Friday, March 23, 2012

spring fever


Wow, I haven't posted on here in a long time, sorry! Matt has been on spring break and I guess I've just been savoring the time with him. We get home from work in the evenings and neither of us use the computer for the rest of the night! Well that might be an exaggeration, but its been lovely to spend time together without the glow of the screen on his face. I can't wait for life post-grad!!







In the mean time, we've been getting spring fever around here - windows open, dinners on the porch, walks downtown and growing plants! We are really excited about this whole plant endeavor, it was Matt's idea actually. He is on a big kick right now about how plants are so good for purifying the air we breathe. Sounds good to me, so now we're growing basil, rosemary, aloe and an umbrella plant. Having just this little bit of green life in our house is so exciting! Especially the basil, watching those babies grow from seed up is just too exciting. We just might have sung a song and did a little dance when they sprouted. A little excessive? Sure, but these little herblets are going to be so well taken care of and delicious! 





What do you plant for spring? Or maybe you have a yard with a real garden? Check out this urban garden, those ideas are so genius! Can't wait for a time when we have the space and resources for something like that. The upside down are my favorite! Happy planting!


Wednesday, March 14, 2012

chocolate cake

For Matt's birthday, we had a lot going on, so we decided to wait one night and celebrate then. Well, it was well worth the wait, this cake turned out so delicious!



I've been wanting to try several mini cakes to make a layer cake, so I found this strange little 5" pan and went to work. I did 3 layers, mostly because with only 5" across, it starts to get pretty wobbly. I made extra frosting so it would look pretty even on the inside. We were both very pleased!










What's your favorite cake to bake? Do you always use the same recipe? For the cake I used the yellow layer cake recipe from Smitten Kitchen. To be honest, its a little eggy for me, sort of turns out with a bit of a cornbread texture, but anything covered in chocolate buttercream frosting I can choke down.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

spring fever


It feels a lot like spring! I am so thankful for these last couple of bright evenings we've had! I can't wait to start grilling out and soaking up the sun even after work! Here are a few things that are cute and would be great to ring in spring with!


I've had my eye on these shoes for a while now. 
This is the perfect beach body swim suit. 
Just the right mix of blues and greens.
Cute and practical. 
Classy glasses get me every time.
Love these, right amount of fancy and fun.
With this clutch I'd always be organized.


What do you guys have your eyes on for spring?

Photo is my own.

Friday, March 9, 2012

curry for your weekend


 Fun Fact:
 Today, 4 years ago, Matt proposed to me!


Wow, look how young (and beardless) we were! Seems silly to remember and celebrate this day, but it was so special and I remember it like it was yesterday. The beginning of a very fun life together. So glad I said yes, couldn't ask for a better guy! :)

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And, Happy Friday!!! We are going to be celebrating Matt's birthday, running a 5k, playing kickball, baking cupcakes, kayaking basking in the sunshine and somewhere in all of that, napping. What are your fun plans? Hope you have a great weekend!

Here is my recipe to use this weekend, its so yummy!!






ps. how about these graphics?! No, I didn't learn photoshop over night. My husband has skillz.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

convenient cupcakes



Have you heard of these new cupcake ATM machines? Sprinkles, a cupcake shop started in California, created a 24hr vending machine for the best treat of all, cupcakes! The machine has a touch screen to choose your flavor, then a robotic arm goes inside to choose the single boxed cupcake of your choice. Amazing! 


As of now, there is only one location, in California, but there are rumors of other machines making their way to NYC this summer. 


How fun would it be to be able to satisfy your sweet tooth at any hour!? Perfect after a late movie, midnight snack or as a last minute gift! I am in love with this idea!

1st image my own, 2nd and 3rd via yahoo.com