tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39135533995103867032024-03-14T02:41:00.813-07:00bebe a la mode designsBrittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.comBlogger345125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-42655897978432473412016-02-01T22:05:00.000-08:002016-02-03T22:05:58.669-08:00Fixer Upper DreamingI haven't meant to be so absent from the blog lately. Life has been busy. And I've been watching far too much Fixer Upper...ha!<br />
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Who doesn't love Chip & Joanna Gaines?! I don't think I've missed one episode of HGTV's Fixer Upper since its first season. I love everything they do! Here are a few of my favorites:<br />
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I love the B&B they revived.<br />
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Kitchen with a HUGE island<br />
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I love how they incorporate old and worn details, like these beautiful doors. It makes the homes not feel so sterile. Don't cha think?</div>
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Gorgeous kitchen with an entire wall of tile.<br />
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What are your favorite Chip & Jo moments?</div>
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<br />Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-80854091842754249742015-11-24T16:04:00.000-08:002015-11-24T16:09:02.500-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!<br />
A little Thanksgiving laugh...<br />
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Have a happy Thanksgiving!Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-90860480902954887282015-11-05T08:49:00.003-08:002016-08-25T23:01:31.097-07:00DIY Gifts on a BudgetSo, don't panic, buuuuuut....<br />
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Have you started thinking about Christmas gifts? Well, I made a list of some of my favorites and I'm sharing them with you!</div>
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Which of these would you most want to receive?</div>
Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-71874012456350493322015-10-30T15:40:00.005-07:002015-11-03T08:06:00.269-08:00Last Minute Halloween StuffWell, Halloween is tomorrow and I don't know about you, but we are still putting our costumes together (typical).<br />
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I thought I'd take a quick trip down memory lane and I have a few last minute ideas too!<br />
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<span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;">2007</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">2008</span></div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-large;">2009</span></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-size: x-large;">2011</span></div>
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: x-large;">2013</span></div>
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<a href="http://bebealamodedesigns.blogspot.com/2014/10/last-minute-halloween-costumes.html" target="_blank">Click here</a> for some last minute DIY costumes?<br />
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<b>Number FIVE:</b> <a href="http://bebealamodedesigns.blogspot.com/2014/09/diy-growth-chart.html" target="_blank">DIY Oversized Growth Chart Ruler</a><br />
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This is one of my favorite DIY projects. It's functional, beautiful and easy to put together.<br />
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<b>Number FOUR:</b> <a href="http://bebealamodedesigns.blogspot.com/2012/08/master-bath-reveal.html" target="_blank">Master Bath Reveal</a><br />
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This was the master bathroom in our last house, which we did in a short time frame and on a budget. Most of the elements were from Ikea, keeping us within budget. It was a small bathroom, but the changes we added made it feel way bigger!<br />
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<b>Number TWO:</b> <a href="http://blog.hwtm.com/2013/04/ice-cream-shoppe-birthday-party-ideas/" target="_blank">Ice Cream Shoppe Birthday Party Ideas</a></div>
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This post has some adorable party printables! It reminds me of the <a href="http://bebealamodedesigns.blogspot.com/2011/06/ice-cream-party.html" target="_blank">Ice Cream Party</a> we had for Sweet Pea, four years ago.</div>
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Food Blogger, Sara Wells of <a href="http://ourbestbites.com/" target="_blank">Our Best Bites</a>, lost 50 pounds with diet and exercise. She put together a great post with lots of tips. Worth the read if you're needing some health & fitness motivation.</div>
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West Elm also sells <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/8404626/?catalogId=51&sku=8404626&bnrid=3902401&cm_ven=Google_PLA&cm_cat=Shopping&cm_pla=Side_Tables&cm_ite=AllProducts&gclid=CNbn0eektMcCFRCCaQodIoAICQ&kwid=productads-plaid^79998082913-sku^8404626-adType^PLA-device^c-adid^47300713553" target="_blank">these beauts</a> for $249 each.<br />
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A tree fell on my in-laws' property and my father in-law was chopping up all the wood. I told him what I was looking for and he graciously obliged. Here's what I started with:<br />
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This is a super simple project and only took a few hours.<br />
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Here's another stump idea from <a href="http://www.17apart.com/2012/10/how-to-diy-stump-table.html" target="_blank">17 Apart</a>:<br />
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<br />Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-77420118252499234732015-09-11T13:16:00.000-07:002015-09-14T19:38:02.412-07:00September 11th, 2001Today is 9/11, the anniversary of a horrific attack on our country. I was in New York on that day and this is my story.<br />
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My mom and I arrived in New York City for a mother / daughter trip early in the morning on September 10, 2001. I had just turned 21 and we spent the day exploring the city and trying to navigate the subway system.<br />
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On the morning of September 11, we woke up, got ready and headed out to try and get tickets for a filming of The View.</div>
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9am: As we got on the subway to make our way to Manhattan, all of the subway routes were being rerouted, but we had no idea why. As we were riding, two women got on the train sobbing and upset. They said something about an accident, but we still had no idea what had happened.</div>
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9:30: We arrived at the Lincoln Center ticket counter for the TV show, they told us they would not taping today due to what happened at the World Trade Center. It was in that moment we knew something big was going on. My mom tried calling my dad on her cell and could not get through. All the lines were jammed.</div>
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We found a Barnes & Noble and my mom was able to call my dad using a pay phone, while I sat in the cafe and watched what was happening on TV. When I saw what happened, everyone thought it was accident. Until the second plane came. At that point, there was panic and fear. </div>
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My mom came to get me, we found a small store and bought a radio and some batteries. A near by ATM had a long line with people withdrawing as much money as they could. We made our way back to the hotel room and binge-watched all the news in disbelief. </div>
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The days following 9/11 were a blur. The city was quiet. They were not letting people in or out of the city. Delivery trucks could not get through and many restaurants were closed or had a limited menu due to supplies.</div>
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Over the next few days, we explored what was open (which wasn't much) but experienced SO much. We saw how people helped each other, served one another and banded together. As tourists, we saw the best of NYC and their people during that trip.</div>
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We made our way to Ground Zero and got as close as we could. In this picture you can see all the smoke in the background, even days later.</div>
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We walked through Central Park and saw a memorial with butcher paper set out for people to write notes on, lit candles and flowers. </div>
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There were signs everywhere looking for lost loved ones, wondering if they had survived. There were people standing outside hospitals with pictures looking for them. My mom reminded me that some of the waitstaff from the nearby restaurants came out offering sandwiches to those waiting by the hospital.</div>
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We had gone to the airport only to be turned away. They were not letting planes in or out. We talked to a guy who was renting a car and driving cross country to get home. We thought about doing the same, but the rental cars were gone.<br />
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Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-75019522715022438022015-08-03T11:05:00.001-07:002015-08-04T18:40:35.099-07:00Camping Meal PlanSince the end of summer is near, we're trying to squeeze in a camping trip. Planning meals is always a challenge, but I've found some recipes that work well for our family and are easy to put together.<br />
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- <a href="http://www.tasteandtellblog.com/breakfast-burritos-campfire-style/" target="_blank">Breakfast burritos</a> with fruit by Taste & Tell</div>
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It was pretty gnarly. And very purple.</div>
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After some sanding and cleaning, I got to painting. Sweet Pea picked out <a href="http://amzn.to/1TFIv2T" target="_blank">the color</a>...aqua blue!</div>
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I shared my simple 4-ingredient popsicle recipe over at <a href="http://www.skiptomylou.org/2015/07/02/fruit-yogurt-popsicles/" target="_blank">Skip to my Lou</a>. Go check it out <a href="http://www.skiptomylou.org/2015/07/02/fruit-yogurt-popsicles/" target="_blank">here</a>!Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-40838565047314027372015-06-29T21:20:00.000-07:002015-06-29T21:20:10.753-07:00Summer List 2015School is out and summer is in full swing!<br />
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Our kiddos will now be heading into 4th grade...<br />
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2nd grade...</div>
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And one more year of preschool...</div>
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By the end of the school year we are all ready for a more laid back schedule. But having a summer list helps us stay busy with fun stuff.</div>
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Here is this year's list:<br />
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<br />Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-51004440888959200812015-06-10T04:00:00.000-07:002015-06-10T04:00:05.114-07:00Printable Straw FlagsWe're less than one month away from the 4th of July! Our Independence Day tradition is attending a big shindig at my parents' house and one thing that we're never short on is good food.<br />
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This year, I'm adding some festive straw flags into the mix. And the fun part? I'm sharing them with you so you can use them too!<br />
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<b>Print.</b> For best results, print on <a href="http://amzn.to/1B15ksO" target="_blank">full sheet label paper</a>.</div>
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Make sure you have some festive straws. I used the star straws from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/231237128/4th-of-july-straws-patriotic-straws-red?ref=shop_home_active_9" target="_blank">this pack</a>. </div>
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<b>Cut</b> the strips and<b> fold</b> in half around the straw.</div>
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We started the day with doughnuts (naturally, since it was also National Doughnut Day!) then we took him and his buddies to play some epic laser tag and nickel games. He was so sweet to let his sisters tag-a-long. </div>
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We were able to sneak over to the pool for a little swimming and the rest of the weekend was filled with A LOT of baseball. But it was all worth it since they won first place in their weekend tournament.</div>
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It was a great birthday weekend and it was spent doing what he loves...baseball, swimming and playing with his friends.</div>
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For the fisherman: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/217350855/fishing-lure-for-him-boyfriend-gift" target="_blank">a personalized fishing lure</a><br />
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For the writer: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/188699084/leather-journal-rustic-orange-brown-4-x?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_books_and_zines-journal-leather-mid&utm_custom1=0f0fc484-9463-4b29-7bdb-0000097b8054&kpid=188699084&gclid=CMT7jt3f08UCFYZffgodsScAcg" target="_blank">a handmade journal</a> and/or <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Living138Designs?section_id=16012910&ref=shopsection_leftnav_1" target="_blank">wooden pen</a></div>
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For the outdoorsman: <a href="http://amzn.to/1EmJv1o" target="_blank">a leatherman tool</a></div>
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For the Star Wars' fan: <a href="http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/11f0/?itm=customlabel0Tools_Outdoor_%26_Survival_%7C_Car_Gadgets_%26_Accessories&rkgid=1453730691&cpg=ogplagdgt1&source=google_gadgets&adpos=1o1&creative=50814188805&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CPnNtfWm1MUCFYqEfgodlUwA2Q" target="_blank">R2D2 phone charger</a></div>
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For the handyman: <a href="http://amzn.to/1Sl4qgb" target="_blank">Magnetic wristband</a></div>
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For the musician: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/213213764/fathers-day-guitar-pick-i-pick-you?ref=shop_home_active_10" target="_blank">custom guitar pick</a></div>
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For the toy-lover: <a href="http://amzn.to/1JF43sT" target="_blank">a remote control helicopter</a></div>
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For the coffee lover: <a href="http://amzn.to/1ISohig" target="_blank">a french press</a> and/or a personized / funny / <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/211217920/good-morning-handsome-mug-coffee-mug?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=funny%20mug&ref=sr_gallery_31" target="_blank">cute mug</a></div>
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For the BBQ Master: <a href="http://amzn.to/1BpyyfJ" target="_blank">a grill set</a> (my parents got this for my hubby one year and it has been great!)</div>
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If you're mailing a gift, <a href="https://www.mancrates.com/gifts-for-men" target="_blank">Man Crates</a> make a great gift and the work is already done for you! (get 10% off using <a href="http://www.mancrates.com/gifts-for-men?utm_source=organic&utm_medium=trkt&utm_campaign=university?coupon=GIFTMAJOR10" target="_blank">this link</a>)</div>
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Looking for a personal DIY gift from the kids? A few years ago, the kids and I worked on this:</div>
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We purchased letters at Michael's, spray painted them and then I took a photo with each child. We put the photos in a simple frame. </div>
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When I asked Sweet Pea what she wanted to do for her birthday, her response was..."I want to do a party in the backyard, play games and have chocolate cake." That's my kind of party. Done and done!</div>
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We threw a good ol' fashioned vintage birthday party on a Friday after school. The weather was perfect! We had a little snack that included <a href="http://thechicsite.com/2014/07/25/sherbet-church-punch/" target="_blank">Pink Punch</a>, watermelon, veggies and animal crackers. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/197998823/pink-ombre-paper-straws-pink-ombre-party?ref=shop_home_active_14" target="_blank">These cute straws</a> were my color inspiration.</div>
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It is a joy to watch her grow. We are blessed beyond measure! Happy 7th Birthday Sweet Pea!Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-6327163926477591502015-05-10T15:50:00.000-07:002015-05-10T15:50:00.069-07:00Orange Marmalade SconesHappy Mother's Day! If you're a mom, may you feel celebrated, relaxed and loved on today!<br />
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Looking for a last minute breakfast or brunch to whip up? I'm over at <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2015/05/orange-marmalade-scones/" target="_blank">30 Days</a> sharing my <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2015/05/orange-marmalade-scones/" target="_blank">Orange Marmalade Scone recipe</a>.<br />
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These scones are delicious and only take about 30 minutes from start to finish. Get the recipe <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2015/05/orange-marmalade-scones/" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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She's our little performer. We often find her making up her own dances and singing her own tune. Her laugh is contagious and she has a sweet confidence about her.</div>
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She is such a blessing and brings so much joy into our family. Happy 7th Birthday Sweet Pea!</div>
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My friend, Deanna, gave me a cute little gift basket of Jamberry nail wraps in the adult and junior sizes.<br />
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As you can imagine, my girls were pretty excited to try it out. I was too, since I had purchased the nail wraps for our nieces, but had never really tried them myself.<br />
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If you're unfamiliar with Jamberry Nail Wraps, they are essentially sticker decals that you apply to your fingernails and/or toenails and seal with heat.<br />
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They come in sheets like this...<br />
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I applied <a href="http://deannaloves.jamberrynails.net/product/iced#.VTpmvK1Viko" target="_blank">"Iced"</a> to my toes and the girls used "Snow & Ice" and <a href="http://deannaloves.jamberrynails.net/product/mod-love#.VTpnJa1Viko" target="_blank">"Mod Love"</a> their fingers.<br />
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Pressed to secure and heat to seal. Deanna had this awesome <a href="http://deannaloves.jamberrynails.net/product/jamberry-mini-heater#.VTpxja1Viko" target="_blank">little heater</a>, which made it easy to heat, but you can also use a hair dryer.<br />
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Our sweet baby girl is all about the details and likes to organize and sort things. I get the feeling she's going to be "a planner". She loved helping me plan out her birthday party.<br />
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This year we had a party at a local inflatable party place with her friends and a family dinner party. She wanted an Olaf theme, so I found some <a href="http://amzn.to/1DBNOKy" target="_blank">Olaf napkins</a>, an <a href="http://amzn.to/1OsC2pi" target="_blank">Olaf cake topper</a> and few other goodies.<br />
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They had a great time!<br />
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The "frozen hearts" were grapes cut in half at an angle, then put together in a heart shape, toothpicked together and frozen. They were a hit! You can see the tutorial <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/242279654926122439/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Homemade Cake. I purchased the Olaf Cake topper <a href="http://amzn.to/1IGNSMc" target="_blank">here</a>. And the Snowflake icing decorations <a href="http://amzn.to/1I7HJVU" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Little water bottles for little hands. I printed the bottle wrappers <a href="http://likemomandapplepie.blogspot.com/2014/08/frozen-birthday-party-and-free.html?" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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I printed this cute Anna crown for the birthday girl <a href="http://strawberrymommycakes.com/2014/03/12/frozen-eggo-waffle-party-with-free-printables/" target="_blank">here</a>. She has some other great printables too!</div>
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Each friend got a little goody bag filled with a few crayons, a small <a href="http://www.great-kids-birthday-parties.com/frozen-party.html" target="_blank">Olaf coloring page</a>, <a href="http://amzn.to/1CROczO" target="_blank">Frozen tattoos</a>, <a href="http://amzn.to/1FIx5Yf" target="_blank">blue glow sticks</a>, <a href="http://amzn.to/1Hm8oQL" target="_blank">Frozen stamps</a>, <a href="http://amzn.to/1CRPGKy" target="_blank">Frozen fruit snacks</a> and a <a href="http://amzn.to/1ap4VUa" target="_blank">bouncy ball</a>.</div>
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Happy Birthday sweet girl!Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-80898140345175486252015-04-01T08:03:00.000-07:002015-04-01T08:03:25.282-07:00Coconut Carrot CakeToday I'm over at <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2015/04/coconut-carrot-cake/" target="_blank">30 Days</a> sharing the perfect dessert for your Easter table...Coconut Carrot Cake. SO good!<br />
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Hop on over <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2015/04/coconut-carrot-cake/" target="_blank">here</a> for the recipe.</div>
<br />Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-60107707293288675672015-03-31T09:58:00.001-07:002015-03-31T10:10:32.222-07:00Spring Break 2015Last week, we went down to Southern California for my Grandmother's funeral. This was a bitter-sweet trip...sad to say our final good-byes, but great to see family.<br />
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Cotton Candy that was almost as big as her<br />
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FUN FACT: Did you know that you can ask any Disney employee any Disney-movie/character-related question and they have to give you an answer on the spot? And if they don't know the answer, there is a special number they call to get you the answer! WOW!<br />
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We have a friend who used to work at Disneyland who told us about this little Disney tidbit, so we tried it. Thinking I was asking a tough question, I asked an employee, "what was Wall-e's favorite musical?" Without batting an eye, he responded "Hello Dolly." Whoa, awesome.<br />
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And, of course, no trip would be to California would be complete without In-n-Out...a family fave.<br />
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This makes a great lunch and the curry is not overbearing. You can find the recipe <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2015/03/chicken-curry-salad/" target="_blank">here</a>.Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-83329641489011356892015-03-18T11:00:00.002-07:002015-03-18T22:04:52.248-07:00Saying Goodbye<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Last week, we lost my Grandma CeCe somewhat unexpectedly.<br />
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Losing loved ones is hard. Even though we know it's a part of life and even though she lived a long and full life, it's never something you can really prepare your heart for.<br />
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My grandmother was beautiful, kind, generous and lived an active life. She loved to travel, swim, dance and spend time her family.<br />
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She had 3 children.<br />
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She will be greatly missed, but I'm so glad that she got to meet her great grandchildren and be a part of their lives.<br />
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<i>"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive fro God"</i> <i> - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4</i><br />
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Brittany Turcohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08808884045787019251noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3913553399510386703.post-50266659060691959472015-03-05T03:29:00.000-08:002015-03-05T03:29:00.239-08:00St. Patrick's Day FoodCan you believe March is here already? February really did fly by. I feel like I blinked and it just passed by. Since St. Patty's Day is coming up, I thought I'd share some festive recipe ideas!<br />
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I know not everyone loves Corned Beef & Cabbage, but if you do, <a href="http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/corned_beef_and_cabbage/" target="_blank">this recipe</a> looks like a winner! Afterall, it IS the traditional Irish meal.<br />
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Another traditional meal is <a href="http://unihomemaker.com/2013/03/15/bangers-and-mash-with-guinness-onion-gravy/" target="_blank">Irish Bangers & Mash</a>. If your people are the "meat & potatoes type", this is right up their alley.</div>
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These <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/317055/irish-beef-hand-pies" target="_blank">Irish Beef Hand Pies</a> would be great for a make-ahead meal!</div>
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This <a href="http://pocketchangegourmet.com/irish-beef-stew-with-guinness-beer/" target="_blank">Irish Beef Stew</a> is the ultimate comfort food.</div>
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Serve that yummy stew with your favorite bread, cornbread or <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/amazingly-easy-irish-soda-bread/" target="_blank">Irish Soda Bread</a>.</div>
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It's hard to enjoy Irish food if you're a vegetarian. However, this <a href="http://minimalistbaker.com/1-hour-vegan-shepherds-pie/" target="_blank">Vegan Shepherd's Pie</a> looks excellent, if you're looking for a meat-less option. Our family loves lentils so this is going on our "to-make" list for sure. </div>
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