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My 100-Word Love Story: On meeting my soul mate in elementary school

My husband teased me in elementary school. He wrote me love notes in middle school. And he was one of my best friends in high school. After we graduated, he was my confidant and my rock; he called me...

12 h ago 1 person likes this

My 100-Word Love Story: On being able to laugh at yourself

In college, I got involved in a week-long charity event. I fancied the leader of the group so much that I did something I had never done before: Sing in public! But not just any singing -- karaoke si...

12 h ago

Have a romantic weekend

Happy Friday, friends! Is it just me, or has it been one busy week? Do you have any fun plans for the weekend? Any romantic plans for Valentines Day? Ive got a pretty low-key weekend ahead of me, but...

2 days ago

Fashion Friday: A funny lipstick how-to

Apparently, theres a lipstick shade for every occasion -- even for that trip to the grocery store. Who knew? :)[Via The Beauty File]

2 days ago

Love Lounge: What would you include in your relationship agreement?

Confession: Im not very good at spontaneity, though youve probably already figured that out by now. Frankly, flying by the seat of my pants, especially when it comes to falling in love, terrifies me....

3 days ago

Dream Home: World map wallpaper

How genius is this worldly wallpaper? It would make you feel like youre an international globetrotter every time you brushed your teeth! Plus, you could fantasize about all the places youd like to se...

3 days ago

Wanted: 100-word love stories

As part of our Valentines Day celebration, I want to feature your stories, friends. Your loves. Your heartbreaks. Your first crushes. Your most embarrassing moments. I want to hear it all...stories a...

3 days ago

Nautical Clutch Giveaway!

Yesterday, we met McKay, and today, she brings us an awesome giveaway from Oatmeal Lace Design, her Etsy shop named after her grandmothers delicious cookies (how sweet is that?). Her clutches are sim...

4 days ago

My 100-Word Love Story: On finding my first love

Im so excited to share the first story in our special Valentines Day series, friends! For the rest of the week and next week, look for a new ode to love every day! xoxo When I first met Joshua throug...

4 days ago

Valentines Day Gift Guide: 11 Gifts For Him

A comfy T-shirt for those weekend hikes and bike rides in the woods., $30.Set of blue ceramic mugs for his required morning jolt of java, $15.Homemade milk, white and dark chocolate truffles for a ro...

4 days ago

How I Feel (In 5 Photos) Wednesday.

"What doesnt kill you makes you stronger..." --Kelly Clarkson[Photos via My Summer Twist]

4 days ago

Valentines Day Gift Guide: 11 Gifts For Her

A letter in a bottle, so that you can always keep in touch, no matter how busy your lives get, $16. (Note: You could also pen a sweet note to your crush!).A personalized sterling silver fortune cooki...

5 days ago

Question of the Week: Question #13

Well, friends, I came up with this weeks question myself after I looked into the mailbag and discovered it was empty! Id love to hear from you, so feel free to email me (mellow1422 [at] aol)!Do you r...

5 days ago

MEMO TO MEN: Playing the game of love

MEMORANDUMTO: Men all over the planetFROM: MelissaRE: The big game DATE: February 6, 2012So, boys, as I understand it, there was a pretty important sporting event yesterday. Frankly, Im not too surpr...

6 days ago

Sponsor Spotlight: Oatmeal Lace Design

Today, friends, we chat with McKay, the creative mind behind Oatmeal Lace Design. She loves chronicling the journey of her creations, so read on for the story behind her stores name and what inspires...

6 days ago

Man Candy Monday.

Good morning, friends! Welcome to Valentines Day week -- or should I say weeks, since I thought it would be fun to enjoy two weeks of all things love, merriment and conversation hearts. First up: A m...

6 days ago

Have a wonderful weekend

Happy Friday, friends! How was your week? Any fun plans for the weekend...will you be watching the Superbowl? Im not a football fan (I didnt even know who was playing until a few days ago...), but I ...

05 feb 12

Hammered-Sterling Necklace Giveaway!

Todays giveaway is from one of my favorite creative ladies! Sima runs the beautiful Etsy shop Simag Jewelry, where she helps you add a personal touch to everything from necklaces to rings with a love...

05 feb 12

Fashion Friday: Heart-shaped elbow patches

Valentines Day week is coming up, friends, but in the meantime, heres a little preview to tide you over: Now you can literally wear your heart on your sleeve (cmon, you knew I couldnt pass up that jo...

03 feb 12

Two Beatles posters

The Fab Four, minimalist style! Can you tell whos who by just their eyes? Thank you for 10 great years of great music, John, Paul, George and Ringo!Whos your favorite of the mop-topped foursome? Do y...

03 feb 12

Love Lounge: What does love mean to you?

Love. Its probably the most powerful four-letter word in the English language -- well, aside from some other choice words, which I wont go into since Im such a prude, remember? But love...its talked ...

02 feb 12

Pop culture pencil sets

For every kid who grew up in the 90s and dreamed of being a TV teen couple... :)P.S. The most important question: Are you Team Dawson or Team Pacey...?P.P.S A new Love Lounge is coming your way short...

02 feb 12

Floral wedding dress

Ive always leaned toward more traditional wedding dresses, but how perfect would this floral dress be for a spring bride? Cant you imagine getting married in a garden full of blooming flowers?Whats y...

02 feb 12

Roald Dahl postage stamps

Roald Dahl was all the rage when I was in elementary school, so you can imagine my happiness when I came across these awesome special-edition stamps by illustrator Quentin Blake. Dont they make you w...

01 feb 12

How I Feel (In 5 Photos) Wednesday.

"Take me for what I am...who I was meant to be. And if you give a damn...take me baby or leave me."[Photos via My Summer Twist]

01 feb 12

Question of the Week: Question #12

Have a question? Id love to hear it, so feel free to email me (mellow1422 [at] aol), friends! Todays question comes to us from Tiffany, who asks...Where do you see yourself in 20 years?Ive always lov...

31 jan 12

Found: The perfect cure for Monday morning blues

Wouldnt these pennants be perfect for curing your Monday morning blues? You could hang them in your office and wave them every morning before you sat down to work. A little encouragement to start off...

31 jan 12

Paris versus New York

Parisian graphic designer Vahram Muratyans online series comparing his two favorite cities, Paris and New York, has long made the blog rounds. Well today, he releases Paris versus New York: A Tally o...

31 jan 12 1 person likes this

Letters To My Future Husband: Letter #149.

Dear Mr. Melissa Blake:I was looking at the calendar a few days ago and realized something: Its almost February 2012. I had to just stop for a moment as I felt a little lump form in my throat. I trie...

30 jan 12

Sponsor Spotlight: Sweet Musings Paperie

Today, Ive got an awesome interview with you, friends. Michelle of Sweet Musings Paperie, one of So About What I Saids newest sponsors, gives us the story behind her creativity and what likes best ab...

30 jan 12

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