Artist in her own right

In my attempt to decorate my room on the cheap, I moseyed into Michael's and found myself in the acrylic paint aisle. This is where the crafty side of me kicks in and I go home on a random Tuesday night to paint canvas' on the kitchen floor. I was a little worried that my $30 investment was slowly going down the drain, but I actually ended up liking it enough to hang it on my wall.

And look at those two little stick figures in love!

Happy Memorial Day!

I hope everyone has an amazing, fun, safe Memorial Day weekend!

The weather is supposed to be beautiful here in Boston. A nice change from the past few years. But don't forget your sunscreen!

Rite Aid sunscreen is buy one get one free :)

The Time Has Arrived!

Today is the day!

Sex and the City 2 is out in theaters!

Will I be attending a showing tonight? But of course!

And I will be in some very good company! Can't wait to see you ladies tonight!

She got it from her Mama

My Mom has always said that in her past life she had to be from the Mediterranean, solely based on the fact that she loves their cuisine. Growing up I never realized that most 8 year olds did not eat tabboule, tahini sauce and use lemon juice in everything. Even Dr. Oz says that a Mediterranean diet is the healthiest diet out there.

So in her honor, and in my hunger, I made her version of sour cream. Approximately 1 cup plain yogurt, juice of one lemon, pinch of salt, and my added touch, fresh mint. All you have to do is mix it up and walla, a dead ringer for sour cream in an a lot healthier form.

Now because I often cook for one, my grocery shopping is limited. So since I started with sour cream, I had to find something else that would go with it. And why not sweet potatoes?

(I promise, promise its really good.)

Toast up some pita bread, and i have a meal, or a really big snack.

(Here's a tip, the first time I made this I used regular ol' Plain yogurt, none of that fat free stuff, and I have to say that that batch was a lot better.)

20 X 200

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20x200 is a great website geared to selling artwork on the cheap. The creator, Jen Beckman realized that it was difficult for artist to reach art lovers. So much so that 20x200's motto is

(limited editions × low prices) + the internet = art for everyone

They sell 200 8"x10" prints for $20 each. Sizes and prices go up from there. There are pieces added every week so there's always something new. She has really come up with a great concept that should be embraced. It's hard enough when you walk into someones house and you see the same Pottery Barn print that you have in your house. Or even worse, the classic COLLEGE poster that has somehow withstood the test of time.

I think I found my dream dog

I've been dreaming of the day that I can get a little puppy of my own. And when that day comes, I might just get a Caviler King Charles Spaniel. Ever since our trip to Maine to visit the beautiful Ashley, Adam and Max, their Caviler King Charles Spaniel, I have decided this is the dog for me.

However, my current run with keeping things alive hasn't gone over very well lately. Having that I just recently killed my herb garden, (that I grew from seeds none the less) I don't know if I'm quite ready for a puppy. But when I grow up :) I will search out for one of these little guys.

DIY: Hidden Jewlery Box

I love this idea! It's a hidden jewelry box behind a piece of artwork. Jewelry storage has always been a thorn in my side. How do you organize the yards of chains and gazillion bracelets without it looking like a metal graveyard?

I would love, love, love to sit down one Sunday afternoon and crank this baby out. This is where a jack of all trades boyfriend comes in...are you reading this APM? :)

I'm not a huge fan of the art chosen but a cool abstract canvas might be just as interesting.

Hermione's Snitch Necklace

Ok I admit, I have no idea what a Hermione's Snitch Necklace is. I had to google it. But apparently its from Harry Potter, belonged to someone or something...I don't know, but I do know that this lady on Etsy is very talented and makes a very beautiful necklace. I would totally buy this and have no idea that I was showing some Harry Potter Pride.

Last Minute Gifts

I know Mother's Day is oh...48 hours away but I thoght these watches from Louvett would be such a great gift! Maybe mom wouldn't mind a belated gift? Or maybe the birthday is just around the corner?

Corinne Bailey Rae

Guess who I saw on Friday night? Corinne Bailey Rae.

I hate to admit this but I don't like very many female singers. I don't know what it is. I mean I did grow up on Whitney Houston and the such so I can appreciate them. But something about a mans singing voice just sounds so much better to me. Which is why going to a Corinne Baily Rae concert is such a big deal.

She is one of the best singers of our time. Her voice is so unique and soulful that she makes any song sound amazing. I suggest you check her out.

And I suggest not depending on an iPhone camera. She looked a lot bigger and closer in person...but hey at least I got to see her!

Really???

You might be asking yourself if this really happens.

But coming from the nitty gritty Florida, I can confirm that yes this does exist.

(Whose his barber I wonder? And does he charge extra to trim around the tail?)

When you have some free time, please feel free to browse the classy people that frequent Wal-Mart.

Boston Water Boil Order

(this is my view from lunch at Flour)

Some how, on the hottest day of the year so far in Boston, a pipe burst and we are all on a water ban for the next three days. So my life was reduced to this

Boiling a lot of water.

But it wasn't all bad. I learned to appreciate fresh water out of the tap. We all don't have that luxury. And now that the ban is lifted, I hope we all appreciate it a little more.

Cupcakes galore...

OMG I died when I saw this website and proceeded to forward it to many friends.

How can you resist these cupcakes?

The author/baker extraordinaire/Renaissance Woman is Ming Thompson. If you check out her personal website here you will see all the amazing thing she creates. Everything from cookies to graphic design.

I am really, really impressed. I guarantee you I will be trying a few of these. And when I do, I'll do a side by side comparison of her beautiful cupcake verses mine. I'm placing bets on who will win. :)

Brand Spankin' New

Dear lovely readers,

I know, I know, I've been slacking. My blog has taken the back burner to my job, social life, new series of The Hills, and eating. I apologize immensely, again, and I pinky swear I'm back. Now I can not promise a daily post, but please do come back often. I have a lot to share and love to keep everyone updated. Kiss Kiss.

P.S. New header, what do you think?

Jessica

Rock Candy Chandelier

Another DYI that's right up my ally.

I have always loved chandeliers. There is something so magical and prestigious about them. And I personally think they can be finagled into any home decor. So when i came across this Rock Candy Chandelier on oncewed.com I thought it was just a brilliant idea!

I'm not sure how long these will last, but they are a very adorable and inexpensive idea for a party.

Happy Weekend!

I knew Friday would come again.

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend!

Where did my memory go?

Lately my short term memory has been shot! I hate writing that because some say I'm just putting negative thoughts into the universe, but really it has been happening A LOT. I've even loaded up on my Ginkgo Biloba pills in hopes for a quick recovery.

The point of this rant is to say that I missed a forum last night at Harvard Business School because of my memory. The forum topic was not what interested me, but the forum speakers.

Micheal Kors and Anna Wintor!

Did I really forget to go see these people!!?? Michael Kors is only BFF with Heidi Klum on Project Runway. And Anna Wintor only runs the entire fashion world! (The woman who The Devil Wears Prada is based on.)

The forum was super hard to get into, and somehow, with my name on a waiting list, I got a seat. And I missed it. I missed it. I complained out loud for about 20 minutes but its really been festering for a good 24 hours now. OMG.

Dear Memory,

I'm a little mad at you right now, but please come back.

Love, Jessica

Rain Rain Go Away...

The rain has finally ceased in Boston. We had a couple terrible days of rain that just seemed like it wouldn't stop. A few of my friends had some SERIOUS damage to their homes. One homeowner had 4 feet of flooding! 4 feet!

But today is sunny and bright with a high of 61 degrees! Coming from Florida that's a chilly day, but after a week of rain and 6 months of cold weather, this is a beautiful very warm day.

In celebration of Spring, (might be calling it too early, but hey I'm living in the moment) I think we should all make these Pom Poms from Martha Stewart. The colors she used are just so bright and cheery, they could put any one in a Spring frame of mind.

So Pretty

These inspiration boards are from the Postcards and Pretties blog. She puts together these amazing boards that just make you want to sit on her blog and see every single one she has created.

( I think I've almost accomplished this.)

Having just seen Alice in Wonderland I found the first one fitting.

Talent I tell ya, shes got it.

May 2010 Here I come!

For many girls May 28, 2010 means something.
Not only the beginning of Spring, or graduation time, but really something.
And that something is Sex And The City 2 premiere!
New pics were just released. Who's getting excited?