When J returned home from his deployment last week, I resolved to alleviate him from dinner-making duties more frequently. Since he enjoys cooking, I do what I can to stay out of the kitchen. However, I’m working on being more domestic and think it’s important that we share responsibilities. (Plus, I’m hoping that if I… Continue reading can you chop onions without crying? | SIMA
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50% off shellac manicure | SIMA
Readers, I received a lovely email from Rebecca at Living Social letting me know about today’s amazing deal – 50% off a Shellac manicure at Kathryn’s Nails. Rebecca discovered Shellac after reading about it right here on Somewhere in Middle America! I’m honored that my blog influenced her to suggest the long-lasting manicure as a… Continue reading 50% off shellac manicure | SIMA
meet lola | SIMA
In honor of National Dog Day, I’d like to share a photograph of my friend’s dog Lola, who graciously allowed me to take her portrait the other day. She’s part beagle, part dachshund and part diva. Isn’t she a beaut?
hey, four eyes | SIMA
Lately I’ve been spending hours at a time in front of the computer, and my eyes have been paying the price. Eyestrain, headaches… It literally just dawned on me that I have prescription glasses to wear when I’m working at the screen… if only I could find them. I honestly don’t think I’ve worn them… Continue reading hey, four eyes | SIMA
Manicure | SIMA
Readers, I received a lovely email from Rebecca at Living Social letting me know about today’s amazing deal – 50% off a Shellac manicure at Kathryn’s Nails. Rebecca discovered Shellac after reading about it right here on Somewhere in Middle America! I’m honored that my blog influenced her to suggest the long-lasting manicure as a… Continue reading Manicure | SIMA
hey, four eyes | SIMA
Lately I’ve been spending hours at a time in front of the computer, and my eyes have been paying the price. Eyestrain, headaches… It literally just dawned on me that I have prescription glasses to wear when I’m working at the screen… if only I could find them. I honestly don’t think I’ve worn them… Continue reading hey, four eyes | SIMA
marcel the shell with shoes on | SIMA
Yesterday, several of my Twitter friends were conversing using strange hashtags like #marcellattheclub and #marcelleatplay. It took me a few minutes to realize they were talking about Marcel, the protagonist from the stop motion video “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On” by Dean Fleischer-Camp and SNL’s Jenny Slate. Check it out (and make sure your… Continue reading marcel the shell with shoes on | SIMA
a 14-day manicure: the results | SIMA
Two week ago I got a CND Shellac manicure, and I have to say, I’m a believer. It’s still just as shiny as it was on day one, but it didn’t stay chip-free for a full 14 days. By day 11 I noticed wear and tear along the tips and near my cuticle; you could… Continue reading a 14-day manicure: the results | SIMA
marcel the shell with shoes on | SIMA
Yesterday, several of my Twitter friends were conversing using strange hashtags like #marcellattheclub and #marcelleatplay. It took me a few minutes to realize they were talking about Marcel, the protagonist from the stop motion video “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On” by Dean Fleischer-Camp and SNL’s Jenny Slate. Check it out (and make sure your… Continue reading marcel the shell with shoes on | SIMA
pick a paint, any paint | SIMA
I’m over at Elizabeth Anne Designs Living today writing about all the possible colors I am considering painting my bedroom — teal, orchid and aubergine. I would love some input from my design savvy readers, so hop on over to EADL and help me decide!