The Mighty Man Martin

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Read his "I Have A Dream" speech {here}.

Friday the 13th; Fun Facts

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The phobia of Friday the 13th is called "friggatriskaidekaphobia" (are you slowly trying pronounce that in your head right now too?).  17 to 21 million people in the U.S. have "friggatriskaidekaphobia", according to the Stress Management Center and Phobia Institute in North Carolina. {Info gathered from HERE}.

We will have three Friday the 13th's in 2012, the most you can have in one calendar year (one in April and another July). It is a great year for all who have "friggatriskaidekaphobia". Those who have the phobia will most likely stay indoors and out of trouble. The U.S. economy loses up to 900 million dollars every time there is a Friday the 13th—many people avoid business deals, or even work altogether, on the allegedly doomed date,  according to some estimates.

Are you out n' about today?  Or curled in a ball in your toasty warm bed?  I am thinking about calling in and declaring I have, "friggatriskaidekaphobia". They won't question that.  It sounds contagious.

Happy Halloween; Frightmares Style

For a Halloween Treat the hubby and I went to Lagoon, a theme park not that far from where we reside.  Each year they jazz up the park Halloween style and let goblins and ghosts roam the park.  We set off Saturday to enjoy the rides and haunted houses.

Each time I go to Lagoon I sneak my camera on the roller coasters.  I think I enjoy the pictures more than the actual rides themselves.  When we get off the coasters we sit and laugh uncontrollably at the ridiculous faces we naturally develop when terrified out of our minds.  Each photo shows the real emotions that surface as we ride.

I think my favorite is of the one of my father-in-law screaming at the tops of his lungs sitting next to my husband who looks terrified as his hair sticks straight up in the air.  Oh what treasures these pictures are.

If you try this yourself, be sure to strap the camera on your wrist tightly and never let go! Oh what joy it brings.  Happy Halloween to you all!

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Happy Mother's Day!

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Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful moms out there.  I know I would not be the person I am today without the lovely and inspireing woman I call mom.  Remember to treat your mom like a queen today (and every other day).

Fabulous Friday Finds: Free Easter Printable

Easter is right around the corner.  As besides the fact that these {free egg prints} are festive, they are just plain adorable!  They would be charming hung up in a kitchen year round.  Find more free vintage prints at {Vintage Printable}.

Chinese Lanterns = Space Aliens

Remember when I mentioned I would be celebrating Chinese New Years with some friends?  We had a lovely time.  We ate an array of chinese food, played some games, and we also flew chinese lanterns.  As we sent our lanterns into the sky I mentioned that someone would most likely think they were aliens. 

This morning I found {this article} in the news about mysterious lights over Lehi, UT (where we sent the lanterns flying).  A few people video taped the "mysterious lights" and posted them on youtube as possible UFO's.  See one video {here}. Some even called the police! Who knows, maybe there were aliens up there in the sky that night.  They could have been celebrating Chinese New Years too.  An unsolved mystery, one may call it.

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Valentines Day Stats: Are You the Average American?

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Happy Valentines Day!

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Treat your sweetie to something special today.  Whether it's big or small, show them you love and care for them.  If you don't have one special person in mind, treat who you come into contact with love and respect.  And the most important thing today?  Remember to love yourself for who you are!  This is a day to remind us how we should treat ourselves and others everyday!  Love is the most powerful element in this world. Express Love.  Experience Love.  Accept Love.

Fabulous Friday Finds: Love Notes

I love Valentines Day.  I love the hearts. I love the feel. I love the love. I love decorating and showing my honey buns how much I appreciate him.  Check out this adorable little freebie by Amy of Eat Drink Chic {here}. It's basically a "love note jar" where you can express your love in a little notes.  It was created for more of a wedding setting yes, but I would love this in my own home for lovely little Valentines Day decor.  You could use the free printable doily hearts for many a thing such as gift tags or a card. Don't forget to print off the actual love note templates.  Read the tutorial {here} on Once Wed.

This weekend I will be celebrating Chinese New Years with some friends (though Chinese New Years actually started yesterday, we'll be celebrating Saturday).  It is the year of the rabbit.  What animal do I happen to be according to the Chinese Calendar?  A rabbit.  It's my year.  Look out world.  What are you up to this weekend?

The Perfect Valentines Day Gift

My mother always said "the way to a man's heart was through his stomach", metaphorically speaking of course.  What better way to show your love than cupcakes?  Order your custom made Cupcake Love Kit from Stay Calm Cupcake before the 7th of this month to have them in time for Valentines Day.  That way, you can spend quality time decorating these scrumptious morsels together on the oh-so-loved holiday.  Is your sweetheart a die hard fan of cupcakes?  Then he will love you forever (or at least 6 months) for getting him Cupcakes for 6 months.  How cute is that? I love it.  Now have you tried Jill's Cupcake Jars?  They make for a lovely gift that is ready to eat.  Are you a cupcake fan?  What's your favorite flavor?

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How To-esday: Yarn Ball Decor

Who doesn't love the whimsical yarn ball decorations?  If you answered "me" to this question, know I think you are crazy.  Or a man.  Meaning crazy all the same.  Anyways, I find these would be perfect for a wedding or an all-out-party of some sort.  You can find the tutorial {here} in the {Ruche} blog.   The yarn balls were used in their {holiday lookbook} as well {these} love mixed media streamers.  Now go and do.

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Weekend Wonderment: Happy New Year!

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How To-esday: News Years Party

How-To's:

{Party Hats}

{Party Blowers}

{Streamers}

{Cookie Gift Sleeve}

News Years Eve is coming up fast.  Here are some lovely DIY party supplies for a chic evening.  I hope you have a joyful time with your family and friends ringing in the new year.  Do you have any traditions?

A Gift For Your Gal

                                                

One thing you can always get a woman, a {purse}. Why?  Because a woman can never have too many.  And there is one for every occasion!  I use a large purse for everyday purposes so I can stick everything I "need" in it for every situation I might find myself in.  Yes three kinds of lotion is necessary.  A small purse comes in handy for a night out when you just need some cash, your phone, and chapstick.   For every look there is a bag to go with the look.  Hobo, clutches, satchels,  totes, messenger, bucket, drawstring, how many kinds are there?  Not to mention you have to get different colors for different kinds of bags.  So if you are last minute shopping for a girlfriend, a girl who is a friend, your wife, your daughter, your mom, or just yourself be sure to look up the {plentiful purses} you can find {here}.  You can shop in your pajamas in the comfort of your own home.  

How many purses do you own?  What is your go-to purse?  

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{Find a plethora of pretty purses by just clicking the plentiful links}

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Holiday Classics

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My husband and I are trying to make traditions for the holiday season. One thing I am big on during the holidays is food.  What do you eat during the holidays?  Classic honey ham?  Roast beast (name that movie)? How about sushi?  Yes I have not made sushi as a holiday tradition but when I saw this picture I was inspired to do so.  I have tried making sushi before, and I think I might dabble yet again.

Let's begin with the basics: How-To: Classic Maki Roll.  Maybe I'll start by doing a classic California Roll or one of my favorites, a Spicy Tuna.  Don't forget your basic sushi gear.  And one more thing, sustainable seafood online.  If you want fresh seafood delivered to your door, click {fresh seafood shipped}.   Wouldn't it be fun to make sushi and visit Monetary Bay Aquarium? Sounds like a new tradition to me... Are you more traditional?  Or are you going to try something new this holiday?

What foods are traditional for you during the holiday season?

Fabulous Friday Find: How-To Holiday Wreathe

How gorgeous is this doily wreathe?  Wow.  I need to make this.  Check out the {how-to} from the one and only Martha Stewart.  This gorgeous wreathe is made from strung up lights through paper doilies.  Find more holiday wreathe how-to's on {this post} by The Chirpy Bird.  Have a lovely weekend my fabulous readers!

Also, if you can't afford a tree this year check out this simple and cheap substitute {here}.

Fabulous Friday Finds: FREE Wintery Tags

I love freebies.  And these freebies are just in time for the Holiday Season of gift giving.  Download theses FREE gift tags {here} from Domestifluff.  You can find more freebies and downloads on her blog {here}.  Happy Friday!  Enjoy the weekend.  I know I will!