Month: April 2011

Oh Mishka, a blogger gal pal and I were talking on Twitter and coincidently we were both typing up a “nerdy me” kind of post to share with our readers. I’m definitely a nerd and I think my readers should be aware of my weirdness.

The boy and I frequently say things like, “it’s ok. we can say that…we’re nerds”. Being openly nerdy allows you to say things like “by golly” and “who woulda thunk”, which are two amazing phrases.

Here’s some nerdy tid bits about me. Stop over at Michelle’s blog to read her list. Because I’m a nerd I can…

1. Sing Aladin by myself in the shower. Who doesn’t love the song Magic Carpet Ride?
2. Drive to work and add up all the speed limit signs. I hate math, so this little activity is an odd one. (50 mph + 65 mph + 55 mph)
3. Spend a whole day filling out Suduko puzzles. I’ve even graduated to using pens while filling out the numbers.
4. Wish Bill Nye was still on television!
5. Say “Television”
6. LOVE typography. I could stare at the nuances of Futura and Bauer Bodoni for hours. You don’t want to get into a debate with me why those two fonts are the best fonts EVER!
6. Use an entire pack of post it notes in one sitting. I like notes….lots of notes.
7. Have a Hello Kitty stamp set at my work desk that I randomly stamp papers with. A Hello Kitty stamp makes documents much more important. Did I also mention I have a desk gnome standing on my desk?
8. Make up words on the fly and use them to describe things. The good ones like fridgidoor and horizontical have hung around. (refrigerator door and something that is not quite horizontal, but not vertical either) For more info visit pruittvillefarms .

After writing this post I asked the boy what he thought was my nerdiest quality. His response was “giggle”. Does that make me nerdy???

If you create a “Nerdy Me” post I’d love to see them!

*I also wanted to thank all of my new readers that have stopped on over from Sometimes Sweet. I really appreciate your visit and all the comments you guys are leaving. Thank you!

I always have my eyes open for that one little object that can steal my heart. The thrill of the hunt, the styling of items once you bring them home and the possible DIY/restoration to bring an item back to life…these are the things that keep me thrifting. Here’s what I’ve recently found.

1_Kodak Brownie home video camera (1961)  2_Black Leather boots (my aunt’s wardrobe from the 70’s) 3_Vintage Aluminum  Thermos Brand Lunch Box (bought from Frecklewonder’s Etsy Shop)  4_ Metal & Wood Type Letters (mixed typefaces)

Have you found some “keeper items” recently?

This weekend I’ve been on my own because the boy was attending an industrial design conference. I planned on getting a bunch of DIY things marked off my list, but when the time came…I wasn’t all that into it. I picked away at the little things on the list and spent the rest of the time catching up on my blog roll and writing posts for the upcoming week. I’m amazed at home much this new blogging adventure has taken over all of my free time, but I’m not complaining because I’m really enjoying it. I think I’ve found something really special here and I’m not going anywhere anytime soon.

1^ I received a new 3 lb bag of chocolate chai in the mail and after a week of not having any…I was so excited. I even carried the heavy package around my office showing people what I got in the mail and no body seemed as excited as I was. (check out Big Train chai and you’ll know what I’m talking about) I think I’m going to go make a cup before I finish the next items on the list…brb…..
2^ OK back. I skipped both my yoga classes this week because I just wasn’t into it. I’m regretting it now with tension headaches. ICK!
3^ I’ve been spending a lot of time researching vintage companies of all kinds. I’ve been caught up in the dream of starting my own vintage clothing/home goods company and after my research efforts, I think my dream may become a reality someday.
4^ Wishing I had two of me to accomplish everything I want to do. Feeling a little anxious that I will miss out on something amazing because my schedule is too busy.
5^ Sourced a shipping flat for my spring DIY dog bed project. Concerned that the flat may be treated wood, so we’re looking into all the details before continuing the project. Wouldn’t want the pup sleeping on a bed filled with chemicals.
6^ Thankful my freelance projects are going to be wrapping up soon. I think I’m going to take a break from freelance for awhile. Exhausted.
7^ Are we friends with Google Friend Connect?? If not, all you have to do is click the button in my side bar and I’ll come check out your blog!!!

Still taking music suggestions but with a focused intent.
Who’s your favorite French singer??

Happy Sunday!

Today, spring decided to make an appearance again. Mr. Spring has been in hiding this past week, so when I woke up to sunshine I was ecstatic. When I woke up I immediately check the weather app on my phone and sure enough it was going to be sunny and 60! Wahoo.

Around noon, I took the pup out for a nice long walk through our beautiful neighborhood, just he and I…taking it all in. Our neighborhood is dreamy and if we ever have to move, it will be severely missed. The hood feels like it’s been transported from the calm side streets of Paris and plopped down in the center of a bustling city, it’s own small contained bubble of bliss. It’s a small square that has a fantastic vibe and a batch of extremely nice home owners and renters.

We stepped outside to the smell of warm sun and white and yellow blooming trees. There was a slight chill in the air, but if you stayed in the sun and closed your eyes, it felt like early summer. I took several deep breaths, practicing some breathing techniques learned through my practice of yoga. We walked EVERY street of the neighborhood and the pup stopped and smelled EVERY blooming flower we passed. It took a long tim to get home, but I was enjoying every minute of it.

On a particularly straight stretch of road I closed my eyes and let the pup lead the way. (dangerous…yes, but totally worth it) I had Beau Fixe by Coralie Clement playing on repeat in my head all day, but this ended up being the perfect background music for our outing. I soaked up all the sounds and sights of early spring and reminded myself about the importance of life’s simple pleasures.

Once we finally made our way home we both, the pup and I, curled up on the couch and took and much needed afternoon name. We continued to enjoy the spring day from the couch. Perfection day.

How have you been spending your Saturday?