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June 21, 2011

{giving} Stephanie’s Get Well Box

My sweet cousin Stephanie had surgery a few weeks ago and will be recovering for the next 4-6 weeks.  I wanted to send her a little something to lift her spirits and let her know we were thinking of her! 

I purchased a few little things for her on etsy and had such a great experience with each of these sellers!  I’m recording them here, so I can be sure to return again soon.

25 Rainbow Stripe Straws from HeyYoYo

A little bit about the seller (I love to know the stories of the people I purchase from!): “Hey Yo Yo is Amanda Graff, cupcake baker and glitter duster. My diploma is from The Culinary Institute of America in pastry, but I developed my love of all things crafty while working for Martha Stewart Television as a recipe developer. I’ve currently traded my whisk in for a glue gun and have never been happier.”

“Make Your Own Happy” Print from DUDADAZE

A little about the seller: “Mom of three boys who enjoys creating charming little pieces of art. I am a rubber stamp artist for Sugar Nellie, have various other online shops, and a line of figures, shadow boxes and wall art through Demdaco.”

DIY Mini Altered Notebook Journal Inspiration Kit from PrettyGirl Supplies

A little about the seller: “We work as a team of aunt and niece. We have always been into crafts and are anxious for new found projects and ideas.”

 

The Packaging: I ran out of tissue paper so I decided I would use a little fabric to wrap up the items instead!  Even the fabric has a story: it is from my grandmother’s collection that she has recently passed on to me!  I finished it off with some floral ribbon and a note and off it went to Steph! 

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A quick recipe that I included in Stephanie’s package: PEACH TEA!  This drink is delicious and so refreshing for summer!  I like it on its own, but a yummy alternative is to fill your glass with half tea/half lemonade!  You can also add a frozen peach to your glass…that’s a fun touch when you’re entertaining!

Pour 4 cups boiling water over 8 teabags.  Steep for 4-6 minutes.  Remove tea bags.  Add 1/2 to 3/4 cup of sugar and then add 4 cups cold water.  Stir and chill. 

June 20, 2011

{family} Father’s Day Recap

We had family over to our house Sunday to celebrate Father’s Day.  It was really special to be able to honor both my dad and Mark.  The kitchen was just the hubb of activity and in all my preparations, I didn’t take a single picture!  Next year I will definitely enlist of the help of someone to take pictures of my table and spread!  🙂   

Since I love the details of a good party, here is what we served for Dad and Mark’s special day:

The Menu
Kabobs with Peppers
“Man Steaks”
Bacon & Ranch Potato Salad
Crunchy Coleslaw
Fruit Salad
Chips
Soda
Pink Lemonade
Peach Tea
Blueberry Cheesecake
Chocolate Chip Cookies

June 17, 2011

{etsy finds} Maine edition

I’m missing family today, so I thought I would share a few etsy finds (all Maine artisans!)that remind me of summers in Maine.




1. Kids Maine Tee   2. Beachcombing Series 8×8 Photograph   3. Seaglass Earrings in Light Green

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P.S. Check out the treasury I made on etsy too: Summer on the Coast

June 17, 2011

{i want to remember} – 6/17/11

Sometimes life gets so busy that I forget to notice and appreciate the little things.  Here are some of the things I am loving this week:

I WANT TO REMEMBER… how easy it was for D to warm up to Nana.  Since he hasn’t seen her since last summer, I assumed he would be hesitant and a little nervous.  But he went right up to her and started feeding her play food.  What a sweet memory.

I WANT TO REMEMBER… how the boys yelled “Come on Nana!  Let’s kick the ball!” when they were playing soccer in the front yard.  M specifically picked her for his team.

I WANT TO REMEMBER… how sweet it was to hear Nana talking to J.  He loved being with her and gave her many smiles and giggles.  I think she just melted.  

I WANT TO REMEMBER… all the stories that watching my three boys brought back for Nana.  It was so neat to hear her memories, like how Grandpa thought it was silly when she said, “Nakie babies”.  Such amazing (and so personal now, for me as a mother) family history. 

I WANT TO REMEMBER… how nice it feels to be with family, how special our relationships are.  How much we are loved.  We are so, so blessed.

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