I’m totally against the belief that “crying it out” is not a Christian value. So basically this article really annoyed me.

What is SOPA anyway? 

Do you get up at the first sound of your alarm? If mornings aren’t your best time, you might like reading this.

The marketer in me is fascinated by JC Penney’s new sales approach. Cheap towels all the time? I like, I like.

I dream of the day I can return to Iona, stay at this place, and let our kids run through the green grass until they collapse. (Note: I say “kids” (plural) because there is no immediate plan to visit.)

Why should (YOU) care about the Gingrich marriage? “Because I think it comes down to the simple question of character. I think character matters. It matters in your family, it matters in your business, it matters in everything you do each day of your life.”

It’s Meyer Lemon season. This means I hope my  neighbor brings me lemons again so I can try thisthisthis and this.

The migrant Chinese culture is fascinating to me. How will you celebrate Chinese New Year? We’re going to get takeout from the hole in the wall place down the street. Duh.

Anna has so many clothes and yet I still want to buy her this romper.

Etsy’s Valentine’s Day gift guide. CUUUUTTTTEEEEE. Jonathan- are you listening?

photo credit to chiot’s run

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Thursday Thoughts: Notice

by Lesley on January 26, 2012

in thursday thoughts

“Get a life in which you notice the smell of salt water pushing itself on a breeze over the dunes, a life in which you stop and watch how a red-tailed hawk circles over a pond and a stand of pines. Get a life in which you pay attention to the baby as she scowls with concentration when she tries to pick up a Cheerio with her thumb and first finger. Turn off your cell phone. Turn off your regular phone, for that matter. Keep still. Be present. Get a life in which you are not alone. Find people you love, and who love you. And remember that love is not leisure, it is work.” -Anna Quindlen, A Short Guide to a Happy Life

photo: m.i.l.k. photography

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Cuddle Escapism

by Lesley on January 24, 2012

in marriage

We watched The Bachelor last night. It was the third time we’ve watched this season which is a lot because both of us hate it in a very judgmental we don’t like reality tv sorta way.

The entire time the show is on, I say the same things over and over:

“I CANNOT believe we’re watching this.”

“Ew- seriously? She just said that? Ew! She’s so fake. We can’t watch this.”

“This is disgusting TV. Do these women really think this is love? They must have their heads screwed on the wrong way! (Can you pass me the gummy bears, love?)”

“What is wrong with Americans that they’re entertained by this nonsense?”

“We should NOT be watching this. Let’s turn it off.”

This is what Jonathan says:

“Her eyebrows are really weird.”

Usually when we watch TV at night, one of us has our laptop open. It’s a bad habit. (Do you or your husbands do this too?) It’s like we can’t even fully concentrate on television…we have to be bombarding ourselves with multiple forms of entertainment at the same time.

To give us some credit, and so that we don’t appear to be total idiots, we don’t actually watch that much TV. But, when we do, it’s not a cuddle fest the way it could and should be.

Last night though? We wrapped up in a blanket, held hands, touched each other’s hair, and watched The Bachelor in all its insanity.

I’ve decided a couple of things:

Kacie B is his girl.

and

Sometimes reality TV is just what the doctor ordered.

p.s. That couch above does not belong to me. It’s up there because if I tried to take a professional looking photo of my own couch, I’d fail. The above couch is from Pottery Barn. It’s pretty and comfy looking, right? And much better than me posting a yucky picture of BEN or whatever the heck his name is.

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Reading The Violet

by Lesley on January 23, 2012

in friends,writing

My friend Ashlee is the Managing Editor at The Violet Online, and this basically means that when I asked her if I could write an article for their upcoming winter issue, she said yes. It also means that I got to attend a mid-week brunch at her house a few Thursdays ago because she was shooting images for the issue. Translation: Lesley wins!

The issue debuts today and it’s lovely. I know you’ll enjoy the entire magazine–so many pretty photos, unique finds and crafty ideas– but at the very least I hope you’ll read my article on page 14. The prompt was friendship, and the piece I wrote is a reflection on my relationship with my childhood friend, Sarah.

Sarah, if you’re reading, I love you!

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Yes, these ballet slippers are speaking to my heart. I might even pre-order a pair and I NEVER DO THINGS LIKE THAT.

These badboys are now up and decorated in my house. It only took a year. I am so happy. Thanks Grandma Jeanne for the Christmas present!

I’m not usually a designer person but if the First Lady says so…

The countdown to my big 30 is ON! And I’m happy to say that I’ve accomplished a majority of things on this list.

One of those articles that’s good for every mom, soon-to-be-mom, and veteran mom to read. 

I love Pinterest, but this is too funny not to share.

Why we shouldn’t participate in the Kate baby bump watch. (When a woman gets pregnant is no one’s business but her, her partner, and the baby. Can I get an amen?!)

Should we expect work to be meaningful? 

Jessica Alba’s new venture- eco friendly baby products. Thinking about it…

Kevin told me that Brad Pitt always eats in movies. It’s true. He really does. I don’t know why, but this fascinates me.

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