Springbellishment
I also added my diplomas…which have nothing to do with Spring. Except that people usually graduate then. Yes, I’m a nerd and I put my diplomas up. And not because I’m trying to impress people who wander into my bedroom.
It’s only fair to give credit to the other half of this designing duo. Let’s give it up for Cupcake, my 15-month-old decorating savant.
Top Five
This is my shameless way of trying to win a $250 Target gift card. Our Suburban Cottage mentioned that over at Barking Mad, she’s giving one away…and it could be me. Or you. But hopefully me. No, I’m just kidding. It’s totally great if it’s for you. Or me.
The Tyranny of the Tiny
Last Sunday a friend of mine was in town and spent the evening with me. She is cool and single and has no children.
Picturing Grace
Extreme Makeover: Master Bedroom Edition
The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Tree…
The Soup Nazi
Sorry I haven’t posted in over a week! Sheesh, what a slacker.
Lentil Soup
(from Williams-Sonoma Soup)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
1-3 carrots, scrubbed and sliced
1 celery stalk, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
Generous tablespoon curry powder
1-2 bay leaves (if desired)
1 14 oz can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 bag (16 oz) dried lentils, rinsed, picked over, and drained
6 cups broth
1 lemon, sliced
1 cup chopped fresh spinach, or 1 1-lb frozen pack
Salt and pepper
Heat olive oil, then add onion, carrot, and celery. Saute until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and saute for one minute more. Add curry powder and cook till fragrant (about 1 minute).
Add tomatoes, juice, bay leaf, lentils, stock to cover, and the lemon slices. Bring to a simmer over medium hight heat. Cover, reduce heat, and cook till lentils are tender, about 30 minutes. Add remainder of stock and heat up. Discard bay leaf and lemon slices.
If using fresh spinach, add just before serving. If using frozen, add at the end and cook for about 2-3 minutes.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Bon Appetit!
Room of Shame, Wall of Fame
Lately, my posts have alternated between the philosophical and the frivolous. Well, we’re back to frivolous. Because if you’re like me, you love to see pretty pictures of other people’s houses.