Persian Tea

What to wear on a rainy day

2012-01-26T11:39:00.000-08:00

At first I was opposed. But then slowly I found myself convinced after seeing so many stylish girls sporting these Hunter boots. For Seattle, they just makes sense.

Rubber boots made fabulous...

via here

(these ones are my favorite!)

via pinterest

via Daybook

via here

#12 What I'm grateful for today

2012-01-25T20:48:00.000-08:00

Today I'm grateful for Zumba. It's the only type of cardio that I actually enjoy. Plus, I read somewhere that a typical 1 hr session burns about 600 calories!

Secret to Success

2012-01-25T04:00:00.000-08:00

#11 What I'm grateful for today

2012-01-24T16:08:00.000-08:00

Today I'm grateful for that moment when you open a pomegranate and you know it's going to be amazing. Little red kernels of sweetness.

source

#10 What I'm grateful for today

2012-01-23T20:32:00.001-08:00

Today I'm grateful for when I have a good day at work. Especially on a Monday. Like today.

Peanut butter Pretzel Balls

2012-01-23T05:00:00.000-08:00

This looks great! I would need a glass of milk to go with it! Visit HERE for the recipe.

#9 What I'm grateful for today

2012-01-22T20:26:00.000-08:00

Today I'm grateful for finally being able to drive again! After 4 days of being stuck at home because of the snow, it feels great to be behind the wheel.

#8 What I'm grateful for today

2012-01-20T23:14:00.000-08:00

Today I'm grateful for scoring an awesome gold link bracelet from Macy's for 75% off.

(I had a bad day today so finding something to write was hard)

I found the bracelet version of this necklace....for some reason, I couldn't find a pic of my new bracelet anywhere! But it looks exactly like the necklace. Only, it's a bracelet. Ha!

source

#7 What I'm grateful for today

2012-01-19T19:21:00.000-08:00

Today I'm grateful for leftovers. We always have something to eat in the fridge. I don't know how we manage to do that, but we do. And for that I am grateful.

Cabin fever leads to this...

2012-01-18T21:32:00.000-08:00

I've been stuck in the house for 3 days because it's snowing and my car can't make it anywhere. And mostly because us Seattle people just don't know how to handle the snow. We're either gasping at the beauty or cursing at the inconvenience of the snow. I tried to be productive today and I feel like I have accomplished everything I could on a snow day (3rd day in a row):
- I went for a walk in my neighborhood.
- I attempted to add to the snowman that I made yesterday, but the snow was too powdery. Fail.
- I drank 2 cups of tea and 1 mug of hot coco and cuddled underneath a blanket.
- I watched a couple hours of tv and browsed Pinterest/blogs.
- I lifted some weights then took a hot shower.
- I ate my breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- And I made this:

Super great. Super easy.

Something I wish I didn't know about because I'm positive I will make this again.

Oh extra calories...why are you so delicious?

The recipe for this 2 min mug brownie can be found HERE.

Be warned.

#6 What I'm grateful for today

2012-01-18T17:51:00.000-08:00

Today I'm grateful for that cozy feeling you get after you workout, shower, and get into comfy lounge clothes.

Look at these cupcakes..

2012-01-18T08:30:00.000-08:00

I think these are so darn clever! I absolutely love the idea of making these. Maybe a weekend project.

The recipe for these Caramel Frappuccino Cupcakes can be found HERE.

It's Wed...half way through the week!

Haram pants

2012-01-17T15:54:00.000-08:00

via HERE

Slouchy haram pants. I can appreciate this look. I really can. But I just don't see how I can incorporate this look into my everyday business wear.

I have seen some girls attempt this look. But they failed, in my opinion. They looked too forever-21-trendy.

I'll keep looking around the blog world to see if I find a success story. And I'll update this post if/when it happens.

#5 What I am grateful for today

2012-01-17T14:51:00.000-08:00

Today I am grateful for my snow boots. I bought them 10 years ago and take them out every year, wear them once or twice, and then store them away. They still look new and do their job perfectly.

#4 What I'm grateful for today...

2012-01-16T11:17:00.000-08:00

Today I am grateful for not having to work on a national holiday (a lot of my friends do!)...let's remember MLK's dream.

Happy Snow Day

2012-01-15T16:10:00.000-08:00

via pinterest

The mailman must have had a hoot and a holler!

#3 What I'm grateful for...

2012-01-15T14:43:00.000-08:00

Today I am grateful for the opportunity to cuddle underneath a blanket and watch the snow fall all over Seattle. So peaceful.

SOURCE

What to wear on a lazy Sunday

2012-01-15T06:00:00.000-08:00

Of course!

via HERE

#2 What I'm grateful for today...

2012-01-13T19:59:00.000-08:00

Today I'm grateful for having the ability and strength to put in a hard workout...the type of workout the leads to sore muscles the next day.

Product Review: cereal

2012-01-12T04:00:00.000-08:00

Kellog's Krave Cereal : it's more like dessert - SCORE: 3 out of 5. I like the texture and I love the chocolate. But, this is not breakfast food for me (and I would like to assume most adults) so I would only have a small bowl of this stuff if I was craving something sweet. Like for dessert. Kids will probably love this cereal.

#1 What I am grateful for today

2012-01-11T11:07:00.000-08:00

I need to be more grateful for things. In particular, the little things in life. Recently, I have been very grumpy and focusing a lot on that darn half empty glass. I want to change.

So here is my goal:

Sometime during my day, I will take a moment to write down something that I am grateful for. I am aiming to do this daily with the full awareness that I may skip some days...but let's remain real at first, so that this goal can stay manageable. Right?

I think this all started when I was on pinterest and I saw this:

So true.

It completely resonated with me.

So here I go...

Today I am grateful for having the time to boil water, brew my tea, sit down and browse the internet, all while having the whole house smell like my spicy black chai tea.

Best Friends

2012-01-09T09:00:00.000-08:00

Faux fur vests

2012-01-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

via HERE

I want one, please.

via HERE

Tonight....

2011-12-31T11:30:00.000-08:00

...grab a glass and yell...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

2012 is going to be great.

Quote of the day

2011-12-28T06:00:00.000-08:00

"Do something today that your future self will thank you for."

- anonymous -

Christmas

2011-12-24T16:53:00.000-08:00

via pinterest

Sparkly Nails

2011-12-20T06:30:00.000-08:00

Jeweled nails. Bedazzled Nails. Glittery nails. I'm not sure what to call them...

But I think this would be a great look for NYE or holiday parties!

Love the gold.

Link

Gift idea for your wine-loving friend

2011-12-16T04:00:00.000-08:00

I think they're silly and I think they will make your wino friend smile!

Sippy cups for adults!

Go here to order them.

mustard

2011-12-12T06:30:00.000-08:00

via HERE

via HERE
I would love to have an excuse to wear an outfit like this.

via HERE

Pat on the back for me

2011-12-10T17:50:00.000-08:00

I did some serious Christmas shopping today.

Just need to find some supplemental gifts now...you know? Sometimes the main gift needs a companion. A much smaller and cheaper companion.

image via HERE

Good luck to those still getting through the bulk of their shopping list.

Caramel + Cheesecake + Apple

2011-12-09T06:30:00.000-08:00

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Cookie Bars

via ZOOM YUMMY

Caramel cheesecake apple dip

(I think this would be a hit at any holiday party!)

Via Half Baked

Apple Nachos

via Shugary Sweets

Quote of the day

2011-12-05T05:00:00.000-08:00

"Nobody deserves your tears, but whoever deserves them will not make you cry."

- Gabriel Garcia Marquez -

Red coat + Black tights

2011-12-01T07:00:00.000-08:00

So chic.

via

Pizza Puffs...absolutely yes

2011-11-29T05:00:00.000-08:00

go HERE for the recipe

Putting up Christmas

2011-11-28T20:04:00.001-08:00

I think a lot of people put up their Christmas decorations the weekend after Thanksgiving. We usually wait until the first weekend of December, but I'm getting a bit antsy this year. I want to decorate!

image via HERE

What is your family's tradition?

And ever wonder when these family traditions even started?

Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-24T11:25:00.001-08:00

"Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast and a house into a home. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow."

-unknown-

Keep calm and be thankful via Pinterest

Hasselbeck potatoes

2011-11-21T06:30:00.000-08:00

To me, this is an absolute must-try recipe:

Step-by-step instructions HERE

UPDATE: made these and they were a hit. Take my advice and cook the potatoes for a full hour prior to taking them out to add more cheese.

Things that I currently love...

2011-11-18T06:00:00.000-08:00

OPI Bubble Bath Nail polish
(perfect everyday shade)

Panera Bread's chocolate pecan babka

Panera Bread

Champion 360 Max Support Sports Bra

(your girls are not moving!)

BECU gold UW debit Card

Quote of the Day

2011-11-16T16:55:00.001-08:00

"Love me when I least deserve it because that is when I really need it."

- Swedish Proverb -

Hungry? Need lunch?

2011-11-15T11:00:00.000-08:00

I would seriously recommend heading over to your nearby Safeway. They have a great deal: a sandwich, soup, and soda for only $5.49. I couldn't even finish it all! I ate half of everything and plan on having the rest tomorrow for lunch! So, two days worth of lunch for only $5.49? Great deal.

I ordered the...
Tuscan chicken sandwhich = yummy
Butternut squash soup = extra yummy

Lovely dress

2011-11-11T10:32:00.001-08:00

I think Susan Sarandon's dress is so darn pretty! Not too crazy about her daughter, Eva Amurri's, wedding dress. I think it's because it seems a bit too simple for a wedding dress...and it's coordinated with her mother's dress.

But the lace is just so gorgeous.

I would love to find a tailor around the Seattle area to make me something like this.

Both dresses are a Lela Rose creation.

One day...

2011-11-10T04:00:00.000-08:00

...I'll make something like this. I need to start collecting about 200 ornaments first. And I will collect them slowly because I am not willing to pay full price for ornaments.

But I love the idea. Visit here to see the steps.

Easy and Cheap way to clean silver jewelry!

2011-11-09T15:27:00.000-08:00

Source

Bye bye Husky Stadium

2011-11-07T17:05:00.000-08:00

We said goodbye to husky stadium on Saturday. The huskies played their last game in their beloved stadium against Oregon on a cold crisp Autumn day.

They took an awesome 360 picture of the entire stadium and fans. To check out the picture (you can zoom super close) go this website! I was able to find myself in the crowd!!

my type of decor #6

2011-11-06T21:17:00.000-08:00

Weekend is winding down and the new week is about to begin.

I hope all my readers have a positive week ahead of them.

happy halloween!

2011-10-31T01:26:00.000-07:00

Hope you have a childish yet glamorous halloween

Quote of the Day

2011-09-30T05:44:00.000-07:00

"True friends are like diamonds, precious and rare. False friends are like dead leaves, found everywhere."

- unknown -

Happy Monday

2011-08-29T07:10:00.000-07:00

Did you know Tiffany & Co. made purses and clutches? I didn't.

Hope everyone has a good Monday...let's make this a good week!

Quote of the Day

2011-08-23T17:44:00.000-07:00

"True friends are those who are with us when the good things happen. They are pleased by our triumphs. False friends only appear at difficult times, with their sad, supportive faces, when, in fact, our suffering is serving to console them for their miserable lives"

- Paulo Coelho -

Here are my thoughts...

2011-08-22T03:03:00.000-07:00

Hi guys. First off: my apologies. I haven't blogged in awhile. I'm not really sure if I ever had any regular readers, but if I did, I'm sorry for not posting.

Life has been happening over on my end. I graduated from grad school and now I no longer bear the title of student. It's interesting though, how while I was in grad school, everything tanked. Job opportunities are quite slim. It's frustrating for me. I worked hard for 8 years assuming I was working towards something. But, nope. Unemployment is hitting me too. A new graduate with a doctorate has joined the large population of America's unemployed.

Trying very, very hard to keep my spirits up.

I think I will have more time to invest in my blog now.
I need to spruce somethings up over here. All the other bloggers have gotten so fancy. Wowza.
Hugs to you all.

I included some pics of white chairs.

I like white chairs.

via desire to inspire

via life in a venti cup

Bridesmaids VS Hangover 2

2011-05-30T10:13:00.000-07:00

I saw both of these movies this weekend and both are absolutely hilarious! However, if I had to pick, I would recommend Bridesmaids over Hangover 2. Why?

I think Bridesmaids has funnier moments. Hangover 2 has more of a shock value to it...so you end up laughing out of shock.
I was so impressed with Kristen Wiig. She's actually a fabulous actress! I don't think you realize it while watching her on SNL. And everyone had such great chemistry in the movie.
The Hangover crew is adorable.
Bridesmaids is absolutely NOT a chick flick. I honestly think everyone would enjoy it.

happy mother's day

2011-05-08T01:47:00.000-07:00

i love you, maman

Quote of the day

2011-04-13T17:06:00.000-07:00

"Anyone can give up. It's the easiest thing in the world to do. But to hold it together, when everyone else would understand if you fell apart, that's true strength."

- annonymous -

turquoise decor touches

2011-03-21T09:29:00.000-07:00

nice pop of color!

happy monday

happy st. patty's day

2011-03-17T00:02:00.000-07:00

i can appreciate the subtle touches of green in this room!

my type of decor #5

2011-03-08T07:09:00.000-08:00

via life in a venti cup

via shoebox decor

quote of the day

2011-02-27T05:02:00.000-08:00

"Sitting next to you doing nothing means absolutely everything to me."

- unknown (via Le Love) -

happy valentine's day

2011-02-14T01:23:00.000-08:00

hope you're spending the day with someone you love: your mother, your husband, your friend, your boyfriend, your daughter/son, your lover, your mentor, your fiance, whoever makes your soul smile.

via slices of beauty

my type of decor #4

2011-02-07T01:55:00.000-08:00

quote of the day

2011-01-24T10:40:00.000-08:00

"There is no elevator to success. You have to take the stairs."

- unknown -

just re-discovered these...

2011-01-19T04:57:00.000-08:00

YUM!!!

After Eight Chocolates

i need a dress soonish

2011-01-13T12:26:00.000-08:00

all dresses from Nordstrom.com

black and white frames

2011-01-13T01:30:00.000-08:00

beautiful hair

2011-01-11T02:13:00.000-08:00

i wish i could pull of the middle part with loose curls look.

i try, but it doesn't look right on me.

today's date is kinda cool, huh? 1.11.11

things that I currently love...

2011-01-07T04:29:00.000-08:00

Opi Jade Nail polish
(dark green can be so chic)

Chobani Greek Yogurt

My Anne Klein Calantha boots

Annie's Sour Cream & Onion bunny crackers

happy monday

2011-01-03T02:07:00.000-08:00

i lovvveeee this dress.

wish i could just move the v neck up a little.

oh i also wish i could afford it.

sophisticated but fun

2010-12-29T02:02:00.000-08:00

ideas for a fabulous NYE party.

laughter, jingle bells, snow, presents, mistletoes, family...

2010-12-25T02:08:00.000-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS

silver

2010-12-23T02:12:00.000-08:00

i need a good nights sleep

2010-12-20T07:10:00.000-08:00

via real simple

anyone know the cure?

purple

2010-12-13T00:31:00.000-08:00

via beautiful things to share

purple can be fancy-schmancy

monique lhuillier

2010-12-08T01:20:00.000-08:00

if only i had money to splurge

and so it begins...

2010-12-05T01:11:00.000-08:00

christmas time is here! time for joy. time for family. time to decorate.....but just remember: don't go crazy.
you don't need to spend thousands. don't need to bake for every party. don't need to stress.
and for goodness sake, don't over-decorate either. if you do anything like this, you have gone too far:

i wanna drink a candy cane

2010-12-02T09:59:00.000-08:00

candy cane punch

recipe from dunkin cooking the semi-homemade way

kitchens

2010-11-29T01:19:00.000-08:00

via desire to inspire

via beautiful things to share

via princess crowns and pearls

i would love nothing more than to cook in these kitchens!

thanksgiving leftovers...i love this part

2010-11-26T09:41:00.000-08:00

via closet cooking

celebrity crush

2010-11-24T01:50:00.000-08:00

happy monday!

2010-11-22T00:34:00.000-08:00

this is a short week for most of us!

smiles all around.

BCBG
(pretty dress!...would be cute with opaque tights and grey booties, too)

white dresser

2010-11-14T12:00:00.000-08:00

the white dresser in this picture has inspired me to find a beat up dresser at a flea market, give it some love, and glamorize it!

it would look so wonderful and i would be so proud.

i will do that someday. just not today.

white and grey

2010-10-21T08:00:00.000-07:00

i love these two rooms. such inspiration to me.

in other news, president obama is expected to speak at UW today. i'm preparing myself for an insane amount of traffic in the area.

happy thursday everyone...so close to friday!

cozy

2010-09-21T09:32:00.000-07:00

i love the rich colors.

i love the cozy feel.

i want my home to always feel this inviting.

i like to think that it does.

i need to work on keep it this tidy.

i wish i enjoyed cleaning. ugh.

happy friday!

2010-09-10T00:34:00.000-07:00

and here is a pretty picture to look at:

flickr

Quote of the Day

2010-09-01T05:31:00.000-07:00

"Just because someone doesn't love you the way you want them to, doesn't mean they don't love you with everything they have."

- unknown (via le love) -

things that i currently love...

2010-08-29T21:19:00.000-07:00

best chapstick. i am obsessed. i give them as gifts too.

this tasty eclipse gum provides great breath for hours
(it's called "exotic berry" because it has cardamom in it)

this perfectly moisturizing, non-greasy vitamin E

(super cheap, found at walgreens!)

chocolate chip cookie wrapped around a brownie

2010-08-22T01:47:00.000-07:00

i cannot get over these cookies.

just look at them.

the recipe can be found over at the amazing bakerella.

dusty rose

2010-07-28T01:16:00.000-07:00

via beautiful things to share

I'm not a very big pink fan. Only because I feel that it can be very "little-girlish."

But I love this dusty shade of pink.

It's so sophisticated.

oh just some glass jars

2010-07-26T00:01:00.000-07:00

image via black.white.yellow

via so haute

via rizy bee

target

via ritzy bee

wonderful signs

2010-07-23T03:38:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday!

p.s. I thought these were neat..

via le love

via i heart you

quote of the day

2010-07-20T16:28:00.000-07:00

"Smart people might have all the answers, but stupid people have all the interesting questions."

-anonymous-

closet office

2010-07-17T15:33:00.000-07:00

i absolutely love this idea! a great way to transform an extra closet into a useful space.

note the mirror...ahhhh...such a great idea! why didn't i think of that?

image via small place style

so fresh!

2010-07-07T00:31:00.000-07:00

via project wedding

image via pink wallpaper

this cake and this room seem so fresh to me.

so summery.

so perfect for a day like this (seattle is perfectly beautiful right now).

Quote of the Day

2010-06-07T01:55:00.001-07:00

"To the outside world, we all grow old. But not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we always were. We know each other's hearts. We share private family jokes. We remember family feuds and secrets, family griefs and joys. We live outside the touch of time."

- unknown -

my type of decor #3

2010-05-30T13:05:00.000-07:00

Quote of the Day

2010-04-18T23:52:00.000-07:00

"When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build windmills."

- Chinese proverb -

messy bangs

2010-04-08T23:41:00.000-07:00

i like jennifer lopez's bangs.

and how that style of bangs can also be glamorous too...like seen on heidi klum.

i'm sick

2010-04-07T22:22:00.000-07:00

something is definitely going around. bodyaches, fever, sneezing, coughing...the whole works. defend yourselves with antibacterial gel!
i believe in tea therapy. let's see if it'll work this time around.

via real simple

black accents

2010-04-02T02:36:00.000-07:00

image via Knight moves

i never ever considered using black paint in my apartment. but the more i see it used in catalogs and blogs, the more i'm loving it.

i wonder if it would work as well in smaller spaces though.

i like your outfits, victoria

2010-03-27T14:11:00.000-07:00

victoria beckham dresses so lady-like sometimes. she's almost got you fooled.

tuna bean salad

2010-03-27T01:21:00.000-07:00

looks easy and delicious. i will be making this soon!

recipe from here!

pillows: fluffy and beautiful

2010-03-14T00:59:00.000-08:00

via sara story design

via pink wallpaper

via chichi and luxe

pillows can add so much to a room.
if i could, i would place a decorative pillow on every bed, chair, and couch that i own. but i am in no position to spend anything more than maybe $10 on a pillow. so, i've decided i want to learn how to sew my own pillows! i have a good idea of what i like, and if i stalk fabricate stores enough, i'm sure i'll be able to find some great deals on fabric!