vickiwhat asked: i live arkansas and we rarely get snow. however, i will probably be moving up to the cold and snowy north next year for college. i do not have appropriate footwear for the winter. i'm not much of an ugg-wearer, so what are some other cute and affordable boots that will keep me warm and dry? are rainboots my only option?
It’s a good thing you don’t like Uggs—because they would have done you absolutely no good in this crazy snow storm we just had! You need some boots that are waterproof, comfortable and stylish.
Here’s what I’ve been wearing: horseback riding boots. My mom’s old pair, to be exact.
Here’s a similar pair for (and you’ll die at this price) $36.
They are tall (up to your knee), warm and best of all—made of rubber so you can simply wipe of all the salt and grime and they are as good as new. So much more stylish and elegant than rain boots—and they are certainly a lot more affordable too!
What's the Most Romantic...
via mikhailovna:
City: Brandon and I have both traveled to Europe, but not together! Boo! But, if I could take him anywhere with me, it would be Hydra—an island off the Greek coast. Very romantic indeed!
Country: France. Everything about the country is romantic: the food, the language, the arts, the cities—even the clothing is romantic.
Song: LOVE by Nat King Cole.
Movie: I’m going to steal Tanya’s answer and say You’ve Got Mail also. It’s such a classic. Another favorite is While You Were Sleeping.
Room in the house: Bedroom!
Time of day: Sunset.
Writer: I really dislike authors who actively strive to be “romantic” writers (i.e. Nicholas Sparks). It comes off so contrived and unrealistic. I guess if I had to choose a writer who uses romantic themes—it would be Jane Austen.
Scent: Whenever I smell Moschino’s “I Love Love” fragrance, it reminds me of when Brandon and I first met.
Sentence in English: I’d rather view romance through action than words. Anyone can say “I love you.” I want to see it and feel it.
Gift you’ve given: His wedding band.
Gift you’ve received: My engagement ring and wedding band.
What about you?
I’m running out of food! My dogs don’t have anywhere to do their business! Brandon’s car is still stuck! Metro isn’t running! I’m going stir crazy!
*pulls hair out*
Cue the padded cell.
(From Short Form Blog)
There is so much awkward going on here.
Want something pretty for Valentine’s Day but you don’t want to spend a lot of money? (Because, let’s face it, these things aren’t meant to stay on very long anyway.)
Here are a few options I found for under $30—and none are cheesy red satin! Win.
Wondering what to wear when all this snow melts? I love this! So casual and comfy but still stylish.
Usually Katy Perry is dressed in really retro/costume-y things, but this is approaching normalcy! I love the animal print scarf, though—it keeps the outfit from just another boring black work-appropriate look.
The problem I’ve found with leather jackets is appropriate and chic ways to wear them. They can look too costume-y sometimes and it’s hard to find outfits that incorporate them casually. Here’s one outfit that manages to do it!
jeralyndwile:
Scrambled Eggs in Potato Nests
We’ll start breakfast week off with something absolutely delicious! And super easy to make! Can you think of the two best breakfast ingredients? Eggs and potatoes. Hands-down. Well, now you can mix the two.
ingredients
- 1 20-oz. pkg. refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 Tbsp. snipped fresh chives
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 12 eggs
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
- 1-1/2 cups shredded American cheese (6 ounces)
- Fresh chives (optional)
directions
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a large baking sheet; set aside. In a large bowl, stir together potatoes, the 2 beaten eggs, chives, and the 1/2 teaspoon salt. Shape mixture into 12 mounds (about 1/3 cup each) on prepared baking sheet. Press the back of a tablespoon into each mound, making a nest. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned and set.
2. Meanwhile, beat together the 12 eggs, milk, the 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper with a rotary beater. In a 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat; pour in egg mixture. Cook over medium heat without stirring until mixture begins to set on the bottom and around edge.
3. With a spatula, lift and fold the partially cooked egg mxiture so that the uncooked portion flows underneath. Continue cooking over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until egg mixture is cooked through but is still glossy and moist. Remove from heat.
4. Spoon about 1/3 cup of egg mixture into each potato nest. Sprinkle cheese over eggs. Return to oven; bake about 2 minutes or until cheese melts. If desired, garnish with chives. Makes: 12 servings
My sister was reading my mind!! Eggs and potato recipes are my favorites. Always a delicious combination!
