West Street Story

installing crown molding in the kitchen

2013-03-13T13:54:00.001-05:00

Yes, you are seeing this right….this is an UPDATE on our kitchen project. We are still standing firm with the “it’s functional” response when asked where the kitchen project stands, but we are finally getting back into the swing of things to get the “finishing touch” projects done. That includes installing the crown molding. We knew going into the project we were going to add this. It made it

the top five places to buy k cups

2013-03-10T20:36:00.001-05:00

After professing my Keurig brewing system love, I thought I would share with you my “secrets” to finding great deals on k cups. Like I mentioned in my last post, one of the biggest downfalls {for me} with the Keurig is the cost of the k cups themselves. Therefore, I am always on the lookout for a good deal on some of my favorite flavors! Here are my top five k cup retailers: 1. Amazon This is

why I like {and don’t like} my Keurig B60 Special Edition Brewer

2013-03-10T14:05:00.001-05:00

It dawned on me that I have very strong opinions about the good and the bad aspects of my two Keurig brewers. Okay, I’ll be honest…I have strong opinions for almost every aspect of my life, but there is not enough blog space in the world to cover it all. So, for now, I will stick to sharing my thoughts and {strong} feelings about my Keurigs. I have two Keurig machines, one in the work office

5 reasons {and ways} to eat kale

2013-02-17T09:25:00.001-06:00

Recently Graham and I started eating a bit differently. It was due to the combination of receiving a high cholesterol diagnosis and with starting to try to get pregnant again. BOTH of our bodies needed a tune-up. Graham wasn’t about to go on high cholesterol medicine and what I eat is literally the only thing that I can control when it comes to making sure a pregnancy can thrive. We knew we

can the year really only be a month old?

2013-01-26T08:18:00.001-06:00

January 2013. This month was filled with such big highs and lows that one would expect to look back on events and believe to be reminiscing about the entire year and not just one singular month! It all started with some very exciting news….we found out Graham’s brother was engaged to be married! Technically speaking, Graham and I found out right before the new year, but the couple was making

a year long miscarriage

2013-01-02T09:11:00.001-06:00

Warning, this post is LONG. I have decided to try and get through the rest of my story {as it is up until today} in one post. Now that it is 2013, Graham and I are both ready to have this be THE year. Although we will never forget the past two years, as they are a part of who we are today, we do want to start with a clean slate {so to speak} as we begin trying again. We are more focused on

$10 off $35 coupon at Walgreens

2012-12-17T07:04:00.001-06:00

Today is going to be an “off” day for me, for the most part. This week ended up being a bit hectic, and with what feels like a cold {or something} coming on, I may have pushed myself a bit too hard rather than letting myself rest. Since I have two big wedding shows coming up at the beginning of January, and plenty still to do, I thought this would be my last opportunity at a recuperation day

{pinterest project of the week} north pole cupcakes with free printable

2012-12-13T12:25:00.001-06:00

Who doesn’t love Pinterest, am I right? However, I am definitely one of those that pins way more projects than will ever get accomplished. But why not at least share some of the cute ideas I have come across? Maybe it will motivate me to actually do instead of just pin {I doubt it, but you should, ha!} In the spirit of Christmas, I have for you a very cute cupcake idea that I came across.

Stock Up Items at Wags Update; FREE Simple Face Products

2012-12-12T07:01:00.001-06:00

I have an update for the stock up items and prices from Monday {based on my stop yesterday}. There is actually a MUCH better deal on the Simple products where you can get the Facial Cleansing Cloths for FREE. First off, there is a new coupon available {that you will want to use to get the products for free} for $2.00 off here: (2) $2 off Simple Product (must play game to get coupon, but you do

cellars wine club discount

2012-12-11T11:15:00.001-06:00

I like wine….a lot…. {almost as much as my friend Tim’s margaritas, as was evidenced this past weekend….haha} Anyways, when we remodeled the kitchen, we added a cubby specifically for a wine fridge and I have been slowly trying to fill it…. {in other words, trying to consume it more slowly than having it hang out in the fridge} When an email from the Cellars Wine Club came across my desk, I

Stock Up Items at Walgreens for the week 12/9-12/15

2012-12-10T10:07:00.001-06:00

This past weekend the stockpile gave some of my family members gifts. This is the second year “gifting” stockpile goodie bags….and the same questions occurred, asking how I could possibly be getting all of these things for free {or for so little}. Everyone was amazed with my couponing the day after Thanksgiving {the ultimate Black Friday trip to Walgreens}. This year I scored $170 worth of

the many emotions while on a rollercoaster ride

2012-11-30T22:13:00.001-06:00

I do not like to take risks. In almost every decision I make, more than likely I have analyzed the different possible outcomes. That is why when faced with an extremely large, and extremely fast roller coaster {just like all my non-risk taker friends out there}, I hesitate to even get in line for the ride. First, there is the nauseous feeling once buckled into the seat, when the bar gets pulled

this is your last chance for savings…really!

2012-11-30T06:31:00.001-06:00

Although Tiny Prints ended their 30% off promotion yesterday, they have decided to extended one FINAL sitewide promotion. Now through Sunday, you can still receive a 25% discount. If you haven’t ordered your Christmas cards yet, today would be the day to do so! Here are the details: Deal Dates: Friday, November 30 - Sunday, December 2 11:59pm PTPromotion: 25% Off SitewidePromo Code:

discount on custom mugs at tiny prints

2012-11-29T09:10:00.001-06:00

Today’s deal of the day at Tiny Prints is a discount on their custom mugs. What a great present idea! Thursday’s Deal: 35% off mugs Code: CYBER1129 Expiration: 11/29/12 11:59 pm PT Also do not forget that today is the last day to get 30% off your order sitewide!

extended deals AND a deal on self-inking stamps!

2012-11-28T07:35:00.001-06:00

Great news...if you missed the Tiny Prints Cyber Monday/Tuesday 30% sitewide sale, they are extending for another two days! You can still get a great deal on the best custom holiday cards, Christmas cards, Hanukkah cards, holiday party invitations, custom photo gifts...everything on their site is on sale for two more days, today and tomorrow, November 29. Just use the promo code CB12 when you

in case you missed Shutterfly’s cyber monday deal

2012-11-27T07:00:00.001-06:00

Shutterfly’s Cyber Monday promotion of 25% off their already reduced {by up to 50% off} prices was a huge hit. I saw it being “claimed” on Facebook by tons of people. But that promotion ended…..yesterday. Did you miss it? Are you kicking yourself? No worries! Shutterfly’s Thanks+Giving sale {where items are up to 50% off} goes until Wednesday, AND I have a special discount code you can use

vintage owl pendant necklaces

2012-11-26T14:07:00.001-06:00

Do you remember me telling you about my newly found obsession with owls {but not the creepy owls….the cute ones}? Well, I just stumbled upon some owly gems. Literally! Whenever I come across good deals such as these, I tend to buy a couple and put them in my gift closet {yes, I have one of those}. Then, whenever I need a gift for someone, I open it up and put together a fun gift basket from

free naughty or nice holiday gift tag printable

2012-11-26T13:11:00.001-06:00

‘Tis the season of giving! Today I am sharing with you a cute holiday gift tag printable file that I just created for my own gift giving purposes. The tags feature a light blue and cranberry red color scheme. You could simply print these tags out and cut them as such, but you can easily jazz them up as well. As you can see in the picture, I adhered the printed tags {which I printed on a

cyber monday deals from Tiny Prints and Treat!

2012-11-26T06:28:00.001-06:00

It's time to buy your holiday cards, invitations, and personalized gifts. Which is why I am sharing with you some great Cyber Monday deals for you courtesy of Tiny Prints and Treat! Just in time for the season, Tiny Prints is offering 30% off everything on their site. Custom holiday cards, Christmas cards, Hanukkah cards, holiday party invitations, custom photo gifts...you name it, it's on sale

thankfulness being put into perspective

2012-11-25T20:20:00.001-06:00

During Thanksgiving week, I would guess that most everyone takes at least a quick moment to think about what they are thankful for. This year, my thankfulness was put to the test. But first, let’s rewind a bit. Last year, during the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, I found out that I was going to have my second miscarriage. At the time, it was really hard to be “thankful". Although we have

why it took us a year to get pregnant

2012-11-17T09:04:00.001-06:00

When Graham and I made the conscious decision to start trying to get pregnant, and start our family, we were both very excited. We were finally married, had just bought our first home, Graham had started his position in his new office, and I was now at home full-time with my business {in the top floor of our house that we had just finished into my studio}. We thought it was the perfect time

learning I have hypothyroidism…and thinking it was a joke

2012-11-16T15:30:00.001-06:00

Today, on day 2 of my third miscarriage, I am happy to say things aren’t going too badly. If there is one thing I hate to do, it is to just sit around and waste time. I do not know if this miscarriage is really going all that better than the last two {pain wise} or because I knew what to expect ahead of time. Either way, it is not hitting me as hard. Regardless of my current pain level, I

sharing my survival story

2012-11-15T06:25:00.001-06:00

Within the last 48 hours, I heard the following statements: “I have only ever seen this in pictures at medical conferences” “I have never seen this in a real life situation” “In 30 years as an Obstetrician, I have seen this only one other time” Within the last 24 hours, I was sitting in the Oncology area of the local hospital, next to a patient seemingly receiving his chemo therapy, waiting for

enjoy 10 free holiday cards!

2012-11-08T05:52:00.001-06:00

Although I would LOVE to have each and every one of you come in and design a custom holiday card with me, I realize that come this time of the year, holiday card shopping gets done online, in your pajamas, at one o’clock in the morning. That is why I have teamed up with a few select retailers this year and boy, oh boy, do I have a GREAT deal for you from TinyPrints! Thru 11/13 you can get 10

invites by jen signage and office sneak peek

2012-10-05T12:35:00.001-05:00

As promised in my earlier post today, here is a quick update as to how the Invites by Jen office space is coming along. Invites by Jen is now officially marketed on the side of the Healy building. No, that is not my phone number. That would be the number to the building manager. It is unfortunate that the way the sign works {and for adding new tenants to the sign}, my landlord may now get