1. I just completed reading the most wonderful book! If you are a woman who has dreams of being an entrepreneur or have other big career goals, I highly recommend the book "Basic Black" by Cathie Black, the president of Hearst Magazines. It is extremely well written, you almost feel as though you are sitting down to have a one-on-one conversation with Cathie over a cup of tea. For each point she makes, she shares a personal story that reflects why the point is valid and how it can be executed in your own career. I loved every minute of it. My mother gave me my copy for Christmas this year, and it was such a wonderful gift. It would be fabulous to give to any motivated female graduate too!
2. I just discovered the most adorable children's clothing catalog. It's called Mini Boden and they are located in the UK. There is a flat shipping rate for US customers. Everything is made of high quality cottons & other fabrics that wash beautifully and last forever. The little girls selection is especially fabulous and practically irresistible!!! I am in love with all of the unique patterns & color combinations they offer. Super trendy, but a little classic retro at the same time. Hannah created her wish list and it is over a page long. Decisions, decisions! Oh, and don't even get me started on the accessories! (Yup, that's right! Sneakers, flip flops, headbands and more!!!)
3. David and I found the most incredible restaurant in Nashville! I know there are quite a few readers who are near that area and I just had to spread the word! Flyte restaurant is a perfect haven for foodies who love to experiment with unique flavor combinations! We felt like we were at the judge's table on Top Chef! The presentation was impeccable and the taste of each and every bite was unforgettable. There wasn't a crumb left on any plate after each course! They also have an extensive wine selection with a wait staff that is fabulous at suggesting pairings. The ambiance is perfect for a little romantic date with your significant other. We are anxious to have the opportunity to go back again soon!
4. I have heard so many interesting guesses regarding the sneak peek image I shared the other day! I thought I would offer up another one today! This image is from the same set as the last one. I am very curious to hear what you might think it could be!
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5. My dear friend Mish made THE most adorable baby gift using one of our egg boxes the other day. I just LOVE what she did! You have to check it out and bookmark it for future reference, especially if you have a baby shower to attend anytime soon!!!
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6. I was going through all of my projects the other day, trying to reorganize my studio a bit, and I came across this one from November. I think this is one of my favorite projects ever! I've always loved simple black & white designs, not only in paper crafting, but in my wardrobe too! Have you tried your hand at creating a black & white project yet? Go through your stash and pull out everything black or white and start playing! It is really fun to look at your stamps in a different way and create black & white patterns! If you take me up on this little challenge, be sure to post a link to your project in the comments section so I can check it out!
