I used to write in my diary religiously. Lately, with all of the blogging and twittering I do online, I very rarely sit down with a notebook and pen to jot down all of the thoughts floating around my head. However, if I had one of these limited edition handbound journals ($25) by freshlyblended press… Continue reading freshlyblended and lara cameron journals | SIMA

I’m so inspired by the still life photography of Decor8’s Holly Becker She makes everyday objects look so ethereal. Recently I decided to put my still life skills to the test and photograph some white flowers that were originally part of a larger bouquet that my mother bought me for my birthday. As I’ve learned… Continue reading my still life photography attempt | SIMA

I’m so inspired by the still life photography of Decor8’s Holly Becker She makes everyday objects look so ethereal. Recently I decided to put my still life skills to the test and photograph some white flowers that were originally part of a larger bouquet that my mother bought me for my birthday. As I’ve learned… Continue reading my still life photography attempt | SIMA

Of the three cities J and I visited in Italy on our honeymoon — Venice, Florence and Rome — I’d have to say that Florence was our favorite. We loved the old-world feel of the city and how it still managed to balance the modern with the aged. Because of our love for Florence, I… Continue reading the doorbells of florence | SIMA

Because of my dry, scratchy throat, I’ve been drinking tea instead of coffee in the morning for past two weeks. Is it just me or does coffee sound less appetizing when you have a sore throat?  Today I’m trying a new flavor: Goji Berry Pomegranate Green Tea by Celestial Seasonings. What’s your favorite type of tea? … Continue reading tea for a sore throat | SIMA

As I previously mentioned, I’m taking part in Susannah Conway’s online workshop, Unravelling: Ways of Seeing My Self. Our first photography assignment was to photograph our feet. This is my favorite photo of the bunch I took this week.

Last Friday night we got a couple of inches of snow–much to the delight of Briscoe, who loved playing in it the next day. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BLsHvD-GCY&rel=1&border=0] A friend sent this to J yesterday… [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=no0WqYWdH74]

It was this Giclee print by LexyArt that inspired my blog’s new color scheme, and I just ordered it to hang in my office. I’m slowly starting to collect prints and photographs, mostly from Etsy, to create an eclectic wall of framed art. Hopefully I’ll be able to show you some “After” photos soon! I… Continue reading Decorating | SIMA

Last night, J and I dined on Papa John’s pizza, a homemade Caesar salad and a bottle of wine while watching “In Bruges” on HBO on Demand. It’s been on both of our “must see” lists–especially after Colin Farrell won a Golden Globe for his performance. Now that I’ve watched it, I definitely agree that… Continue reading Movies | SIMA

I’m so excited for the debut of the new and improved Somewhere in Middle America! What do you think? I love it. A big thanks to Aaron C. and Abby B. for their help. I couldn’t have done it without you guys. Seriously. These past couple of weeks have been quite busy. J returned home… Continue reading Somewhere in Middle America – Part 2