I’m sad to report that, in the past two days, I had to dispose of two deceased bunnies in my backyard. The whole experience was a bit traumatizing, and I’m grateful that my mom was in town and able to assist.

And by assist, I mean that she shoveled the baby rabbits into the black garbage bags while I shrieked and closed my eyes.

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In an effort to save money and eat more healthfully, I’ve started bringing my lunch and an afternoon snack to work rather than buying. (I’m sorry, but even though Subway is quasi-healthy, it’s still fast food in my opinion.)

The food I pack is not very exciting. Typically I’ll eat a sandwich on wheat bread with some Baked Lays or pretzels around 1pm and then 1 oz of almonds around 4pm. I dump a single-serving packet of Crystal Light iced tea mix into a reusable water bottle to wash it all down.

I’ve realized, however, that I go through quite a few plastic baggies now that I bring my lunch, which got me thinking about reusable sandwich and snack bags. Sure, I could reuse my Ziplock bags, but an even better alternative would be a washable, colorful sandwich bag.  I found a bunch that I like from Wrap-n-Mat, WasteNot Saks, ReUsies, Kids Konserve and LunchSkins. Even Tupperware makes a sandwich container–perfect if you’ve got a delicate PB&J to transport. Plus, nearly all of the above-mentioned companies also make snack-sized bags, so I could pack my almonds in (environmentally friendly) style.

But which to choose…

What’s better than fresh, ripe strawberries? Fresh, ripe strawberries covered in chocolate! But what do you do with the excess melted chocolate? Raid the pantry, discover a box of uneaten Nilla wafers and then cover them in chocolate too!

Best last minute dessert idea. Ever.

I’m replacing the old idiom, “Don’t cry over spilled milk,” with a new one, “Don’t cry over shrunken sweaters.”

And as a PSA: if an item of clothing offers you the choice to Wash Cold or Dry Clean, choose the latter.

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I’m not typically drawn to the masculine color scheme of this room at the Chancellor Hotel in San Francisco, but I rather like it. I’d even consider redecorating my bedroom one day in a similar fashion. The pattern on the valance and the stark white bedding add to the room’s preppy charm.

PS – I heart San Francisco.

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The Worst: Waking up in the middle of the night with a headache so severe you are totally nauseated.

The Best: Having a husband voluntarily get out of bed to grab you super strength Motrin and a cup of water.

Thanks, J!

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This textile canvas by Laura Amiss is absolutely darling – though perhaps a bit seasonal. Fall decor, anyone? Still, I’m sure I can find a year-round spot on my wall for it.

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If I had $225 burning a hole in my pocket, I would spend it on Jessica Hische’s Letterpress Drop Cap poster.

It’s not a celebration without a pink Funfetti cake! After a delicious Valentine’s Day brunch at Dixie Quicks and a trip to the movie theater to see “An Education,” J prepared dinner while I made dessert. I thing serving pink Funfetti cakes for special occasions is becoming a new tradition for us.

We made our first back in January for my dad’s birthday, and it was so yummy and festive that we’ve become addicted. A couple of weeks ago for a dinner party I used chocolate frosting instead of pink vanilla on a Funfetti cake, and it definitely wasn’t the same.

How did you celebrate Valentine’s Day?

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