Monthly Archives: December 2009

December round-up

Posted on December 31, 2009 by

On the last day of each month I share relevant links that I’ve enjoyed. Here are some of my favorite posts by fellow bloggers from the month of December. “Troubleshooting for Luna” @ Chez Larsson, December 7 I recently discovered … Continue reading →

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book recommendation: “Apartment Therapy Presents”

Posted on December 30, 2009 by

One of my Christmas gifts this year was this awesome book, Apartment Therapy Presents by Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan. Many people know Apartment Therapy from the popular blog and Gillingham-Ryan’s original life/home makeover book. I highly recommend both, and I highly recommend … Continue reading →

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Spent $7.98 thrifting

Posted on December 29, 2009 by

This past weekend, my husband and I hit a few local thrift and salvage stores. I gave him a home-beer-brewing kit for Christmas and the only thing he needs in order to start brewing is a five gallon stainless steel … Continue reading →

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Final to-do list of 2009

Posted on December 28, 2009 by

I took this photo on Christmas day. We enjoyed some rare December sunshine in Portland, and I was loving the way the light looked streaming through the windows. What I’m not loving is the way the sunlight manages to highlight … Continue reading →

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Wishing you a peaceful, happy day

Posted on December 25, 2009 by

Whether you are celebrating Christmas today or not, I wish you a very merry day. This is my dog’s annual holiday portrait. Doesn’t he look soooooooo excited?

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Holiday memories and plans

Posted on December 24, 2009 by

My husband’s sweet Nan sent us this trio of glass snowmen. This is the first year I’ve been able to display them since I have more space than I had in our former apartments. Christmas has always been my favorite … Continue reading →

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