a lovely living

October 2014

High Five for Friday

High Five for Friday

Happy Friday, guys! I’m so thrown off this week with my son having off school yesterday and today, I can’t keep track of what day it actually is! I was laughing with my husband yesterday because I forget just what a Chatty Kathy…

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Time for a Sale

Time for a Sale

Well guys, technically I had an outfit post planned for today but then it decided to rain all day yesterday when the shoot was to take place. While it rained and my daughter napped (and my son was in school) I had a chance to…

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Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread

Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread

I’m sure it’s obvious by now that I have a weakness for all things cinnamon and sugar. There’s just something about that combo that I can rarely pass by. This pull-apart bread isn’t difficult by any means. You do, however, need…

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Trick or Treat

Trick or Treat

This past weekend I finally broke out my fall decor. Since pumpkins had officially entered our home I figured it was time to tackle some costumes for Halloween. The part that drives me crazy, and I’m hopefully not alone here, is…

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The Poncho

The Poncho

One of my favorite fall layering pieces would be the poncho. A sweater poncho is a great piece to have on hand when you need to add an extra layer of warmth to your ensemble. It’s great to throw on for football games, soccer…

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High Five for Friday

High Five for Friday

Happy Friday, everyone! Nothing crazy out of the ordinary around here this past week. Just keeping up with the norm can be exhausting enough as it is. Oh and then, not exactly a ‘high’ (more like a low) occurred after walking…

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Lilac + Moss

Lilac + Moss

Oh, hey moss green pants, long time no see! Yea, I’m being facetious which you already knew if you read Monday’s post. So far what I’ve realized about these pants (outside of the fact that they’re overly comfortable and a nice…

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Potato leek soup preparation: ingredients, chopped vegetables and simmering soup

Potato Leek Soup

I’m a fan of potatoes in basically any form, but as a soup would rank towards the top. Well, after mashed potatoes and french fries, I suppose! I don’t come across Potato Leek Soup on menus all that often, but when I do I am…

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Loving Lately: Blues

Loving Lately: Blues

Regardless of the season, I am always drawn to shades of blue. From clothing to accessories and home decor, I love being surrounded in blues. I’ve grouped together a bunch of items that have recently caught my eye to share with…

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Chill in the Air

Chill in the Air

I love fall. What I don’t appreciate is when the weather decides to jump from the 70’s to the 50’s in the blink of an eye leaving no time for light layering. I’m hoping this weather was just a tease and we’ll be seeing many sunny…

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