Just because I can’t eat one it doesn’t mean I can’t look at them right? You’ve probably seen these goodies from Ming Makes Cupcakes but they just look too good!
Flavors (clockwise): Flourless beet chocolate cupcake w/ whipped cream, Sour cream chocolate cupcake w/ Nutella frosting, Sour cream fig cupcake w/ cream cheese frosting, Sour cream apricot cupcake w/ mascarpone frosting and toasted almonds.
YUM!
all images: Ming Makes Cupcakes
Last week was Spring ‘Roid Week 2010 and there was so much good stuff. You can check out some of my favorites here. And here are a few of my own:
photos by me
I took Harlow to get spayed yesterday. It was a very emotional day – for both of us. I was up most of the night before wondering if anyone had ever invented doggy birth control and wondering (if there was such a thing) if I’d remember to give it to her every day.
She was so cheerful and sweet on our way to the vet’s. But when I picked her up… oh the sadness. I’m not going to lie. I got a little teary eyed when I saw her. She was a wilted little thing of a pup with a scar and goop in her eyes. The vet said not to be surprised if she started snapping at me and was a little stand-offish. So not the case with my little pup – she was super dopey and cuddly and whimpered for a little while when we got home but spent the rest of the day sleeping on my lap.
I know I sound so silly but honestly … ugh! I’m not good at being around sick people or sick puppies. The vet said Shih Tzu’s are particularly sensitive to anesthetic and to keep an eye on her. And now I have to worry things like scars and infections and the cone head and blah, blah, blah…
If you need me I’ll be home fretting over Harlow.
The word “floral” used to make me cringe. It put me in mind of big, frilly bloomers and old lady blouses. But I have to admit they are kind of growing on me. Forals, that is …. not bloomers and blouses.
Like this top from Alternative Apparel, which I love.
After reading Jane’s post and Anabela’s post I’m liking florals even more.
And then Target introduced their Liberty of London line and now I’m a little obsessed. I mean these wee flower earrings are darling… and so are these.
And right now all of Ban.do’s floral headbands are 30% off. I especially love this one
So what about you? How do you feel about florals?
And craving Cafe Rio, and missing seeing three of my friends cute pregnant bellies, and well this reminded me of Billie and Brian.
So that’s it. A random little post.
Ps – Thank you all for the Happy Birthday wishes!
Happy Birthday to ME!
My day started with my best friend’s little girl calling my cell phone and singing “Happy Birthday” to me so sweetly. I wish I could have recorded it because I’d listen to it every day. She reminded me it was her dog, Fish’s, birthday too. Happy Birthday Fishy!
And then after talking to Chelsea I realized that I am actually a year YOUNGER than I thought! Who does that? Who forgets how old they are?? Me apparently. Thank goodness for friends who can add. It’s extra good because I like even numbers better anyway.
The day is just getting better and better… which means it’s been a very good day!
Happy my birthday to all of you too. Have a wonderful weekend!
image via i believe in smiles
Going to France!
Harlow sleeping so soundly on my lap
The days are getting longer
but it’s still cool enough to wear scarves
Buying fresh flowers
Bright pink nail polish
New (to me) shoes from Stacey
Sleeping in for three days in a row
It’s my birthday Friday!
image via thespianmuse
I bought three awesome cameras on Etsy. The first one is a Voigtlander Vito Model CD- 35mm Camera. The second one is a Brownie Starlet Camera (cute name right?) and the last one is a Polaroid 360.
How many cameras does a girl need? Many. I love them!
I’m saving my pennies for a converted Polaroid 110b .. you know, if you see one lying around.
I am constantly inspired by Jen Altman of Nectar and Light. She has a beautiful way of looking at the world and her passion for life are beautiful. If you haven’t visted her blog you should. Jen reacently opened her Feather & Bone shop and it’s incredible. I’d never have guessed I’d be so in love with photos of bone and skeletons but I am.
all photos: Jen Altman, Fiereyed
It’s been 11 days since I’ve had ANY sugar. I repeat… ELEVEN DAYS. NO SUGAR. I fluctuate between feeling really great about myself and wanting to kill someone.
But it’s not just sugar that I’ve given up. It’s bread, cheese AND fruit. Now before you tell me I’m crazy (which is okay, since I sort of agree) this is not a permanent change. It’s just sort of a detox thing for me to get back to feeling good about my health, weight, etc.
So what am I eating? Well it’s mostly special bars, shakes, soups, plus one “lean and green” meal per day. So yes, I AM eating. Since I’m not a great cook and am not very imaginative I’ve been mostly doing salads with either chicken or tuna. And yes, that does get boring even after 11 days so I’m looking for new recipes that will be healthy and delicious so I can stick with this for a few months.
This is what I really wanted to tell you about: my new favorite, magical salad. Yes, I said magical. It’s that good. First, when it comes to salad making I’m kinda boring: lettuce or spinach, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, celery… See? Boring. But then the other day I had this salad and OH MY GOSH.
Isn’t she beautiful?
The ingredients are: spinach, carrots (which I didn’t eat bc they’re too starchy), roasted bell peppers (my new favorite thing), roasted onions, grilled and marinated artichoke hearts, sliced beats, a few sliced black olives and a piece of grilled mahi mahi (or chicken). It’s so good I want to marry it. YUM!
If you have any favorite healthy recipes you’d like to share I’d love to hear them.
a flash of delight 