07 February 2012

the little things


camping au naturel

I was going to do a mealplanning post--you know, to address what needs addressing--but MAN am I in a rut. It seems we went to the grocery store a bunch of times recently, but all that seemed to come of it was Super Bowl Snax. Which were gooooood, but I ate the last of the guac today. Probably going to need additional sustenance. And, more importantly, recipe ideas... ugh. But, that can all be worked out later.

With a space heater at my feet and a cup of tea within arm's reach, how about we just cuddle up with a quick list of some of my favorite little things right now?

:: The tea: Still sippin' on holiday candy cane tea... I bought a bunch of it over the holidays, worried I'd run out. Got plenty.

:: The life: I love not having to leave the house on rainy days. Sorry, office-commuters. It's made me really love a good, cold Winter rainstorm... which is new.

#febphotoaday #yourview drizzly garden outside my studio

:: The boo-tay: I love that my little dude is happiest when he spends the majority of the day nakies.

:: The awakening: A quick look-about outside and the newly planted raspberries and asparagus are starting to poke little feelers out of the soil. Haven't killed 'em yet!

:: The day bag: Just ordered this beauty from Bookhou's new online shop. Can't wait to get it, as I've been wanting/needing a big, long-strapped bag for, like, ever.

:: The bkgd: OK, so not exactly the latest internet trend, but I still love a fresh desktop background each month. When I sit down to The Machine, my eyes just need something new and inspiring--and most importantly, made by someone else. Lately, I've been visiting Gennine and Shanna for the goods. Got anyone else to check out?



:: The jars: While organizing the basement, I recently found the last jar of pickled asparagus from last year's can plan, plus a whole bunch of homemade hot sauce, jams and spicy pickled kale. Score. You know, all I really want to eat is little snacks... hors d'oeuvres, antipasto, etc. I think I might have found some willing participants.

:: The well: my boy got knocked out on Friday with his second-ever flu. Like before, it lasted just one day. The cuteness of an ultra-cuddly, drowsy, super-needy babe is so strong, but I am incredibly glad when he returns to his spritely, chatty self.

sick baby :(
the chin boo-boo just makes it all the more, huh?


:: The participant: Toby has not only joined in on Instagram (finally!), but he's also doing the February challenge. He's @firetoby if you want to see how the other half of this house does it ;)

:: The products: deliciously smelly oils from Weleda (rose, arnica) + a lovely gift for Winter hands (thanks, Kristen!)

:: The dangler: my work was recently grouped into the coolest Etsy treasury, where I fell in love with this mobile. So rad. Nice company to be in.

:: The herbage: Gayla's new book is out! Yay. That lady got me got me into gardening and I love all her books.

And you? What's warming your toes this chilly February? Or, alternatively, what should we eat for dinner tonight??

7 comments:

  1. Yay Blake on etsy. Super exciting. Poor little guy... I am glad he is on the mend and is getting back to be one with nature. Love that first pic. Darling. xoox

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  2. I'm thinkin some meat hand pies. Little mirepoix and beef all sauteed together. Some of that super easy pate brisee crust....mmmmmm.

    That bag is SO COOL, btw.

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    1. Oh yes. I love hand pies of all colors and flavors. I have a dream of filling my freezer with a variety of wee little pies. Someday.

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  3. yum. those jars definitely are a score! In the spirit of your kale salad, here's a simple dinner we loved tonight (tostadas with jalapeno & lime marinated kale) : http://tinyurl.com/76nl5c2
    The scallion meatball (with soy ginger glaze) recipe from smitten kitchen is also delicious: http://tinyurl.com/7fgr2er
    So glad to hear that your little guy's flu was over quickly, What a cutie. I love the naked phase too. They're so proud of their precious little bodies. I wish we could all feel that good in our bodies--at every age!

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    1. Oh Colleen, those two recipes are the type of thing I'm constantly craving. Thank you! Must make.

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  4. that picture of jacky and his buns in his fort is the best thing ever.
    naked booties rule!

    and that day bag? i might need to knock you off! CUTE!!

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  5. I forgot about your hot sauce recipe. I wanted to try that!

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