Giving Thanks Beyond What is Easy...

Sounds simple, but most of us have to stop and think - what am I truly thankful for? Of course I'm thankful for my family, kids, health, dog, home...  Those are easy things to be thankful for, but what about myself. On most days I'm moving so fast that I don't spend much time thinking of any one thing. Obviously I should be thankful for doing what I love... BUT what about everything that comes with running a small business - I've ran my own businesses for 14 years, and it is a constant struggle and at times devastating. I put everything I have into my business and my products but I'm still not thriving (not yet anyway). Work = Success is not necessarily true. I have some sad days and think, "Should just I quit"? NO WAY, NOT GOING TO HAPPEN! So what am I thankful for??

I am thankful for my optimism and perseverance!

What are you thankful for beyond the easy stuff??

Happy Holidays!

I haven't had much time to blog lately.  I've been relying on Facebook and Twitter.  I hope everyone has a Happy Holiday - spend as much time as possible with your family and appreciate all that you have.  I will be taking a break, but I will return Jan 7th ready share more projects and continue sharing the interior design of the PURE Beach House (we close this week!). 

P.S.  My PURE shopping site is all new and there is a 10% off & Free shipping coupon, just enter Holidays at checkout!



Happy Thanksgiving

Time for a vacation...

I'm going on vacation!!!  We will be driving to New Orleans then cruising to Progreso and Cozumel Mexico!  I'm very excited to get away, but also very busy...  I can't wait to hit the road and take a deep cleansing breath...  I will not be blogging next week, but I will be posting some past post to go with my vacationing mood!

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A wee bit Irish...

I'm only a "wee bit Irish", but St. Patrick's day is always fun.  I'm not into decorating for a St. Patrick's day, but I did find these great shamrocks on Etsy.

Have a great weekend everyone!

{  Wood n Stitches}

{ Little Devel Designs }

{ Mandyson's Marshmallows }

{ Olive Yew Jewels }

{ A Specktacular Mess }

Hearts for Valentines Day...

Here are some sweet eco-friendly hearts from Etsy.

Happy Valentines Day!

Nature Flavors


Heart to Heart Design Studio


Sofi Art


Sweet Tomy Heart

Easing into the New Year...

It is back to work after a lovely Holiday Season... Truthfully I'm not ready and I would rather lounge in this big, comfy bed all day...  I know my motivation will return later this week or next - I like to ease into the New Year :)

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Happy Holidays!

Ahh right to my hips....

My specialty is cheese cake, but I ONLY make it during the Holiday season. Why? Because it is sooo good and goes straight to our hips :)  Enjoy these delicious Pinterest cheese cake photos - I think I gained a few just looking at them.  Oh and if you need the perfect basic cheese cake recipe let me know!

Happy Holidays!

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Holiday birdies...

Last year I blogged about Precious Bird Ornament by Maternal Nest - they are no longer available, but while looking for eco-friendly holiday ornaments, I found more precious handmade birdies!  I love the hand crafted quality, plus they are sooo cute!!

Happy Holidays!

{ by Wild Peace Organics }

{ Montclair Made }

{ Aimee Re }

{ Little Idea } 

Have yourself a very Vintage Christmas...

I found this precious hand torn ribbon in Sashay Magazine - It is by The Lonely Heart. I Love this etsy shop - it is all about love and hearts. It all feels very vintage and rustic - so sweet...

♪♪♪ Have yourself a very Vintage Christmas... ♪♪♪

Pretty Winter Tables via Pinterest

I'm looking for pretty Winter tables on Pinterest - what a relaxing Friday afternoon.

Have a great weekend everyone!

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Today is my birthday

and this is my simple birthday wish :)

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Eco-Friendly, CONTEMPORARY Calendar

"I want to take a moment to wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!"

Everyone needs a new calendar at the start of the new year... This beautiful botanical calendar, inspired by a hummingbird's perspective is created by Susy Jack. The colors are bright and cheery and the patterns are so eye catching and alive. I love the idea of 3 months displayed together as artwork!

What makes this lovely calendar eco-friendly? It is:

• printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper
• printed with soy ink
• made in the USA

PURE: Chocolate Covered Cherry Scheme

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

Organic, HOLIDAY Cocktail #3

This "Gingerbread Apple Cocktail" from Marie Claire looks so delicious! I modified the ingredients to be all Organic. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

Here is my organic version of the "Gingerbread Apple Cocktail"

• 2 oz. Koval Organic Ginger Liqueur
• 1 oz. Tru Organic Vanilla Vodka
• 2.5 oz. Organic Apple Cider
• A few drops of Organic Lemon Juice
• Organic Orange zest
• Organic Agave syrup

Line a chilled martini glass lightly with agave syrup on a dish followed by spiced graham cracker crumbs. Place all ingredients except for orange zest in a shaker and shake vigorously. Strain into glass. Freshly grate orange zest on drink and serve immediately.

Eco-Friendly, RUSTIC Ornaments

These cute ornaments by Merritt Hyde would look great on your country Christmas tree or clustered on a wall for that vintage feel. They have great detail and rustic style... They would make wonderful gifts!

What makes these precious ornaments eco-friendly? They are:

• made from recycled rusted barn roofing and old flooring nails
• made by hand in the USA

Eco-Friendly, HOLIDAY Card!!

Eco-Friendly, PRECIOUS Bird Ornaments

I fell in love immediately with these precious keepsake bird ornaments by Maternal Nest. They would look so beautiful on a natural Christmas tree... The designer Carrie Hall will customize these ornaments if you wish, that truly would be a special ornament for your holiday tree!

These wonderful keepsake ornaments are eco-friendly because they are:

• handmade in the USA
• constructed out of 100% Irish wool
• filled with an environmentally friendly naturally based fiber
• packaged in an organic cotton pouch

Oh and visit Carrie's great blog too!

Holiday, ORGANIC Cocktail #2

This minty Organic "Peppermint Patty" Holiday cocktail is fun and festive. I love the color and chocolate rim. Oh and I would use glass straws or the new compostable straws (no plastic please)!

Here is the Recipe for "Peppermint Patty" (substitute more organic ingredients)

• 1 ounce white or bittersweet chocolate
• 1 1/2 ounces organic vodka from someone like Bainbridge Organic Distillers
• 1/4 ounce green crème de menthe
• 1/2 ounce white crème de cacao
• 1/4 ounce simple syrup
• Sprig of fresh mint

Melt the chocolate on a saucer in the microwave on low. Roll the rim of the glass through the melted chocolate to create a chocolate “lip.” Combine all of the remaining ingredients (except for the garnish) in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain the cocktail into the chocolate-rimmed glass and garnish with fresh mint. ENJOY! Makes 1 servings.