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Somewhere in Middle America has a new URL — www.somewhereinmiddleamerica.com. Be sure to change the RSS feed in your reader if you’re a subscriber. See you over there! Posted in web surfing
On March 1st, Somewhere in Middle America will have a new URL — somewhereinmiddleamerica.com — so don’t forget to change your bookmarks! Until then I’m signing off to work on the blog’s new look...
I’m looking to grow my library of self-improvement books. Can anybody recommend books in the following categories? Photography: Books on composition and lighting, Photoshop for beginners and the...
This morning I woke up and wished my husband was in bed next to me. Not because it’s Valentine’s Day, but because I was feeling sick and wanted him to take me to the doctor. My throat was sore and...
Do you ever wear a robe? I’m in the market for a new bathrobe, something to wear while I do my hair and makeup after my shower/before I get dressed and at night over my pajamas. But I’m not sure...
If those were the before photos, these are the during/after photos of the snowstorm in Omaha today. Posted in daily happenings, mostly photos Tagged: snow
Briscoe sure does love snow. And that’s a good thing because we might get 6 inches of the white stuff. Posted in briscoe Tagged: snow
Another snow day in Omaha. This morning I received an automated call from the Omaha Public School district letting me know that school was canceled today. A) I don’t have any children. B) When the...
If plans don’t change, J is scheduled to return home from his deployment in just under a week. I’ve been thinking about what I can do to celebrate his homecoming. Last time we were living in an...
Beginning on February 15, Somewhere in Middle America will be offline for a couple of weeks getting a facelift. When we return on March 1, we’ll have a new URL (SomewhereinMiddleAmerica.com) and a...
This evening I’m hosting my first ever Craft Night. I’ve invited my most crafty friends to bring whatever projects they’re working on — be it knitting, crocheting, sewing, quilting, beading, etc —...
On March 1, Somewhere in Middle America will have a fresh new look with some special features and will begin accepting advertising. Rates start at a very reasonable $15/month for a 125 x 125 ad....
When I worked in publishing, many of the books I acquired were first editions and/or signed by the author. After reading them I immediately placed them in my bookcase to avoid any additional damage...
I found another photograph that would look fantastic in my office thanks to the art savvy Holly Becker of Decor8. This print, called Solitude, is by the very talented Yvette Inufio of Miami. Posted...
Inspired by a recent Craftstylish post on dog toys made out of sweaters, Lynn and I decided to get crafty on Sunday. She brought over her sewing machine; I borrowed one from another friend. We hit...
I love this laser-cut steel basket by Megan Auman, but I wish it didn’t have to cost $180. So pricey for a magazine/book holder! Posted in design+decorating
Saw this here, and thought I’d play along… 1. Started your own blog 2. Slept under the stars 3. Played in a band 4. Visited Hawaii 5. Watched a meteor shower 6. Given more than you can afford to...
A big thanks to the very sweet Alice Kim from Trocadero for having chai lattes with me this morning. It was lovely to finally meet you! (image source) Posted in deep thoughts
This scanned image from O at Home magazine’s Winter 2008 issue is my inspiration for decorating my home office, which I painted in Benjamin Moore’s Dill Pickle. I love the combination of the lime,...
(via smosch.com) Posted in briscoe, mostly photos
Check out some of my new favorite blogs just added to the blogroll! I *Heart* You Little Brown Pen PostcardsfromOMAHA olio katy elliott Miss Jane dozi Posted in web surfing
We’re one week away from Valentine’s Day. Have you made plans with your loved ones yet? If so, what will you be doing to celebrate? Unfortunately, some of our significant others won’t be home on...
My Amor Verdadero (True Love) may be returning home from his deployment in as little as two weeks! Perhaps when he gets back, he’ll buy me one of these lovely little 14k gold-fill discs from Anne...
PetSmart was having a 50% off sale on dog apparel, so I picked up a sweater and a jacket for the little man the other day. Don’t want him to be cold now that he’s without half of his fur coat!...
Craftstylish recently featured some fantastic crafts you can make for your pup, including the sweater shown above and the toys below. Braided fleece rope toy Sweater bone toy Recycled dog sweater A...
Thanks to Modish, I discovered this morning a new photographer on Etsy, Courage My Love. I love the muted colors and the somber mood of Madelyn’s photos. I’m debating which of these two photographs...
I want: A Flip video camera to record Briscoe’s funny moments (via Amazon) An iPod touch to watch movies and TV shows on airplanes (via Apple) An iPod shuffle to take to the gym (via Apple) A...
As I prepare to make some changes to my blog, I’d like to get your thoughts on the types of posts you enjoy the most. Won’t you please take 25 seconds to click here and participate in my poll?...
As I put the finishing touches on my home office, I’m constantly looking for inspiration from photos of other people’s offices. This one, belonging to Kim from Desire to Inspire, is right up there...
Briscoe had his second grooming appointment yesterday, this time with Lori at Pet Grooming by Audrey in Omaha. I was so pleased with the results! See for yourself: Of course I immediately sent...
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