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dealing with deer, part 1: the basics

If you garden with deer (and you know who you are), then you know that this is a two-part post – at least. Without a doubt, dealing with deer is the #1 (and maybe even #2, #3 and #4) most...

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like father, like son (sponsored post)

Disclosure: Compensation and product for this post were provided by Quaker, via AOL Media. All opinions expressed here – as always – are completely my own, and are not indicative of the opinions or...

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favor-”ette”: caravan shoppe

Oh, do I love Caravan Shoppe. Let’s start with their mission: “Everybody deserves beauty when they want it and at a price they can afford.” Caravan Shoppe offers charming – I’m talking super...

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blove: lovely things

Whenever commenters on my blog list links to their blogs, I try – as often as I can – to take a look. While I respond to each and every comment I receive, I also want to give a fellow blogger the...

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city mouse, country mouse

So much good stuff to share, I couldn’t wait till Monday! I’ve been thrilled to discover that children’s clothing is so much more stylish now than when I was shopping for Chelsea and Conor back in...

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favor-”ette”: giftbar

I know, I know – two in one week? But this was too good to keep till next Wednesday, especially with Mother’s Day around the corner! While I like the concept of gift cards just fine (and gift them...

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family. in 140 characters or less.

So my pals at Limetree (who I last wrote about here) invited me to participate in a friendly little contest – it’s a “micropost”, and the theme is “family”. What’s a micropost? It’s a post no...

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favor-”ette”: an empty mustard jar

Well, almost empty. I actually thought I had shared this with you already – oops! This is a good one – and so easy. If you use jarred mustard, here’s a great tip for getting every last drop out of...

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i can’t/she can: talking with children about cancer

I know – heavy stuff for a Monday morning. When I decided to launch this new series last month, my goal was – and is – to not only introduce you to great bloggers, authors and “creatives”, but to...

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the high line: (early) spring

I was so excited about my next installment in my “Year on the High Line” series. I mean, after the winter we’ve had, who wouldn’t be thrilled to welcome spring by spending the day at one of the...

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let’s hang out!

I’ve got an invitation that you simply can’t refuse. The Brooklyn Flea. A fabulous cause. These cookies. And me! Yes, I will be “working” at the Flea this Saturday, doing a shift at the NYC Bake...

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favor-”ette”: lulibox

The internet was probably one of the biggest differences between my pregnancies with Chelsea and Conor, and my time with Noah. It was actually a mixed blessing. On the one hand, with just a few...

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d.i.y.: samoas

Oh yes I did. Samoas were tops on my “D.I.Y.” list – I freaking LOVE Samoas. I always associate this time of year with Girl Scout cookies, so it seemed fitting to make them now. Are you a Samoas...

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couple of things

Hi all! Before I share this month’s links I wanted to catch you up on what’s been happening around here lately! First – a short recap of my “wheat-free” month. If you recall, I decided to go...

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favor-”ette”: magnetic craft caddy

Got 10 minutes? Then you can make this adorable (and functional!) craft caddy. Now that Noah is (a little) more into arts and crafts I realized that he’ll be more likely to partake if all of his...

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“you never forget a beautiful thing that you have made”

This quote – by Chef Max Bugnard, Julia Child’s instructor at Le Cordon Bleu – was clearly referring to food. But for Lacy Stroessner of Living on Love, it serves as a reminder of her role as a...

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your spring gardening “checklist”

It’s hard to believe that spring is here – these persistent cool temps and gray skies would say otherwise. But my garden knows better – buds about to burst, perennials peeking through. The new...

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nyc-etc: i want candy

It’s NO secret that we love sweets around here. And between our many jaunts to Economy Candy and Sockerbit (not to mention the rotating array of fruit rolls, caramels and brittle that come out of...

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verily magazine – “just right”

Hey all! I’m so excited to be sharing one of my favorite new discoveries with you today – Verily Magazine! I’ve been a devoted reader of Verily since they launched last year. And while I will never...

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favor-”ette”: fun with instagram

You all KNOW how much I love my Instagram. And while I don’t delude myself into thinking I’m a professional photographer, I do enjoy playing with all of the filters and special effects. And did you...

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blove: brooklyn supper

Gosh I love doing this series. photo courtesy of Elizabeth Stark Brooklyn Supper is a must-read blog, penned by the talented and lovely Elizabeth Stark, along with her equally talented and lovely...

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shortcuts: wonton ravioli

Remember my “shortcuts” series? You know, the one where I was going to post recipes using pre-made ingredients – like puff pastry, or pre-rolled pie crusts? Me neither. That’s because I did exactly...

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favor-”ette”: lemony snippets

It’s no secret that fresh squeezed lemon juice beats the bottled variety any day. But the convenience of the bottle is tempting, and then there’s the matter of how much juice you need, versus how...

Apr 10, 2013 Like

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just the three of us

This was written last month from a hotel room in Chicago, where I spent two days with Chelsea and Conor to look at a prospective college. As I was packing for this trip I realized that it would be...

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101: roasted vegetables

The calendar says April but it’s still feeling rather wintery around here. And the selection at the market isn’t helping. I’m chomping at the bit to get my hands on some lovely spring produce, but...

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favor-”ette”: fabric paper glue

I’m as much a fan of this week’s favor-“ette” as I am of its creator! The last card holder I bought was way back in 2003, when I had my landscape design business cards printed. I got it at J. Crew...

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i can’t/she can: “blog with purpose”

I’m so excited to introduce this new series to you all! I really love collaborating with other bloggers – especially when they can share their expertise and offer something a little different from...

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couple of things

A good batch this month, I tell ya! I think it’s because spring is definitely in the air and everyone’s feeling a burst of energy after what’s felt like the world’s looooooongest winter! So let’s...

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put the lime in the coconut…

…and make macaroons of course! For those of us celebrating Passover, a can of these in the house is as ubiquitous as a box of matzoh or a jar of horseradish. I’m not much of a fan though – they’re...

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dealing with deer, part 1: the basics

like father, like son (sponsored post)

favor-”ette”: caravan shoppe

blove: lovely things

city mouse, country mouse

favor-”ette”: giftbar

family. in 140 characters or less.

favor-”ette”: an empty mustard jar

i can’t/she can: talking with children about cancer

the high line: (early) spring

let’s hang out!

favor-”ette”: lulibox

d.i.y.: samoas

couple of things

favor-”ette”: magnetic craft caddy

“you never forget a beautiful thing that you have made”

your spring gardening “checklist”

nyc-etc: i want candy

verily magazine – “just right”

favor-”ette”: fun with instagram

blove: brooklyn supper

shortcuts: wonton ravioli

favor-”ette”: lemony snippets

just the three of us

101: roasted vegetables

favor-”ette”: fabric paper glue

i can’t/she can: “blog with purpose”

couple of things

put the lime in the coconut…

favor-”ette”: ankle boots

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