Archives for April, 2010
Yesterday was Game 6 of first round NBA Playoffs for the Portland Trail Blazers. Since meeting my husband, I’ve gone from knowing zero about the game to being a pretty hardcore Blazer fan, so I was thrilled when my friend Brittanie scored tickets for the 6th Playoff game. Unfortunately the team lost and was eliminated [...]
despising life is so passe: An image of permanence on body, in mind I have to admit, there is something about temporary tattoos that I find insulting. Maybe it should be flattering, but I would not be happy if someone assumed my ink was faux. Yahoo! Finance: do-it-yourself laundry detergent I love laundry scents but [...]
Cars, Trucks and Teething Rings is giving one visitor an entire kit of Seventh Generation products. The Natural Baby Kit includes: Seventh Generation natural paper towels. Seventh Generation all purpose cleaner. Seventh Generation baby wipes (tub). Seventh Generation baby wipes (refill pack). Seventh Generation multi-surface cleaner/disinfectant. Seventh Generation bathroom cleaner/disinfectant. Seventh Generation disinfecting surface wipes. [...]
Pregnancy brings lots of beauty changes, including fingernail changes that can be for better or worse (some women experience more brittle nails, others’ get stronger and shinier). While protecting Baby from dangers is objective number one, you can still (safely!) stay on top of your beauty routine, and that includes your fingers and toes. When [...]
Khloe Kardashian posted this look this week, showing off one of her favorite styles right now, jumpers. The Quick Trim is definitely working, as her body looks amazing.
Apparently, people love buying for babies. I’m not even due until the end of September, yet both a friend and my sister have already given us baby swag. I will admit, looking at the little clothes definitely makes the pregnancy feel more real. Receiving gifts makes me feel a bit awkward though (which is why [...]
If you know of an awesome blog, please leave the link in the comments! Also let me know which articles you like so that I can keep a lookout for similar posts. 7 Gen Blog: Breaking News: Safe Chemicals Act of 2010 is Introduced A new report shows babies are born with traces of 287 [...]
The severity of the expected pregnancy symptoms surprised me from the get-go, but I’ve been the most startled by changes in my beauty routines. While these may not seem especially dramatic, they are a lot harder to deal with when you are already exhausted. If only bi-weekly spa visits were within my budget. 1. Facial [...]
This morning was my first ultrasound. Normally I would have had to wait until the anatomy scan at around 20 weeks, but there was some question about exactly when we conceived so my OB scheduled an appointment to date the pregnancy. As my doctor and I had guessed, I’m right at 16 weeks, meaning I [...]
Bachman’s Sparrow: Wing-stop! DIY wing-sleeved shirt! Maria has the best do-it-yourself projects. Here she replicates a top from H&M for less than $5. Refinery 29: Spring Denim Trends: 7 Ways To Do Jeans Now Denim inspiration for spring 2010. Bachman’s Sparrow: Trend Alert: Turban Love A short but charming how-to video showing how to easily [...]
Summer has always been my favorite season. As far as fashion goes, the trends are rarely as exciting as those of Fall/Winter, but spring’s looks are more likely to be seen and shown off. Once the sun comes out, I find myself making excuses to run errands, thus making dressing up much more fun. Add [...]
I skipped last Sunday so there are several great links this week. I’m always working to discover new great blogs, so hopefully each week will be a bit more packed with links to fabulous reads. If you know of an awesome blog, leave the address in the comments. Despising life is so passe: Spring cleaning: [...]
Blogger, web designer and housewife living in Portland, OR. Avid thrift shopper, writer, lover of arts and crafts, salmon sashimi, and the Portland Trail Blazers. Expecting a baby boy in September. 
