Saturday, May 21, 2011

Headboard Pics!

Finally! The headboard is finished. Well, at least, I am finished with it. It's not perfect, but over all I'm satisfied with the results.

In case anyone is wondering it took about 6 hours total to complete. If you're not DIY-challenged like myself, it could take substantially less time.

(Excuse the hastily made bed)





I hope everyone has a fab weekend! We're starting off the day with a nice walk to Brittlebank Bank Park, so the pooch can go for a little swim. And then perhaps some pool time this afternoon. This lady needs a tan (other than that which comes from a bottle)!
 

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Animal Haters

I just don't understand why some people have pets.

As we were driving home from kickball tonight, we saw a dog wandering down the middle of the street(Downtown) with a huge rope around his neck, dragging about 10 feet behind him. Poor guy was a mess- dirty, mangy, disoriented, and clearly scared of humans. Mark was trying to coax him over to see if he had tags, when all of the sudden this man whips around the corner and starts threatening us. With a pitch fork (seriously). He said it was his dog and we were on his property? Hmm. I dont think so. After a few exchanges we decided to drive away, but I felt so terrible for the pup.

I have seen this numerous times in the area where we live and it makes me so mad! Much worse than tonight, actually.

One of the dogs we found wandering the DT streets:


Luckily, he was microchipped.

One of our old 'neighbors' kept his dog chained to a staircase outside. Another 'neighbor' down the street let his kids beat their dog with metal chains. In the front yard.

What is wrong with people?

I completely understand if one is not an animal person. I know many that aren't. But why get a pet if you're not going to love and care for it? That's all they really want. 

I gave Cooper lots of hugs and kisses when we got home. I know he appreciates it :)



Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Sweet Moments


I texted this picture to Mark at 12:30 this afternoon to let him know that I had demolished an entire bag of these addicting treats. It was a shameful/satisfying moment. Maybe next time I'll be able to exercise some portion control?


Obvs, that's not Cooper, but this is all he's been doing for the past week or so. The scratching and licking is driving me insane! No, he doesn't have fleas, but the vet does think our poor pooch has allergies. She suggested giving him Benadryl, but that isn't doing the trick either. Any pet owners have a better idea?!

Monday, May 16, 2011

They're Baaaaccckkk

RHONJ premieres tonight! They aren't usually my favorite cast, but I have a feeling this season is going to be a doozy. I think it's fair to say that Teresa alone, will create some epic drama. Here's a brief rundown, courtesy Bravo:

"Season 3 is all about family as Teresa Giudice, Caroline Manzo, and her sister-in-law, Jacqueline Laurita, all return and welcome new housewives Melissa Gorga, Teresa's sister-in-law, and Kathy Wakile, Teresa's first cousin. The drama picks up where last season left off when holidays are celebrated, children leave the nest and tensions run high between housewives."

The newbies

Kathie Walkie

Melissa Gorga

In other news, my headboard is almost done. My fingers were so sore today (seriously) from repeatedly getting banged with the hammer. *Note to self for future projects- harness hammer skills before nailing in 250+ tacks.

Here's a sneak preview of the finished product....


Sunday, May 15, 2011

Weekend Project

Stevenson Nailhead Headboard

We have been working ALL DAY trying to replicate the above headboard. Now I understand why people would pay $$$$ for the catalog version. It is hard work.  I'm confident the finished product will look great, but wowza, I am exhausted. I can't even count how many times I've hammered my finger and subsequently dropped the F-bomb this afternoon.

Pictures to come later this week (hopefully?!).

 I am looking forward to RHOOC tonight. Tamra will be "setting the record straight" with Jeana Keough. What's new? I wish she would just shut it for one episode.

I hope everyone had a great weekend!

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Catalog Shopping

Ever since we got married, we've been receiving a plethora of catalogs- Pottery Barn, Ballard Design, Frontgate, Williams Sonoma, etc. etc.

While I thoroughly enjoy browsing them, many of the items are WAY out of my league.

Exhibit A:

Outdoor Wicker Pet Bed

Outdoor wicker pet bed.

What pet wouldn't love this? $600 price tag. Notsomuch.

Or, perhaps, a SpaCapsule?

SpaCapsule ® Massage System
A mere $28,000.

Do people really buy these things? Call me crazy, but I think I'd rather have a normal massage (or 100 at that price tag)!




Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Royal 'Moon

The new Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have left for their top-secret honeymoon!

According to various media outlets, they're headed for


the Seychelles, a string of islands off the coast of Africa.

Based on the following photos, I don't think I'd mind a little vaca here, either!