tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63061574408300847492024-02-07T05:47:29.542-05:00Inspired GoodsKristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-28518531836166932572016-03-01T14:17:00.001-05:002016-03-01T14:17:23.842-05:00Simply BE...Simply BE...well happy. Something I've taken for granted many times in life. How simple it is just to BE present, BE grateful, BE happy...many lessons in life have jolted me back into this state of BEing and many people have inspired me to BE there. <br />
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To call Kristina a best friend is an understatement for sure. Our lives are parallel in so many ways, starting from childhood cheerleaders 25 years ago to the strong military spouses/Moms we are today. There isn't anyone in my life who shares the same interests, lifestyle, and perspectives quite the way we do. It's a very unique connection that has stayed strong all these years despite all the twists and turns life has provided...true <i>Soulsistas.</i> We recently reconnected (Florida-Italy connection) over a phone conversation, catching up with all the goings on in our lives. Then we come back to our soul searching conversations...the kind that really make you feel inspired. Both of us are in the same place right now...on the verge of a move, verge of 40, and verge of a breakthrough! Kristina's free spirit and sense of adventure I admire and relish in...I'm hoping I can continue to inspire her as she does me! Our connection and friendship reminds me to BE happy! It's a choice everyday and no matter what life brings it's the choice I want to make.<br />
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Our quest to keep connected through this blog is in hopes to bring us to new discoveries with ourselves and inspire others to join the journey!! <i> Soulsistasforreal</i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04345208910137913675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-60427579101815287112016-02-23T18:10:00.000-05:002016-02-23T18:10:16.717-05:00Inspiration<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Why did I want to start a blog...............well <i>inspiration</i>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I mean I am inspired daily....... by the color of the sea (lucky me currently living right on the Mediterranean), the look in my daughter's eyes, many, many, bloggers, and mostly because of wonderful women in my life. Many of those wonderful women are family that I aspire to live up to. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">But when it was decided to continue with this blog it was because I was, once again, inspired by a person that I <i>consider</i> family. I am so fortunate to have MANY friends in my life that I consider to have crossed the friend border and into family status. Through this journey I hope to share experiences with some of these fabulous ladies, but there is one that stands out. One that has been a cheerleader, a sounding board, a <i>Soul Sista. </i>Tiffany and I met in high school and through the trials and tribulations of life managed to stay best friends, even though we have not lived in the same city for over 20 years! But at this stage in our lives we feel we can connect even more by sharing stories here and hopefully inspiring others.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We want to inspire others, be the best we can, and live life to the fullest. We relish in the success of those who are important to us and feel maybe others would also benefit in things we find to be fun, delicious, or inspiring, of course!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Will this just be a place for me and my friends/ family to hang out and chat, maybe, will it take us on a journey to become even closer <i>Soul Sistas? </i><u>I hope so!</u></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">xo, Kristina</span>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-55091815282348923732013-10-04T06:44:00.000-04:002013-10-04T10:36:27.638-04:00Inspired by Style Your Life BlogI truly want to use this blog and I hold myself back by stressing over content, and the point is JUST TO WRITE AND SHARE. So, I'm back. *smiling*<br />
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Being in Italy has catapulted my urge to live to the fullest. Part of that is taking the time to dress well. I can remember the days of going out in my pajamas and thinking that was completely acceptable! But yet at the same time totally coveting the outfit of the trendy girl nearby. <br />
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The reality is I was a bad dresser.......I'll admit it. Not that I didn't know what looked good, I just could not put it together myself. It. was. so. hard. But I am over it (sort of), it's a work in progress. <br />
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I do have to give credit where credit is due and that is to my Bestie Dawn AND to <a href="http://www.styleyourlifeblog.com/" target="_blank">styleyourlifeblog.com</a> authored by Jennifer Rosson. I LOVE this blog because Jennifer is very down to earth (like I know her LOL) and she is great at what she does. She post outfits from casual to cocktail. And she is not high end all the time. <i>Yeah</i> sure you may click on a link and find a pair of to die for heels out of your price range but she will also have great outfits with pieces from the Gap or Target. She keeps a simple and clean site that features whats most important THE CLOTHES. And I also love her weekend and travel boards with outfits that you can mix and match all the pieces with just a couple of pairs of shoes. These weekend/ travel boards prove there is no need to over pack and really makes planning less stressful. <br />
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Here is <a href="http://www.styleyourlifeblog.com/2013/09/about-me.html" target="_blank">Jennifer's about me page</a> and a page on <a href="http://www.styleyourlifeblog.com/2013/09/ask-stylist-what-makes-someone-stylish.html" target="_blank">Six secrets to Style</a>....the number one being <i>Confidence.</i></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">So I was at Home Goods with my friend Ro and spotted these blocks on clearance for $1.50, didn't need them, didn't know what to do with them, BUT had to buy them. They already had the word love on them but I felt I could do better.....</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">linking to <a href="http://itsacraftylife.blogspot.com/">itsacraftylife.blogspot.com</a></span>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-42489223922411392952011-07-01T23:54:00.000-04:002011-07-01T23:54:55.808-04:00Independence Day and Red, White, & Blue Treats<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I hope everyone has a wonderful, relaxing, firework filled</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> Fourth of July!!!</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Our Independence can only be celebrated because of the sacrifice provided by our Active duty, Retired, and Veteran service members. Here are a few links to the Military related Non-profit organizations that we are currently supporting. Hubby and I have been very busy with all of these organizations over the last year, please click on each logo to read more about them.</span><br />
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</span></div>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-31593665004181948922011-06-15T10:58:00.004-04:002011-06-15T23:14:41.365-04:00How time flies....<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Soooo I want to do this whole blog thing.....then I'd better get posting....but time just flies, and it's not like I haven't done anything to post about I just haven't mastered time management or the art of picture taking........<i>one day......</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">So here are a few things I have been up to with more detailed posts to follow, hopefully soon</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Remember the awful lamp situation that I photographed when I transformed my <a href="http://inspiredgoods.blogspot.com/2011/05/wood-meet-annie-sloan-chalk-paint.html">cork board</a>......</span><br />
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</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://littlemissmomma.blogspot.com/2010/12/pom-pom-bib-necklace-tutorial-lmm.html">Little Miss Momma</a> inspired me to make this......</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">While I spruced up the lamps I hit up this table that has been in the garage for about a year..........</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I also polished up some stemware I got at the Habitat store, no real purpose for these they are just <i>pretty! </i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">There are also three other pieces that I cannot wait to start....</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">one will require me to strip and re-stain for the first time.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">And finally, the ultimate </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://missmustardseed.blogspot.com/2011/04/secretary-before-after-and-lucketts.html">Miss Mustard Seed</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> inspiration piece.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I hope you all come back to see what I do with the rest of these pieces. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">xo, Kristina </span>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-36469040685769993552011-05-31T12:18:00.001-04:002011-05-31T13:19:44.048-04:00Memorial Day<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">It was AMAZING!</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Our Memorial Day started out at 7 am sharp with Turtle watching. Apparently our yard is a hatching ground. This is the third one in two weeks.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">We had a family breakfast at a local spot that is always wonderful.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Then we were off to a park for some kite flying.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">A little spice rub shopping at Williams & Sonoma. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Home for some cuddle time.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">And then back out to splash around in Chesapeake Bay.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">BUT the best part was at dinner. During our discussion of what Memorial Day meant our daughter just stood up, went over, and gave her Daddy the sweetest hug. It was just one of those pure moments in a six year olds life when she just "got it". Our family is a military family and we are very proud of that and so she felt he deserved a hug.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Many men and women sacrifice so we can enjoy many freedoms like this day of leisure, for this I am thankful.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Hope you all had a great Memorial Day!</span>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-10893814453291795832011-05-25T11:26:00.003-04:002011-05-27T23:46:54.195-04:00Wood, meet Annie Sloan Chalk Paint<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Here are a couple of updates to my side of our bedroom.....</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">First of all, I jumped quickly on the bandwagon for Annie Sloan chalk paint for two major reasons: no sanding or priming required! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I will get to pros and cons in a bit but here are a couple of </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">transformations using Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint in Old White....</span><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">No sanding required for this cork board. Paint, distress, wax, add nail head trim, buff, hang! I listened to Kate @ Centsationalgirl.com </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2010/12/upholstered-headboard-with-nailhead-trim-revisited/">here</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> on the nail head trim. Go ahead an order, it's Fantastic. Even with shipping, per yard it's cheaper than buying individual boxes of nails. Plus you save the headache of getting them straight. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Here is what I have to say about the chalk paint so far.......</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><u>Pros</u> </span><br />
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<ul><li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Goes on easily with virtually no drips, the paint really grabs on and stays put. </span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Dries insanely fast.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Comes off brushes very easily.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">You can paint over anything, even wax.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Distresses like a dream.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">One coat is usually enough especially if your going to distress.</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Low odor, you can work with it indoors!</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">If it gets too thick, just add water. If you want it thicker, just leave the top open.</span></li>
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<ul><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Price. I paid $122.51 for 3 quarts. $40.83 a piece includes the shipping. Still a lot but I got three colors I knew I could mix together if I want to. </span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Color selection.</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">You must seal it. (Not really an issue for me because waxing is soooo wonderful) </span></li>
</ul><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Now that you know I have three quarts (Old White, Paris Grey, & Provence) you can bet I will be using it as often as I can.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">~Kristina</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Linked to:</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">~Miss Mustard Seed's <a href="http://missmustardseed.blogspot.com/">Feature Furniture Friday</a></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">~<a href="http://www.houseofhepworths.com/">House of Hepworths</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"></span></div></div>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-1470938181903348532011-05-24T09:25:00.000-04:002011-05-24T09:25:45.647-04:00To Do List: Master Bedroom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">So here is my to do list for our Master, well at least my side. Since we are renting no painting of the walls will be happening. BUT I still want to sleep in an </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Inspired</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> room. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">First I need something over the bed</span>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK1lcPYlE4H2VKxYfzAw9VKM_oSfcqH9Yemuen_0UJNWhouPWVcWY1kdDRVZXb-FZC912V6rj5GPW0RT8XtUr38T0_AAwMYZva6ztIGOQRoRPzmQ9BVe3-RjKh4-pUSwIz3h7GHk8YwU5F/s1600/IMG_0030.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK1lcPYlE4H2VKxYfzAw9VKM_oSfcqH9Yemuen_0UJNWhouPWVcWY1kdDRVZXb-FZC912V6rj5GPW0RT8XtUr38T0_AAwMYZva6ztIGOQRoRPzmQ9BVe3-RjKh4-pUSwIz3h7GHk8YwU5F/s320/IMG_0030.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Probably going to use something laying around like the artwork on the floor here. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">And the chair will definitely meet some Annie Sloan Chalk paint.</span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">My desk that I LOVE! Needs something........</span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Here is an inspirational photo..... find this makeover </span><a href="http://myblessedlife.net/2010/04/design-on-a-dime-foyer-makeover.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">here</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> @ My Blessed Life</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1gIeChx7539HZFHCf64pOBSThelvQBRWucOZydQMj_WwTqbx0y3Vye2NF4Nlox42lhzEf-_m8meZuhI8SACzmIKeifGyEmaJP-5UgedfDj9S9HHs4xz9wd5iWzVdy5byT_5bs37r7KnbG/s1600/green+desk+inspiration+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1gIeChx7539HZFHCf64pOBSThelvQBRWucOZydQMj_WwTqbx0y3Vye2NF4Nlox42lhzEf-_m8meZuhI8SACzmIKeifGyEmaJP-5UgedfDj9S9HHs4xz9wd5iWzVdy5byT_5bs37r7KnbG/s320/green+desk+inspiration+2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">This sad, sad cork board and lamp is killing me!</span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Stay tuned for some after pics.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">~Kristina</span></div>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-27834075924719861072011-05-20T09:24:00.003-04:002011-05-31T22:56:54.451-04:00A Poem for your MotherboardI thought this was funny, cute, and insightful. Especially in this day and age that we are soooo connected to technology and maintain relationships via text, email, and Facebook, this post is very relevant. <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Every single evening</div><div style="text-align: center;">As I'm lying here in bed,</div><div style="text-align: center;">This tiny little Prayer </div><div style="text-align: center;">Keeps running through my head:</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">God Bless all my family</div><div style="text-align: center;">Wherever they may be,</div><div style="text-align: center;">Keep them warm and safe from harm<br />
For they're so close to me.<br />
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And God, there is one more thing<br />
I wish that you could do;<br />
Hope you don't mind me asking,<br />
<i>Please bless my computer, too.</i><br />
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Now I know that it's unusual<br />
To Bless a motherboard,<br />
But listen just a second<br />
While I explain it to you, Lord.<br />
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You see, that little metal box<br />
Holds more than odds and ends;<br />
Inside those small compartments<br />
Rest so many of my friends.<br />
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I know so much about them<br />
By the kindness that they give,<br />
And this little scrap of metal<br />
Takes me in to where they live.<br />
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By faith is how I know them<br />
Much the same as you.<br />
We share in what life brings us<br />
And from that our friendships grew.<br />
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Please take an extra minute<br />
From your duties up above,<br />
To bless those in my address book<br />
That's filled with so much love.<br />
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Wherever else this prayer may reach<br />
To each and every friend,<br />
Bless each e-mail inbox<br />
And each person who hits "send".<br />
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When you update your Heavenly list<br />
On your own Great CD-ROM<br />
Bless everyone who says this prayer<br />
Sent up to GOD.com<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">This <i>Inspired Good</i> was originally sent to me via email from my Hubby's Grandmother Virginia. I was only blessed to know her a few short years because she was taken from us unexpectedly due to cancer. BUT her memory is so vivid and this email/poem is something I have always wanted to share. She was such an amazing person, one of those people that you sat real close to so you can listen to everything they said. And I remember the day she got her first computer from her kids. She took to it so well and this poem is an example of how considerate she was. Virginia was a more traditional gal but knew us "modern" kids needed a good blessing every once in a while! Thanks V!</div><div style="text-align: left;">~Kristina<br />
this has been linked to....</div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><a border="0" href="http://itsacraftylife.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><img alt="Photobucket" border="0" src="http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m585/kimaar1/tenontuesday2copy.jpg" /></a>" />Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-28298916462011106792011-05-17T20:22:00.005-04:002011-05-18T12:13:52.838-04:00I love spray paint!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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It truly is the easiest of paint mediums. Transformations are quick, and as long as you are working in a ventilated area with proper ground cover for over spray, SUPER EASY!<br />
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I have been INSPIRED BY Kate of <a href="http://www.centsationalgirl.com/">Centsationalgirl</a> (over and over and over again). Reading several of her posts like <a href="http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2009/06/goodbye-brass-hello-class/">this one</a> and <a href="http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2010/10/spray-paint-faqs/">this one</a> gave me confidence to give spray paint a try. Here are a few of my <i>Inspired Goods.......</i><br />
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</i></div>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-36883237441885715882011-05-16T16:46:00.001-04:002011-05-20T11:00:06.061-04:00Stoney's Produce<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On of the things that make living in Virginia Beach great is Stoney's Produce. The fact that is is only about a mile from my house makes it even better. If you are in need of some locally grown veggies or beautiful flowers there selection is top notch. Please enjoy the pictures below and patronize them often!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">An old barn is the "store" for Stoney's</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">No need to lug anything around. Just set your basket down and fill little by little.</td></tr>
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</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I seriously want to buy everything in that coop!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">~Kristina</div>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-39042424031605970912011-05-13T22:22:00.005-04:002011-05-25T22:15:08.488-04:00Roll Top Desk Transformation<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This desk is for Chupi Lupi.....</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ok, so I have strange nicknames for my bambinos. This one is for my son. He LOVES it and that's all that matters....(pronounced Choop-y Loop-y, cause I know you were wondering!) </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">After taping and cutting around the adorable key hole and lock mechanism on the top drawer I went to work. I sure wish I had the key!!</span><br />
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<div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">I took photos outside because we really don't get much natural light in the house. I also decided to not spray the cubbies on the inside but may change my mind on that in the future. What's your opinion?? It wouldn't be too hard to do I still have most of one can of spray paint left!</span></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"></span><br />
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</span></span></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Hope you like it! I plan on linking this to a party or two if I can figure out how. HEY, I am new to this blogging biz and there is sooo much I don't know. Wish me luck....</span></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">~Kristina</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><img alt="image[7].png" src="webkit-fake-url://7EE7FEA3-0866-42A4-A113-7E1977BCC3B7/image%5B7%5D.png" /></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><a href="http://thriftydecorchick.blogspot.com/">ThriftyDecorChick</a></div></span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-21417763422929605512011-05-08T11:06:00.000-04:002011-05-08T11:06:20.506-04:00Happy Mother's Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyUDD7r90Na0xgeQyU9tCJcHb9a9u-u4pywjSjx9s5rw1JbP30oEb-bVHEwmUivqruQguyoc6xfxVfAqYavalt5cDrsZzR98mDGL4EJOlekbP4KM-8jjEYOSHM0elpKLcC2gZHVHFExiGk/s1600/flower.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyUDD7r90Na0xgeQyU9tCJcHb9a9u-u4pywjSjx9s5rw1JbP30oEb-bVHEwmUivqruQguyoc6xfxVfAqYavalt5cDrsZzR98mDGL4EJOlekbP4KM-8jjEYOSHM0elpKLcC2gZHVHFExiGk/s320/flower.jpg" width="212" /></a></div>Happy Mother's Day to MY MOM and to all the inspiring moms out there! I guess traditionally it is a day to be pampered and maybe even some breakfast in bed. BUT we are not traditional around these parts. I have to work today and that's OK because my little part time job makes a contribution to my household, and in turn allows me to stay home all week so I can be there for those Bambinos of ours. <br />
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</div><div>I am soooo thankful to be a MOM. If it wasn't for them, and the support I get from Hubby, then I would probably be in the 9-5 world still. And don't get me wrong, to all you moms out there who work full time <i>and</i> still have the time to be creative and awesome I commend you. But being home to take my daughter to and from school and listen to my son tell me his dream of us <i>both</i> owning a Batmobile one day is priceless. </div><div><br />
</div><div>Because of my time home I have ALSO been able to nurture something that was inside of me. This blog has since been created because I want to communicate freely about the happenings in the Halleran household, show my creative side, and speak of the things that are important to us. </div><div><br />
</div><div>Where am I going with this, well not exactly sure at this time, and I have been assured recently that that is OK. I just have to do the best I can!! (Thanks <a href="http://missmustardseed.blogspot.com/">MMS</a>!) </div><div><br />
</div><div>I most definitely will be featuring some home decor stuff here around the house, feature some Military issues we want to raise awareness for, and share some love with family and friends<i>, who I hope will share some love back. </i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHNMEOOavm_1KNitoduPXqx-we3OY4tvuDOqqgCSh65b9Ovd3UxyCsp0cFLmHRgOjJKtAwKdFWkV-WXmrPIvyxblDVxEog0WqLSY1652x3aToM47_A35YcTWgjuK2VJB-IT0CjuZpD6S8q/s1600/IMG_0054.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHNMEOOavm_1KNitoduPXqx-we3OY4tvuDOqqgCSh65b9Ovd3UxyCsp0cFLmHRgOjJKtAwKdFWkV-WXmrPIvyxblDVxEog0WqLSY1652x3aToM47_A35YcTWgjuK2VJB-IT0CjuZpD6S8q/s320/IMG_0054.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div>And maybe I didn't get breakfast in bed but I did get this from Hubby..... a well thought out gift THAT I WON'T RETURN. Ha! But seriously <a href="http://bellapink.typepad.com/bella_pink_postcards_from/my-book.html">Blogging for Bliss</a> looks like it is going to be soooo inspirational. And sorry for the poor quality pic but that is a <a href="http://www.moleskineus.com/moleskine-about.html">Moleskine</a> notebook!!! I feel so <i>avant-garde.</i></div><div><i><br />
</i></div><div>Thank you again Hubby for my presents and babies, I love you.</div><div><br />
</div><div>Happy Mother's Day to ME! </div><div><i><br />
</i></div>Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306157440830084749.post-11669250943831424202011-05-06T17:04:00.002-04:002011-05-17T23:06:23.019-04:00Before and After<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJUQ9QM1J3MEd3FTqjb_UQA2GP2esDKpWSj7UkF7lza9jThU3nEXY1-KagfyYde-ASS5PKpDX4K36DvLsSZcyzjvbhd4P75vV16QqqnqYNOmAQtjtQXLgiH3DTg94XxSq0hzO1U8O2GGw/s1600/IMG_1147.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuJUQ9QM1J3MEd3FTqjb_UQA2GP2esDKpWSj7UkF7lza9jThU3nEXY1-KagfyYde-ASS5PKpDX4K36DvLsSZcyzjvbhd4P75vV16QqqnqYNOmAQtjtQXLgiH3DTg94XxSq0hzO1U8O2GGw/s320/IMG_1147.jpg" width="239" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU4NewCeAdeTMTF5d2_zRajMCKglH3E4ggP23BDCx5RuJfW_K36N2HviGNs95ASVFZy9-hLrqtfcrRuaFYRnKpTyBHZgifo4IbxlWlLxObYv8Y8yCEr0gOV-XhYq4zaHdlPj2CgF9bGO1S/s1600/IMG_2047.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU4NewCeAdeTMTF5d2_zRajMCKglH3E4ggP23BDCx5RuJfW_K36N2HviGNs95ASVFZy9-hLrqtfcrRuaFYRnKpTyBHZgifo4IbxlWlLxObYv8Y8yCEr0gOV-XhYq4zaHdlPj2CgF9bGO1S/s320/IMG_2047.jpg" width="154" /></a></div>This adorable side table scored on Craigslist was handmade by someone in the fifties.....how do I know, well it is signed <i>and </i>dated on the bottom. Sweet. I painted it with Annie Sloan's chalk paint in Provence, then waxed. LOVE IT!Kristinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06705406821310795150noreply@blogger.com3