Real Simple

Some people summarize books and I summarize magazines.

Here are the highlights from March's Real Simple

• Make heart shaped cupcakes by wedging a single marble between the liner and the pan (after filling with batter) to create a heart shaped indent
• Suck your cheeks in when you apply blush & follow the lines of your bones
• Wear orange this spring
• Don't click on who viewed your facebook profile - it is a scam. Don't feel bad if you did - I tried it too. Lesson learned DON'T CLICK on APP Links.
• Slow cookers, Slow cooker, Slow Cooker - fancy word for crockpot and the easy way to get dinner made without calling take out. http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/recipe-collections-favorites/8-slow-cooker-recipes-00000000008818/index.html

BTW: If you haven't got a gift for your valentine try a subscription to a magazine (plus a card, flowers/chocolate & food). Amazon typically has the best prices PLUS they have a special right now. Spend $20 get $10.

http://www.amazon.com/b/?ie=UTF8&node=599858&tag=googhydr-20&hvadid=3752348625&ref=pd_sl_9e7l355wj_b

DIY Cardboard Magic

Zebrick : Thinking of using that cardboard box to lay the frames out on

Confused Me: Why don't you use the carpet?

Zebrick: Do you want drawings on your carpet?

Super Confused Me: Hun?

Zeb's brillant DIY plan:

Lay the frames out on the cardboard

once arranged use a pencil/pen to mark

hang the cardboard on the wall and drill through

remove cardboard and hang frames

Result: Photos are beautifully displayed and your wall is free of pencil lines

Other great uses for cardboard boxes:

Flatten it and turn it into dance floor for wee ones

Make your husband a sexy robot costume

That is all I could come up with so I googled uses for cardboard boxes. Good old Martha she came up with 70. http://theradioblog.marthastewart.com/2010/07/70-uses-for-cardboard-boxes.html

Buy your Philly Pants for Valentines

Never be caught at Starbucks with your pants on inside out again (I have a wild child and I hadn't had my coffee yet - nothing else needs to be said).

These two pairs of pants will solve all your problems. Reversible, Washable, Comfortable and able to everything. First the Zella Live In Legging - I would seriously consider having these pants tattooed on. Tall boots love these pants, I love these pants, You will love these pants. Then the Zella Booty Pants - yes they give your booty the perfect hug...cozy, firm and not too tight.

MEN: If you haven't bought your little Philly a valentines day gift yet - GO to nordstroms and buy these pants.

BTW: I would recommend that in addition to the pants - get flowers, write a card and make or take to dinner.

FOR ALL THE SINGLE LADIES: These pants love your body so well that you won't miss having a man this Feb. 14th so pick up a pair yourself.

Zella 'Live-In" Leggings

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/zella-live-in-leggings/3035710?origin=related-3035710-6012241-0-1

Zella Booty Pants:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/zella-booty-pants/3065813?origin=category&resultback=1200

SOS vs. SOL

Often I announce I am SOS. My husband seems to believes I am misusing this term. He thinks I mean SOL. So I consulted Wikipedia:

SOS is the commonly used description for the international Morse code distress signal (· · · — — — · · ·)

Thank you Wikipedia that is exactly what I mean SOS, I am in distress. Therefore whenever I feel the need I will continue screaming SOS.

In case you are wondering SOL means Sorry out of Luck or if you ask Wikipedia it means:

Sun, or Sol in Latin and other languages, the star at the center of the Solar System

btw today's groupon is $10 for $20 bucks at barnes and noble. Go book CRAZY!

Bring back the Sample Fairies

Dear Costco,

Please bring the mid-week sample fairies back along with their "buy this" dust. Serious. Now there is nothing but dog food at the end of the frozen food lane. Gone is the giddy feeling I get while wondering is it going to be pizza bites or flavored sparkling mineral water. Gone is the regret and surprise when I unload my box and discover items I don't need, want or even like.

I promise I will only take two from each tray and stop pretending like the 2nd sample is for my child.

BTW (short for By the Way) You might want to leave work early and pick up a pizza on your way home since the Husky game starts at 6:00pm. GO DAWGS

Hidden Dragon Crouching Tiger

We all need a little hidden dragon crouching tiger mama in us. Haven't read the book (Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother) so I shouldn't be commenting on something that I know nothing about BUT I can't help but applaud her confidence. So today I am shouting "you go girl" and not second guess myself. I want to live with passion, belief and trust in who I am. Even if my biggest decision is should I buy grapes or apples.

If you decided to try this also, you may want to consider whispering since I got some funny looks at the store. Oh and I bought both grapes & apples.

By the way Modern Family is a rerun tonight so you might want to change your plans accordingly.

For Sale: a chance at love with Casey (my brother)

Been at this blogging thing for a week. Have yet to make any money so I have decided to start selling things. Since I am not one to keep around items I don't want there isn't much in my house to sell so here is the best thing I could come up with.

For Sale: a chance at love with Casey (my brother)

Features:

Tallish - maybe 6 ft

Great Smile

Employed

28 years old

Responsible

Out-going

Mac User

Family type of guy

Loves snowboarding, volvos, cereal, ProRo (that is his gym), and much more.

Comes with the Package:

Me, my husband and child. Currently, we co-own & co-habitate our house with my brother. We, especially little Wes love our Casey.

If you are interested please email me at courtneyjroach@gmail.com for more information. Honestly, I haven't thought through the details so it may take me awhile to get back to you.

Also, if you know my brother PLEASE do not tell him about this post. He isn't a fan of me helping with his dating.

Katelyn (my favorite sister) - the only reason I am not selling you also is because you read my blog.