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CraftStylish: Contributor, August 2008-present “How I Changed My Life By Quitting My Job,” Oct. 12, 2008 “Can Friends Be Business Partners?” Oct. 19, 2008 “Getting Down to Business,” Oct. 26, 2008 “The Money Man,” Nov. 2, 2008 “The Name Game,” Nov. 9, 2008 Lemondrop: The Starter Life (a biweekly blog about adjusting to life in… Continue reading Clips | Somewhere in Middle America

There was once a girl who loved talking on the phone. She loved it so much that her Bat Mitzvah theme was telephones, and her corresponding birthday present from her parents was her own phone and phone line. Flash forward to today. The girl now has a BlackBerry, which she uses all the time… but… Continue reading i’m pj, and i have telephobia | Somewhere in Middle America

Last night my friends and I got together for craft night, which we try to hold every couple of months (although I wish it took place more often). Rather than work on the scarf I’ve been knitting for over a year and a half, I decided to take on a project that I could start… Continue reading d.i.y. marble magnets | Somewhere in Middle America

Disclosure: I am extremely lazy. It only takes me 15-20 minutes to straighten my hair, but I like to prolong the life of my at home blow outs for as long as possible. I can easily get away with two days, but I’d like to be able to go three without blow drying my hair… Continue reading prolonging the life of a blowout | Somewhere in Middle America

Congratulations to Vane of Brooklyn Bride on the opening of her new online store, BklynPillow. By popular demand she is now creating ring pillows like the one she made for her own wedding. We didn’t use a ring pillow at our wedding. Did you? (via Brooklyn Bride) Can somebody please explain to me why is… Continue reading friday round-up | Somewhere in Middle America

I gave my six-week notice today, so it’s official – I’m moving to Omaha! Once you say the words “I’m leaving” to your boss, it suddenly feels very real. I predict the next couple of weeks are going to pass very quickly. Before I know it it’ll be time to pack up the car and… Continue reading it’s official! | Somewhere in Middle America

Our neighbor’s children made this adorable Valentine’s Day- themed snowcouple on Sunday. Sadly, by Monday, they had lost their carrot stick noses and most of their heft. Mr. Snowman also lost the branch arm that was connecting him to his wife. Still, we can imagine that they are very much in love, perhaps even enjoying… Continue reading Do You Exchange Gifts on Valentine's Day? | SIMA

Oysters at Felix’s Not pictured: Char-grilled oysters that were BEYOND insane. Beignets and Hot Chocolate at Café Du Mondé My dad was the only one of the group who accidentally sniffed the powdered sugar. And suffered. Pretzles, Boudin and Sweet + Spicy Brisket Sliders at Butcher We also ordered a muffaletta (never did make it… Continue reading My Favorite Meals in New Orleans | SIMA

Today I’m officially 30-and-a-half, so I figure it’s time I gave some serious thought to my belated birthday gift. I’m owed a 30th birthday gift because I wasn’t sure what to ask for when I hit the milestone in March, but I realized over the summer that I’d really like an aquamarine ring to mark… Continue reading Jewelry | SIMA

Today I’m officially 30-and-a-half, so I figure it’s time I gave some serious thought to my belated birthday gift. I’m owed a 30th birthday gift because I wasn’t sure what to ask for when I hit the milestone in March, but I realized over the summer that I’d really like an aquamarine ring to mark… Continue reading the perfect aquamarine ring | SIMA