Vegan Shoes

For my very special friend Michelle.

The Vegan Shoe !

You have come a long way baby!

you can get the shoes here

Organic Vegetables

Celery

Bell Peppers

Spinach

Potatoes

Kale & Collards

Here are the top 5 vegetables you should buy organic.

Happy Eating!

Organic Fruits

Strawberries 

Apples

Peaches 

Blue Berries

Grapes

Are the top 5 fruits that you should be buying Organic.I was once told that the thinner the skin is on a fruit or vegetable the more important it is to buy organic, the pesticides can easily seep into the fruit.

Inspiration

Get Inspired 

Be inspiring 

You can do it, after all you are Brave, Strong, Beautiful and Clever.

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Welcome Home Newlywed's

What a great way to welcome home a newly married couple from their honey moon!

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For my Husband

My husband the greatest of dog lovers will enjoy this beautiful fella immensely .

Style File

Oh Jenna you are my style Idol! 

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Baby Elephant

Doesn't this make you want to get a baby elephant well at least go to the beach!

Have a great weekend!

First seen on a cup of Joe

see the original article here

Vancouver Public Art

See Vancouver Biennale Public Art

The very popular public art exhibit in English Bay will be a permanent collection.

I personally love this particular collection called the  A-maze-ing Laughter consists of 14  bronze statues, all in different poses of a shirtless guy laughing hysterically.

Images and original story found here

Style File

Super cool and casual style.

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Growing Older

This man makes it look easy, what do you think you would would like if you held up a photo of yourself from 20 years ago?

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Healthy Snacking

I love ground cherries or goose berries and their little paper leaves that are such a great little wrapper.

What are you snaking on these days?

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Featured Artist

Some people are so creative, Steve from the The Pot Hole Gardener BLOG creates small gardens in potholes. Check out his blog to see many more pictures and lots of videos of his many inspiring projects.

One small step

I did it! Now I have a lot of hard work to overcome. But I am ready and able to take it on.

Wish me Luck!

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Style File

I love this wrap dress by Rachel Comey!

The great thing about summer is getting dressed, ladies can just slip on a dress and sandals then head out the door, so simple.

Get it here violet boutique

Sketch Effect

This is a shot of my bulletin board in my office using the sketch effect.

Gosh I wish I had this tool when I was in school it would have saved me a great deal of grief.

Miniature Effect

The view from my patio over English Bay.

I have been trying to get some good shots using the miniature effect.

Here I captured a man crossing the street below my apartment.

I plan on trying some more shots closer to the water with some sailboats and bridges in the frame.

Have you every done miniature effect do you have any advice on getting a good shot?

Fashion File

Leather jacket envy.

Hair Inspiration

I love this loose bun and messy ponytail, in fact my hair usually looks like this but some how I never quite come off as so cool.

Oh well it still gives me licence to go for it anyways.

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For My Husband

Now that dog looks in love and who wouldn't be ?

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Fashion File

I love this dress,the big bold print and I am  a big fan of black and white, perfect for a summer work day.

Image from the Sartorialist

Design on a dime

These would be great hanging on a summer patio. Love them.

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Featured Artist Pyrrha

The rooster wax seal symbolizes new beginnings.

The Horse Shoe wax seal will protect and bring good luck.

The Horse seal symbolizes grace, beauty and freedom.

Vancouver based jewellery designers Wade Papin and Danielle Wilmore craft the most unique pieces of jewellery from wax seals. Their collection includes necklaces with symbolic meanings as well as rings, earrings and bracelets. They are very popular and can be seen on the necks of many stars such as Katie Holmes and Taylor Swift to mention just a few.

I plan to purchase one for myself but the large collection makes it most difficult to decide on just one.

 Check their site Pyrrha and choose one for yourself.

All images found at Pyrrha

Weekly Menu

I make a weekly menu at the beginning of the week. 

It helps with the grocery list/budget and usually eliminates a lot of wastage at the end of the week with items that perished before I could come up with a plan for them.

I have a few friends who have been asking me to share my menus so that they might enjoy them. 

I try and make most meals fairly healthful and the basic rule is 

1 Fish Dish, 1 Chicken Dish, 1 Beef Dish, 1 Vegetarian Dish (not true vegetarian just skipping the meat)  

and 1 Friday Night Cheat Dish (something like Pizza).

It doesn't always work out that way but its a general guideline.

Beef Dish

My husband is a big fan of Hamburger Helper but since I try and cook healthy meals he has not had it since his bachelor days. 

So when I saw this recipe on Eating Well 

I thought I would give it a try since 11/2 cups is only about 350 calories.

Photo By Eating Well

Vegetarian Dish

Summers Panzanella

One of my favourites and always a big hit around here. It is loaded with flavour and super refreshing.

The best part you can have a second helping without feeling the slightest bit guilty.

Photo by Smitten Kitchen

Vegetarian Dish 

I have been making this quiche recipe  for years with just a few changes.

I use a large pie shell not the mini shells and I cut back on the milk but add some cheese.

I buy a ready made pastry shell from the freezer section at the super market and pre-brown it. 

Then I mix 6 eggs about 1/2 cup of milk with 1 package of Knorrs vegetable soup mix and some shredded cheese (your choice or whatever is handy) then bake for about 30-40 minutes until its browned.

Its super easy and excellent served with a green salad, this week I'm serving spinach salad with raspberries and red onion slivers.

Photoand recipe by Knorss

Chicken Dish

For my chicken dish this week I plan to baked a couple of chicken breast with some lemon and salt and pepper you can add any spices that you like anything goes.

Once cooked I then slice the chicken into bite sizes and serve with a cup of rice and a salad of cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion. 

Toss the salad with a simple vinaigrette and a little salt and pepper. 

My favorite part of this meal is mixing all the chicken rice and salad together.

Photo By Launched

Friday Night Cheat Dish

We usually try and keep dinner very simple on Friday and whats easier than a Quesadillas.

For this meal I just plan on cleaning out the fridge and using any vegetables that are still in the crisper.

Sauté up some mushrooms, red or white onion, bell peppers (really anything goes for this recipe).

Layer the sautéed vegetables on a tortilla with a little cheese, some chilli pepper flakes or even better fresh jalepenos if you have them. 

Then grill them in a pan until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is browned (flipping once). 

I like to serve these with salsa, a slice of avocado and a margarita, after all it is Friday.

Photo by Seasaltwithfood

These recipes or ideas can be altered to suit your own taste and its really just a guide line for planning a menu for your week. 

I hope you enjoy them and if you have any fun ideas to share I would love to hear them.

A very Special Saturday Post

Happy 29th! 

 A bunch of beautiful flowers for you.

A mile high ombre cake for you

I hope you have a lovely and Very Happy Birthday.

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April Fools Day

This is the best idea I have seen in ages for April Fools!

Offer to make your special someone (kids) breakfast but replace the eggs with Jello.

When they crcak open their eggs they will have a colourful fun surprise.

Go to Oh Happy Day to read the full recipe and instructions and for more great pictures.

Have a great weekend I hope its filled with sunshine and very few April Showers.

All images by Oh Happy Day

More Candy Tables

Just a little more food for thought on Candy Tables and wedding receptions. Inspiration and colour themes to drool over.

original images found here on Martha Stewart

For my Husband

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