the hairstyle worn by Brad Pitt. He looks very laid back and stylish with his long hair, passing his ears and reaching to his neck. He has thick and natural rather wav texture that makes him looks like the boho king. If you don’t have thick hair like Pitt, maybe you can consider having hair cut like Keith Urban. He has this natural straight and rather thick hair, but instead of styling it like Pitt, he has this cropped cut with longer trim on the back side. If you want to look stylish in the simplest way, you can try their styles.

Wavy Cuts

Wavy Cut Hairstyles Men

 

If you have natural wavy or rather curly texture, you can also cut your hair like the ones ever happened in the 1970s and the beginning of 1980s. If you take a look at those times, most men would wear their hair long, in the easy and simple rocker style look. You can try it too.

All in all, having long hair cut doesn’t only show off your freedom and a little rebellious side of yourself, it can also make you look stylish and classy at the same time.

Whimsical Footwear

Oh my.  Another gem of a website find.  The UK company Fairysteps has the cutest, most unique leather shoes.  They also carry purses and accessories.  US customers may have high shipping and custom fees, but these are so darn cute, it may be worth it!

update: the little room

I thought I'd give you a little update on the "little room". It's now properly and fully installed in the chalkboard wall! We had a lot of problems, including installing a light that would turn on when you open the little door.

Want to see?

 

I added this cute red coffee table, a purchase from my friend, Magpie Ethel's vintage finds Etsy shop. I can decorate the little room by removing it from its insert in the wall but the problem is that lots of little things, like the reading glasses, fall and get lost easily. This time, I used the smallest dab of glue to hold things down.

 

This sweet basket is from one of the Club Little House swaps. I can't remember though whose creation it is...but I am thinking it would be great fun to do another Club Little House swap*. What do you think? You in?

 

 

I framed a whole bunch of little images. The "Our Happy Home" one is actually a sticker from one of Brenda Walton's paper collections from a while ago. Isn't it adorable? Other images are cut from magazines and catalogs. The little glass vase on the fireplace is a miniature perfume bottle. 

 

You can hardly see this corner of the room because it is behind the door. A stack of magazines and a book add to the realism, don't you think? And I love that phone! 

 

 

I made some frames from Dresden. The framed dog, an image I found in a magazine, is framed with strips of Dresden cut and assembled as a frame. 

 

 

The two framed images shown above were made from floral Dresden layered over scrapbook paper. The roses picture is framed with an old tintype frame.

 

I made the sandwich on the button plate for one of the very first Club Little House exchanges...maybe even the first. 

 

I think I've shown you these before but the Lincoln log house and the elephant pull toy were made from kits found here.

 

*It's been so long since a Club Little House swap, maybe I need to tell you about it. It's a swap or gift exchange where each participant makes a dozen of the same little thing. Everything gets mailed to me and then I organize boxes of 12 different tiny dollhouse miniatures for each Club Little House member. It was enormously popular and so much fun. But it was a little crazy to organize. A bit time consuming. But perhaps we could do another soon...what do you think? It would make a fun mother-child summer project!

Sick: Day 5

Picnic Perfect

I think my jaw hit the floor when I stumbled upon this website.  Absolutely incredible paper and wood products for that classy, going green picnic.  I was looking for reasonably priced paper boxes for Cameron's graduation party and this website has everything!  Cute paper boxes, containers, wood utensils, straws, and packaging!

Think Garnish

Cute Short Hairstyles 2013

Cute Short Hairstyles 2013

For the new hairstyles 2013, you can always go with the cute short hairstyles 2013 that will give you new look and confidence. Granted that short hair style requires confidence, but when you feel great with such short cut, you may want to keep it forever and never goes long anymore. There are several stylish options for the short hairstyles 2013 that you can try, as long as you are confident enough.

Short Bob Hairstyles

Short Bob Hairstyles

 

Bob style has always been a popular type of hair cut because it is simple to maintain and it can create sleek and chic effect. Different kinds of bob style can be chosen from the various options. For example, if you want to look edgy, chic, and modern at the same time, you can try the cut worn by Katherine McPhee. The short cut is accompanied by longer style on the nape, which makes it edgy, punk-style, and also stylish. If you want to create more modern and professional look, you can try the inverted bob that is worn by Victoria Beckham. The sleek cut and the layers will frame your facial features nicely while giving you the edgy cut you need. Or you can try the common and classy bob worn by Samaire Armstrong. It is classy as well as professional like.

Hayden Panettiere Hairstyles

Hayden Panettiere Hairstyles

 

Of course you can also try other options, depending on the structure and texture of your hair. If you have natural wavy or even curly hair, you can try the short cut worn by Vanessa Hudgens or Hayden Panettiere with the wavy and short texture. Such cut is definitely cute and it delivers somehow carefree and messy effect, showing off that you don’t care about the world.

Go to your hairstylists and discuss about the various options you have in having the short cut. With the right cut and treatment, you should be able to look chic and stylish in such simple manner.

sick day

Poor little baby is sick with a sinus infection caused by his allergies. But, tell me, does he appear to be suffering much? You should see the mountains of used tissues everywhere! And you wouldn't believe how loudly he blows his nose. Sounds just like an elephant.

So we're taking it super easy around here...staying in pjs and hanging out.

A Victorian Tea Party

When I was in high school, we certainly did not have classroom projects as elaborate as Cameron's Western Civilization class.  They will be transported off campus to a location that will stage a Victorian wedding reception with period food, song, and entertainment.  They even had to give themselves Victorian names and rent period clothing.  Poor freshmen will be playing the role of servants.  All that is missing is a top hat and white gloves.  Can't wait to hear about the events of the day!

Hot Short Hairstyles 2013

Hot Short Hairstyles 2013

There are some various options when it comes to hot short hairstyles 2013. In this year, most celebrities and people tend to do something drastic with their hairstyle, considering that they need a make over and they want to try something bold. Well, the short cut has always been a chic option for the hairstyles 2013. When you are able to do it right, you can look fresh and new with your ne cut.

Boyish Hairstyles

Boyish Hairstyles

The boy short cut has always been a popular type of cut liked by both men and women. This type of cut is very stylish, classy, and timeless. Whatever your hair type is – straight, wavy, or curly – the short cut will be the perfect option for you. For the new short hairstyles 2013, the boy cut is back to the platform. You can try the pixie style with rather cute and sweet style worn by Anne Hathaway or you can try the cropped and sleek boy cut worn by Emma Watson. Both wear the same short cut, but since the cut is different, the effect created is also different. in short, both cuts are perfect for those with small facial features and structure. If you have bigger or wider structure, you may want to consider the cut worn by Carey Mulligan. This is a straight short boy cut without leaving the feminine side.

Bob Hairstyles

Bob Hairstyles

 

Bob cut has always been a timeless option. If you want to look different and sleek, you can try the new hair do by Katherine McPhee. Her bob style is cut very short towards the nape with side way bangs, so she looks sleek and professional. It is perfect for professional women.

There are still many other options that you can try with the short cut style. discuss things with your hairstylists and you should be good to go.

Ladies Short Hairstyles 2013

Ladies Short Hairstyles 2013

New year, new season certainly has something to do with new hair. And new hair certainly has great thing to do with ladies short hairstyles 2013. What makes these hairstyles so special, anyway? Well, on top of the reasons, short hairstyle offers simplicity, sleekness and modesty to anyone wearing it. Even if women are in their 40s, 50s or 60s, this hairstyle is still looking at its best. With many hairstyles 2013 available, more options certainly are worth to be looked out and chosen.

Classic Cropped Hairstyles

Classic Cropped Hairstyles

 

Are you a fan of Rihanna? Well, then you certainly have some clues already about her famous hairstyle history. She had short hairstyles several times where each hairstyle appeared in a very unique and different feature. One of the most popular cuts is the classic cropped hairstyle. It is cut right around the ear with edgy hair ends. Characterized by short-side fringe and layers, this hairstyle offers flexibility and modesty for oval face like Rihanna. Yet, it still fits great for long and heart-shaped face. No wonder this has been considered as one of the most favorite short hairstyles 2013. Not only is this suitable for straight hair but it is also looking great for thick and wavy hair.

Super Sleek Bob

Super Sleek Bob

 

There is no one denies the super sleek look that can be brought by bob hairstyle. This is one thing every woman knows, even Karlie Kloss that recently has appeared with sleek short curly bob hairstyle. For the super sleek look, take a look at Jessica Alba. She is fabulous with shoulder length bob with wavy effect that falls naturally. She seems to use no curling iron and lets her hair naturally shapes itself. If you want this, try to add some layers and side-swept bangs for more personal look.

One certain thing out of short hairstyle is low maintenance and styling which makes this hairstyle often preferable than others.

the diet

 

Most current photo of me, taken last weekend at the zoo.

 

 

Okay, so you want to hear about this diet I've been on?

 

First, let me say that I've never been on a diet before. I've had a bit of a Goldilocks body all my life...size 8, not too big, not too little. Any changes in my waistline could be measured in the tightness or looseness of that size 8. As I settle into my early 40's though, I had started to notice that there was less fluctuating and more just plain spreading. That size 8 started getting a bit too snug. And every time I weighed myself, I was a pound or two heavier than the last time. Just before the diet, I weighed in at 160 and the size 8 clothes that I'd always worn were too small.

 

For months and months last year, Rich had been researching how he could help his migraines through diet. His research led him to Dr. Rosedale's diet...low carb, no sugar, moderate protein and fat diet. He read about how this diet can help heal your body. He hoped that it would help him with his migraines...something he's been desperate to solve.

 

When he was researching the diet, he read many accounts of how this diet helped women with endometriosis. He also read a book about a similar "endometriosis diet". He encouraged me to try the diet to see if it would help me. After lots of treatments, including twice going on Lupron Depot, a drug which induces a simulated menopause (and all of the pleasantries associated), my doctor had  recommended a hysterectomy. I know lots of women have them all the time, including lots of my friends...I just wasn't keen on something so drastic. I told Rich I'd give the diet a try.

 

Before we began the diet, I weaned myself off Coca-Cola and sugar in my coffee. Out of all of the changes I had to make, I knew these two would be difficult. I still find myself seriously jonesing a coke. The sugar in my coffee was easier. I just slowly decreased the sugar while increasing the heavy cream (the diet doesn't allow milk, which is in half and half, because it contains lactose, a sugar). I don't miss the sugar in my coffee now at all. But I do drink more coffee than is really allowed on this diet. It is my one indulgence and is just the thing to get me through the afternoon when I often have cravings.

 

The first month was the hardest. Dinner wasn't too hard...I prepared the same sorts of meals we'd have before, minus the carbs. That meant no rice, no pasta, no potatoes, no bread. When you think of how much of that we usually fill our meals, that can be a bit of a difficult step. I enjoyed the challenge and found lots of great recipes that inspired me.

 

Lunch was harder. No bread means no sandwich. And while an occasional salad is great, I don't really like them enough to eat everyday. With it just being me here during the day, I'm not likely to whip something up just for myself. The best solution for lunches, mine and Rich's, is to have enough leftovers from dinner to eat for lunch.

 

The single hardest part of the diet is snacking. I didn't realize until I was on the diet just how much of a snacker I was. And nearly every snack available is packed with carbs and/or sugar. We eat a lot of nuts. And a cup of coffee often gets me through.

 

We've gone off the diet a few times...once over Christmas and again for my birthday. The two hardest parts of going back on is 1. going off the diet makes you feel positively horrible...no energy, impossibly sleepy, and just blah. 2. you get the cravings extra hard the next day and continuing on and on if you crack.

 

But enough about how difficult the diet is...let me tell you about the positives. Rich's migraines went away completely for a long while (unfortunately, he's had a bit of a relapse recently). My cycles are so much smoother, they are almost a nonissue. This coming from someone who has always had at least 1 day a month so bad that I spent it in bed. Now, Advil is all I need for pain. In everyway, I feel healthier. I have more energy than I have in my life. I'm sleeping like a baby and waking up so refreshed.

 

To date, I've lost 20 pounds and my size 8 clothes are really too loose for me now. My weight loss seems to be holding steady at 20 pounds but I'm noticing that I'm continuing to slim down. Rich said the other day that my legs have never been so skinny. Rich never meant to loose weight on the diet, only to tackle his migraines. He lost quite a bit and would love to gain some of it back.

 

Here's the book that tells all about the diet: Rosedale Diet 

 

Because it is such a complete lifestyle change, one that is not easily achieved in our society, I'm not sure I would eagerly recommend the diet. To tell you the truth, I'm mainly on it to support Rich and to make it easier for him to be on it. But I am thrilled with the results, especially with the impact the change in diet has had on my health.

Autism In Love

This video breaks my heart.  Having a son with autism, I often wonder if he'll ever find a soulmate, experience the feeling of falling love, and becoming a parent.  This is the first cinematographic project I've seen that spotlights individuals with autism and how they navigate the world of romantic relationships. Any parent with a child with special needs would appreciate this film.  It just goes to show that everyone, no matter what labels you have, is capable of love and being loved :)

Black Short Hairstyles 2013

Black Short Hairstyles 2013

Black short hairstyles 2013 are often being said as cute, flirty, messy and fun. Yet, this is true. These low-maintenance hairstyles are best worn by thick-hair texture of most African-American women. Take a look at Rihanna, Ciara or Karrine Stefans to see just how fabulous the hairstyles can be. It can always great to any kinds of face shapes from the square, rectangular, oval, heart-shaped to long faces.

Black Short Pixie

Black Short Pixie

 

Perhaps, the most popular short hairstyles 2013 for black women are short pixies. Why is pixie often chosen on top of others? Well, it’s simply because pixie fits great for considerably thick hair texture. Pixie offers cool cut and angle that is often characterized by its layers and short fringe, if you want one. Anything can be done with the layers, indeed. Use your fingers and create any desired effect. Make it a bit messy and don’t forget to use hair gel or mousee to get the long-lasting effect. This above-ear hairstyle fits best for oval, long and heart-shaped face. It may need to be avoided for round face. For regular styling, get hair dryer, round comb and flat iron just in case you want to straighten the hair for sometime.

Black Short Bob

 

Black Short Bob

Bob is like a universal language in the world of hairstyling. Everyone agrees the commonality of bob hairstyle that makes it one among the most popular hairstyles 2013. Often looks best in straight hair, bob indeed works great as well for thick and wavy to curly hair type. Black curly bob has to be cut in more details, at least with layers. This helps to reduce the thickness and add some texture. It can be in chin-length or slightly longer above the shoulder. The thing with this cut is it only fits with oval, long and round faces.

Now that the trends are simply getting hotter, it’s just the right time to decide which hairstyle attracts more attention.

Incredible!

Hayley Williams is another singer with an incredible voice and this song has to be one of my favorites.  How many soundtracks will this song land on???

New Short Hairstyles 2013

On a wish of a trendier look, more and more women are interested in new short hairstyles 2013. It is generally understood that celebrities are the forerunners of fashionable hairstyle. Specifically for the hairstyles 2013, the track of hair fashion seems to have more tendency on short haircuts. In fact, short hairstyles 2013 have been attaining increasing popularity within the last decade.

Asymmetrical Short Hairstyles

 

New Short Hairstyles 2013

Throughout the years, short haircuts have always proved their exceptional beauty, and hence have always been picked and chosen. Short haircuts oddly look better on women than they look in men. For more flutter, you can try asymmetrical short haircuts and you will find how men love the unorthodox style. Furthermore, short haircuts are one of the saviors of especially curly hair requiring high and complicated maintenance. It is also interesting to note that many blonde celebrities adopt short haircuts, but they definitely look incredible on brown-haired women as well. However, when you prefer less boyish style, you can still go with short bob. Despite the popularity, bob haircuts are sometimes hard indeed to use, but once success settles, the haircuts are indispensable. Besides, bob haircuts can go from very short to medium.

Celebrity Short Hairstyles

 

Celebrity New Short Hairstyles 2013

 Carrey Mulligan looks like a queen in her short hair, combining the beautiful front strands and cute sides. You do have the real example how good curly hair adapts with short styling in her. Another goddess-like hair fashion is Victoria Beckham. She has adopted short pixie to bob haircuts, and everything just looks great on her. When it comes to your own style, you can add unique earrings to accentuate the style of your hair.

No need to waver with short haircuts especially when you are blessed with long chin and big eyes. For the first shot, you can go for the classical style. It is always safe, and yet remains fashionable and beautiful at all times.

Short Hairstyles 2013 Men

Short Hairstyles 2013 Men

There are basically lots of new and attractive short hairstyles 2013 men that you can try, especially if you have natural wavy or curly hair. The short cut will remain as the popular hairstyles 2013 for men, especially since some of the cuts are pretty classic and timeless. In fact, some of the examples of short hairstyles 2013 like the one worn by David Beckham or Cristiano Ronaldo will still be popular and likeable by men who like simplicity and style in such simple ways.

Chris Hemsworth Hairstyles

Chris Hemsworth

 

There are lots of different short cuts for men that you can try as there are lots of attractive and fashionable examples around you especially from the celebrities. No, you don’t have to make yourself look grandeur or too much. Can you believe that such simple stylish model can be achieved in such simple cut? Take examples of the short cut worn by Chris Hemsworth. His short and boyish cut is very regular; it is one of the most common and also timeless cut. It is great for men with straight or wavy hair texture.

Brad Pitt Hairstyles

Brad Pitt

 

The short cut worn by Brad Pitt is almost the same as the one worn by Hemsworth. However, Pitt comes with longer cut and volume, so you can style it up with the help of gel. You can spike it up or make it sleek – like the style from the 40s or 50s. You can also have the crew cut model like the one worn by Collin Farrel. This military model can look good for anyone. If you happen to have natural wavy or curly hair, this type of cut can make you sleek in such simple way.

Of course, there are still other variations that you can try when it comes to short cut. You can use gel to style it. You can make it look more masculine and tough. Or you can style it in the natural manner.

Short Celebrity Hairstyles 2013

Have you been looking for short celebrity hairstyles 2013 for personal references? You do not do it wrong. Short hairstyles 2013 are not only cool, but also the new craze of many celebrities. However, in a matter of personal references, you should also know your own face shape, so you will get the best hairstyles 2013 in your own special way.

The Celebrity Styles

Miley Cyrus

 

Celebrities always look gorgeous in their hairstyles, thanks to the hairstylists, but even the Award winning hairstylist will not help a lot when confidence sinks like a stone. The simple formula applies to you too. Short hair, to be specific, requires strong confidence to radiate the great style without fear. Once you are on the high ground, you can style your short hair curly or straight, your facial features will be accentuated, and the shape of your face will be highlighted. You are just right on your own red carpet!

Favorite Close Cut

Anne Hathaway

 

Let me share these top tips of our favorite celebrities with their short hairstyling.

• For deep part of Anne Hathaway, you can use Gold Pomade. The deep part will add short hair an instant elegance.

• Are you more to the sporty style? The edgy look of Miley Cyrus is a good job of razor cutting on the sides while leaving the front portions longer.

• To keep yourself from mundaneness of short hairstyles, enjoy yourself experimenting with colors. Elisabeth Moss has chosen inky-black chocolate brown for herself.

• Michelle Williams knows well how to benefit herself from various styling products. Her short cuts stay shiny and smooth because of Elixir Ultime while Bumble Semisumo creates sharper pieces. Add textures with Bumble whenever necessary.

Short hairstyles seem to be ready to last for a while in 2013. Therefore, investing on the regiments of hair styling products is going to help you make your short cut a celebrity class.

Don't Forget Me

Neko Case's cover of Harry Nilsson's Don't Forget Me.  She has the most incredible voice.

Short Hairstyles for Fall 2013

Short Hairstyles for Fall 2013

Be in the spotlight with short hairstyles for fall 2013. These hairstyles are great options to let women get more and more attention from people around because this is certainly one thing every woman wants. Karlie Kloss have proved it with her adorable short wavy-messy hairstyle. That short hairstyle deserves to get special spot in the top listed trendy hairstyles 2013. Indeed, the choice is not limited.

Layered Chop Bob

Layered Chop Bob

 

Bob is always being an idol among the available short hairstyles 2013. It just fits for almost any facial shapes from round, oval to long faces. It features the best angles of woman’s face profile and reveals the true woman’s personality. Layered chop bob is best in chin-length as it beautifully frames the face. For more dramatic effect, get deep layers especially for the side part of the hair. Make sure the chop layers also help to make the hair more volumized. For great final effect, side bangs or fringe should not be forgotten. Bangs have to be in balance and one way to do that is by cutting layered bangs.

Crop Pixie Hairstyles

Crop Pixie Hairstyles

 

Pixie is the coolest short hairstyle. It nicely brings out the masculine look that fits great for women. It has won the hearts of so many celebrities including Emma Watson and Rihanna. Surely, you can be one of them as well. For thick hair, this hairstyle works best. It can be the messy or tidy one. It can be deep layered like Emma Watson’s. It can also be nicely combined with side bangs for oval or long faces. But for round faces, it’s recommended to go for short wavy fringe above the eyebrow to elongate the face. Don’t forget to apply hair gel or mousse for best styling result.

So, which hairstyle wins your heart? Do best effort for your appearance and always pick the best hair stylist.

Short Hairstyles for Round Faces 2013

Short Hairstyles for Round Faces 2013

Want to be fabulous with round faces? Get the latest short hairstyles for round faces 2013. These great hairstyles prove how women with round faces may confidently appear in public without hiding behind their hair. You of all women have the same chance to show up your face profile and personality with the right short hairstyles 2013. There has to be nothing to worry for sure.

Chop Bob Hairstyles

Bob Hairstyles

 

If any of you are a fan of bob hairstyle, you have come to the right choice. Bob hairstyle fits great for round faces. It nicely frames the face and gives chance to wearer to be proud of their symmetrical hairstyle. One advice to make the hairstyle more striking is to cut the hair ends chop. This will help the hairstyle to be edgier and create nice angles. Of course, layers are must but it’s suggested to not cut the deep ones. Of all hair details, side bangs for round faces always work for any kinds of hairstyles 2013. Side bangs simply help to elongate the face. This is one nice idea to lessen the round look. Also cut some layers on the bangs to avoid too much thickness.

Wavy Pixie Hairstyles

Pixie Hairstyles

 

Who says short pixie is for oval face only? If you are stylish enough, you’ll soon see how short pixie serves great for round face. In fact, the wavy pixie hairstyle provides one great look. The secret is cutting the hair right above the ear and make the crown appears with more hair thickness. Make some layers to create messy effect. Then, leave short wavy bangs that are side parted. The bangs have to be above the eyebrow to avoid “roundy” look. And, to style it nicely, get some hair gel and apply it especially on the crown.

Once you picked one among the very suitable hairstyles for round face, there will be no time for you to hide the true beauty of your round faces.