tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32943227093834759292024-03-05T09:33:14.430-08:00Home Is Where The Hart IsHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.comBlogger111125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-89629943289724306002011-09-26T06:35:00.000-07:002011-09-26T06:40:35.263-07:00Hey Y'all & True BloodHey y'all! <br />
Sorry I've been so absent lately but I've been staying pretty busy with work and every day life matters. It's all left me little time to write and catch up on the inter webs. I barely have time to read a few blogs in the evening, much less write one. Lately, during the little bit of free time I have I've found myself <strong>obsessing</strong> over the HBO television show True Blood. Yes, I know. I'm really, really, <em>really late</em> to this party. <br />
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So here I am making my fashionably late entrance in the world of Sookie Stackhouse and the rest of the True Blood characters. So far I'm only part way through season three (I'm one of those crazy people that refuses to watch a show unless I start at the very beginning) and I'm loving every single episode. I just can't get enough. I don't know what I'm going to do when I finally catch up with the rest of y'all and have to actually wait until the next season begins. I guess I'll have to find a new series to start after I finish this one. (Speaking of, I've heard so many great things about Friday Night Lights. Perhaps it shall be next?)<br />
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My thoughts on True Blood. Sookie Stackhouse is adorable. Seriously. Adorable. Vampire Bill? Love him! And he's totally cute underneath those fangs and pale skin. (By the way, how cute is it that they're married in real life?) Eric is pretty cute too and I also see the appeal of him, but I'm still Team Bill right now. Hoyt and Jessica crack me up. Hoyt is the typical southern, momma's boy and Jessica is your average teenage drama queen. Lafayette is hysterical. Jason Stackhouse is also hysterical. I could go on and on about the rest of the cast...but instead I'll tell you my very own True Blood claim to fame. <br />
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If you currently watch the show then I'm sure you've heard Alcide. You know, the super hot construction worker/werewolf? Well, he was my 8th grade crush. That's right. When I was in 8th grade Joe Maganiello (Alcide) was in high school and I had <strong>the.biggest.crush.</strong> <strong>on him.</strong> I would walk down the high school hallways during the change of classes (the junior high and high school were connected) just so I could see him. In case you're wondering, he was every bit as good looking back then. :) And now, here he is all these years later starring on True Blood. (Note to self: dig up old photo of me and Joe Maganiello taken when he starred as Judd Frye in the high school version of <em>Oklahoma</em>.) Just when I thought I couldn't love this show anymore than I already did...<br />
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How have y'all been? Are any of you out there avid True Blood watchers? <br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-56942077674173668232011-08-25T07:11:00.000-07:002011-08-25T07:11:31.030-07:00Last WeekendLast weekend was packed full of fun events! The weekend kicked off with a shower for one of our favorite soon-to-be-wed couples, Nancy & Mike!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was such a fun party! Mr. D and I had a <strong>wonderful time</strong> hanging out with some of our favorite Lexington friends! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Saturday I attended the Picnic With the Pops event at Keeneland, featuring the Lexington Philharmonic and the Cuban music group, Tiempo Libre. Let me just tell you - it was wonderful! All the tables were decorated with such fun themes, dinner was delicious (I was in charge of dessert for my table so it was red velvet cupcakes), and the music was far and away the best part of the night! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAPuu5wa5Hs9fZQuRLtsy531HrNNsN1S9L5KHb8hSz7xDQwlRLvTslrhQo3_sV1Fxc39oyvu4jMiNE4sa_rLGjYNIb-nI_twVQHrTWCpbDEKZBiZRt5PP_GlWF7oB1FbEuyFU_gMlatac/s1600/summer+2377.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" qaa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAPuu5wa5Hs9fZQuRLtsy531HrNNsN1S9L5KHb8hSz7xDQwlRLvTslrhQo3_sV1Fxc39oyvu4jMiNE4sa_rLGjYNIb-nI_twVQHrTWCpbDEKZBiZRt5PP_GlWF7oB1FbEuyFU_gMlatac/s320/summer+2377.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lexington Philharmonic on stage.</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After all that excitement, Sunday was a lazy day by the pool with Mr. D and friends. We were exhausted and the rest was much needed. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sorry I'm a little late in posting this week. It's been a little busy around here, but I hope y'all have had a happy one. Oh! If you're looking for some fun salsa music and Cuban beats, check out Tiempo Libre! You'll love them! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xoxo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mrs. D</div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-67520494681165254422011-08-18T07:47:00.000-07:002011-08-18T07:47:00.202-07:00Transitioning My WardrobeAs much as I try to ignore it, summer is almost over. While I love the fall; fall fashion, college football, Keeneland, boots, leaves, pumpkin spice lattes, etc. I absolutely dread and despise what comes next. Winter. Ugh. <em>*Shudder*</em><br />
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Soon it will be time to pack away all the fun summer dresses and shoes and make room in my closet for boots and sweaters. Lately I've been on the lookout for cute dresses I can wear during the "transition" period. You know, the time of year where it's <em>technically</em> fall but it's hotter than all blazes outside and you know seersucker or a summery pattern would look silly. Believe it or not, the Keeneland fall meet is usually hotter than the Keeneland spring meet. I've been trying to find some cute dresses to wear throughout this stage that don't scream "<em>I'm at the beach on a beautiful summer afternoon</em>" and I've actually had quite a bit of luck (especially on the clearance racks!). :) <br />
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First, I stumbled upon a gorgeous Nanette Lepore dress at a local boutique, which was perfect because I had a gift certificate that was burning a hole in my pocket. The Violetta dress is my favorite recent purchase because it is a pretty cream color and can be worn year round. It will look great with cute heels now, boots in the fall, and tights and heels in the winter. <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At the same boutique, I found this lovely orange Tory Burch dress for a <em><strong>fraction</strong></em> of the retail price. Perfect for summer and fall - <strong>even better for game day! GO GATORS! </strong>(I can't seem to own enough orange and blue apparel.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The last time <a href="http://www.ruelala.com/invite/mrsd">RueLaLa</a> was featuring Lilly Pulitzer I took full advantage of the discounted price when I saw the silk Mallory dress in the Big Bang pattern. I love the colors, pattern and sleeves. (btw, if you aren't already a member you definitely need to sign up for <a href="http://www.ruelala.com/invite/mrsd">RueLaLa</a>. Mr. D and I have had wonderful luck with their site over the last 3 years. If you're not already taking advantage of <a href="http://www.ruelala.com/invite/mrsd">RueLaLa</a>, <a href="http://www.ruelala.com/invite/mrsd">sign up now</a> or you're missing out.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxk4kNGGmOB0OPINNrsCN-um1Eay-f1XuohNd2rY5HeEv0oUfzW-25Dskt7MoprxXuZFA6JGov8O9K8ubF-ELAeta_-MDjhjedT7J3YDSeZrWHkxPD8h2WT71t1s9vNfjfvT_uioyngXs/s1600/mallory+dress+out+with+a+big+bang+pattern.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" qaa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxk4kNGGmOB0OPINNrsCN-um1Eay-f1XuohNd2rY5HeEv0oUfzW-25Dskt7MoprxXuZFA6JGov8O9K8ubF-ELAeta_-MDjhjedT7J3YDSeZrWHkxPD8h2WT71t1s9vNfjfvT_uioyngXs/s320/mallory+dress+out+with+a+big+bang+pattern.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lilly Pulitzer - Mallory.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And for the perfect transitional shoe, how about this black wedge espadrille pump by (my personal favorite) Kate Spade. I bought these ages ago when Kate Spade had their seasonal sample sale and I <em>love</em> them. A perfect shoe at a perfect price. It doesn't get much better than that. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDrzDjAe6lh5KW9tNpSvCF7l3M34pI7Sbp6vx0goVBLW4V99ay23HhqOuLC51dnOXJal2jbbiDZ2-RxLxxBjEJ26cr7-w0ohafCi15VDnXenN8M8B8ZBmtPZEfofm-qco3C3ab28oPrh0/s1600/wish.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" qaa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDrzDjAe6lh5KW9tNpSvCF7l3M34pI7Sbp6vx0goVBLW4V99ay23HhqOuLC51dnOXJal2jbbiDZ2-RxLxxBjEJ26cr7-w0ohafCi15VDnXenN8M8B8ZBmtPZEfofm-qco3C3ab28oPrh0/s1600/wish.bmp" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Kate Spade - Wish.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Have y'all found any great items for the upcoming summer to fall transition time? Please fill me in and don't forget to check those clearance racks! Happy Shopping, y'all!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">(Please tell me I'm not the only one hoping summer weather never ends.)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-71418932625033657772011-08-16T19:10:00.000-07:002011-08-16T19:10:26.716-07:00Do You EBate?Please tell me y'all are already taking advantage of the fabulous site <a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3D">EBates</a>! If not, do yourself a favor and s<a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3D">ign up now</a>! You will not regret it! <a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3D">EBates</a> is a site that's kinda like a mail in rebate, except it's for online shopping and your money comes in 4 different checks throughout the year. Oh, and it's free! What's better than free money!?!?<br />
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</div>If you do a lot of online shopping, and I certainly do, go the <a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3D">EBate</a>s site at <a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3Dm">www.ebates.com</a> and look for the site where you're doing your online shopping. The majority of websites can be found on <a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3D">EBate</a>s (seriously, they even have the site where I buy my Christmas cards) and you will earn a percentage of "cash back" for your shopping. You will receive your <a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3D">EBates</a> reward checks 4 times throughout the year. Lucky for me, Kate Spade is one of the <a href="http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=W0JwqrtPr1%2FGLwDsumeUTw%3D%3D">EBates</a> approved sites and I can earn 3% cash back on all my Kate Spade purchases. <br />
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Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-6031105850876861352011-08-16T12:53:00.000-07:002011-08-16T12:53:29.599-07:00A Fab Lazy Weekend & Crazy Stupid Love<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh76xu9nL7gWU9umylSG7AeM9jD3W46299GnSs5Q8NNaukOkBs5MlONWhGZPMYVTh6S_LraknUreYU1K7KnVYBrjx0_UnkqXa81SmXTVK7ZGJhwabHXycVyoGk-F048cMOXCagvn3Shx1k/s1600/crazy+stupid+love1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" naa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh76xu9nL7gWU9umylSG7AeM9jD3W46299GnSs5Q8NNaukOkBs5MlONWhGZPMYVTh6S_LraknUreYU1K7KnVYBrjx0_UnkqXa81SmXTVK7ZGJhwabHXycVyoGk-F048cMOXCagvn3Shx1k/s320/crazy+stupid+love1.jpg" width="215" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>In case you haven't noticed, I've kinda been on a movie kick lately. I love going to the movies! Or maybe it's the popcorn and peanut m&m's I love? Either way, I always have a great time. This past Friday night was no exception. Nancy and I decided to have a girls date for dinner (tex-mex, yum!) and a movie. We went to see Crazy Stupid Love and <strong>loved</strong> <strong>it</strong>! I expected I would enjoy the movie, but I ended up loving it (minus the annoying girls sitting right next to me talking the entire way through...even after I "Shhhhhhhh!-ed" them. Seriously, who pays $9 a person to talk the entire way through a movie?).<br />
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</div>Emma Stone is ridiculously adorable! I want to be friends with her. :) And Ryan Gosling? Oh my hotness! He hasn't been this crush-worthy since The Notebook (which is still one of my favorites). The story line is cute too. I'm not the biggest Steve Carell fan but I really liked him in this movie. I always love Julianne Moore and even though you're kinda angry with her character she's still likable in this movie. I won't give anything away, but it's definitely one to see at the theatres. Have any of y'all seen it? <br />
Mrs. D gives it two thumbs up and suggests you check it out in the theatres. With popcorn and peanut m&m's of course! (But I hope those annoying girls aren't sitting next to you talking when you see it.)<br />
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The rest of the weekend was just as fun and relaxing. I went to support the local Delta chapter and cheer on my lil cousin, Olivia, as she was gearing up for her first ever in-house recruitment week. It was so exciting to see all the cute Delta's running around and buzzing with excitement. It made me remember my own days like that way back when. <br />
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Saturday night was double date night with Katherine and Ben. We even survived the awful storms that came through Lexington from the Harry's patio. Even bad weather can't ruin a fun night with friends! Too bad we came home to find our power out...and it didn't come back on for nearly twelve hours. The house was<em> so</em> hot and stuffy I couldn't sleep at all. It was fun lighting candles and playing with the flashlight for the first hour, but after a bit it was just a big inconvenience. Makes you realize the little things you take for granted. Like the use of your cell phone charger, Internet, TV, lights and refrigerator...just to name a few. We are lucky to be living in the United States and to be able afford such luxuries. <br />
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I spent quite a few hours poolside on Sunday with Mr. D and some friends. It was glorious! We really haven't spent much time at the pool since the beginning of summer and it was nice to get out there and enjoy a few hours. A perfect Sunday Funday! We may or may not have found ourselves back on the Harry's Patio for dinner Sunday night. :) <br />
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How did y'all spend your weekend? Are any of you dreading the end of summer as much as I am? Can you believe it's already mid-August? Where did the year go?<br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-81024487367203461452011-08-11T08:20:00.000-07:002011-08-11T08:22:18.536-07:00The Help<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0eAjo4SIkxdsdxngWK7I0aKR1PFAl9YCFYjVBIozT4EZ7lcDfrIVf9H-AWEi-NQdJBeznFAhkAufSzR31IZrY8h2cqRgJ3FxR_Ll2W-fi1mR3QIbO0q84bLqj7cCoZT99La13euTHmsw/s1600/TheHelp-One-Sheet.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" naa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0eAjo4SIkxdsdxngWK7I0aKR1PFAl9YCFYjVBIozT4EZ7lcDfrIVf9H-AWEi-NQdJBeznFAhkAufSzR31IZrY8h2cqRgJ3FxR_Ll2W-fi1mR3QIbO0q84bLqj7cCoZT99La13euTHmsw/s320/TheHelp-One-Sheet.jpg" width="215" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>I read The Help last summer and it was the best book I read of 2010. I was obsessed! It's such a wonderful book and if you're one of the random few that hasn't read it, DO IT! You will love it too. I was so obsessed with the book I knew I had to see the movie right away and that's just what I did yesterday as soon as I got out of work. <br />
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Let me just tell you now, it's GREAT! A must see! While it's not as wonderful as the book, the movies never are because they have to leave out a lot of the detail, it's a great novel turned movie and I think everyone should see it. The storyline is wonderful by itself; but once you add the lovely cast (I heart Emma Stone), the awesome clothes, set and music....it makes it that.much.better. <br />
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</div>It was so great to see one of my favorite novels come to life on the big screen. The casting was perfection! I left the movie thinking <strong>"wow, look how far our country has come"</strong> and <strong>"this is such a good reminder of how we should treat people." </strong><br />
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</div>Another highlight for me: at one point in the movie there's a 12 layer cake sitting in the background on the table. <a href="http://homeiswherethehartisest2009.blogspot.com/2011/03/12-layer-cake.html">Reminded me of my experience with the 12 layer cake.</a> Yum! (Now, I'm itching to bake another.)<br />
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The movie is wonderful! Drop what you're doing and go see it! I'm going to take Mr. D with me when I go see it a 2nd time.<br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-8970507829381729122011-08-09T12:44:00.000-07:002011-08-09T12:45:47.561-07:00Weekend Fun With LouieThis past weekend Lou flew up to the Bluegrass and we had a splendid time, to say the very least. I'm sure y'all remember seeing Lou's face on the blog many times before and I doubt this will be the last time you hear of him either. :) Last week was actually <strong>Lou's 31st Birthday</strong> and this summer marks the ten year anniversary of our friendship. It was ten years ago <a href="http://homeiswherethehartisest2009.blogspot.com/2011/01/three-chatchis-reunion.html">when we met at Cambridge University in England</a> and while a lot has changed since then, our friendship has remained a constant. To us, Lou is family and one of the greatest human beings we know. That's right. He's top notch! If you meet him I'm sure you'll agree. <br />
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Just for fun, here's how we spent our weekend. <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Not pictured: many Starbucks runs, brunch at Cheapside, my <strike>creepy</strike> Raggedy Ann doll, our delightful culinary concoctions, hours wasted watching a Pickers marathon on the history channel, many laughs and hugs shared, among countless other things. </div><div style="text-align: left;">It was a perfect, sleep deprived, laugh-til-your-face-hurts kind of weekend.</div><div style="text-align: left;">I hope you weekend was equally as charming. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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Have y'all heard of the book, The Vow? I admit I hadn't heard of this story until the other day when I was reading over at<a href="http://cmae-adayinthelife.blogspot.com/"> C Mae's blog Happiness Is...</a> and read <a href="http://cmae-adayinthelife.blogspot.com/2011/08/question-for-you.html">her post about a new book she's reading</a> called The Vow. Then, I read the book is being made into a new movie starring Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum. I love Rachel McAdams because she's pretty much adorable. And Channing Tatum isn't too hard on the eyes either. Another added bonus, Scott Speedman. <em>Swoon!</em> (I've loved him ever since he played Ben on the TV show Felicity, one of my long time favorite shows.) <br />
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And y'all know how much I <strong><em>LOVE</em></strong> to read a good book and then go see the movie. I like to see the characters come to life on the big screen and compare the book to the movie (except I <strong>hate </strong>when when they change the storyline for the movie. This makes me <em>SO</em> mad.)<br />
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After reading C Mae's <a href="http://cmae-adayinthelife.blogspot.com/2011/08/question-for-you.html">blog post</a>, I immediately had to look up the synopsis of this story and I'm so so so intrigued. The Vow: The Kim and Krickitt Carpenter Story, is a true story about an oh-so in love newlywed couple, when one night their small car is hit from behind by a large truck. The wife suffers severe injuries and when she wakes up from her coma, she can remember everyone in her life - except for her husband. The book tells the tale of their struggle after she wakes from her coma and they try to piece their life back together. This is definitely one I'm going to have to download on my kindle and read in the near future. Obviously, I'll want to see the movie too. Check out the movie trailer here: <br />
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What did you think? In all honesty, I've been known to pull this one up on YouTube and watch it occasionally. I just love it. Yea, I know, I'm a sap. <br />
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Happy Wednesday, y'all!<br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-80928741686998205722011-08-01T08:53:00.000-07:002011-08-01T10:55:12.150-07:00Big Sky Country, part IIMy favorite day in Montana we spent floating down North Fork and the evening shooting skeet in Kalisbell. The weather was absolutely perfect and it was a fun and relaxing time. We started our float right at the Canada/Montana border. <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">That's right! My very own white Stetson! :)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(I also purchased an adorable pair of moccasin shoes.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong>Although, I quickly realized....Kate Middleton, I am not. Haha!</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://homeiswherethehartisest2009.blogspot.com/2011/07/oh-kate.html">Remember my post here?</a> She pulls the cowgirl chic look off way better than I ever will.</div><br />
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</div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-50098677182788033192011-07-29T07:00:00.000-07:002011-07-29T07:12:11.258-07:00Big Sky Country, part ISorry for my lack of posts over the last week. I've been in Montana and didn't have service for a good majority of the trip. Unfortunately, this meant no posting while I was away. <br />
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I will say I was only partially excited to visit Montana; however, after we finally arrived I knew I was in a for a treat. Montana is gorgeous! I completely understand why they call it big sky country. The natural beauty of the state is unbelievable and I think y'all should pack up your wagon right now and head out west for a couple of days. <br />
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Our first stop was Glacier National Park. OMGorgeous!<br />
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</div>We took the "<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Going-to-the-Sun_Road">going-to-the-sun road</a>" all the way up to the top, crossed over the Continental Divide at Logan Pass and were able to see all the mountain peaks covered in snow. Yes. Snow. In July. Crazy, right? In fact, Montana received so much snow this year the "<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Going-to-the-Sun_Road">going-to-the-sun road</a>" only opened a week or so before our trip because the road was too dangerous for cars or hiking and covered with snow.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">By the time we left the park it was late in the evening and we were all starving. We drove to Polebridge for the night where we were staying at a quaint little Bed & Breakfast about 4 miles from the Canadian border. Polebridge is a very small area and I didn't see a paved road the entire time I was there. You also have no Internet access or cell phone service, but the scenery makes up for it. You can look in all directions and see as far as your eyes will let you (hence the name big sky country). </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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We had dinner at the only restaurant, the Northern Lights Saloon. My burger was delish!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Montana was unusual because it doesn't get dark there until after 10:30 PM. The sun is so high, even at 8:00 PM, you could probably get a sun burn. It was wild. The weather during our trip was perfect. Hot and sunny, around the upper 70s/low80s every day...and at night it would get down to the low 40s. It was crazy how fast the temperature would drop when the sun was not out, but it was so comfortable to be outside. There was no humidity and no one was sweating. It was amazing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The only downfall was the bugs. The mosquito's there are out of control. We had on thin yoga pants the first two days and they would literally bite your legs through your pants pants. I had to spray my pants with bug spray, but at that point it was a little too late. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The rest of the trip was a blast. We went rafting, skeet shooting, saw some elk and had time to do a little shopping. Stay tuned for part II of the trip...and just wait until you see what I bought. I'll give you a hint...it was on my "want list." </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy Friday and have a delightful weekend!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xoxo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mrs. D</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-13174569994477241452011-07-21T05:53:00.000-07:002011-07-21T05:53:01.456-07:00Oh Kate!Like every other female around the world, I too am obsessed with the Duchess of Cambridge. I was instantly fascinated by Catherine Middleton in 2005 when she first emerged on the scene and became widely known as William's gorgeous girlfriend. When they broke up for a few months in 2007 I was heartbroken. Lucky for me the breakup didn't last long and soon William and Kate were seen traveling all over the world together again. <br />
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My obsession has gone to a ridiculous level ever since last year when the two announced they were finally engaged. I was so excited you would've thought I had that gorgeous ring on my finger. Kate does no wrong in my world. She always looks so clean, chic and polished. I love her style and often find myself wanting every piece of clothing, shoe and accessory we see her photographed in. She makes royal life look and seem so "normal."<br />
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When I say I love everything Kate wears, I really mean it. I love her classic style, elegance and grace. She even makes a cowboy hat look chic and gorgeous. It's true. I want one too. I pointed to these very pictures of the Duke and Duchess at the Calgary Stampede while we were in line at the grocery the other night and told Mr. D "I need one of those." I think he agreed and said he does too. <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So what do you think of Kate's cowgirl chic? I love it! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xoxo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mrs. D</div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-1035366810339073912011-07-19T07:51:00.000-07:002011-07-19T07:51:10.817-07:00My Best Friend's Wedding<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>One month & one day ago, Kim & Joe tied the knot! </strong></div>It was a gorgeous Palm Beach wedding. The Bride was stunning (to say the least). The Groom was dashing. Everyone was smiling. A few shed happy tears. The band was rockin'. And the reception was one big awesome party! <br />
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There was no place I would have rather been and I was honored to be standing next to one of my favorite people on her big day. Kim is often talked about on this blog; however, one thing y'all probably aren't aware of is Kim is the one responsible for introducing me to my handsome Groom, Mr. D. That's right. We owe it all to Kim! <strong><em>I could go on and on about what an amazing friend Kim is to me</em></strong> and how I know she will be an incredible wife to Joe, but I will spare y'all the mushy details and instead share some of my favorite photos from the event. <span style="font-size: x-small;">(By the way, I want you all to know I managed to make it all the way through my toast without bursting into hysterical tears. Quite an accomplishment for me.)</span><br />
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Now, for your viewing pleasure, I present to you Kim & Joe's Wedding! <br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">(I'm aware these are a ton of photos, but considering I took over 1,000 that weekend, this is nothing!)</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy One Month Anniversary to my Gator roomie (always!) and my favorite 'dawg!!! :) </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We hope the rest of your lives are ever more wonderful than your first month of newlywed bliss!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xoxo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mrs. D</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-84744059366103526682011-07-18T18:51:00.000-07:002011-07-18T19:03:55.618-07:00Fabulous Fall TV; Ready, Set, TiVo!There are two shows I can't wait to watch this fall. The Playboy Club on NBC and Pan Am on ABC. I love all things vintage! My parents used to swear I was "born in the wrong era" when I was a kid. I always preferred to watch old movies and classic TV...and the fashion of these era's was even better.<br />
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I can't decide which show I'm more looking forward to. Both look super awesome and totally made for me. I couldn't be more excited for fall TV this year! <br />
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Any shows in the fall lineup you're excited about? I'm not sure about you but my Tivo is set and ready! <br />
(We all know I'm obsessed with Mad Men, which won't be back until Feb 2012. I'll need something to fill in until then.)<br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-48750130503200801742011-07-15T05:51:00.000-07:002011-07-15T05:51:56.681-07:00I'm Back Just In Time For Harry Potter Friday!Hey y'all! <br />
Summer sure is going by fast isn't it? Can you believe it's already the middle of June? And can you believe it's been over a month since I've blogged? I know, I know. I've been a very bad blogger this summer. I have absolutely no excuse other than Mr. D and I have been incredibly busy over the last two months and something had to give. Unfortunately, it was blogging. I just didn't have the time to keep up with it all.<br />
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Don't worry your pretty little heads though. I'm back and better than ever after my mini-blogging hiatus. I can't wait to catch y'all up on everything! Fill you in with the highlights of our 2 year Anniversary last month, my best friend's wedding in Palm Beach, 4th of July, and all our happenings in between. We have so much to chat about! <br />
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Aren't you glad it's Friday? I'm over the moon to have a nice, (hopefully) relaxing weekend in my near future. It's been a <em>long</em> week. You know what makes today even better? It's <strong>HARRY POTTER FRIDAY</strong>! I will admit I am a Harry Potter fan. The books were beyond wonderful and now the final movie has been released so we can all go enjoy our favorite Potter characters one last time. It's the end of an era and a little bitter sweet for me. When I read the final book I definitely shed a few tears. It was sad at times and I was disappointed for my Hogwarts adventure to be over. I will probably feel the same after I see the final Potter flick. <br />
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Are any of you Harry Potter fans? I hope I'm not alone in my love for the J.K. Rowling novels. Did anyone go to the midnight showing last night? Mr. D doesn't share my love for the fantastic world of Harry Potter and his friends, so I need to find someone to go see the movie with. All my fellow HP loving friends live in Florida and my Sister is out of town until the end of summer. I may be hitting up the theatre solo style (while sporting my Harry Potter spectacles, of course!). <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Seeing this makes me sad. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5DsvKBRyWKkyFdy9wrJsUk-dfYgSEx0mljT0u3o8ZaPjo3qAUCieIOI7dPPB0PWPBTgL8ipkxRCrgARuI2QFNqi41mstMc69lyUuDjtqDaXW59hEwrIpJbogMBWbQNOqzaXlyX-YUsOA/s1600/harry+potter2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" m$="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5DsvKBRyWKkyFdy9wrJsUk-dfYgSEx0mljT0u3o8ZaPjo3qAUCieIOI7dPPB0PWPBTgL8ipkxRCrgARuI2QFNqi41mstMc69lyUuDjtqDaXW59hEwrIpJbogMBWbQNOqzaXlyX-YUsOA/s1600/harry+potter2.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"> So, here are a few Harry Potter funnies to make up for it:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs6z58n5ik55vzcuQQ5ejurY3juIo8jzFTkz_oTfkpJ9Xz7I0rT5K7N1wX9w4IjfkSHAZu9gekiFs2LVOrMD-QhMx3aswVWKjUSIlcUEFqFyl9VmIfVV6e1dyUFcqx5cDzePyztPbx0gI/s1600/harry+potter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" m$="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs6z58n5ik55vzcuQQ5ejurY3juIo8jzFTkz_oTfkpJ9Xz7I0rT5K7N1wX9w4IjfkSHAZu9gekiFs2LVOrMD-QhMx3aswVWKjUSIlcUEFqFyl9VmIfVV6e1dyUFcqx5cDzePyztPbx0gI/s320/harry+potter.jpg" width="254" /></a></div><br />
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</div>I hope y'all have a lovely Harry Potter Friday and a very happy weekend! <br />
More catching up soon! <br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-39801164519321772422011-06-06T07:40:00.000-07:002011-06-06T08:47:48.070-07:00You're Just Too Good To Be True<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Not only am I celebrating my <b>100th post today</b> (WaHoo!), but I'm also celebrating something I'm even more proud of. My 2nd Wedding Anniversary to my beloved Mr. D. To be perfectly honest, these last two years have been the most amazing years of my life and have flown by so fast I don't even know what to think. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Two years ago today Mr. D and I got all dressed up and headed to the Chapel. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">...and we left together after reciting our vows. Happier than ever.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieo_tErOcjd7RAJLvzoz3aqFG4yeDApbbrGHGbJfqwmu7E2wpYQvSBbyQgj5SzGiPmNDRYEn4aBuTs1eZpW9I0PQDNoWCdfRNdAqKFrgAgIagMiwETZzo-u4FprJx9rFrC297VbgH_7pM/s1600/0146.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieo_tErOcjd7RAJLvzoz3aqFG4yeDApbbrGHGbJfqwmu7E2wpYQvSBbyQgj5SzGiPmNDRYEn4aBuTs1eZpW9I0PQDNoWCdfRNdAqKFrgAgIagMiwETZzo-u4FprJx9rFrC297VbgH_7pM/s320/0146.jpg" width="320px" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We all rode on a big old truck and waved like we were in a parade. :)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>You're Just Too Good To Be True. </b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>You'd Be Like Heaven To Touch.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>I Wanna Hold You So Much.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>At Long Last Love Has Arrived.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>And I Thank God I'm Alive.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>You're Just Too Good To Be True.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">I would like to say Happy Anniversary and thank you to the man who loves me, takes care of me, challenges me to be a better person, makes me laugh all.the.time, spoils me, and is the most incredible husband I could ever dream of. My darling Mr. D, you are my everything and I am so blessed to have you by my side on this journey we call life. <strong>We are the lucky ones! </strong></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">For Eternity,</div><div style="text-align: left;">Mrs. D</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">(All above images credits to: <a href="http://www.lauranegriphotography.com/">Laura Negri Photography</a>, taken by <a href="http://melissaschollaertphotography.com/blog/">Melissa Schollaert</a>.) </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-6506560231111708822011-06-02T19:36:00.000-07:002011-06-02T19:36:12.787-07:00Anniversary Traditions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz2jhvdIYavroEwOY_SjfKF5ItRs8wfl1-v33-cHSLhJ3eBZBlegEfQUX3U3r7xfCE2cdmfyOn8OTllKdkrca1fdxrwSyzpwyGC10cnU401oC_WVP_cGm6aovRCIdhRKrW_cNuS-hnSwQ/s1600/IMG_0231.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz2jhvdIYavroEwOY_SjfKF5ItRs8wfl1-v33-cHSLhJ3eBZBlegEfQUX3U3r7xfCE2cdmfyOn8OTllKdkrca1fdxrwSyzpwyGC10cnU401oC_WVP_cGm6aovRCIdhRKrW_cNuS-hnSwQ/s320/IMG_0231.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Our 1st Anniversary. Folly Beach.</div><br />
This will only be our second wedding Anniversary, so we're still working on all <i>our traditions</i>. (<a href="http://homeiswherethehartisest2009.blogspot.com/2011/02/respect-tradition.html">Although I'm sure y'all remember I'm big on tradition</a>. I love them! Especially family traditions.) Last year we celebrated our first wedding Anniversary by taking a little road trip to Charleston, South Carolina, one of our favorite cities. <br />
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Of course, I packed up the top tear of our wedding cake and hauled it all the way to Charleston for us to enjoy on our Anniversary night. It was red velvet; and while it looked a little funky after being in the freezer for a year, it tasted delicious! Even the skeptical Mr. D thought our cake tasted as wonderful as it did on our wedding day. :)<br />
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I also packed my feathery, red wedding shoes to wear to dinner on our Anniversary night. It was wonderful to have those beauties back on my feet again for the first time since our wedding day. And this year on our Anniversary I will pull them out of their box for the third time, dust them off and wear them to dinner. Oh how I can't wait to have those delicate, fluffy, feathers and satin back on my feet. It's our Anniversary tradition. Last year I decided I would wear my favorite shoes, my wedding shoes, every year on our Anniversary. (It's a very special day for Mr. D and I and the only day these shoes come out of their safe hiding place.)<br />
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We've also made it a point to keep in line with the traditional anniversary gift themes each year. Our first Anniversary was "paper," and so we went to Charleston for a few days and when we got home we took our Anniversary/Trash the Dress pictures as a gift and to commemorate our first Anniversary. <br />
This year the theme is "cotton" and I have a few ideas of what I am going to get Mr. D. <br />
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Do y'all have any fun Anniversary traditions? Or perhaps your parents and grandparents? I'm always looking for new ones. <br />
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Happy Thursday! I'm so thankful the weekend is almost here. <br />
xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-90038373170440808932011-06-01T05:51:00.000-07:002011-06-01T05:51:20.791-07:00I Love LoveIn keeping up with my little love theme this week, I have some picture pretties I've been saving to share with all of you and today the time just seemed right. So here you go. Some fun, lovely pictures. :) I love love!<br />
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I hope you all have a LOVEly Wednesday! <br />
xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-8703771433999610002011-05-31T17:16:00.000-07:002011-05-31T17:16:08.064-07:00Story of UsY'all don't know this, but next week Mr. D and I will officially celebrate our second year of marriage. That's right! I've been Mrs. D for {nearly} two years now and I'm the luckiest lady in the world to have him. <br />
In honor of the Anniversary of our nuptials, I'm going to be posting all about love for the next week. So, if y'all aren't in to that sorta thing you may want to ignore my posts for a few days. 'Cause I love love. (And you should too!)<br />
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Mr. D and I met at Florida way back when. He grew up with my girl (and college roomie), Kim. One night Kim invited some of her high school friends to hang out with us...Mr. D and I met, talked, laughed (A LOT), we danced and <s>screamed at the top of our lungs</s> sung along to lots of country songs. I asked him to accompany me to my sorority date function the next week where I quickly discovered he had the best personality of anyone I had ever met (and lets not forget how adorable he is!) and the rest is history. <br />
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We dated for about five years and then one February evening Mr. D asked me to marry him (but that's a whole <a href="http://homeiswherethehartisest2009.blogspot.com/2011/02/three-years-ago-today.html">other story which y'all have already hear</a>d). So, without further ado, here are a few pics to take y'all down our 'lil courtship memory lane. :) <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And now (if you're still reading) you know how it all began. :) Sorry for all my sappiness...sometimes I get carried away. Looking at these pictures made me remember some fun memories and oh-my-wow we look like babies! I don't remember looking so young, but I guess we did. Haha. Time flies when you're having fun!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hope y'all had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend honoring all our soldiers and remembering your loved ones and spending quality time with the ones you still have the pleasure to see. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xoxo, </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mrs. D</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-70941224496216748542011-05-27T12:36:00.000-07:002011-05-27T12:38:27.817-07:00I Carry Your Heart With MeIt's Friday. Memorial Day weekend Friday! WAHOO!<br />
Hope y'all have a wonderful holiday weekend and take some time to remember those who are no longer with us (and those who still are). <br />
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Today I am going to share with you one of my most favorite poems, <em>I Carry Your Heart With Me</em> by E.E. Cummings. I am also dedicating this poem to a very, extra special person in my life. (You know who you are.)<br />
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<strong><span style="color: red;">I CARRY YOUR HEART WITH ME</span></strong><br />
<span style="color: red;">by E.E. Cummings</span><br />
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<pre><span style="color: red;">i carry your heart with me(i carry it in
my heart)i am never without it(anywhere
i go you go, my dear; and whatever is done
by only me is your doing, my darling)
i fear
no fate(for you are my fate,my sweet)i want
no world(for beautiful you are my world, my true)
and it's you are whatever a moon has always meant
and whatever a sun will always sing is you
here is the deepest secret nobody knows
(here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life; which grows
higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide)
and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart
<strong><span style="font-size: large;">i carry your heart (i carry it in my heart)</span></strong></span></pre><span style="color: red;"><br />
<span style="color: black;">xoxo,</span><br />
</span><span style="color: black;">Mrs. D</span>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-50045894259773343312011-05-26T14:13:00.000-07:002011-05-26T14:13:10.594-07:00Longing For Pool DaysThe pool FINALLY opens tomorrow!!! <br />
How excited am I about this? You.Have.No.Idea. <br />
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I pretty much yearn to be posted up by the ocean or the pool every day of my life, so I couldn't be more excited for tomorrow. Sadly, I won't be able to hit up the pool until Saturday; but you can pretty much find me there every weekend from now until Labor Day (the dreaded closing of the pool). <br />
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</div>I'm not quite sure why I love the beach, pool and swimming so much. But I do. Something about splashing around in the water, feeling the warm sun on my skin, listening to tunes, relaxing and reading a good book make me feel like I'm a child again. I love summer weekends!!! Thank goodness they are finally here.<br />
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Oh and an added bonus with Memorial Day weekend! WHOOO! <br />
Anyone else have plans to hit up the pool this weekend? <br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. D<br />
<div align="left"></div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-79796864150104595272011-05-25T08:39:00.000-07:002011-05-25T12:48:15.845-07:00I love Red Velvet Cake & Anything Associated With Such Deliciousness!They now make Red Velvet Cake Ice Cream. I've been searching and searching, but my grocery never has either brand. I've seen commercials for the Blue Bunny Red Velvet Cake Ice Cream, but I didn't know about Ben & Jerry's until I did a little research. <br />
If this stuff is all over the Internet, why isn't it in my grocer's freezer? <em>Hmmmmm</em>, Kroger? Why can't you get it together? <br />
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Just when I thought my diet can't get any worse, they go and make an ice cream with chunks of my favorite cake in it.<br />
Now. On to the important topic. Where can I find it? Have you had either brand? How was it?<br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-27261172405542515042011-05-24T11:15:00.000-07:002011-05-24T11:15:46.498-07:00The Crock PotWe've been wanting a crock pot for quite some time and finally got one when my Mamaw hooked us up for my Birthday. I'm completely jazzed about our new kitchen appliance and Mr. D is ever more excited because he's been begging for a crock pot for months.<br />
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</div>The problem? I only have one crock pot recipe. That's right. <em>One</em>. While it's a great, easy and delish recipe, we certainly can't eat it every night. This is where y'all come in. Anyone have any great crock pot recipes they would be willing to share? Preferably healthy, low-cal/fat/carb recipes; but I won't be choosy. Any recipes would be wonderful. (And no, I don't want to just go buy a Crock pot Cookbook. I want real recipes y'all love and make all the time. Yes, I'm being demanding, but I'll share my one crock pot recipe with you in return.)<br />
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<div align="center"><u><strong>Shredded Beef Sandwiches</strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span></u></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">1 medium sized Chuck Roast (Poor Man’s Roast)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">1 packet of Lipton Onion Soup</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">1 cup of water</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">1 12 pack of <state w:st="on"><place w:st="on">Hawaiian</place></state> rolls</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Mix packet of Lipton Onion Soup with 1 cup of water. Rinse roast with cold water and add to crock pot with water and Lipton Onion Soup packet. Cover. Cook roast on low/medium temperature for 8 to 10 hrs. Remove roast and shred with two forks. Add shredded beef to your Hawaiian roll and there you have it! Perfect for potlucks, tailgates during football season, or a busy evening when you're not going to have time to cook dinner. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left">Now, if you could just email me or post your favorite crock pot recipe in the comments, that would be splendid! :)</div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left">xoxo,</div><div align="left">Mrs. D</div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-34491371691288803902011-05-23T08:09:00.000-07:002011-05-23T08:09:20.233-07:00Birthday Cookout & Cuppy Cakes!This weekend we did a little Birthday Cookout with some of our friends. It was so nice to be out on the patio, enjoying the weather, relaxing...until it started raining. (Seriously, this weather is about to make me go crazy.)<br />
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My favorite way to eat cupcakes is probably cupcakes in an ice cream cone. My Mom used to make them for me (I always requested to take them to school on my Birthday) and I would be lying to you if I said I had outgrown the tradition. This year we had funfetti cupcakes in an ice cream cone (but any kind of cake will work) and they were <em>so so so</em> good! Too good actually, because I ate waaaay too many. <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A <strong>BIG</strong> thanks to all my friends and family for making my Birthday and week so special. Y'all are the best!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hope your weekend was as delightful as mine was. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">xoxo,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Mrs. D</div>Home Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3294322709383475929.post-15451306374207908072011-05-19T12:00:00.000-07:002011-05-19T12:00:45.035-07:00The UNwichIf you're anything like me, you often find yourself being forced to grab a quick bite on the run. <br />
While I love all the yummy, FULL-fat/carbohydrate/calorie options out there, I'm always trying to find something that's not going to destroy my diet and make all my clothes too tight. <br />
My current go-to for a fast, cheap, kinda healthy lunch is the Jimmy John's Unwich.<br />
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</div>My favorite Unwich is definitely the Turkey Tom. Hold the tomato, add cucumber (and sometimes cheese). <br />
While the Unwich is not as delicious or savory as many other options I can think of, it's a pretty good meal for those days when you find yourself in a hurry and hungry...but not wanting to break the calorie bank. <br />
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And there you have it. One of my lunch time secrets. After all, I can't eat cake <em>all</em> the time. Or can I? <br />
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xoxo,<br />
Mrs. DHome Is Where the Hart Ishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07384759365776864691noreply@blogger.com6