intent and purposes

Yacht Fever

2011-05-26T15:09:00.000-07:00

one day soon, we will need a crash pad like this one.

lovely stairs

2011-05-15T17:59:00.000-07:00

since we hate our current stairs we wont feel bad painting them and adding this detail to the riser.

need new family car

2011-01-06T09:01:00.001-08:00

we both agree on this one.

Old Times

2010-09-01T15:00:00.000-07:00

I love loving at old gymnasiums and old equipment.

stretch

2010-01-13T17:21:00.001-08:00

"Before Ballet" 002/365 * 27 01 2009
Originally uploaded by Ouissi

Ugh I am still working on this bend. One day I will touch my hips with my forehead.

Galley

2010-01-04T09:13:00.001-08:00

renovation ideas

Grand Cayman

2010-01-03T11:46:00.000-08:00

Must figure out a way to make a trip to Cayman Islands happen. It would be a great family trip.

Tennis

2010-01-02T10:55:00.001-08:00

Tennis or Ballet?-DSC_9884
Originally uploaded by gpb77(all circuits are busy now)

My new years resolution is to play more tennis.

sewing task master

2010-01-01T08:13:00.001-08:00

you are one with the burden of lost dreams
Originally uploaded by AnnuskA - AnnA Theodora

I will become more efficient with my sewing projects. I have just ordered a new sewing machine, this will enable me to finish projects in a more timely manner.

super excited about my Brother XL2600I

christmas tree

2009-12-16T14:26:00.001-08:00

siobhans christmas tree
Originally uploaded by damselfly58

Need to make our home feel like Chistmas is coming.
Happy Holidays

matadorlips

2009-11-15T09:09:00.001-08:00

Originally uploaded by Inspirational.

I must resurrect matadorlips, my lip balm line. It will be a nice way to make extra money from my home.

Yoga with babies

2009-11-12T06:07:00.001-08:00

Yoga in Dorset with babies
Originally uploaded by tomsmiled

and I took our first yoga class yesterday...she enjoyed it very much. I will try to take her again.

Cabin in the woods

2009-11-08T15:17:00.000-08:00

This is a dream home.

dolls house

2009-08-29T15:58:00.001-07:00

Vintage Triang dolls house 2
Originally uploaded by The Shopping Sherpa

Ooo I wonder if Gigi would like to play with miniatures. This would be hours of fun for us. Mike said he'd build the house for her;)

And then there were three

2009-08-20T08:50:00.001-07:00

And then there were three (228 of 365) EXPLORED!
Originally uploaded by rimblas

I love this concept. If I were to replicate it I would have a ring on the baby too;)

Melbourne, Australia

2009-08-16T14:25:00.001-07:00

Melbourne, Australia - HDR
Originally uploaded by Ben Mac

Must get to the land down under. I saw a food show last night that featured several restaurants in Melbourne. Boy was I drooling.

Their Chinatown is one of oldest in the world.

Its not just Shrimps on the Bar-B....cant wait!

"Larger than Life" Venus of Willendorf statue - Wachau Valley, Austria

2009-08-16T12:17:00.001-07:00

"Larger than Life" Venus of Willendorf statue - Wachau Valley, Austria
Originally uploaded by carrie mck

Some days I feel like this statue.

JP Morgan

2009-08-08T19:21:00.001-07:00

I couldn't agree more JP.

Rocky Statue I

2009-08-08T15:06:00.001-07:00

Rocky Statue I
Originally uploaded by chuise

YES! I have managed to place all the kittens in permanent homes. So happy to have had this experience. The kittens were a treat to care for and their new parents were all lovely people. I am glad to have been part of such a joyful/mind consuming task. And now...for my own baby.

Ernest Hemingway Home - Cat House

2009-08-02T15:54:00.001-07:00

Ernest Hemingway Home - Cat House
Originally uploaded by lsasser

I wish all the kitties could live like this cat.

7 Kittens

2009-07-29T10:56:00.001-07:00

I need to find all these kittens a home.

Paint Cans

2009-07-26T16:38:00.001-07:00

Paint Cans
Originally uploaded by cuahangexpo

We are getting closer to painting the nursery. My Husband says we (he) should be painting by the end of next week. Yippie! I really want to start putting all of the baby's stuff in its proper place. I believe its called "Nesting".

Office Space

2009-07-25T09:42:00.001-07:00

Here is what my new office will look like once the nursery is done. Imagine a designated area for all the household paperwork. Luckily it almost looks like this already, it just needs the shelves on the wall, and all the baby stuff surrounding it currently moved into the nursery.

image borrowed from Martha Stewart

Rose's rugs

2009-07-23T12:05:00.001-07:00

Rose's rugs
Originally uploaded by roses&pearls

why do I love everything round?
these rugs are super cute;)

Choices...

2009-07-20T17:31:00.001-07:00

Choices...
Originally uploaded by elsie.vanderwalt

Ooo when we go to the zoo. I will need to see the Meerkats;)

Globe

2009-07-18T18:54:00.000-07:00

Must find a globe for our house. I have fond memories of running to the globe and finding far away places.

This is the Last Will and Testament

2009-07-12T16:34:00.001-07:00

This is the Last Will and Testament
Originally uploaded by Isabella Perry

must finish our Wills this week!

baby shower prep: martha stewart pompoms

2009-07-12T09:54:00.001-07:00

baby shower prep: martha stewart pompoms
Originally uploaded by maliburachel

My shower was yesterday. It was exactly what I needed, my wonderful family and friends gathered around to celebrate the our soon-to-be daughter.

love you all

diabetes 365 day 52

2009-07-04T10:25:00.001-07:00

diabetes 365 day 52 Nov. 24th 2007
Originally uploaded by insearchofbalance

pricking my finger will mean knowledge - I must do this for my family and myself.

Sugar Drop

2009-07-04T10:19:00.001-07:00

Sugar Drop
Originally uploaded by ukaaa

No more sugar for me.

Imagination

2009-06-27T07:07:00.000-07:00

“Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited to all we now know and understand, while imagination embraces the entire world, and all there ever will be to know and understand.”
~ Albert Einstein

I wish my ducks were in a row.

2009-06-26T06:22:00.001-07:00

163; I wish my ducks were in a row.*
Originally uploaded by Sara. Nel

I feel a little bit like this right now.

The Pillar

2009-06-25T12:41:00.001-07:00

The Pillar
Originally uploaded by Hamed Saber

I need to be a pillar of strength.

mother daughter angels

2009-06-22T06:23:00.001-07:00

COLLAGE- mother daughter angels
Originally uploaded by audreyeclectic

I am looking forward to building a strong bond with my daughter. I hope it will be full of love, trust, and respect. I am so excited to meet her.

Family Vacation

2009-06-18T14:56:00.000-07:00

This place is so perfect...where do I start. For one its a Castle (Tower House in Scotland) it is surrounded by acres of farmland and golf courses! And its only a short ride from North Berwick, a town my Husband and family spent many summers exploring the land and sea. My Sis-In-law suggested we all go there for a family vacation. Gasp! I cant wait.

check it out: http://www.fentontower.com/

thanks J great suggestion;)

Family Vacation

2009-06-18T14:52:00.001-07:00

this Victorian-era shower looks amazing in this bathroom fit for a Queen!

I can see myself soaking and reading a book enjoying some delicious quiet time.

soon...

il cavallo e il suo riflesso

2009-06-18T12:17:00.001-07:00

il cavallo e il suo riflesso
Originally uploaded by mluisa_

I can actually translate this: the horse and his reflection. Must keep up with my Italian lessons;)

Maze at Glendurgan Garden Cornwall

2009-06-16T17:23:00.001-07:00

Maze at Glendurgan Garden Cornwall
Originally uploaded by debfreemansmudge

This is so lovely. I will add this to my list of things-to-do while in England.

USS United States

2009-06-12T15:38:00.001-07:00

This is my first piece of art I've ever bought.

I love it so much. It even comes with a bit family history...bonus!

Muppets take the runway

2009-06-12T14:25:00.001-07:00

Haute! I would soooooooo wear this.

thanks for the link JMD;)

playing golf for two

2009-06-12T09:24:00.001-07:00

I will play golf just like Laura Diaz. She's pictured here at 7 months pregnant.

My Golf instructor just text me wondering if I wanted to start my lessons. He has a suprise waiting for him.

Red Shoes

2009-06-10T16:46:00.001-07:00

Originally uploaded by lucas braga

what is it about red shoes? why do they make me stare?

happy happy fabric stack.

2009-06-10T16:43:00.001-07:00

happy happy fabric stack.
Originally uploaded by { philistine made }

this is a happy stack of great summery fabrics;) sigh
I will have some time in the near future to get to a sew/quilt project. perhaps a table runner or something smallish like that.

soon...

Pure Jazz

2009-06-03T10:49:00.001-07:00

Pure Jazz
Originally uploaded by espressoDOM

I know for sure our child will love her nonna's grand piano;)

Umbrella

2009-05-31T11:38:00.001-07:00

must buy a new fabulous umbrella!

Ceramics

2009-05-31T11:32:00.001-07:00

These are gorgeous. I really need to stop into our local ceramics studio...possibly take a class. I forsee some available time in the near future.

absolutely beautiful things: Glamorous Times

2009-05-30T18:05:00.000-07:00

absolutely beautiful things: Glamorous Times

She was lovely...I wish women still dressed this way.

Sanctuary

2009-05-30T13:01:00.001-07:00

Sanctuary
Originally uploaded by Prof. Jas. Mundie

I should poke into the Fleisher and reminisce a bit;) 3 years already, how time flies

Original Nathan's Famous Frankfurters

2009-05-30T12:59:00.001-07:00

Original Nathan's Famous Frankfurters
Originally uploaded by Prof. Jas. Mundie

I really need to go to Coney Island and have an original Nathan hot dog!

Random Baby and Dog on Beach

2009-05-29T14:56:00.001-07:00

Random Baby and Dog on Beach
Originally uploaded by KatRya

Oh my! I must find a beach that allows dogs. This could be our family next Summer!

Calm, quiet, peaceful balloons...

2009-05-29T14:54:00.001-07:00

Calm, quiet, peaceful balloons...
Originally uploaded by iceman9294

this looks so appealing;)

the dreaming chair

2009-05-28T17:49:00.001-07:00

the dreaming chair
Originally uploaded by JKönig

still in search of a chair for the nursery. luckily there is plenty of time.

More glass art

2009-05-21T17:45:00.000-07:00

Alessandro Pianon Pulcini

2009-05-21T17:41:00.001-07:00

Need to add more art in my home.

Cherry Trees in bloom in DC

2009-04-06T16:49:00.001-07:00

Cherry Trees in bloom in DC
Originally uploaded by anadelmann

we might see some blooms during our stay;)

Washington Monument - 4, DC, The Mall

2009-04-05T12:51:00.001-07:00

Washington Monument - 4, DC, The Mall
Originally uploaded by BeadinBetty

It will be great to run Enzo around the Mall.

Wright Bros., Air and Space Museum, Washington DC

2009-04-05T12:49:00.001-07:00

Wright Bros., Air and Space Museum, Washington DC
Originally uploaded by BeadinBetty

Cant wait to see this during our trip to DC this weekend.

Balancing on the edge

2009-03-27T10:23:00.001-07:00

afgrond
Originally uploaded by woutsan

Must find a balance between being a Mother and being me. I can totally see why some women loose their identities and just focus on being a Mom. My child isn't even here and I'm seeing the line start to blur. I wont forget myself, that wouldn't help anyone...especially me.

Pucker up

2009-03-15T10:34:00.001-07:00

Pucker up
Originally uploaded by mamique

what an adorable baby!

Color!

2009-03-07T16:23:00.001-08:00

Color!
Originally uploaded by taffysvintagecloset.com

This is a cool table;) I must keep an eye out for Fiesta Dishes.

Man Ray, Le Violin d'Ingres, 1924

2009-03-02T17:05:00.001-08:00

Man Ray, Le Violin d'Ingres, 1924
Originally uploaded by miscellaneous_pretty

My f-holes will probably need a touch up soon.

gobekli tepe 3

2009-03-02T13:10:00.001-08:00

gobekli tepe 3
Originally uploaded by ascendedbeings

yet another stone structure. This one pre-dates Stonehenge by 7,000 years. They claim its the Temple of Eden.

close up aboriginal dot painting

2009-03-02T11:58:00.001-08:00

close up aboriginal dot painting
Originally uploaded by goannarun1

love it. Now to see if I can find some on ebay!

Dog on a boat

2009-02-28T13:20:00.001-08:00

Dog on a boat
Originally uploaded by davidlewis

this could be Enzo.

On the Day you were born

2009-02-27T15:43:00.001-08:00

On the Day you were born
Originally uploaded by cindyzautcke

Just read this to my belly! I will read it to the baby everyday;)

houseboat with garden (on a canal?!)

2009-02-27T15:39:00.001-08:00

houseboat with garden (on a canal?!)
Originally uploaded by eucharisto deo

this is sooooooo perfect. A boat with a lawn. Wow!

interior of new mavis houseboat

2009-02-27T15:38:00.001-08:00

interior of new mavis houseboat
Originally uploaded by junglecatwoman

I cant believe this is a houseboat. So homey;)

mamma dolphin

2009-02-27T07:11:00.001-08:00

mamma dolphin
Originally uploaded by cricket desmarais

Must get back into the pool...its seems the most logical for me and the baby.

rubberband trick

2009-02-27T07:05:00.001-08:00

Kyla's Belly
Originally uploaded by Full Circle Digital

this sucks! I tried it once and hated it. The jeans kept pinching me....I'll just but bigger pants!

Taj Mahal

2009-02-04T17:17:00.001-08:00

Taj Mahal 2
Originally uploaded by --Liza--

If I ever find myself in India. I would love to see this memorial.

Badaling - The Great Wall of China

2009-02-04T17:11:00.001-08:00

Badaling - The Great Wall of China
Originally uploaded by Luke Hoagland

This one might be tricky to get to.

Inside The Colosseum

2009-02-04T17:06:00.001-08:00

Inside The Colosseum
Originally uploaded by Lourdes Place

when in Rome... do as the the Romans

cant wait to see this grand theater

Table Mountain from Bloubergstrand

2009-02-04T16:53:00.001-08:00

Table Mountain from Bloubergstrand
Originally uploaded by Joanne/CapeTownFiFAWORLDCUP2010

Oooo 7 wonders.

Who Me Pretty Pansy

2009-02-01T12:59:00.001-08:00

Who Me Pretty Pansy
Originally uploaded by bigkidslovetoys - 5,000 New Friends!

looking forward to planting some pansies in the garden.

Hands of Love

2009-01-21T15:22:00.001-08:00

Hands of Love
Originally uploaded by Katsoulis

this is really nice

Perfect belly

2009-01-21T15:19:00.003-08:00

Perfect belly
Originally uploaded by Tracie Taylor Photography

Gotta get good belly shots;)

Textiles

2009-01-17T18:05:00.001-08:00

Textiles
Originally uploaded by Manu + Carsten

this reminds me how I must organize my quilt fabrics.

what vivid colors on these textiles;)

Lila's crib

2009-01-17T07:20:00.001-08:00

Lila's crib
Originally uploaded by Andrea Bellamy

What a perfect lil room. I especially like the calm color palette. I wish I can see more of the baby;)

meaningless filed under misc.: Don't try this at home!

2009-01-15T08:05:00.000-08:00

meaningless filed under misc.: Don't try this at home!

The Chinese Pyramid

2009-01-13T17:04:00.001-08:00

The Chinese Pyramid
Originally uploaded by Ralph Rogers

Yup China has one too.

warriors

2009-01-13T17:02:00.001-08:00

warriors
Originally uploaded by harald_kirr

these soldiers would be a great pit stop on my Rock Tour. But foreigners are forbidden so off to another site.

Candi Sukuh, Solo

2009-01-13T16:57:00.001-08:00

Candi Sukuh, Solo
Originally uploaded by laserspit

and if Im ever in Indonesia I should check this temple out.

Cahokia's largest mound

2009-01-13T16:47:00.001-08:00

Cahokia's largest mound
Originally uploaded by kg.hill50

Illinois has a pyramid...wow

road trip to St. Louis anyone?

Bosnian Pyramids

2009-01-13T16:43:00.001-08:00

Bosnian Pyramids
Originally uploaded by cabiria8

if these are in fact pyramids...Im there!

Musée du Louvre. París

2009-01-13T16:40:00.001-08:00

Musée du Louvre. París
Originally uploaded by ancama_99(toni)

Oooooooo I almost forgot about this pyramid. After saying hello to Mona Lisa I will pose like a tourist in front of this glass pyramid.

Stonehenge

2009-01-13T16:38:00.001-08:00

Stonehenge
Originally uploaded by nardip

while in the UK I will really need to see Stonehedge. This will be a part of my man-made structures tour.

Giza, Egypt

2009-01-13T16:35:00.001-08:00

Giza, Egypt
Originally uploaded by janetfo747**on a short holiday**

gotta see these pyramids & ride a camal!

Teotihuacan - "the place where men become gods" (pt. 3)

2009-01-13T16:34:00.001-08:00

Teotihuacan - "the place where men become gods" (pt. 3)
Originally uploaded by addicted Eyes

must see the Aztec ruins.

Hanging Gardens

2009-01-13T12:22:00.001-08:00

Hanging Gardens
Originally uploaded by tropicaLiving

water world;)

Annual Amaryllis

2009-01-09T18:30:00.000-08:00

Here she is...the lovely red Amaryllis. Isn't she great?!

Horseshoe Falls from above, Niagara, ON, 1869

2009-01-07T12:17:00.001-08:00

Horseshoe Falls from above, Niagara, ON, 1869
Originally uploaded by Musée McCord Museum

Must go see this again;)

patience

2009-01-04T17:06:00.001-08:00

patience
Originally uploaded by strangemagee

being patient is a true test of will power.

I also need a venus fly trap. It would be a perfect edition to our kitchens windowsill. Much better then chasing a fly around with a swatter.

Polaroid

2009-01-03T10:05:00.001-08:00

Polaroid
Originally uploaded by Lucie in the sky with diamonds

My new years resolution is to take more pictures! I have a pathetic amount of photos of my family and of myself. Sorry in advance, but I shall be the girl with the camara at all times.

Its an end of an era. Polaroid film will no longer be manufactored. Its all very sad. I have many memories of shaking a polaroid pix to speed up development. There was nothing better then the instant gradification and watching the image sharpen from blurry blob to a crisp moment in time.

Bye bye Polaroid - Hello 2009 Photo Albums

Art

2009-01-03T09:35:00.000-08:00

http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2009/01/03/opinion/200900103_NOTABLEART_index.html?partner=permalink&exprod=permalink

Interesting Facts: Top 10 Countries for New Year Festivities

2009-01-01T17:24:00.000-08:00

Interesting Facts: Top 10 Countries for New Year Festivities

Maverick GT

2008-12-31T10:14:00.001-08:00

Ensaio Maverick GT
Originally uploaded by Ale Jr

My parents gave us a Maverick many years ago. But, being bratty teens we refused it. Well mainly because it didnt look anything like this uber cool muscle car. It was more on the lines of lame-uncool-seventies-car.

Now the year is coming to end I will once again think of Maverick as a car and not an annoyingly over used campaign term.

Hope in 2009
Happy New Year!

Ode To Joy

2008-12-31T10:00:00.001-08:00

Beaker is my favorite.

Denim Pillow

2008-12-30T12:24:00.001-08:00

Here it is my first pillow ever! Its made of my husbands old work jeans. It has great wear patterns and I've reused the coin pocket to hold our remote control. I still have another pant leg to use up so I may start another project soon.

;)

idea: tree, leaves made of paper and denim

2008-12-29T10:21:00.001-08:00

idea: tree, leaves made of paper and denim
Originally uploaded by giddygirlie

this is wonderful - hmm maybe with my scraps I could put together a small scale tree mobile.

Showcase Denim Project

2008-12-29T10:17:00.001-08:00

Showcase Denim Project
Originally uploaded by Curtain Otaku

AGH. Very inspiring. Im in the midst of making a bolster out of denim which should be done soon. I will post pix of finished project. Denim is my new medium of choice.

I cant help but feel as though Im being watched :+) The pillows seem like large eyeballs. hee hee