tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26140474484008928812024-02-20T18:48:33.732-05:00La Dolce VitaStephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.comBlogger562125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-67502793410747162312015-05-24T19:44:00.001-04:002015-05-24T19:44:31.848-04:00riots of roses ...<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I'm a lucky girl. I usually have flowers around the house. I don't usually have all roses though, and when I do, I usually go with all white or all pink. Subtle. Sweet.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">But on Friday, as I was passing through my local warehouse store, they had a lot of roses for sale. Usually we patronize the local florist, but I couldn't resist the colors. For the unofficial start of summer, I went for three bunches of bright colors, and filled 4 vases. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br />They're such happy colors and they really do add some sunshine to the room. Hope they make you smile too! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Best,<br />Stephanie</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> </span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-75466173098354257552015-04-29T18:20:00.000-04:002015-04-29T18:20:01.563-04:00i want to be a supermodel ... <span style="font-size: large;">Ok, well not <i>me</i> exactly. But the kiddos had a great photo session in Central Park this weekend with the ever so talented Elizabeth Holder of <a href="http://www.elizabethholderphotography.com/">Elizabeth Holder Photography</a> and they loved it. With all of the photos I take, I have never had the kids photos done professionally so this was a treat for us all. I can't wait to see how they came out! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">But while Elizabeth was snapping away, I did catch a few photos of her at work, and of Central Park. It was a grey day in the park, but it is still so nice to see signs of spring. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br />If you have a chance to get your photos done with Elizabeth, sign up for sure. She is a sweetheart and really put the kids at ease. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br />Best,<br />Stephanie </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-66350801392340559382015-04-13T11:49:00.001-04:002015-04-13T11:49:14.002-04:00i'm still here! <span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Hello, friends! I'm still hanging in here. We are crazy busy but well. I have not been taking too many photos lately in the midst of all the craziness, but I have taken a few from Easter that I thought I'd share. I baked all Easter morning to get these done in time, but I can tell you, that bunny tush has brought me a ridiculous amount of happiness, making all the effort worth it. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I had seen this one on line a few years ago and have wanted to make it since. I carved out a bunny hole, frosted the cake to look like a tree stump, popped the bunny in, and added some grass and flowers. This one made me so happy! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">For the cupcakes, I stocked up on some yummy Easter candy from Williams-Sonoma, piped some grass out of buttercream, and topped it off with the candy and bunnies I had made ahead of time. They were all a hit! <br />I hope your holidays were wonderful!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Best,<br />Stephanie</span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-7210397547548888462015-03-27T15:01:00.000-04:002015-03-27T15:01:13.423-04:00and i was doing so well, too ...<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Well, I did have the best of intentions. I did. And I would have been back had a family member not had a terrible accident just days after my last post. Thankfully, a full recovery is anticipated. It will be a long road, but we're grateful there is a road to walk at all. So the baking, decoration, photo-taking <i>fun</i> stuff has sadly taken a back seat right now. But I did not want to abandon this sweet life and all you sweet people so I grabbed a free moment to come on and say, <i>Hello, old friend. I've missed you. Are you well? xoxo</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">And to share a cute little photo that has been making me smile all day. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><i> </i> Because this little girl always makes me smile. Even if she is a bit of a ham for the camera. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br />Best,</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Stephanie </span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-52327422009021864112015-02-20T11:43:00.000-05:002015-02-20T11:43:20.819-05:00it's soup weather! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">It's definitely soup weather in most of the country. And what could be yummier than a delicious baked potato soup? This one is so fast and easy, and I know your family will love it.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">1. Take 6 slices of bacon, cut into one inch pieces,
and cook in a large (heavy) stock pot until cooked. Remove from pot, and place
on plate - set aside. Then pour off almost all of the fat. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">2. Add in
one small diced onion and 3 stalks diced celery. Season with salt and
pepper. Cook about 2 or 3 minutes. You don't want to brown them, just cook them a little. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">3. Add six potatoes, peeled and diced
into small chunks. Cook about 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">4. Then add in 8 cups of chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook
10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">5. Whisk 3 tbs of flour into one
cup of milk. When thoroughly combined, pour into potatoes and stir in.
Let cook for another 5 minutes or so. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">6. Use a ladle or large strainer to drain off the
chunks of veggies and put into a blender. You don't need to take them
all if you like a chunkier soup, but I like my baked potato soup creamy.
(Remember that veggies will expand as you puree so never fill it more
than 2/3 of the way full.) </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null"> You may need to go back and add the
remaining veggies. I did. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">7. Pour it back into the pot, check for
seasonings and adjust if needed. (Like things a little spicy? add in some Tabasco or red pepper flakes or your favorite hot stuff.) </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">8. Add in 1/2 cup of heavy cream, and 1
tbs chopped parsley and stir. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">9. When you plate the soup, add in
shredded cheddar and top with the bacon you cooked at the beginning. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">That's it - takes about 30 minutes all together.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">Want something heartier? Here is the link to my almost famous, completely delicious, steak soup. <a href="http://dreamingladolcevita.blogspot.com/2011/09/soups-on.html#comment-form">Steak soup - click here.</a> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="null">Best,<br />Stephanie </span> </span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-54552190869496512102015-02-13T10:45:00.000-05:002015-02-13T10:45:22.832-05:00baby it's cold outside! <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Well friends, it is absolutely frigid up here! Brrr... But at least I have some beautiful flowers to keep me warm. I had some of the girls over the other day, so between that and the flowers the hubs brought me, we have flowers everywhere...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Flowers on my desk .... </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Stephanie </span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-56302085358996568162015-02-09T10:44:00.003-05:002015-02-09T10:44:41.833-05:00another week, another Monday school closing...<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">It's getting a little crazy now. This is the third Monday in a row the schools are closed due to the weather. We've had enough Mother Nature. And the way it worked out, they are closed next week for President's Day too. But we've been warming things up over here this week. Excuse the phone shots, but there have been cakes ... </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Over several weeks, they collected over 100 coats, about 200 sweatshirts, hundreds of socks, underwear, scarves, hats and gloves. They also gave out toiletries and personal care items. Finally, they made and handed out many gallons of soup and coffee, and many many sandwiches. They had filled three Uhaul vans with things they collected. And on that bitter cold night, they met kids their own age, and from 20's to one woman who was 82 years old! So heartbreaking to see so many in need. Everyone was so thankful though and the kids really made a difference to a lot of people that night. They were out there from about 10pm until about 2:00 a.m. giving out what they could to help those in need. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">So that is what is happening around here! I hope you and your loved ones are all warm and safe!</span></span><br />
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spent a few days up in Newport, Rhode Island this year before coming
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Newport is always one of our favorite getaways, no matter what the time of year. <br />For those affected by the storm - stay safe and stay warm!<br />
Best,<br />Stephanie</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> </span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-73252274034911586772015-01-19T16:46:00.001-05:002015-01-19T16:46:09.994-05:00a little more south ...<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Look, at me! Posting three times in one month. For me, lately, it's a record. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Anyway, it is still cold as anything up here. Even when the temperature goes into the 30's, it somehow feels much colder. I could use a little warming up. Which is where the south comes into it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">To me, the south is about porches, palm trees, back roads and gardens. (Not to mention warm smiles, southern charm and some really great food.) So here is a little more south to warm you up. It may not warm my feet, but it sure does warm my heart. As always, left clicking will bring the photos up a bit clearer and a bit larger.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Hope your week is wonderful!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><br />Best,</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Stephanie</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> </span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-45251518443248201452015-01-14T08:00:00.000-05:002015-01-14T09:45:04.370-05:00a little bit of south to warm us up ... <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">South Carolina, that is. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />This summer, we spent about 12 days in beautiful South Carolina. We toured the Low Country, meandered around Charleston, and enjoyed a few days at the beach. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />Here's a few photos to warm us up some. The best way to view them is to left click with your mouse. That should bring them up to their original size and full resolution. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Best,</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Stephanie</span></span><br />
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Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-42333574594900442752015-01-12T16:52:00.002-05:002015-01-12T16:52:58.187-05:00let's try this again ... <span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">I've been an awful blogger, haven't I? I mean to, I really do, and then, well, life happens. But I am trying to refocus, get back in there. Here's what's been going on. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">July
was spent largely in South Carolina. We covered so much of the Low
Country, from Beaufort to Charleston, St James Island to Wadamalaw
Island. I love me some south! I will post some of those photos soon.
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">August was spent in the hospital and at home recovering from kidney surgery. Yuck. Enough about that - suffice it to say that all is now well, and that I am grateful that if something needs to be wrong, at least it was something they could fix. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">September saw us apple picking and on boats.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">October was all about birthdays and football.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">November was about family and celebrating Thanksgiving in NYC.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">And that is the 2014 wrap up. I really hope to get back to blogging regularly again. Let's keep this going! </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Best,<br />Stephanie</span></span>Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-44573239260295743782014-07-21T08:00:00.000-04:002014-07-29T18:53:26.286-04:00and we are back, live! <span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Well, I actually scheduled a post to appear while I was away, and it never did post. So as I just got back mere minutes ago - here it is. Much more to come soon! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">So while I have summer vacation on the brain, I thought I would share a few more from our vacation to Newport, Rhode Island. It's one of our favorite places to go. The mansions, the art, the beaches, and good food make for a great vacation. The last time we went, we ventured a little out of Newport too. If you ever have a chance to visit, especially between spring and fall, don't miss it! </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Best,</span><br /><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><span style="font-size: large;">Stephanie</span></span></span></span><br />
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<br />Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-63471722522188416592014-07-17T18:40:00.001-04:002014-07-17T18:40:46.364-04:00ok, so I missed monday …<p><font size="5" face="Andalus">… but at least I made it this week!  How’s your summer going?  So far, so good here.  Busy, as we usually are, but we have had a great time so far.  Dinner with friends, lunches with family, planning a quick getaway … </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Which made me think of last year’s terrific summer vacation in Maine.  I may have posted some of these, but there is not much better than Maine in summer.   I’m lucky enough to live very close to the beach.  But it can get pretty hot here in the summer.   So the moderate temperatures of Maine were a very nice break on the hottest days of the year.  I think it was in the high 90’s at home and the mid-70’s up there, with no humidity.  And the clearest air you can imagine.  I always sleep like a baby up in Maine!</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Hope you enjoy these shots! </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best, <br /><font color="#8080ff" size="6" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></font></p> <p><font color="#8080ff" size="6" face="Papyrus"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-hC38LM1SaTw/U8hQuUkYnTI/AAAAAAAAGQ4/8S48sIFrarM/s1600-h/IMG_3239%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3239" style="border-top: 0px; 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<span style="font-family: Andalus; font-size: large;">Not exactly a record, but pretty good for me lately. I hope you all had a terrific 4th of July. We were washed out here on the east coast, but we still had a great, relaxing weekend. So many of the kids’ friends were away, we really got in some good family time. Throw in dinner with my dad and brother in law, some great outlet shopping, and you have yourself a pretty good time. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Andalus; font-size: large;">Up top, you have some beautiful light when the rain finally stopped on Saturday, and a peek at the new kitchen. The counters are white quartz and the backsplash is white subway tile. Compare that to the light at the same time of day on the brown cabinets two posts ago – it was so dark! There are still some small details to be completed – trim work, some more electrical work, like under the counter lights, things like that – but I am so happy with how it came out. I will post more when it is done. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Andalus; font-size: large;">And I’ll leave you with a photo of how my husband prepared for having family over for dinner. So patriotic, right?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Andalus; font-size: large;">Have a great week! </span><span style="font-family: Andalus; font-size: large;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Andalus; font-size: large;">Best,</span><br />
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Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-39793891676448794442014-06-30T12:41:00.001-04:002014-06-30T12:41:41.271-04:00dipping a toe back in …<p><font size="5" face="Andalus"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hUZAA99kFZw/U7GTQFyqIoI/AAAAAAAAGN0/kEfptbVhZaM/s1600-h/090c%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="090c" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="090c" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-KNqb4F3-8Ik/U7GTQ7fx9wI/AAAAAAAAGN8/8PnfGHyuHgw/090c_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1060" height="719" /></a> </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Hello, friends.  It’s been a while.  I’ve missed you, and posting too.  But things have been hectic, as life can be, and there hasn’t been too much fun stuff to post.   The kitchen is almost done – somehow, it’s the little details that seem to take the longest.   I am very happy with it so far, though.   I’m going to try to get back in the swing of posting.  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus"></font><font size="5" face="Andalus"> <br />In the meantime, I’m dipping a toe back in, and sharing an old favorite recipe that is just perfect for summer. </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus"><strong>Strawberry Summer Salad</strong></font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">All you need is romaine lettuce, red onion, and lots of juicy red strawberries… yum … </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">I serve this with a poppy seed dressing:</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Mix:</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">2 tablespoons of white vinegar, </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">2 teaspoons of poppy seeds, </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">1/2 cup of mayo, </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">1/4 cup of milk, </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">2 tbs sugar (or 1 tbs splenda, if you prefer, adjusted to taste)</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">For the very best taste, soak the red onion in the dressing for a couple of hours and dress the salad just before serving.</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Perfect on it’s own or with grilled or rotisserie chicken for a low/no cook meal that is light and satisfying.  You can throw in some nuts, or even avocado if you want and it is delicious!</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Enjoy!</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best, <br /><font color="#0080c0" size="6" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></font></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-34473655371027769702014-02-24T10:06:00.001-05:002014-02-24T10:06:15.531-05:00sneak peek<p><font size="5" face="Andalus">I hinted about this last year, and it is finally <em>almost </em>done.  The kitchen makeover.   Here is the before:</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-0qLnsXT7hA0/Uwtf0waEKRI/AAAAAAAAGME/Q8rtJFCKLYE/s1600-h/002%25255B11%25255D.jpg"><img title="002" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="002" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6hve1iKQIIg/Uwtf1cDf5OI/AAAAAAAAGMI/0WU8VRdFQ7k/002_thumb%25255B10%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="976" height="662" /></a> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-rjTwSpjqofA/Uwtf1inqu7I/AAAAAAAAGMQ/5tqHR6zTsQM/s1600-h/photo_14.jpg"><img title="photo_1" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="photo_1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-lsdkeM3jwYw/Uwtf2FcZBEI/AAAAAAAAGMc/WiVpDNSgurc/photo_1_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="983" height="750" /></a></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Yes, those are four different finishes/colors.  Kind of tragic, no?  I cannot even bear to show you the whole thing.   I was the definitely the owner of the darkest, ugliest kitchen in town. (It’s hard to tell from these photos, but this is the sunniest time of day, <em>with</em> all the lights on.) Seriously.  I would watch House Hunters on TV and be talking at the women who were complaining about the kitchens, saying I would kill for that kitchen.  Mine was largely faux.  Faux everything.  Faux wood everywhere except for the doors, and some of the trim.  Yes, some.  It was a hodgepodge.   Not to mention seven layers of linoleum and vinyl and the faux brass pseudo-Bavarian door handles.  </font></p> </blockquote> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-fNI6NkRcdFo/Uwtf2ZVt9QI/AAAAAAAAGMk/T2luofK9lcI/s1600-h/photo_33.jpg"><img title="photo_3" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="photo_3" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-N7ELF54g330/Uwtf24Tu4CI/AAAAAAAAGMs/Zg2_qNblcB4/photo_3_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="603" height="794" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">The only reason we didn’t replace it sooner is because it was pretty new when we bought the house, having been used for less than a year.  We spent so much renovating the rest of the house, and were just so ready to move in, we lived with it.  And hated it.</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">And then, one day, my husband surprised me with the news that I didn’t have to wait anymore.  My brand new kitchen was coming.</font></p> <font size="5"> <p><font face="Andalus">Goodbye, dark ugly faux.  Goodbye, broken door.  I’d like to tell you I miss you, but I don’t!   </font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">Hello, solid wood!  Hello pretty happy white!  Sigh … my heart goes pitter pat for you!  (please excuse the poor phone photos.)  There really is no substitute for solid wood.  They look a lot better than in these photos and the room is so much brighter now.  </font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">  </font><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-a5oC1LCPP70/Uwtf3fvIZsI/AAAAAAAAGMw/-rzNEmPwAuE/s1600-h/photo_226.jpg"><font face="Andalus"><img title="photo_2(2)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="photo_2(2)" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Pc_AMrj2gsQ/Uwtf31-dN9I/AAAAAAAAGM8/f8nstErXKpM/photo_22_thumb4.jpg?imgmax=800" width="375" height="486" /></font></a><font face="Andalus">  </font><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-BELXtbRWPBc/Uwtf4ZDDyDI/AAAAAAAAGNE/HvNl3y4kgK4/s1600-h/photo_316.jpg"><font face="Andalus"><img title="photo_3(1)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="photo_3(1)" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Xz5PJayhDPM/Uwtf4vaS8tI/AAAAAAAAGNM/y_4u6AxxpXM/photo_31_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="424" height="494" /></font></a><font face="Andalus">  </font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">We went with all white, except for the floors, which are tile that looks like wood.  It isn’t grouted here, but you get the idea, I think.  (They’re pretty dusty, but I literally snapped this over the heads of the contractors while they were working.)   The picture on the right is the same corner as the first photo.  AND these were taken just before sunset, with no lights on.  </font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">  </font><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-RAs9UYZp5iQ/Uwtf5BOwwjI/AAAAAAAAGNU/aZDhruH9SZU/s1600-h/photo_125.jpg"><font face="Andalus"><img title="photo_1(2)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="photo_1(2)" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ReZpHduzJR8/Uwtf5sRgCbI/AAAAAAAAGNc/z_hvdoNL5rA/photo_12_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="481" height="631" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Andalus">We’re waiting for countertops, and then we can do the backsplash and all of the trim.  I can’t wait!</font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">This reno seemed endless, and we found about 100 problems behind the walls (no insulation, cut beams, missing headers, holes in the floor … it was nuts!), but it’s coming back together the right way.   </font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">I will post some more soon.</font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">Have a great week!</font></p> <p><font face="Andalus">Best,</font></p> <p><font color="#8080ff" size="6" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></p> <p></p> </font> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-25583248789598921112014-02-18T14:05:00.001-05:002014-02-18T14:05:04.815-05:00presidents day<p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-bw-xXNkAZI4/UwOu0urtMbI/AAAAAAAAGK8/B_u7R3foLZk/s1600-h/WashingtonDC645e11.jpg"><img title="Washington DC 645e" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Washington DC 645e" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-O1XCHN17g6U/UwOu1NwVwfI/AAAAAAAAGLE/bETz0Nd-lew/WashingtonDC645e_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="962" height="653" /></a> </p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">What better way to mark Presidents Day ( a day late! I tried to schedule in advance and it didn’t post!) than with a few of my favorite DC shots?  I’ve covered Lincoln, Washington and Jefferson here – some of our country’s finest!  Wishing for peace and prosperity for this great nation of ours!  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best, <br /><font color="#8080ff" size="6" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-k8FB5lahyRM/UwOu1i-9ljI/AAAAAAAAGLM/CgLBLnnuG3Y/s1600-h/WashingtonDC640e8.jpg"><img title="Washington DC 640e" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="Washington DC 640e" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-uh7OgGDkghQ/UwOu2NfhHlI/AAAAAAAAGLU/HbKLBWx89u8/WashingtonDC640e_thumb6.jpg?imgmax=800" width="446" height="657" /></a></p> <p>   <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-LdxivI4Gfck/UwOu2ahbMvI/AAAAAAAAGLc/LEXLUpIyjdA/s1600-h/WashingtonDC693e10.jpg"><img title="Washington DC 693e" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Washington DC 693e" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-UxDnTrli6rQ/UwOu23_joLI/AAAAAAAAGLk/EM1Fnr1WwJQ/WashingtonDC693e_thumb8.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1053" height="732" /></a>   <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-F8lLaj4kWVg/UwOu3c-iMuI/AAAAAAAAGLs/biZ_jkKt-DQ/s1600-h/WashingtonDC638e9.jpg"><img title="Washington DC 638e" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Washington DC 638e" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-oVMMH8C24pk/UwOu38lh_hI/AAAAAAAAGL0/GB_3N2ahf-Y/WashingtonDC638e_thumb7.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1096" height="744" /></a></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-44994229787121499602014-02-14T10:01:00.001-05:002014-02-14T10:01:06.642-05:00happy valentines day!<p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hfa6WCQ9vS4/Uv4vqbiUtOI/AAAAAAAAGKk/MSsD18gFw1k/s1600-h/007ps%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img title="007ps" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="007ps" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KoGzbAKqFlQ/Uv4vsc8fvnI/AAAAAAAAGKs/ENqnU3llsHo/007ps_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="988" height="674" /></a> </p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus"><em>“A loving heart is the truest wisdom.” - <font color="#000000">C</font></em></font><a href="http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/c/charles_dickens.html"><font color="#000000" size="5" face="Andalus"><em>harles Dickens</em></font></a></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Happy Valentines Day to you all!  I hope each of your days is full of love today, and everyday.</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best,</font></p> <p><font color="#8080ff" size="5" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-28821258357023937542014-02-11T12:41:00.001-05:002014-02-11T12:41:39.193-05:00nothing to see here …<blockquote> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFzmfh_1MMUPIAGSspCIPhU946EpW8WuRVGOqQE-3KZrCPVylF3PfELuOLZm1nhm0NCIP9cWGxRs6kdSt8o4hxvQiB0-IaIgorO6QP00_2rk_9HjyGXyr38vu3ccFq-ywZlkvsUEU9QsLN/s1600-h/IMG_4748%25255B15%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4748" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_4748" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LKO8ZeBmxIA/Uvpg0QuuzNI/AAAAAAAAGKQ/QzjaeAyWjAE/IMG_4748_thumb%25255B13%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1103" height="750" /></a> </p> </blockquote> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">… just a completely unedited photo snapped through my window when I was supposed to be working.  The light was pretty warm, for winter, and I thought the ice on the branches looked pretty in the sun.  (and now I just hope that blogger doesn’t mess it up!)  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">It’s been an unbelievable winter all over the place, I think.  But few places have been hit as hard with the snow as the east coast.  Now, with another 6-10 inches of snow projected for Thursday, I’m beginning to think we won’t see spring for a while.   We already have a few feet on the ground that isn’t melting, so I’m a little nervous as to what will happen when it all starts to melt.  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">How is the weather where you are?  Anyone living where it’s warm want to put up a nice, winter-weary family for a few days?  Stay warm and safe, my friends!  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best,</font></p> <p><font color="#8080ff" size="6" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-17883835319522350112014-02-05T13:51:00.001-05:002014-02-05T13:51:10.312-05:00one more time …<p><font size="5" face="Andalus">OK, I’m giving the old blogger another shot.  I’m posting two photos I’ve used before, and seeing what happens with some technical adjustments.  Be honest, OK?  </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HGXj4trrCHY/UvKIF35qfkI/AAAAAAAAGJk/y_7TVU9Yr2o/s1600-h/IMG_3852e2%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3852e2" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_3852e2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-WZUJDZRVSTE/UvKIGc8t3bI/AAAAAAAAGJs/HlclGCrGCQQ/IMG_3852e2_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1038" height="707" /></a> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-JrYKTRJHm50/UvKIG-uqQbI/AAAAAAAAGJw/OPvvDnCcbLI/s1600-h/038%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><img title="038" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="038" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-DLrsOiEap1o/UvKIHDdxnUI/AAAAAAAAGJ8/_IELYrcjmyo/038_thumb%25255B15%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1050" height="797" /></a> </p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">These camellias are one of the highlights of February for me.  I will be going to Planting Fields soon to see this year’s stunning display.  Their Camellia Greenhouse is one of my favorite places to spend a cold winter’s day.</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Thanks for bearing with me as I figure this thing out!</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best, <br /><font color="#8080ff" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></font></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-29065151275722662352014-02-03T14:23:00.001-05:002014-02-03T14:23:37.036-05:00photographs …<p><font size="5" face="Andalus">I’m a little unhappy with the way my photographs appear on blogger lately.  They randomly compress the photos in a way that compromises the quality.  They can be darker, grainer, or just different, and I don’t like it.  Some of them come out OK, but few look as good as they do before they’re uploaded.  After looking into it, I turned off the auto-enhance, but it hasn’t seemed to help the problem too much.  For example, the photo from the last post was so bright and sharp on my screen that my daughter thought it was a professional photo from an ad.   Then I post it, and, well, not so much.  I want to post pretty things, and I want the photos to be as I took them.</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Any ideas?   </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">One thing I was thinking of was moving to another site.  I’ve checked a few out, and I would have to change the blog name, though that isn’t the biggest deal.   What do you use, and are you happy with them?  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">And just a peek outside my windows right now … some photos below    </font></p> <p><font face="Andalus"><font size="5">Best, <br /><font color="#8080ff" face="Papyrus">Stephanie</font></font></font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-DhL0BXKRkck/Uu_sp9GkC6I/AAAAAAAAGHg/6_2j_zVFhP8/s1600-h/IMG_4737%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4737" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_4737" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5tkxiy1VozM/Uu_sqh4GiaI/AAAAAAAAGHo/5Wp25otWvp4/IMG_4737_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1026" height="696" /></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-UZqzfXJARjg/Uu_srOpN29I/AAAAAAAAGHw/T-WIX_Z0J5Y/s1600-h/IMG_4738%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4738" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_4738" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-z34Z-plvB1U/Uu_srxyFHiI/AAAAAAAAGH4/qJo8IKgj3Ps/IMG_4738_thumb%25255B10%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1033" height="703" /></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-3ff_YM8MnWI/Uu_ssST6cyI/AAAAAAAAGIA/Ji0uUi5UgHM/s1600-h/IMG_4740%25255B11%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4740" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_4740" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-p4DEw-stzho/Uu_ss5Z0G7I/AAAAAAAAGII/ocW9SOsWWLA/IMG_4740_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="496" height="730" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9zOJKdhd20Y/Uu_stUdfCsI/AAAAAAAAGIM/LABU1KqJSTA/s1600-h/IMG_4741%25255B13%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4741" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_4741" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-qaym0p8IJ6s/Uu_sthgYftI/AAAAAAAAGIY/AEEjrhpns4A/IMG_4741_thumb%25255B11%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="504" height="738" /></a></font></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-30977276119973953372014-01-27T10:06:00.001-05:002014-01-28T10:18:55.535-05:00triple threat…<p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Y6T68NJzSyQ/UufKXJ44B2I/AAAAAAAAGHI/joXY5f7Qmsc/s1600-h/IMG_4723%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4723" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; display: inline; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4723" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-J1pSu21IEC0/UufKXuROVJI/AAAAAAAAGHQ/3EauNiIZRwE/IMG_4723_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="688" height="1009" /></a> </p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">For the most part, I’ve been a good girl and switched to sulfate free shampoos, even though I miss my old favorite, and that rich, yummy lather.  But once in a while, I treat myself to this oldie but goodie.   What makes it a triple threat?  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">One – it smells delicious when you wash your hair – exactly like the Bulgari Green Tea perfume. </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Two – the scent stays in your hair.  Not enough to overpower your perfume, but just enough for a subtle pick me up when your hair moves.</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Three – when you wet your hair to wash it again (or go for a swim, etc.), you smell it all over again.  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">It isn’t inexpensive, but it is a nice once in a while treat.   I can pretty much guarantee that people close to you will be asking, “Mmmm … what smells so good?”  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Try it, you’ll like it.  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best,</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Stephanie</font></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2614047448400892881.post-1570397396617991762014-01-23T10:16:00.001-05:002014-01-23T10:17:51.059-05:00no snow!<p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-K8Wz7zTZAsY/UuEyMfxCtQI/AAAAAAAAGFU/wdCa65YRYDA/s1600-h/IMG_4715w%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4715w" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_4715w" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWCPHBybibqgs2loefI6TwkmjL2guXElALTg87FNdKAlnFr7uc72-sI-rmf6j8qJ2BSgJcfJrs4W1F_Sp-IAehu8HcpIyrglFUaaq1ycRGKiYbFZO1WZNS65_8XFPpxZZRlAblWx4bHLav/?imgmax=800" width="1063" height="724" /></a>  </p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">If you’ve seen the news, you’ve seen the snow.  We got over ten inches of the stuff here.  And it’s freezing!  We’re about 10 below zero with the wind chill factor.  It is colder here (and in Florida!) than it is in Anchorage, Alaska.  That seems insane to me.  So there will <em>not</em>  be any photos of snow here.   Just some floral sunshine for me!   (and I promise, once the weather warms up and the renovations are done, I will post something other than flowers!)  </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Hope you’re all making it through this cold, wintery weather!  Stay warm, my friends!   </font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Best,</font></p> <p><font size="5" face="Andalus">Stephanie  </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zP0D6v0HvNA/UuEyNS6eilI/AAAAAAAAGFk/3dO_EI1NqBI/s1600-h/IMG_4717w%25255B11%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4717w" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline" border="0" alt="IMG_4717w" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-hl2iRYhRSvs/UuEyNzZqOTI/AAAAAAAAGFs/JBxuODm3t-8/IMG_4717w_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="1090" height="746" /></a></p> Stephaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08026642983521186196noreply@blogger.com8