Simplicity


I'm so overwhelmed by stuff!! There comes a point when white speaks to me more than any pattern or color - i can't believe I'm saying this either ;)

I'm head over heals


Photos are by Martin Morrell from French By Design
You have to check out her blog! My new fav.





Images from Emma's Blog my other new fav...I can have 2.

It seems that we are over stimulated and bombarded by just about everything now a days, hope this shows that even the most simple and functional rooms are still beautiful.



Breakfast for Two

Just another morning... 
To be completely honest I'm trying to think of a name for this amazingly scrumptious breakfast the my boy and i always make. I thought of SPPE (sweet potatoes, potatoes, and eggs) since abbreviations seem to be taking over my life, but that just sounds ridiculous.  So I'm hoping you guys can up with something better.

Here is what you will Need
 1 - medium Sweet Potato
1 - medium regular Potato
1 -  Avocado
Eggs - your choice of how many Eggs
 4 leaves - Fresh Basil 
1tsp - Minced Garlic 
California Chili Peper 
Sea Salt & Pepper (light on both, cause you will add it to everything)
Olive Oil + Canola Oil


Step 1 - Pour equal parts of olive oil and canola oil into pan ( 1 Tbsp each at least, you basically want the bottom of the pan to be generously coated).  Turn oven on med-low while you chop the potatoes into bite size (small) cubes

Step 2 - Put the cubed potatoes in hot oiled frying pan, stir (or fling them you pros out there), then add some the spices - chili pepper, salt and pepper stir/fling again.  Place lid on and let cook until potatoes done (15-20min on medium flame)  Note: I add a little bit of spices in the beginning and then 1 or 2 times more as they cook 

Step 3 - Throw in about a teaspoon of minced garlic last 2 minutes - this way the garlic wont burn and it will give you a stronger flavor (garlic can be optional of course)

Step 4 - The potatoes should be done so you can put them aside (or in the toaster oven or some place to keep them warm) while you make the eggs.  Eggs are super fast  -  We like them over easy, or with the yolk still runny (but you of course can cook your eggs to your liking).  These are "super eggs"  were kinda health freaks so to cut back on yolks we do one egg and then add just egg whites. lightly salt and pepper.  

Step 5 - While eggs cook on low.  Finely chop the fresh basil and slice  the avocado.

Serve - Layer, potatoes first, eggs second, avocado on top, then sprinkle the frech chopped basil, salt and pepper and enjoy.  Light Ketchup if you must.

 I highly recommend eating this outside in the  cali sunshine - It just makes it that much better.

I would love to take credit for this tasty creation however i have to give props to my boy, Yes he is also a chef (i know how to pick em;). I just recreated it with a feminine flare :)  

 Bon Appetite! 



Happy 50th Daddy-O

Yup that's right my DAD turned 50 today!  Just a few of my Favorite Memories with Him so far ;) - tons more to come - THIS IS FOR YOU DAD. Thank you for..
My First drink, ohh yeah Im 21 here..lol Margaritas are still one of my faves.

always making me laugh..

really really hard

my good looks..lol


ohhh yeaha...

Wearing your emotions on your sleeve. I get it I get it..

My education!!  ( this was a biggie)


For ALWAYS helping me move ( especially this 80lb piece of glass, i think you have moved at least  4 times).  What would i do without you! 



For always getting the best pictures..lol 

For showing me the wonders of the PCH!!! And moving again

You amazing self, and sharing the beauties of life.


And for many many other amazing things, your unconditional love, wise advice (although i may not take it right away) encouragement to reach for my dreams and just being you. Love you more than words!


Are you sure your 50? 
just sayin...

HAPPY 50th BIRTHDAY DAD!!
miss you
xoxo 




Work/Bed Space

Here's whats in the works as of right now.  This has been "in the works" for a while but i finally have some time to build and implement.  Here is the vibe.

A home office/ bedroom for "Master of Shapes"(aka my boy) The requirements are simple yet functional, course with a little of his personality mixed in.  There will be some interesting accessories in the works. With his brain and my style...shit will get crazy. (Can't tell you everything ;)


The Plan - lets hope my handy women skills aren't rusty

On a side note look at my new Toy - Did i mention it was FREE


It even came with all the goods - directions and all! I felt like i hit the jackpot. Had to share my excitement. Now just to figure it out.....






Rad-ness

Rad! Why is Anthropology so good.

seriously - 2 please Can't wait to have my own place..aahhhh


knock knock...;) 


Valley thrift stores ROCK! totally bought these 10 plates 8 cups=$12 WHAT..i know

This gives me a cool idea.... need some paper,
(Home Goods)

and a bigger car..