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{Adore: Hedgehog measuring cups, courtesy of my husband for Valentine’s Day} Happy Friday, dears! I’d like to thank each and every one of your for reading pearls on a string. Lately there’s been...

Feb 15, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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chocolate raspberry mousse

I can’t think of anything that is more Valentine’s Day than chocolate and raspberries together. In high school I would anxiously await the seasonal arrival of the white chocolate raspberry ice...

Feb 13, 2013 Like

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simple DIY valentine’s day cards

I love Pinterest as much as any gal these days but sometimes I get a little overwhelmed. Many of the projects seem like they require a Major in Art to complete, not to mention the large amount of...

Feb 12, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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marriage monday: valentine’s day

{via} The first Valentine’s Day gift my husband ever gave me was a pink turtle magnet that has “Hawaii” written on it (he was on a trip there on Valentine’s Day). Many years later, it’s still on...

Feb 11, 2013 Like

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weekend whats

{A classic strawberry milkshake} Thank goodness it’s Friday! Baltimore was bananas this week in the post-Super Bowl hysteria of their victory. Parades closed down the city streets, everyone rocked...

Feb 8, 2013 Like

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Like most gals, my hair style has run the gamut in my life from poorly dyed blonde in high school (it looked orange), to a bowl cut in elementary school (true story), to chin length bobs, long hair...

Feb 6, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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french bistro lunch at home

I was seriously spoiled by going to Cafe Bonaparte twice within a few weeks of each other. Both times the meal left me craving more of the same, although a weekly jaunt into Georgetown is not quite...

Feb 5, 2013 Like

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marriage monday: housework

{via} What happens when a Type A neat freak marries a slightly chaotic tornado? First starters, arguments. It’s difficult when two people’s perceptions of what constitutes a clean room is...

Feb 4, 2013 Like

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weekend whats

Happy Friday, loves! If you live in Baltimore, the excitement for the Super Bowl this weekend is not only in the air, it’s in your face. My workplace goes pretty bananas for a regular season game...

Feb 1, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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one night in philadelphia

My two favorite things about the east coast are the beautiful, historic buildings that are nearly everywhere and how close the states are together. Last fall Nathan and I took a quick weekend trip...

Jan 31, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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best of tinted moisturizers

What’s a girl to do when a consistent, loving ten-year relationship is suddenly ripped out from under her? When Estée Lauder discontinued my beloved tinted moisturizer not too long ago, I felt...

Jan 30, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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red velvet whoopie pies

I was planning on waiting until closer to Valentine’s Day to share this recipe, but, I just couldn’t help it. These turned out too delicious to wait (perhaps they’d make a tasty addition to a Super...

Jan 29, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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marriage monday: making the most out of each phase in life

I was often told certain stages in life are a “pass through”. Have you ever heard that saying? To me, it means that certain phases are quick, meaningless, and irrelevant (although I realize the...

Jan 28, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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weekend whats

I hope everyone had a lovely week. I got last week’s wish and woke up to snow yesterday with more predicted today, however it’s certainly not enough to close anything down and really snuggle up for...

Jan 25, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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enchiladas that aren’t really enchiladas

When I was trying to figure out what to call these faux enchiladas, I naturally asked my friend Bree because she is somewhat of an expert on Mexican food (being an heir to a tortilla empire and...

Jan 24, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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rugged errands

Lately I’ve been rocking a variation of the same outfit for running errands: my ripped boyfriend jeans, cozy booties, and a roomy sweater. It’s easy and oh-so-comfortable. For lunch with the gals I...

Jan 23, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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lemon bars in mason jars

You may be getting tired of my obsession with mini desserts. They’re everywhere, I know, but I can’t help it. I mean, they’re adorable and the individual servings are perfect to satiate a sweet...

Jan 22, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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marriage monday: weekend rituals

One of my favorite activities has always been going on a long walk to get coffee on weekend mornings. I’m thankful to live in a town that is super walkable and has mild weather perfect for winter...

Jan 21, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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weekend whats

{What I wish it looked like outside in Annapolis right now} Thank goodness it’s Friday! I’m so sorry for my absence yesterday. Did you miss me? I had a rough day on Wednesday and couldn’t bring...

Jan 18, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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{gray + gold} backyard oregon wedding

I have been so excited for today’s post that I can barely handle it. I am pretty much not breathing at this very moment. As you may know, I love weddings. I’ve talked about wedding etiquette,...

Jan 16, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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cranberry-pear mini pies with pecan crust

I love a good pumpkin pie. A lot. But it just reminds me too much of fall, so come winter I am jonesing for something a little more wintery. Because it’s silly (and asking for trouble) to bake an...

Jan 15, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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marriage monday: how to maintain lifelong marriages with your friends

The most worthwhile things in life require effort, dedication, and a thoughtful approach. Just like a marriage or any feat worthwhile, maintaining lifelong friendships is no exception to this rule...

Jan 14, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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weekend whats

Happy Friday, loves! This has been a busy week for little pearls on a string. She’s had quite the makeover and is growing by the day. In addition to that, I am so excited to announce that pearls on...

Jan 11, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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cozy workwear

So, I am pretty sure I am the only person in the history of the world to gain weight with mono. Do you remember Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion (I mean, how could anyone forget) and Romy...

Jan 10, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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jewelry box organization

When everyone reorganizes their closets and their life in January, it’s easy to overlook a crucial wardrobe component: jewelry. Every year after Christmas and my birthday I like to revamp my...

Jan 9, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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kolache dough

I really struggled whether or not to post about kolache (a Czechoslovakian dough). On one hand I wanted to share an amazing recipe yet on the other hand I wanted to preserve the secret recipe...

Jan 8, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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marriage monday: how do you know the one is the one?

When I was engaged to my husband, I had cold feet. Like really cold feet. It was hard to talk to anyone about it because everyone just says “Oh you just have cold feet. Don’t worry.” Helpful. My...

Jan 7, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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new year | new look

So, how do I look? I mean really. I am loving the makeover pearls on a string received courtesy of the amazing Emily at Designer Blogs. There are still a few little things to perfect on my part so...

Jan 6, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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weekend whats

{Bake: Nutella-stuffed sea salt chocolate chip cookies} Thank goodness it’s Friday. I mean really. It was a short week, yes, but I am ready for the weekend. What are your plans for the first...

Jan 4, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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weekend whats

chocolate raspberry mousse

simple DIY valentine’s day cards

marriage monday: valentine’s day

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french bistro lunch at home

marriage monday: housework

weekend whats

one night in philadelphia

best of tinted moisturizers

red velvet whoopie pies

marriage monday: making the most out of each phase in life

weekend whats

enchiladas that aren’t really enchiladas

rugged errands

lemon bars in mason jars

marriage monday: weekend rituals

weekend whats

{gray + gold} backyard oregon wedding

cranberry-pear mini pies with pecan crust

marriage monday: how to maintain lifelong *marriages* with your friends

weekend whats

cozy workwear

jewelry box organization

kolache dough

marriage monday: how do you know the one is *the one*?

new year | new look

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