May 29, 2013

a most superficial post in which I overanalyze.

This is a frivolous post. Because I don't have any time or brain cells to write anything substantial, mkay?

1. I needed some tablecloths and found this disposable Mara Mi brand table cloth at Target. I thought I scored BIG-time.


Until I opened it up. It makes me all angry fists when they put a big white section in the middle. I felt so jipped.

But I still like it enough to keep it for a party.

2. I just thought you should know that Michaels is now carrying brown kraft-style cards and envelopes in their bulk section. Use a 40% or 50% off coupon to get a pack of 40 for like $5.

Their cream and white packs include 50 for the same price, so the brown are a tad more pricey. But well worth it, in my opinion.

3. Ever since I went to the fair last year, I have been craving lemon slushies. The next best thing? Lemonaid popsicles. They taste like slushies to me. I bought these popsicle molds at Target the other day, out of desperation. I think they are rather ugly and the bright colors pain my eyes.


But the resulting popsicles taste great so I'm trying not to be too picky. If you are looking for a semi-healthy treat, and are tying to cut down on the sugar, these are the way to go. Each popsicle is just 1/2 cup lemonade. And if you buy the organic kind without high fructose corn syrup, then that is an added bonus. I'm too lazy to make my own homemade lemonade.


4. Just bought my boys some plain white v-neck tees. There is just something about a boy in a snug white tee with jeans...happy sigh. I mean it's the main reason I like coach Adam Levine on the Voice.

So my boys will wear them proudly, in honor of Adam's team getting decimated...may his 2 team members rest in peace.

So a few people have been texting/emailing me about who I'm rooting for on the Voice. This was my first season watching it and I have to say this show is TOTALLY STRESSING ME OUT. lol.

I didn't watch this week because I was too chicken to handle watching my favs get axed. I protested loudly when Midas Whale got the boot a few weeks back. They were my personal favorites. Here are my top 3...of who are left. I select the contestant based on their personality first and their talent second. If they are humble and down-to-earth, that goes a loooooong way for me.

#1. Michelle Chamuel--because she was a self-proclaimed nerd.
#2. The Swon brothers. Because they are charming and make me laugh. Especially when they groom each other like monkeys. And because Colton was accused of being a germophobe and double fisting the Purell. And because they said "We are from a praying state". I know people don't think they are that talented but they make me grin.
#3. Holly--I dunno. John likes her and thinks she has the most natural voice. She's very humble and said she doesn't look like the stereotypical barbie doll rock star.

So that's me...totally over-analyzing a silly tv show...fer crying out loud in a bucket:)

5. I have been totally into grapefruit lately. But I got a lil surprise the other day. I cut it open and it was full-on sour. I like my grapefruit a little sweet. Don't you?


6. This is not a new purchase per se, but I recently chopped Calvin's hippy locks. I'm still in shock and keep on staring at him. Like "who ARE you kid?"
He likes it so much, but this mama is still adjusting. She likes long hair.

7. I was working on a blankie and mid-project I threw up my hands in despair and decided it was time to add some new fabrics to my stash. It had been quite some time since my last purchases. Ok, it had only been a week or two. But that was at Joanns and doesn't count.

I ordered these two on etsy.


This blue arrow fabric is by Moda and is perfection. Good quality at a great price.


I needed some black and white triangles with a little tribal vibe. And this was pretty much the only fabric I could find...and it was from England. I emailed the girl and asked her when it would ship and she was like "I have to print it first". Ha.


So when I got the fabric, I laughed really hard because it was such a tiny piece! The size of a pillow!

The measurements read: Fabric piece approx 50 x 35 with the actual print being approx 42 x 30cm

That is what I get for not paying attention. Oh. But I do love it. Just not the greatest deal.

8. I wanted to send thank you cards for Twain's bday. I usually send a photo, affixed to card stock. But I was WAY to lazy this time. I found out that you can order individual cards from Walmart. com.
I only needed like 11 or 13, and I didn't want to buy in bulk, so this was perfect. I left that back blank and Twain signed his name with a "T". They cost around $.75 each and come with envelopes . It was sent to my home in a few days with very cheap shipping. I was very pleased. They came out great.

9. And finally. I ordered another interrogation light bulb...this time for my family room. When I told my older sister she audibly groaned. I cannot help it. I love them. Got it off Etsy.

It's harder than you think to find the perfect one. I'm picky and like the rope to be black...the canopy that fixes to my ceiling to be white and the metal finish to be distressed brass or bronze. Oi.

So that's it for today! xxoo. 

27 comments:

  1. Wow! Calvin looks soooo different. I love it though!

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  2. I was duped last month by Target's table cloth, too! Ha ha. :) I also felt the same way when my husband shaved my little boy's curly, long, hair off while I was running errands. It took me a few days to come around to it, lol. Your son looks adorable either way!!

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  3. I read down until you started talking about the voice, and then I had to stop because I haven't finished the season yet. :) so I will come back and read when I have finished. :D :D :D

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    1. oopsie. sorry. someone totally ruined it for me by posting on fb so i understand!!!

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  4. i'm glad you watch the voice cause i need someone to talk to about it...next week watch!

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    1. maybe i'll catch up this week's episode on hulu if i can handle the drama, lol!

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  5. man, i love those lightbulbs. my hubby hates them so we have none, but i think they are great!

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  6. I hear ya about the Voice, I was sad about Adam's team.....I'm rooting for Michelle too!! Her voice is superb.

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  7. Wanted to let you know that the Dollar Tree has super cute brown craft paper right now (plain, and even printed: gold stars, pink and brown polka dots, red balloons). You MUST go and take a gander! :)

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    1. oh man i was just there yesterday and didn't look! will have to check next time:)

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  8. I just can't believe how much smile whenever I come to your blog! You have just such a uniquely beautiful way about you Davi! Love how much you care for your boys/family and care about the little things in life!
    Your etsy and target experiences cracked me up- isn't that just so life? haha
    Was talking to a friend who wants to do the wood stumps as a center pieces so I sent her to your blog to see the do's and don'ts;)

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    1. aw, you always always make me smile too! xxoo!

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  9. Hey Davi! Help a sister out and post a link to your etsy lightbulb treasure. I read your specifications and said to myself, check, check and check.

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    1. sure thing!!!

      metal + rope : http://www.etsy.com/listing/127188107/vintage-minimalist-industrial-bare-bulb?ref=shop_home_active

      for ceiling canopy: http://www.etsy.com/listing/150968027/5-round-ceiling-canopy-with-hanger-kit?ref=shop_home_active

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  10. Your blog is wonderful. How do I follow your blog? I must be missing it, I can be blind to details...

    I'm going to visit Michael's as soon as possible, because I love craft paper envelopes. :) Thanks for the tip.

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    1. 1. welcome! and thanks for being so sweet! and I don't have a follow button--but i think you can follow by doing this:sign into blogger account. Under the 'reading list' and 'blogs i'm following' you should see an 'ADD' button. click on that and type in the url of the blog you would like updates on. and then click next.

      2. so sorry for inconvenience. i usually follow all my blogs on bloglovin!

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  11. so i love everything about your blog and this post. i do a little happy dance when your post are new ... and yes to white shirts and the voice!

    going to Micheals can be very dangerous for me ... ok going to target too.

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  12. you make me smile.
    and i want a hangy lightbulb thing.
    but have nowhere to put it.
    your kid is so dang stylish with he new cut! love.
    i want a boy just so i can dress him in crewcuts vnecks.
    annnnd, hi! i miss you!

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  13. Oh my good heck, your family is beautiful! I mean, I know 3 out of 4 are boys... but you all are just perrrrfect!
    White tee and jean? Makes me want a little boy!
    And have you ever added sugar to your grapefruit? My husband likes to add sugar and salt (I'm not sure what the salt does for it) but I've heard that's pretty common. It helps with sourness!

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  14. p.s. I meant 3 out of 5. The keyboard doesn't like me today.
    p.p.s. Do you have instagram?!

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    1. i am laughing so hard right now!!!!! and yes i do have instagram, under davirebecca. but my iPhone is older than the hills and takes the slowest blurry pic so it's very hard to do insta right now. but surely when i get a new phone i shall do better??!!

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  15. p.p.s. I reallllly meant 4 out of 5. See what I mean? I think it must hate me today.

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  16. I'm wrong every time. How do people get used to typing on the iPhone? I promise I know how many people are in your family. And I know that you are the only girl. And you are all still gorgeous. And I'm never using the numbers on this phone AGAIN!

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    1. oh man, you are a funny girl. would totally happen to me . love it. thanks for your kind words and popping by and leaving me something to laugh at!

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  17. Calvin looks soooo much like you with his new haircut! Such an adorable child. Your family is just, gaaahhhh, SO CUTE. I want that lightbulb too! Awesome blossom. Extra awesome. (do you watch The Office? if not, then ignore the reference ;)

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    1. HAAA. I'm OBSESSEED with the Office and watch reruns every night. I'm going backwards starting with the season finale and my husband thinks I'm crazy. But sometimes that's just how it works out with Hulu;)

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  18. kraft envelopes are my fave. i remember when i used them for my christmas cards a few years ago and they kept getting stuck in the printer and i almost croaked with every precious envelope that was demolished. so glad i can buy them here now... and with a coupon to boot! also. LOVING the new big boy haircut! so handsome! and all of a sudden he looks so much like Finn and John!!!

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