tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16699459015770902472024-02-01T20:12:24.031-08:00Mainly MarenAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.comBlogger228125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-14866839031815232502018-05-29T14:02:00.000-07:002018-05-29T14:02:51.450-07:00It's Been 84 Years...<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Back in 2015, I was exhausted, emotionally and physically, after we moved back to the United States from Germany. After a couple weeks of resting and getting back on our feet, I tried logging into the blog and couldn't! I tried for awhile.....it wanted to send my password recovery to my old German phone number, drats!... and basically I just wanted to throw the laptop out the window. Most likely, I was still exhausted. </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Over the next few weeks during that summer, my mom shattered her ankle (I became her volunteer caregiver), Husband and I were still waiting for our house to be move-in ready, our shipping crate was basking in the hot sun somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean, and I was gearing up to jump back into teaching 5th Grade Math/Science. Phew. So sadly, MainlyMaren was put on the back burner. </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Returning to Mainly Maren has always been something that has been in the back of my mind and in the back of my closet. That's where over 1,000 business cards continually fall out of their weak storage box reminding me, "Hello....Mainly Maren is still here... waiting." </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>So here we are in 2018. I literally had to blow the dust off of my laptop and said a silent prayer that the charger would miraculously reappear after three years of hiding. It did. </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>We are traveling a lot less now, but the adventures keep coming. My latest "project" is launching this Friday. I'm thrilled to share that news with you later this week, unless of course, I'm exhausted. </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Maren</b></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-37042192854445255172018-05-16T21:37:00.000-07:002018-05-16T21:37:07.804-07:00Hello, It's MeIs this thing turned on?<br />
*tap tap<br />
Mic check 1<br />
Miiiiiic check twoooo<br />
*long blow into microphone<br />
Can you hear me out there?!<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-67099356803639665842015-05-27T02:08:00.002-07:002015-05-27T02:08:26.958-07:00May in Review<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">What We Are Eating This Week:</span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband and I spent two days with my family in Denmark. Our breakfast taste buds were spoiled with the delights of ebelskivers, eggs, bacon, fruit, and their family specialty, Dragon Tail. A few years ago my cousin was twisting together dough for a cinnamon roll ring when her son exclaimed, "Wow, Mom! A Dragon Tail..." Now the name has stuck!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Since this adventure is coming to a close, I have on graduation goggles and keep thinking about all the wonderful times we had in Europe. It feels like we just moved here... How is it possible it has really been 3 years?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband and I got to spend some time in Denmark for a family picnic. Every Pentecost, a large number of my Danish relatives have a get together at a park overlooking the Baltic Sea. This year we were able to attend as well as my brother and Margo. We had an absolute blast and still can't name everyone that we met. I love seeing family on both sides of the Atlantic!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Saturday morning at 5:30 a.m. we will be standing in line at the airport check-in with our pup, Shelby Dog. I am a bit worried about getting her checked onto the flight and how traumatic the flight will be on her. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">If you have followed for awhile, you know I craft. A lot. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Usually, I make wreaths and hair accessories but I was recently asked to work on a wedding garter</span><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Ek! I am really excited to try out a new project but man there is some pressure when it involves a bride's BIG day!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you are ever interested in a custom piece, I would love to help you out! Just send me an email at mainlymaren(at)gmail.com.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">After our flight out of Germany and into Dallas, we are meeting both of our families for Mexican food Saturday night. I am looking forward to visiting with our folks, stuffing my face from a bowl of queso, and hopefully enjoying a summer evening on the patio. (Ugh...rain?!)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our TV is packed inside a shipping crate most likely in a port yard somewhere along the canal in Hamburg. To keep myself entertained and sane during this transition, I'm reading all of your blogs right now!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Right now I am typing on my laptop in the car somewhere on the autobahn between Nurnemberg and Munich. The music selection is not the best, but is a continuous rotation of the latest songs on a local radio station. I really really really really really wish for a new song...</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I kid you not, I am wearing a day old pair of socks. How did I miscalculate the number of pairs of socks I would need on this road trip? Oh that's right, I planned on flip flops...but Converse won out again. </span><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This weekend, my lifelong dream of living abroad is coming to a close. Our time in Europe has been a fantastic experience and has taught us more than we ever will know but it is time to get back to our family. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Homegoods, Ross, Pier 1, Marshalls, Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, Tuesday Morning, Estate Sales, repeat.</span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Homegoods, Ross, Pier 1, Marshalls, Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, Tuesday Morning, Estate Sales, repeat.</span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Homegoods, Ross, Pier 1, Marshalls, Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, Tuesday Morning, Estate Sales...</span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have been deprived of good shopping for 3 years... 3 years without the thrill of a bargain. </span><br />
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Husband's Bavarian Birthday <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/07/husbands-30th-bavarian-birthday.html" target="_blank">here</a></div>
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Today all the fun has been part of the monthy, What's Up Wednesday <a href="http://thelarsonlingo.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">link up</a> party! See you in June!</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-10088662598954358692015-05-22T00:42:00.001-07:002015-05-22T00:42:31.281-07:00Friday Favorites: From Hamburg<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Things are wrapping up for us on this side of the world. Our crate was packed Wednesday and we said goodbye to some great friends. As you are reading this, we are in Hamburg, Germany starting out on our last European vacation for a while. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So far we know the movers packed all of our paper towel rolls, half of our water kettle without the base (with Euro plug), a basket of garage sale clothes, a ripped Nike bag meant for the trash, and almost a dirty French Press. (Luckily, Husband caught that near mistake just in time) Who else knows what crazy things might have ended up boxed? Read more about this craziness<a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/05/its-crate-day.html" target="_blank"> here</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">My brother and his girlfriend stopped for a quick visit in Munich. (Travel tips <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/05/munich-in-day.html" target="_blank">here</a>) We took them on a marathon tour of the city. There was so much walking involved, my sandals cracked. (Take note of my tennis shoes the next morning....) Showing them all of the popular sites gave Husband and I a chance to say "Auf Wiedersehen" to Munich.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This is me with Mr. Martin Luther. Hamburg is mostly Lutheran. Today we plan to visit a few of the cathedrals including a sailor's church. I am also looking forward to a boat tour of the massive shipping harbor. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It's another Friday Favorites with <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Andrea</a>! Linking up to see all the fun from this past week!</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-71866874712668767492015-05-20T01:36:00.000-07:002015-05-20T01:51:28.550-07:00It's a Crate Day!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Last week Husband, Shelby Dog, and I headed to the Austrian Alps to spend two nights at a friend's cabin. The drive from Munich was around three hours and we left in the evening after Husband got off of work.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">As the sun was quickly setting, we wound our car up the curving mountain roads. The higher our car got up the mountainside the narrower the lanes became. We didn't quite know where we were going but were looking for a specific dirt road, with a harsh turn back, and a steep incline.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Not finding hardly any street signs and with a fuzzy memory of the last visit, Husband saw a gravel road, hard turn back, and a steep incline and instantly turned the car onto the lane. Then the car really struggled to get up the steep incline. Dirt was flying behind, the tires were kicking, and Husband had the car set in high gear. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When the drive up the road wasn't getting any easier and the car dangerously struggling the climb, Husband declared "This is the right way." So there we were, on a one lane gravel road, with a weak car, next to a steep edge with a dramatic enough drop down the mountainside below.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Then suddenly, the incline became too steep and the wheels took on a mind of their own. Even though Husband was steering the directions I told him, the wheels would not turn enough with the gaining pull of gravity and unstable rocky road. We were slipping down a mountainside. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I stood with the dog on this deserted road wearing a bright sundress, flip flops, and freshly painted toes. Not exactly a normal sight halfway up a mountain deep into the Alps. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">A major "momfessional moment" for me that day was seeing Shelby Dog sitting concerned in the backseat. I knew I would never forgive myself if something happened to her and I didn't get her out of the car. She might be just a dog to some people, but to us Shelby Dog is a major part of our family. </span></div>
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Today's "Momfessional Moment" is part of the Show and Tell link up party hosted by <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Andrea</a>! I am also linking up today with Tuesday Talks!</div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This weekend we were so fortunate to have my brother Garrett and his girlfriend Margo visit. They arrived late Saturday afternoon and left early Monday morning. We had just a few short hours Saturday evening and all day Sunday to see the top highlights Munich has to offer.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">An important tip to remember when traveling to Bavaria, is that all the shops and stores are closed on Sundays. Ahead of time, Margo had compiled a list of three stores she wished to visit.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Since it was close to 6:00 p.m. when we made it to the city center, we stopped in the Dallmayr Coffee & Tea Shop first. There they were able to pick up a few gourmet goodies to take back home. On Saturdays most of the stores close at 7 p.m. so after Dallmayr, we stayed in the area and stopped inside Schuhbeck's spice shop. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Originally, we had planned to eat dinner inside the English Garden but as the sunset it got a bit too cold. Instead of a beer garden dinner, we decided to head to Husband's favorite traditional German restaurant, Schneider Weisse. It was perfect for sharing some of the best foods and beverages known to the area!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">From Marienplatz we headed towards one of my favorite plazas, Odeonsplatz. Along the way we took a minor detour and stopped at the Michael Jackson memorial. Yep, Munich has a MJ memorial still actively visited by visitors and locals. Always curious to see inside one of his favorite hotels, "Bayerishe Hof", we poked our heads inside one of the most glamorous hotels and bars in Munich. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">At Odeonsplatz, we took Garrett and Margo to my favorite cathedral, the Theatinekirche. The church is completely covered in white plaster moldings. It has been beautifully up-kept and is currently undergoing more restoration.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">After our quick snack, we walked inside the Residenz garden, headed by the Residenz theater, and finally ended up at the Monkey Tower. This tower is called the Monkey Tower because as a baby, King Ludwig almost fell out of the window but was pulled back by a pet monkey.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">At first glance, we thought we were way under dressed in our tennis shoes and t-shirts for Schlosswirtschaft-Schwaige but... they let us in. We found an atmosphere full of class with white table clothes, elegant Bavarian decor, and a wine list that did not disappoint. Then we tasted the food and declared it the best of the entire weekend. Wonderful setting, fabulous food, and an affordable menu now makes <a href="http://www.schlosswirtschaft-schwaige.de/Restaurant/Restaurant.html" target="_blank">Schlosswirtschaft-Schwaige</a> a place that I must also recommend when you are visiting Munich.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Back in February a dear friend of mine requested I make some Salted Caramel Cupcakes. 3 months later and 2 weeks before our move, I finally tackled the task. When my friend first requested cupcakes with caramel, my mind had horrible visions of boiling condensed milk for hours. Little did I know how easy it actually is to make caramel using dark brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Mmmm. (While the caramel was cooling, there was some serious spoon lickin' taking place)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Luckily for two girls who not only enjoy coffee but also art, <a href="http://www.myfable-shop.de/" target="_blank">My Fable</a> hand selects local and worldwide artists to feature inside their shop. All the pieces are handmade, share a story, and support people who love doing what they do.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I was amazed at how much detail and intricate work Sabine puts into her <a href="http://www.myfable-shop.de/shop/geschenke-lifestyle/geschenkbox-mit-magnet-kino/" target="_blank">jewelry</a>. No two pairs of earrings at exactly alike, each piece is unique. When I heard that each petal on the flower is hand sculpted from the clay, it was official, I was not leaving without a pair of my own. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Since then, I have worn my coral flower studs nearly every day. I have even slept in these earrings and they have held up beautifully. The studs are the perfect size, super light, and best of all, my purchase supported handmade. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">If you are interested in supporting a local, talented artist, please visit My Fable's <a href="http://www.myfable-shop.de/shop/schmuck-accessoires/blumenohrringe-aus-fimo/" target="_blank">online shop here</a>. Use the promo code "mainlymaren2015" to receive 10% off. </span><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(P.S. If you open the page in Google Chrome, you will have the option to translate into English)<span style="font-size: large;"> Google Translate + Me = BFF</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Linking up with <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Andrea</a> and all the fun today on Friday Favorites!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">On her birthday, we took Shelby to our local pet store. We picked up a few things we need to make her flight back to Texas as comfortable as possible. For the flight she needed puppy pads, an attachable water dish, and a new tug bone for no reason other than she has Husband wrapped around her paw. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Last week I was talking about Pilates and this week I'm talking about Chili Cheese Fries... what a double standard. At Burger House I always get the same meal; Chicken Camembert with a side of Chili Cheese Fries. On special occasions, like any week day that ends in the three letters ______d-a-y, Husband recreates the Chicken Camembert using flattened chicken breast and frozen (uh hem, no judging) fried Camembert patties. OH my word. Delicious! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I mentioned last week that we were going to visit BMW World and Museum. Well, Sunday we woke up to rain for days, so in the afternoon we headed over to see what these places were all about. BMW World was packed full of people, kids, tourists... We enjoyed walking around looking at all the different models including Minis and Rolls Royces. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Last week I talked about reading Jenny Colgan's <u><a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/04/friday-favorites-gearing-up-for-summer.html" target="_blank">Summer at Beach Street Bakery</a></u>, the sequel to <u><a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/10/dont-judge-book.html" target="_blank">Beach Street Bakery</a></u>, and now I have finished both books! I stayed up until 3 a.m. Wednesday night not able to put down <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/04/friday-favorites-gearing-up-for-summer.html" target="_blank"><u>Summer at Beach Street Bakery</u>.</a></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Now with our move coming up... I thought it would make things easier if I passed on my two copies for someone else to enjoy. (Saves me space and weight in a box!) Just a quick giveaway so I can get them dropped into the mail Monday morning!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When most little girls were playing in their multi-story, pink plastic, Barbie houses, I was busy doing something else. With an antique cigar box filled with half-used pencils and a cleared bedroom floor, I spent endless hours of my childhood designing floor plans for Barbie. Very little of my time was actually used role playing with Barbie but instead setting up her house. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Somewhere in my childhood closet is an American Girl doll box filled with sheets of notebook paper with drawn out floor plans. Pencil erasing, rule straight lines, and labeled rooms marked the visions I dreamed up for the perfect home.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">There was a even a time I brought my favorite floor plan to show my uncle, the architect, to get his advice. I'm not even sure if I was in middle school at that point...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I went through a phase in college when I thought about changing my major. After a disappointing visit to the advisor's office, I learned switching to architecture would pile on additional years that just weren't in my family's already over-stretched budget. Now, I am thankful that God put me where He did and I wouldn't change the path I have gone down. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So when it comes to living out a childhood dream, my home is my blank canvas, a place I can explore endless possibilities in design. I call it "real-life" doll house and I. Love. It. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When I created the look of this space, I was incorporating our very colorful Pottery Barn duvet. Except...after 3 years of use, I noticed the colors on the duvet have faded from multiple washes. I am still not ready to part with this duvet but I do not think I want it to be the center of the design.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">In addition, I wasn't really feeling the black and white touches. It is very chic and stylish right now but it just isn't me. Husband took one look at the photo and said "You aren't a black and white person. You don't even wear those colors." Good point. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So I hit the drawing board again. I decided that maybe my black iron headboard just needs a fresh coat of spray paint. That is when I saw this gorgeous bed on <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/post-44-138681?utm_campaign=Feed%3A+apartmenttherapy%2Fmain+%28Main%29&utm_content=Google+Reader&utm_medium=feed&utm_source=feedburner" target="_blank">Apartment Therapy</a>. I like the neutral bedding that doesn't fight with the wall decor. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The inspiration for the window treatments is actually a shower curtain from Anthropologie. I have seen several DIY versions circling around the internet. I love the ombre look with both of my favorite colors! The desk pictured is very similar to my childhood writing desk. Now to find the perfect chair...</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Before Husband and I moved, we had a Texas A&M room and a Texas Tech room. The space I am going to use for the guest room/home office is the former Tech room. Here is what it looked like before:</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This headboard was my grandparent's for decades. It has been white, hunter green, black and soon to be turquoise! The bedding here is from Target and TJMaxx.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I hate that this photo is out of focus. We sold this side table in a garage sale right before our move. The baskets from Wal-Mart were filled with children's books. On the top were encyclopedias T-E-C-H, a camera lamp (gifted to my brother), a vintage school bell (from my aunt and uncle!), and scrapbooks/yearbook from my college days. On the wall were mine and my grandmother's sorority paddle, photos from college, my diploma, a graduation sketch from my cousin, and a signed print from one of the veterans who claims to be in the famous V-J Day in Times Square photograph.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">All of these are based around weddings! (It's a theme in a theme!!) Anyways, when I went to dig out the photos for any of my Top 3 and I couldn't find them anywhere. What a pity. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Well, while searching, I did find some photographs from another fun event that I never shared with you... Wedding Wine <strike>Tasting</strike> Choosing with my bridesmaids. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Even though our wedding reception wasn't until June, we wanted to get a better idea of our budget early on. I held the party in December and decided to match the rest of the house with Christmas plates and napkins. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Linking up with <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Andrea</a> today! Professional photos by Amanda Lynn. Check out her page <a href="http://amandalynn.co/" target="_blank">here</a>!</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-43440832005679328492015-04-30T12:27:00.002-07:002015-05-01T01:18:04.404-07:00Friday Favorites: Moving in May<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Friday, again?! I am not complaining for one second... but I did just ask Husband <i>"What did I do on Tuesday and Wednesday?"</i> I couldn't remember...this week has all blended together. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Today I am not featuring any of the latest fashions or recent buys because the truth is, I have spent the entire week in my home. In yoga pants. Cleaning. Sorting. Organizing. Scrubbing. Loading boxes. and Repeat.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">You won't find any new nail polish colors in today's favorites...The closest I got to a self pedicure was taking the old paint off my toes.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">To simply put it, things have been quite glamorous *ahem* around here lately. Just take a look at some of my "favorites":</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When Husband and I first moved to Germany we used a very similar box as our coffee table for longer than I am proud to say. Tonight, I walked in to the living room to see he had set up a "new" coffee table and I just laughed. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Yesterday, we had a day of dreary, grey, rainy weather. Since Husband rediscovered our long forgotten hoarding of corn bread mix, I promised that on the next bad weather day we would make chili. So here we are in April, enjoying a couple of day's worth of Texas chili and must-be-eaten-before-the-move cornbread. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Last week I randomly decided to give Pilates a try after seeing a few suggested videos on my YouTube channel. Oh my word. I am way late to the party, but this is exactly what I have been missing. As a former dancer, the stretching and core focus is quickly becoming addicting. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband and I sold a lot of our things in a neighborhood flea market this past Saturday. </span><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">Does anyone else get sad to see clothing items go when you remember where you were when you wore that particular item?</span><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> The dress from my brother's graduation, the cardigan I wore when we adopted Shelby, the shirt I wore to that one concert...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband and I, plus Shelby Dog are flying back to The States at the end of May. I am already worried about the temperatures on the ground in Dallas. If the temp is above 85 degrees at our end destination, the airline will not allow Shelby Dog to fly. Flying with a dog is an all around rough experience...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">In April, Husband and I traveled to Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Czech Republic. I have several new map hearts to create for our <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/04/travel-memories-heart-map-collage.html" target="_blank">collage</a>. It is pretty fun seeing our wall grow with fantastic adventures! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Whoever suggested Gossip Girl... I am now officially hooked. I am currently reading Summer at Beach Street Bakery. It is a light-hearted, perfect book for the warming days. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">My talented brother and cousin Kirstie preformed a duet of Christina Perri's "A Thousand Years" during Husband and my 2012 wedding ceremony. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">During our trip to Belgium, I picked up a vintage-styled dress from a handmade shop out of London. A-line dresses and skirts in fun fabrics are my favorite spring/summer styles. I wore my new dress to brunch on Sunday and it was perfect!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">In just 3 weeks my brother and his girlfriend are coming to visit! I am so excited! Even though our apartment will mostly be empty, it is going to be a lot of fun showing them around the place Husband and I have spent 3 years living. It will also give us a chance to see the major attractions in Munich one last time before the big move. </span></div>
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Joining in on all the fun today for the very first time with <a href="http://thelarsonlingo.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">The Larson Lingo</a>, <a href="http://pinteresttoldmeto.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Pinterest Told Me To</a>, and <a href="http://shullfamily.blogspot.de/" target="_blank">Mix & Match Family</a>! This has been What's Up Wednesday!</div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Many moons ago my sorority had us buy Reef flip flops for one of the rush recruitment outfits. At the time, I was a little irritated at the price for flip flops but those things lasted me through my entire time in college. I even think my mom borrowed the flip flops on several occasions. They were so comfortable and very well made with leather. This year I decided to give Reefs another try. I found this pair called GypsyLove on Amazon and my heart skipped at a beat. I am such a sucker for these colors! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Last night I made a version of this recipe from my <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/04/whats-for-dinner.html" target="_blank">Monday Meal Planning</a>. It was an instant hit. Husband was really impressed by how "fancy" it was when in reality it was quite simple to make. Score! In addition to the potatoes and asparagus, I added garlic, mushrooms, and truffle cheese. Like with most amazing meals, I couldn't be bothered to take a photo because there were more important things to do...ahem* eat it!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The week started with the end of our Prague trip. We were so fortunate to take a quick, SUPER QUICK, trip over the weekend. Luckily, Prague is a 3.5 hour drive from Munich so we loaded up the car early Saturday morning and headed back Sunday afternoon. It was our first time in the Czech Republic and I immediately loved Prague. I hope next week to write a bit more about our experience!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This is <strike>our</strike> my dog, Shelby Louise. Also known on the blog as "Shelby Dog". She is our nearly 5 year old, Labrador in summer/Husky in winter, rescue dog. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Before I get to her namesake, I want to give you the background story of how Shelby came into our family. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It all started on an end-of-summer Saturday morning. I was "killing time", just wondering around Target picking up random things like a red back-to-school cardigan, when my phone rang. My dad on the other end said, </span><span style="color: #351c75; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b>"Maren, your mom and I are up here at the SPCA and you need to get down here quick. We found you a dog."</b></span></span><span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Um, what? Getting a dog was not in my day's plans. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When I arrived at the SPCA, I found my parents inside a play room with a three month old Labrador puppy and a three year old red hound dog. A few dotted lines, a written check, and an hour later, my dad drove off with the hound dog and I had my mom holding a nervous puppy in the passenger seat of my car. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Then I came up with the name Shelby after watching my favorite movie Steal Magnolias for the 100th time. Who else can quote this movie by heart? My mom and I would watch this movie every summer when I was growing up. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">After announcing the name "Shelby" my mom suggested "Louise" as a middle name. The movie Steal Magnolias takes place in Louisiana and Louise just fit. Suddenly, my puppy had a new name, Shelby Louise. It's best pronounced with a southern accent!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Shelby Louise has since moved across the ocean with us. It was a traumatic experience traveling by air when Shelby first arrived in Germany back in 2012. After a week of hiding in her puppy hut, she finally felt comfortable adjusting to her new surroundings. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Who would have thought during a simple shopping trip to Target that my life would be forever changed? Shelby is one of my best friends. She has brought so much happiness to Husband and I during times of homesickness and stressful moments. I guess parents really do know what is best!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Over our steaming bowls of Pad Thai noodles we talked about what foods we usually prepare and eat at home. It was in this conversation that I realized just how much Husband and I enjoy eating different foods. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Wednesday's meal I found on <a href="http://www.womansday.com/" target="_blank">Women's Day</a> and can be found <a href="http://www.womansday.com/food-recipes/food-drinks/recipes/a12863/asparagus-potato-spinach-galette-recipe-wdy0514/" target="_blank">here</a>. This dish is something I have not tried before and I'm looking forward to making something different! I will serve the Galette with a side salad. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I am most looking forward to Friday's meal, Tex-Mex Stuffed Zucchini. Husband and I do not get NEARLY enough Tex-Mex living in Germany. It is a rare, rare occasion. Sliced avocado will be the perfect side dish for this dish! I was excited to find this <a href="http://www.skinnytaste.com/2013/07/taco-stuffed-zucchini-boats.html" target="_blank">recipe</a> on one of my favorite food blogs, <a href="http://www.skinnytaste.com/" target="_blank">Skinny Taste</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Make sure and come back tomorrow when I share "What's in a Name?"</span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-91747812505302110412015-04-03T00:34:00.000-07:002015-04-03T00:34:29.865-07:00Friday Favorites: Eggstra Eggstra!Here we are on Good Friday just a couple of days away from Easter. For Husband and I, this is our last holiday away from family. Being apart from loved ones is always hard when special occasions arise and we are looking forward to getting back to our traditions at home.<br />
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Today I am sharing a collection of spring pictures that inspire me. Each idea seems simple enough for last minute Easter decor. After seeing these ideas in one place, I have realized I love bring natural aspects into the home.<br />
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Our local park fills up with different wild flowers each spring. This trio of eggs held in egg cups is quite simple with clusters of varying spring blooms inside a broken shell. I think this is a fantastic alternative to a typical bud vase.</div>
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A couple of weeks ago a vintage umbrella caught my eye at the flea market. The canvas was coral, orange, and beige with a worn wooden handle. I walked away and now after seeing this wreath alternative I am kicking myself. Does this happen to anyone else? I wish I was better at buying items and dreaming up uses later on. </div>
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I am in L-OOOOVE with milk glass and have been for years. We used it in our centerpieces at our wedding receptions and I don't think my obsession is going away anytime soon. Seeing a dessert stand paired with vintage canning jars definitely caught my eye. I also might have to create some of those moss eggs to go with next year's spring decor. </div>
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I have seen many great ideas for vase fillers and want to try creating an arrangement similar to this one. This floral centerpiece is full of beautiful spring blooms and the base also draws the eye with it's colorful egg filler. How cute would this be with eggs dyed by your own children? I think this could bring a special touch to an Easter meal. </div>
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Last year, I brought some spring color into our home using daffodil bulbs and a clear vase. The teacher in me thinks this method of planting bulbs is a great way for children to explore the life cycle. I really want to try this again using different tulip bulbs!</div>
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Well guys, if you don't hear from me a lot next week it is because Husband and I are out on our Easter road trip. Last year we headed to <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/04/9-days-in-italy.html" target="_blank">Italy</a> and this year we are going back to explore more of Belgium! Since we will be in the car, I'm off now to create another one of my road trip Easter baskets. You can read the tutorial <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/04/easter-hoppenings.html" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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I am joining up with <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Andrea </a>today to bring you these Easter and Spring Friday Favorites!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-47841299996715126772015-04-02T05:05:00.001-07:002015-04-02T05:05:15.134-07:00Spring Styles for Girls<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I met with one of my best friends for lunch the other day (okay, really three months ago) but our conversation has been running in my head ever since then. </span><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>"Kids are EX-PENsive."</b></span><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Naturally, being the fashionistas that we are (alright, her not me) we talked awhile about children's clothing.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">As you may know, or perhaps my mother has told you, Husband and I do not have kids yet. Except we are surrounded by kids between my classroom, our families, and all those beer drinkin' buddies from days long gone. Frat parties became date nights, those led to weddings and well now, I'm just waiting for Round 2 of the Baby Shower Invites to start popping into my mailbox. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I've noticed clothing trends among my friends with kids. Some pick out preppy labels, others shop consignment, a few wore hand-me-downs almost the entire first year, and let's not forget the boutique babies. The online auctions are enough to cause me to bite my nails right off my fingers. Oh. The. Stress. And don't forget, I don't have kids.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have very fond memories growing up. Like all good mothers of the mid 80s, my mom tried her best on her beloved Singer sewing machine. Floral fabrics, Peter Pan lace collars, and a big satin bow tied in the back of a dress was my mother's specialty. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely loved it. Those dresses are special. They were made with time and love. I am proud to say those dresses are still hanging, in plastic protectors, somewhere in the back of my childhood closet. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Then of course, landing at Number 7 in the Cousin Birth Order made me a prime candidate for hand-me-downs. I was full of excitement the times I got to pull open a giant black trashbag full of clothing my cousin could no longer wear. It was so fun looking through the items deciding what I wanted to keep and what we would pass on to a local charity. To make matters even cooler for a then 5 year old, my aunt used a different smelling detergent that I can still remember lingering on the clothes. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Of course, I also had nice labels bought for special occasions from my Godmother or Grandma. A new birthday sweater or a polka dot jean dress for church... My mom also did a good job picking out labels a few seasons early that eventually I would grow into. We hunted for our favorite brands at TJMaxx or looked through the racks of our small town JCPenneys. Mall shopping trips were a full day event that required leaving the house early and driving south closer to Dallas. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So being bored at home this week, I decided to do a bit of "clothing research". AKA shopping with no intent to buy. (Remember we don't have kids) I thought if one of my best friends is expressing how expensive kids can be, than my other friends with kids might feel the same way. What can parents do to live the lifestyle they want, keep their families happy, but do it without breaking their nest egg?</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-10926003999636748552015-04-01T07:58:00.000-07:002015-04-01T07:58:56.213-07:00I Do Not Know but I Know<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Well, I promised myself I would start the month of April back in the blogging world. Yesterday, Husband brought out our spring and summer clothes just in time for a fresh blanket of snow to fall this morning. Today is April 1st, April Fool's Day, and I'm back... unlike the weather, this is not a joke. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">MainlyMaren was created to document our time living abroad. I have loved writing about these adventures in Europe and somewhere out in the world people are reading. I know I want to continue to share stories because I find enjoyment in writing but in which direction the blog will now head, I do not know. </span><span style="color: #073763; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Perhaps somewhere near that home project list?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I always looked forward to the time of day when I could share a story with my class. I just didn't realize how much I loved story time until Friday when I read that last book aloud. The character accents, the observations, the voice fluctuation, the predictions, and the suspense make it all so fun when I look out and see eyes bugged and mouths hanging open as little ones are completely engrossed in the pages held between my hands. </span><span style="color: #073763; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Do people still volunteer for read alouds at the library or in the schools?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And of course, the wonders moving back into our home...clean the carpet or replace? Greige walls or white? Chalk paint the cabinets? Slip cover couch or not? Sectional or standard size?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So friends, I promise to spend these last 8 weeks filling you in on our move and sharing some stories from our last few road trips. If there is something in particular you would like me to cover, please let me know. I would love a request or assignment!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">As the next song started up we walked out onto the floor and we made the usual introduction exchanges. You know the quick details you want to get out of the way before the dance hall is completely engulfed in fiddles and acoustic guitars. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">"I'm Maren. Where are you from?"</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">"Uh Oh. I went to Texas Tech."</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Red Raider aside, I was little excited to hear this guy Drew graduated from Texas A&M. I love a little rival football!</span><br />
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Our first football game together! A&M v. Tech 2010</div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our conversation pretty much ended there because the walls were bouncing with music vibrations. He twirled me around, spun me this way, spun me that way, it was a fast paced, no time to think twice polka/waltz, and I smiled through the entire thing.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Until the last beat. This guy spun me into one more twirl and went into to land the entire dance with a big dip backwards. But....his foot slipped... my foot scuffed... and his boot scraped upwards forcefully right over the top of my big toe.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">A nerve shocking amount of pain ran up my spine and I knew something not good had just happened. Not even saying goodbye to this new face, I ran off the dance floor into the nearby restroom. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Inside a bathroom stall, I looked down and saw my big toe completely covered in blood. I wasn't even sure if my toenail was still attached. Why oh why did I have to wear wedges to the country dance hall? </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This guy, Drew, not knowing me assumed I was sick from alcohol. He found my girlfriends and told them "Uh, I think your friend is sick in the bathroom." Confused, my friends vouched for me and said "She hasn't had anything to drink...." </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Then Drew sent one of his friends into the restroom to check on me. She walked in to find me buying a $2 band-aid from the bathroom attendant. That's right, $2 for ONE band-aid. No sympathy from that bathroom monitor. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Kneeling down next to me, his friend Jenny asked "Did Drew do this to you?" I shook my head and frantically said "No, no." Then I raced through my mind those first introduction questions again. Remembering this guy's name was indeed Drew, and I quickly restated my answer, "Wait, yes. Yes he did."</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Fortunately, the night did not have to end there. After a quick band-aid fix and a promise to myself to buy cowboy boots that week, I headed back out to find Drew waiting. We chatted a bit more and eventually took some more spins around the dance floor. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Then as my girl friends and I were heading out, he asked for my phone number. Except when he started typing my name into his phone he put "L-A-U-R..." And as I saw what was happening I realized he had heard my name as "Lauren" not "Maren". A quick fix, and a good laugh he had my digits.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Two days later my phone rang as I was on my way to Bachelor night with the girls. I stared at the blinking number buzzing in my hand and wondered "Should I answer this?" </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And I am so glad I did. Our first date was July 2, 2010. He proposed July 2011. We were married June 2012. But that's a story for another day...</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So ladies, make sure that when you go country dancing, you wear cowboy boots. Save the wedges for lunch dates. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Linking up today with <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Andrea</a> for her Show and Tell Tuesdays and <a href="http://www.sweetlittleonesblog.com/" target="_blank">Tuesday Talk</a>. Wahoo! So much fun.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Yesterday was my birthday. My 31st birthday to be exact! Husband did a fantastic job making sure my day was full of celebration. Check it out:</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Sunday morning started out with some dog tricks and dog treats. This is Shelby Dog's "High 10".</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband put out our tradition birthday banner. Growing up his mom put up the same (and still does) birthday banner each year. We created the same tradition but with our own banner. I think I picked this one up a few years ago at the dollar store! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">In my family beignets (French donuts) are a special breakfast treat that my dad made every so often when I was growing up. Now, Husband makes beignets each year for my birthday.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">After breakfast, we headed into Munich. My good friend told us that the canal outside of Nymphenburg Palace had frozen.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">People were ice skating and playing hockey on top of the frozen river. We walked along the canal and took in the people watching.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The water underneath the bridge was not frozen. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Standing on top of the bridge looking down the canal. People were out skating the entire frozen length. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">My friend Kate came out to join us on a little coffee break and stroll along the canal. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We walked up to Nymphenburg Palace and it was surrounded by frozen grounds. Everything looked so different than in the springtime!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Back at the house, Husband finished icing my cake. He is a man of many talents. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">For dinner, Husband prepared a traditional Swiss fondue in my brand new GREEN APPLE fondue pot. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It was DELICIOUS! We are already planning our second fondue night for later in the month. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Hello World! I'm sure you are excited that it is Friday and ready for the weekend... Today I am featuring a few Friday Favorites and I'm joining <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Andrea</a> in on all the fun!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This week I have been home sick. I went to the doctor on Tuesday and she tried to write me off from work for the whole week. I said it wasn't necessary and I was SURE I would be better within the next day. I went into work yesterday and it was a huge mistake. My voice is gone again. It is really hard to not talk when you LOVE to talk. My spirits are high, my head is clear, but my throat is just not having it.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">So this edition of Friday Favorites is featuring my items necessary for the cold season.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Healthy Elvis Cookie Recipe <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/02/wellness-wednesday-healthy-elvis-cookies.html" target="_blank">here</a></span></div>
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Even though I didn't grow up drinking a lot of hot tea, think more ice tea with lime wedges and sugar, now that we are living in a cold weather climate, hot tea has become a near daily necessity. We have a whole shelf dedicated to boxes and bags of different teas. Currently, I am enjoying a winter tea with almond, cinnamon, and apple infusions. Staying hydrated is important during these dark, cold days!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When winter time hits, I make sure to keep saltine crackers in my pantry. A lot of people associate these crackers as "flu food" but I actually enjoy them just about any time. I might have a slight peanut butter addiction and these crackers are the perfect base for a small snack. You can read about grocery shopping in Germany <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.com/2014/07/living-internationally-grocery-shopping.html" target="_blank">here</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">You probably already saw this picture on <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/02/show-and-tell-groundhog-day.html" target="_blank">Tuesday's Show and Tell</a> but lemons, ginger, and honey are three more items I like to keep in stock. This week alone I have gone through several lemons and almost depleted the bottle of honey. When sore throats need a cure, I boil water, cut several slices of fresh ginger root, squeeze in half a lemon, and add in a tablespoon of honey. This hot tea combination is supposed to be a great aid in helping the body fight off the bad. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">A few weeks ago my Facebook newsfeed was full of friends sad to bid the show Parenthood goodbye. Misinformed, I thought the show was mostly about a life stage I can't easily relate to so we never tuned in. Caught up on our shows (Thanks cold season!) and looking for something new, Husband and I decided to give Parenthood a try. Let me just say, We LOVE the Bravermans! And I'm already declaring around the house that I want a BIG family. just. like. that. Because TV is real, right?!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The following has nothing to do with the cold season but I thought you'd enjoy a mishap from this week!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Last weekend I finally got around to photographing our<a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/02/made-it-monday-valentines-decor.html" target="_blank"> Valentine's decorations</a>. To create the look without spending money, I repurposed Christmas garland filled with pink and red ornaments to add some festivity to our home. I also made another banner using old Valentine envelopes, heart doilies, and Danish heart baskets. You can read more <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2015/02/made-it-monday-valentines-decor.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And then I witnessed this happen. In slow motion. Helpless with the clothes drying rack blocking my running catch. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And then I kind of laughed and saw the humor in what had just happened. My initial thought? "Well, that's 8 less Christmas ornaments I have to store." Of course, I quickly got the dog away, put on some shoes, grabbed the broom, dustpan, and vacuum. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This was the sad, pathetic pile of tiny shards of broken glass and two day's worth of dog hair waiting to be swept up and moved on into the trashcan. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Anyone remember the episode of Friends where Phoebe loses her voice but gets a "sexy, raspy, singing voice"? </b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Stay Well,</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband and I are trying really hard to live a healthier lifestyle. We are eating less carbohydrates during the week and limiting ourselves to one cheat day on the weekend. It's HU-ARD. Especially when you are a baker...*sigh* please cue the sad music.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Determined to do some long over due baking, I set out to see what few "good" things I could find in my pantry. No oil (yuck.), no butter (hmm), and a pound of sugar was far from my mind.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I did spot two bananas quickly ripening in our fruit bowl and I just knew we had a random handful of dried oats lost in the back of the cabinet. A quick search for "bananas and oatmeal" led me to the perfect recipe for 2-Ingredient Cookies.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Except I made mine into 3-Ingredient Cookies. With Elvis in mind. Because he is the King of Rock and I'm kind of like the Queen of Baking (well, at least in this house) With the main ingredient as bananas, I just knew Elvis would totally approve of me throwing in something sweet like peanut butter chips. Can I get an "Uh Huh"?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">-2 ripe bananas (Don't fear the brown, go for the brown!)</span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">-1 cup of oatmeal (not quick oats)</span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">-1/2 cup of peanut butter chips mixed with a few Reese's Pieces (optional)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">First, I poured the oats into a small bowl. Then I placed the whole bananas on top of the oats. I mashed the bananas and stirred until both ingredients were mixed.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Then, I folded in the peanut butter chips. Originally, I had planned to use a full cup but in the end I only needed 1/2 cup. If you want an even healthier version, you could replace the peanut butter chips with raisins, cranberries, walnuts, etc. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The last thing I did was to scoop the mixture by a tablespoonful and place it on the baking sheet. I did use a silicone sheet to keep the cookies from sticking to the pan. If you don't have one, make sure you spray your baking sheet with cooking spray first. (Mine even had to be pried a bit off the silicone sheet)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. The cookies will not expand while cooking so don't worry if you think they are not baking. The heat allows the cookies' ingredients to better stick together for a nice chewy cookie. This recipe makes 12-14 cookies.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">These cookies are practically guilt free. I just ate four of them right out of the oven. *Gasp* but no worries, when I break it down I got some banana, oatmeal, and a tiny bit of peanut butter. The health benefits of oatmeal shouldn't be forgotten!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Here's What I <a href="http://news.health.com/2013/10/28/7-fun-oatmeal-facts-for-national-oatmeal-day/" target="_blank">Read</a>:</span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-43525639859971540712015-02-03T02:27:00.002-08:002015-02-04T06:06:53.597-08:00Show And Tell: Groundhog Day<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Today I am so excited because it is another edition of <a href="http://www.momfessionals.com/" target="_blank">Show and Tell</a> Tuesday! This assignment is to describe one "Groundhog Day" that I would love to repeat each year.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Since we do not have kids, I thought my next response ought to be our wedding day. But to be completely honest, even though wedding days are once in a lifetime, every little girl's dream, I'm glad it was just one day.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">There is a lot of build up and stress that goes along months prior to the BIG day...rainy weather, cake collapsing, dj playing the chicken dance, rental company not showing up, the air conditioning going out, even the fear of saying "Rachel" during the vows. Thanks Ross.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I actually discussed today's assignment with Husband and we both came up with a favorite moment together. If I could repeat one "Groundhog Day" a year, it would be the time Husband and I spent along the Amalfi Coast of Italy.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It was by accident that we found Praiano, Italy during a week long <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/04/9-days-in-italy.html" target="_blank">roadtrip</a> through the boot of Europe. Our favorite vacation spot is not Paris, London, or Rome but rather this quaint, tiny, Italian village nestled somewhere in the rocky cliffsides between Sorrento and the life daunting roads that lead to Amalfi. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Praiano, Italy is a tiny town situated an hour's drive away from the tourist mecca Sorrento. Our hotel balcony overlooked the main square outside the town's centralized cathedral. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Each night different groups of the community would gather around the mosaic paved plaza for visits, views of the sunset over the water, tricycle riding, or hoops with friends. The plaza was like a giant front porch for the entire community to join together and end each day in the company of each other. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The church is central in Praiano, Italy. It is easily spotted from the water below by it's cheerful sunny yellow walls and blue tiled dome roof. This is a church that brings it's community together. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">10 months later, Husband and I are still talking about the food we enjoyed immensely in Praiano. Every home in the area has lemon trees with the best lemons we have ever tried. We ate at our hotel's restaurant two nights in a row just because we couldn't get enough of the chef's creamy lemon pasta sauce.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The lemons were so big we had to buy some for our own cooking back at home. Husband recreated a lemon cream sauce with lemons from the Amalfi Coast and it was outstanding. He has since tried again with lemons bought at our local grocery store and while it is good, nothing can compare to way it tasted with true Amalfi lemons. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Each morning and every evening Husband and I dined on the balcony overlooking the ocean. Between the local wines, fresh squeezed orange juice, and lemon mousse I was in culinary heaven. The food was so divine that I branched out and tried stuffed anchovies. The anchovies were breaded and stuffed with crab so of course, they were outstanding! If you are ever in the area, you have to check out Tramonto d'Oro. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">A little bit of rain left Husband and I wondering if we should sign up for a cooking class with the chef at Tramonto d'Oro but a break in the clouds gave us a chance to get outside and explore. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When Husband and I reached the beach at the bottom of Positano, we stopped for a bite of lunch. We ate traditional pasta and pizza overlooking the water at <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g194863-d799356-Reviews-CHEZ_BLACK-Positano_Amalfi_Coast_Campania.html" target="_blank">Chez Black</a>. Afterwards, we took a 45 minute ferry ride down the coast to the town of Amalfi. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">For us, Praiano, Italy was the perfect destination to experience new culture, top notch food, with a relaxing setting. It is one place of many that Husband and I have already stated we MUST go back someday! I have written before, <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/05/three-days-on-amalfi-coast.html" target="_blank">here,</a> about our trip along the Amalfi Coast but just rewriting about this experience has me wondering when the "next" time will?!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>If you are interested in Rome, read more <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/05/all-things-rome-easter-weekend.html" target="_blank">here</a>, <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/04/all-things-rome-ladies-room.html" target="_blank">here</a>, and<a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/04/all-things-rome-sephora.html" target="_blank"> here</a>.</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>If you are interested in Tuscany, read more <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/06/taking-it-easy-in-tuscany.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sharing today with <a href="http://www.lemoinefamilykitchen.com/2015/02/wednesday-roundup-week-61-link-party/" target="_blank">The Wednesday Roundup</a></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06607823051969564129noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1669945901577090247.post-11092779279517142632015-02-01T23:50:00.000-08:002015-02-04T06:04:02.302-08:00Made it Monday: Valentine's Decor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Hello World! Husband and I had a pretty low-key weekend. And when I say low-key I mean we didn't leave the house and it was odd that I even dressed in my cleaning jeans come Sunday. We had a weekend at home because Husband wanted some rest and I completely lost my voice, spent a lot of time curled up in bed, and ended each night with NyQuil. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">To start, I must say I decorated with everything I already had on hand with the exception of three things; pink yarn, pink candle, and the red tinsel tree. I rarely "splurge" on holiday decor if I can repurpose or create something myself.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Winter is a bit longer here than it is back home in Texas so I like to keep things warm and cozy through February. This includes keeping out some Christmas decorations within the Valentine's theme of pink and reds!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I had several types of red yarn already on hand from my various craft projects. Curious as to the pom pom instructions I see circulating on Pinterest, I decided to give them a try. They were super easy to making using a fork. I used a larger wooden cooking fork for the middle and end pom poms. The tutorial I used is <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/alannaokun/crafthackz?sub=2164010_1100982" target="_blank">here</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I redecorated our<a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/10/decorating-on-dime-literally.html" target="_blank"> Ikea floating shelves</a> with touches of "love". In the frames, I used Valentine's paper as a background for vintage cards. I kept my favorite wedding photo of Husband and I up because I just love it and I think it fits with the holiday!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I bought the vintage Valentine's years ago because they are specially made for a teacher. I thought they were perfect since I am a teacher and put them out every year. The red hearts on sticks I bought at the Euro store two years ago and scatter them around in various bud vases.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I framed this Valentine with a scrapbook paper background. These frames get changed out for the different holidays and seasons. In December, I had vintage inspired Christmas cards displayed.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This red tinsel tree was a whimsical, crazy impulse buy from the After Christmas sale at Target. Guys... I took the slinky like tree out of the box.... stuffed it on top of my clothes, shoved the poles down the side of my suitcase, and brought this red thing back to Germany with me. In January. Over the ocean. With my suitcase just one pound below the limit. #Crazygirl</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband originally thought this tree was a bit "out there" but now he likes the funk it provides to our house! I strung Christmas lights up the center pole that holds the entire tree up. Each night we plug it in and enjoy the gleaming red tree full of love!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I decorated the tree with paper hearts cut out of Valentine's scrapbook paper. I also picked up some glittery, styrofoam, pink ornaments at Hobby Lobby's After Christmas 80% off sale. I think I paid $.70 of the package of 8. The tree is topped off with two heart doilies glued together with an opening at the bottom to fit over the tallest branch. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">On top of our <a href="http://mainlymaren.blogspot.de/2014/04/german-home-tour-living-room.html" target="_blank">bookshelf</a> I kept up our prelit Christmas garland and tree. Our winter is long here in Germany, so the greenery is a nice touch to keep our home feeling warm and cozy through the cold months. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The red and pink ornaments add a festive touch the green garland. I also added wired red hearts and paper hearts cut from Valentine scrapbook paper. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The tree was swapped out for a pink and white garland made from fabric scraps. Resting inside the branches are more paper hearts cut from the scrapbook paper. The tree is topped off with a pink bird. All of this I had already on hand! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Technically, the Danish heart basket is a Christmas tradition but I love the touch is gives to the Valentine's display. I made these heart baskets three years ago and they have held up great! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Underneath the green garland, I created simple strand of the Danish heart baskets, heart doilies, and envelopes from past Valentine cards. I think the envelopes give the whole decor a sentimental touch and it is fun to look at past memories!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Husband and I stay nice and cozy each night relaxing among these fun lights through the winter months. I know the lights are not the norm, maybe too Christmas-y for some, but the lit garland and red tree really provide a nice glow during such dark evenings!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;"><b>Does anyone else reuse Christmas decorations for Valentine's Day?</b></span></div>
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