tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18811811072921766152024-03-19T08:46:41.407-04:00Queen BBridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-28745325679155190422011-05-27T06:05:00.001-04:002011-05-27T06:05:00.844-04:00Summer Weddings<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><div><div style="height: 600px; position: relative; width: 600px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/summer_weddings/set?.mid=embed&id=31597323"><img alt="Summer Weddings" border="0" force="1" height="600" src="http://img2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAABAoWSXBOWDM4NVVTNWNtQkdrV3dXWUM5ZwAAAAQuc2lnCgNqcGcAAAAELm91dAoWMEVqQnRfeUE0Qkd6Q1E0TGV4ejZpQQAAAAJpZAoIYzYwMHg2MDAAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Summer Weddings" width="600" /></a></div></div><div style="font-size: 0.75em; padding-top: 16px;"><div style="clear: both; margin: 0em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.mid=embed-imagelist&id=32449302" rel="nofollow"><img align="left" force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/thing.32449302.s.jpg" style="background-color: white; border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: solid; border-bottom-width: 1px; border-left-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-left-style: solid; border-left-width: 1px; border-right-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-right-style: solid; border-right-width: 1px; border-top-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-top-style: solid; border-top-width: 1px; margin-bottom: 8px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 8px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-left: 2px; padding-right: 2px; padding-top: 2px;" width="50" /></a></div><div style="margin-bottom: 8px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.mid=embed-imagelist&id=32449302" rel="nofollow">J Crew wedding dress</a> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">{1}</span><br />
$225 - jcrew.com<br />
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$138 - nordstrom.com<br />
<br style="display: none;" /></div><div style="clear: both; margin: 0em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.mid=embed-imagelist&id=34859512" rel="nofollow"><img align="left" force="1" height="50" hspace="4" src="http://ak2.polyvoreimg.com/thing.34859512.s.jpg" style="background-color: white; border: 1px solid #cccccc; margin: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 2px;" width="50" /></a></div><div style="margin-bottom: 8px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.mid=embed-imagelist&id=34859512" rel="nofollow">BCBG Max Azria one shoulder cocktail dress</a> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">{3}</span><br />
$248 - nordstrom.com<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This year we have two weddings to attend. The first is in Chicago in August and the second is in NYC in October. I am already busy planning my outfits for the August wedding! I thought it would be fun to have YOU, my readers, vote for my dress! Once you have picked the dress, I will give 3 choices for all of the other items- shoes, jewelry, purse, etc. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">So, let me tell you a little about this wedding. It is in August right outside of Chicago. The ceremony is a Catholic mass in the late afternoon. The reception is immediately following at a Country Club. So, there will be no outfit changes. The bridesmaids will be wearing navy and the bride will be wearing, of course, white! Given these details....what do you think? Please VOTE by COMMENTING to this post. #1 is the Blue #2 is the pink and #3 is the purple. I can't wait to see what you think! </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">VOTE NOW!</span><br />
<br style="display: none;" /></div></div></div>Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-64667226292989497872011-05-20T06:39:00.000-04:002011-05-20T06:39:00.856-04:00Girls' Bedroom<div>My little girls are getting bigger. I know this is inevitable, but it doesn't mean I like it. They have been in big beds for 1 year now. In that year, our focus has been keeping them <i>in</i> their beds, not <i>decorating </i>their beds! Now, that they love their beds, I am ready to make them <i>love</i> their room. Their nursery was classic-Soft pink walls, black and white toile bedding and creamy white furniture. (See it <a href="http://queenbstyle.blogspot.com/2010/10/miss-k-miss-es-nursery.html">Here</a>) I used the toile bedding as inspiration for a French theme. Over their beds were painted " Bonne Nuit K" and "Doux Reves E". (Good Night K & Sweet Dreams E). We invested in furniture that would grow with them, so those pieces are staying. Everything else is up for change. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/86916/Girl-s-Room-traditional-bedroom-charleston"><img alt="Girls Room traditional bedroom" border="0" height="357" src="http://st.houzz.com/simages/86916_0_8-8294-traditional-bedroom.jpg" width="500" /></a></div></div><div style="color: #444444;"><div style="text-align: center;"><small>{<a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designer/charleston" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;"> designer</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/professionals/7762/Alix-J-Bragg" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Alix J. Bragg</a>} </small></div><div style="text-align: center;"><small></small>This room is so sweet and serene. I love the dollhouse in the corner and the all white bedding.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{photo from decorpad}<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444;">This room would be keeping the French theme from their nursery. I love the soft slip-covered headboard.</span></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{photo from decorpad}<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #444444;">This traditional room is so dreamy. I love the soft lilac and butter yellow. The built ins and window treatments are just gorgeous.</span></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{photo from decorpad}<br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I love the creamy walls and furniture that let the pink window panels and pillows really pop. This would also be very easy to grow with my little ones. </span><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">My philosophy for the bedroom is to keep it serene, relaxing and perfect for sleeping. Light, airy fabrics and calming colors work to create a place to unwind. Especially for children's bedrooms, I stay away from stimulating colors and loud activating toys. Only books, soft toys and calming items will make the cut! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">So which is your favorite? Please leave me a comment and let me know! </span></div></div><img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-82968234113156826622011-05-18T06:19:00.003-04:002011-05-18T08:17:16.846-04:00LOVE her!<div style="text-align: left;">I just love Gwyneth Paltrow. She has and does it all! She is an amazingly talented actress (hello, Oscar Winner!), singer (Am I the only Gleek out there?), and blogger (Do you, Goop?). Not to mention that she is the wife of Chris Martin, lead singer of Coldplay, has two beautiful children and is completely dedicated to health and nutrition. She has now added to that amazing resume- Cookbook Author! Have you seen her new cookbook <i>My Father's Daughter?</i> Once again, I am smitten with Gwyneth!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">I scooped up her book up as soon as I saw it, and it has not disappointed! Although she is not a vegetarian, she notes all vegetarian and vegan recipes. She also details how to "Make it Vegan" or "Make it Kid Friendly". Her detailed list of a well stocked pantry is great for new and vetran cooks, alike. My favorites are the White Bean Soup, Fish Tacos and the Sweet Potato Ravioli. I may also have to try the Fudgy Chocolate Brownies!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBNeOsdI8Tc0THW5cQ4zz8fA7E0jYMNYN3_LuP8y2QPVz6NKdcN-qbcMb8DKGlajFXab8j9H9NuTAF4YryrSrD1GxNiMZnpqTZJWcrb33Vc1cUVVis88wDViecLbsrheDyUo-oNcnCr_8/s1600/2011-05-17.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBNeOsdI8Tc0THW5cQ4zz8fA7E0jYMNYN3_LuP8y2QPVz6NKdcN-qbcMb8DKGlajFXab8j9H9NuTAF4YryrSrD1GxNiMZnpqTZJWcrb33Vc1cUVVis88wDViecLbsrheDyUo-oNcnCr_8/s640/2011-05-17.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;">What do you think of Gwyneth?</div><img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-46133763800227518702011-05-17T07:56:00.008-04:002011-05-18T08:16:29.093-04:00Ways to Feel Pretty, Instantly<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jennifer over at the fabulous, <i><a href="http://www.styleyourlifeblog.com/2011/05/ways-to-feel-pretty-instantly.html">Style Your Life</a></i> blog is asking how we feel pretty instantly. Here are my tricks:</span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white;"><i>Color!</i></span></span></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I was <s>cursed</s> blessed with fair Irish skin. So, the best way for me to look alive and feel pretty, is to wear a bright color close to my face. Everyone should wear the colors that looks best on them and makes their face bright. </span><br />
<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/color/set?.mid=embed&id=31550699"><img alt="Color!" border="0" force="1" height="600" src="http://img2.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAABAoWZVkrVURjQUNxY0QxcjFEK2hvTEoyQQAAAAQuc2lnCgNqcGcAAAAELm91dAoWaHM3dm9tdC00Qkdqd2o1TzlTRHY5QQAAAAJpZAoIYzYwMHg2MDAAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" style="cursor: move;" title="Color!" width="600" /></a><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">High Heels</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I used to wear heels everyday for work and loved it. I am only 5'2", so I love the height and slimming effect that a heel offers. Now, ballet flats and sandals are my daily wear. So, when I get to put on a pair of fabulous high heels, I instantly feel pretty. Date night and church on Sunday are my weekly fashion shows, where I wear my heels! I do not own this pair, but absolutely adore them. I secretly hope that someone (my hubby?) will surprise me with these someday! (I won't hold my breath due to the cost!)</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Holding my babies</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There's something about holding a baby that makes your face light up. Everyone looks best with a smile and an expression of pure joy. Despite the lack of sleep, I always feel beautiful with a baby in my arms!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;">What makes you feel pretty?</div><br />
<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-43867039810579395952011-05-13T13:21:00.049-04:002011-05-13T13:45:45.164-04:00Winner!<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana, sans; font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 12px;"></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana, sans; font-size: small;"></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I for one, thought that Kate looked stunning. Her style was effortless, chic and timeless. Aside from seeing the fashion, my absolute favorite moment was when the doors of the balcony opened at Buckingham Palace. Kate was completely stunned and mouthed <i>"Wow"</i>. Perfect! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, always looks effortlessly chic. She even looked impeccable taking out the trash, just days after her wedding. Here is how to emulate her look:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Kate always adheres to the eyes or lips rule. (Only highlight your eyes or lips). She highlights her beautiful eyes with black eyeliner and black mascara and leaves a nude lip. I LOVE this look. My personal favorites are <a href="http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P234210&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5809">Laura Mercier Caviar Eyeliner</a> and <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/lancome-definicils-high-definition-mascara/2786551?origin=keywordsearch&resultback=0">Lancome Definicils Mascara</a>. </span><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #989898; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; line-height: 12px; text-transform: uppercase;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Her manicure is flawless, not flashy. Her nails are cut short and a pale pink polish says understated elegance. My favorites are </span></span><a href="http://www.essie.com/shop/mademoiselle-p-52.html?osCsid=03963c49da78869072afcc4297d19054"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Essie Mademoiselle</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> and </span></span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Seche-Vite-Dry-Fast-Coat/dp/B00150LT40"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. (They always use these products at my favorite nail place- Queen B Salon, aka, my Master Bath!)</span></span></span></div></td></tr>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #989898; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10px; line-height: 12px; text-transform: uppercase;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times; line-height: normal; text-transform: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Kate knows that a little color, goes a long way! It looks like she is not afraid of a faux tan. I LOVE, LOVE Clarin's tanning products. They are </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">so</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> natural looking, never orange and never streaky. Try </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times; line-height: normal; text-transform: none;"><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P53162"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel</span></span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times; line-height: normal; text-transform: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> for your body and </span><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P99115&categoryId=B70"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Clarins Liquid Bronze Self Tanning</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> for your f</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times; line-height: normal; text-transform: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">ace and décolleté.</span></span></span></div></span></td></tr>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My favorite thing about Kate is how gorgeous she looks, even on a canoe. Here, she is sporting my husbands absolute favorite look- the pony tail! I love </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.aveda.com/product/CATEGORY14956/PROD7234/Styling/Hair_Spray/index.tmpl">Aveda Air Control Hair Spray</a>, to</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> hold this hairdo wonderfully without being stiff. </span></div></div><div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivZ1rFvXQq7GySPIJL5FjpsGWNE4S1-VLoIqupnhzxe-_vDtBsPvLOWKdyZB-caLWFYhj4a7JxLoXSy6K49XgsUwBhtDHhO0a6zp_WGZgld3KfJldQiNq77L9vVYUI0cpksBQh8t1znc0/s1600/anonymous-legumes-dete-2203429.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivZ1rFvXQq7GySPIJL5FjpsGWNE4S1-VLoIqupnhzxe-_vDtBsPvLOWKdyZB-caLWFYhj4a7JxLoXSy6K49XgsUwBhtDHhO0a6zp_WGZgld3KfJldQiNq77L9vVYUI0cpksBQh8t1znc0/s320/anonymous-legumes-dete-2203429.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">T</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">he most common question I get asked about being vegetarian is "How do you get enough protein?" It is quite funny to me that people automatically question my eating habits, which are usually, WAY healthier than the person asking. Sometimes, I feel like being <i>cheeky</i> and responding "How do you get your fiber, Vitamin B, C, etc.?" But of course, I am a lady of etiquette, so I would never be so intrusive! The reality is, most American get WAY more protein than needed. Why? Because our country's biggest farms produce- Meat & Dairy. So of course they would like us to eat a lot more protein. But what most people really are lacking is one of the most important nutrients--Fiber! And where can you absolutely NOT get fiber from? Meat and Dairy! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">{1} </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fiber lowers the risk of developing many diseases and conditions that can put your life in danger - heart attack, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, obesity, and certain cancers.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">{2} Fiber can help lower cholesterol by absorbing fat and cholesterol from food. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">{3} Not only does fiber prevent fat absorption, it also helps you feel fuller longer. Filling up on high-fiber foods means you'll have less room for high-fat and highly caloric low-fiber foods. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">{4} Some researchers have calculated that if Americans doubled their intake of fiber, they could cut 100 calories from their daily diet - which could shave off 10 pounds of yearly weight gain.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So, for today's Meatless Monday-- EAT MORE FIBER! And I mean </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>natural</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> fiber (No fiber supplements!)- EAT fruits, vegetables, whole-grains (whole wheat breads & pastas, brown rice, bran, oats), beans, seeds and nuts. Added Bonus- most of these will also give you protein! (FYI! :))</span><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Since we all looked so pretty and it was Mother's Day, I asked my husband to take some pictures of me with the baby bees. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">He suggested that we go down to the beautiful lake in our neighborhood. I loved the idea and immediately had visions of me and my 3 beautiful children, smiling and looking gorgeous in front of a serene background. You know, something out of a magazine. Well, what happened was very far from my visions. No one wanted to cooperate. They were hungry, crabby, the sun was in their eyes, and they were more interested in running down the hill to see the duckies or jump in the water. So, here is the best we could get. It's not perfect, but it's <i>my</i> perfection! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I hope that you all take time today to look past the imperfections of your family, and love and embrace what makes it <i>perfectly your</i> family!</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today, Queen B has a Fabulous <b>FREE</b> giveaway! These gorgeous Stella & Dot <a href="http://stelladot.com/sites/bridgetd/productcatalog?page=productdetail&sku=E132G">Bardot Hoop Earring</a>s, in your choice of gold or silver. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3e3434; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">SILVER-Shiny silver plated nuggets on French wire create lightweight statement earrings with movement. Wear day or night. Finish the look with a very delicate silver necklace.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3e3434; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Approximately 2 5/8" in length.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">{1} Become a Follower of Queen B- Look under "Follow Me" on the right hand side and click the small "follow" button. You can create a new google account or use your email. Once you have become a Follower, <b>leave a comment to this post stating that you are a Follower.</b> (If you are already a Follower, just leave a comment that you are!)</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">{2} Become a Facebook Fan of Queen B- Again, look on the right hand side and click on the Facebook icon. This will take you directly to the Facebook Fan page. Again, <b>leave an additional comment to this post stating that you are a Facebook fan.</b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">{3} Check out Stella & Dot <a href="http://stelladot.com/sites/bridgetd">HERE </a>& look around! <b>Leave a comment to this post telling me your favorite item! </b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's that easy! Entires will be accepted until 11:59 pm EST on Wednesday 5/11/11. <b>The winner's comment number </b>will be chosen at random and announced on Thursday 5/12/2011.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fabulous FREE Fridays will continue the 1st Friday of every month, so check back in June!</span><br />
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<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-19942283228853093312011-05-05T06:00:00.002-04:002011-05-07T12:56:41.606-04:00Favorite Vacation Spot!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Over at Kelly's Korner Blog, Kelly is asking "What is your Favorite Vacation Spot?" I did not have to think twice about this! Before all of the Baby Bs came along, my husband and I did a fair amount of traveling with our dearest friends. It is unbelievable how easy it was to hop on a plane and have a relaxing and romantic trip before kids! </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">So, here is my favorite vacation spot:</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We stayed at the fabulous <a href="http://www.pueblobonitosunsetbeach.com/">Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach</a>. This resort is truly breathtaking! Set atop the mountain, every room has an ocean view. The Mexicans were incredibly friendly, happy and accommodating. We received excellent service the entire trip. I highly recommend this resort to anyone!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It has been <i>so</i> long since my husband and I have been on vacation...</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The blue water, the poolside waiter, the phenomenal guacamole & pina colodas....I am in heaven just thinking about it! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-11024349944435512122011-05-03T06:00:00.002-04:002011-05-03T13:10:32.425-04:00Where were you?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDwb6z5N1ICXctdq1inVdCd4KcaolisvVYAAvviJ9yKww7EcaWH5Xz6bL0-NdmKlwpBxVFuvjxWCRiJmkz7Q_ZFVwNLzcdpeNJIuPGVOruV1tnC8FH2LnKg1ehI5Z7-ZYKbtM5-3zoD84/s1600/Recently+Updated4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDwb6z5N1ICXctdq1inVdCd4KcaolisvVYAAvviJ9yKww7EcaWH5Xz6bL0-NdmKlwpBxVFuvjxWCRiJmkz7Q_ZFVwNLzcdpeNJIuPGVOruV1tnC8FH2LnKg1ehI5Z7-ZYKbtM5-3zoD84/s640/Recently+Updated4.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I always remember my parents and grandparents asking this phrase, "Where were you", when discussing such monumental events as Pearl Harbor and the assassination of JFK. Pearl Harbor occurred on my Grandmother's 13th birthday. She told us how everyone huddled around the radio to listen to the announcements. The excitement of her birthday, quickly turned somber. The realization that all of their brothers and male friends would have to leave them to serve their country fell upon them. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Similarly, my father told stories of JFK's death; the loss of America's beloved President in an instant. JFK's funeral and burial occurred on my father's 13th birthday. Again, a day that was to be celebrated, turned somber. In both events, the country was stunned, saddened and changed forever. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">911 is my generation's "Where were you" moment. I remember it vividly today and I know that I will instantly have that vivid memory, when my children and grandchildren ask me. I was sitting at my computer at work, when some colleagues returned from a meeting with news that one of the twin towers was hit. Confused and wanting more information, the small company turned on the tv in the conference room. In a matter of minutes, confusion turned to terror, as I and the others in the room watched as the second tower was struck. Gray smoke and red fires blowing in the clear blue sky, as we watched in horror. Soon, word of other flights, including one over our city preempted work. We were all told to go home. I have never watched as much news as I did that day. I was glued to the tv day and night, and to every bit of information reported. I cried with so many other Americans and<em> for</em> so many other Americans. Our country, once again was profoundly changed. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Since that day, we have trusted our elected leaders to find justice for all the lost lives. We believed, that the unexplainable evil would be found. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Well, our amazing President, elected leaders, and dedicated armed forces have not let us down. Pure evil left this Earth on May 1, 2011. I only hope that this will bring some comfort to all of those still aching for their lost loved one. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To ALL of our military and their family- THANK YOU! </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">THANK YOU for all of the time, sacrifice and dedication that you have given to ALL Americans, for our freedom. You have done well! </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Despite your political views, we should ALL be proud to be American today. </span><br />
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<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-21341503126494761022011-05-02T06:00:00.003-04:002011-05-02T18:24:08.526-04:00Meatless Monday!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's Monday again, and that means more health tips and less meat! (actually- NO meat!) </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today, I have a fast and delicious dinner. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's what you need:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4- Tilapia Fillets (I use the frozen ones from Costco, Target also makes a good one)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tony's Creole seasoning</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1- Can of Black Beans</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1- Can of Diced Tomatoes</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Smart Balance Cooking Oil</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Israeli Pearl Couscous (Costco again!)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sea Salt</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Smart Balance Buttery Spread</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Parsley (optional)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fresh Vegetable of your choice- I go with broccoli</span><br />
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<ul><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">T</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">haw the tilapia according to package directions (Do nothing if fresh!)</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Preheat the oven according to package directions</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fill the bottom of a glass baking dish with a thin layer of the cooking oil</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Coat the fillets on both sides with the Tony's seasoning (This is a bit hot- so use more or less depending on your tolerance for hot food)</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Place in baking dish</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bake for 15 minutes</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Take fish out of oven and cover with drained & rinsed black beans & diced tomatoes (not drained!)</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cook for an additional 15 minutes</span></li>
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<div><ul><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Cook according to package directions</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Add SB Buttery spread, sea salt & parsley to taste</span></li>
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Voila!! Everyone that I have made this for has LOVED it. And it is SO easy to keep all items on hand and make a meal in 30 minutes! </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">Health Tip: A plant-based diet revs your metabolism, causing you to burn calories 16% faster than you would on a non-plant-based diet for at least 3 hours after meals! </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><i><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_111791479">Veganist</a></i><a href="http://www.kathyfreston.com/">, Kathy Freston</a></span></span><br />
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<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-43795136190833889142011-04-29T06:00:00.000-04:002011-04-29T06:00:14.039-04:00What to Wear Weekend<div><div style="height: 500px; position: relative; width: 500px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/birthday_dinner_for_friend/set?.embedder=2244093&.mid=embed&id=30934568"><img alt="Birthday Dinner for Friend" border="0" force="1" height="500" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFjVEa2N2LTF4NEJHcmd6R2I5TU5uR2cAAAACaWQKAXgAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Birthday Dinner for Friend" width="500" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The weekend is here! Time for all of the fun dinners-out, parties, activities with kids, etc. If you are anything like me, you him and haw over what to wear. I thought I would share some outfit ideas for your weekends. I wore this look last Saturday, out for a friend's Birthday. The dress is so comfortable and can easily be dressed up or down! </span></div></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-34862449241787905892011-04-28T11:31:00.000-04:002011-04-28T11:31:38.648-04:00Mother's Day Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: magenta;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Mother's Day is on May 8th! </span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here are some beautiful items that Mom is sure to love! But of course, the BEST present is spending time with your Mom! Enjoy the day! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilPvvCqZfb86NP-ECj8WCsDNT14SBPhiJh7khCrwp6d8KbkTi6GKzvZdklxdurzempCes0wzeH5YxTnIjrlUuXfnQ2qrLTiZXW5xEbfhkUn7W_k5OS2_8nWmnFDvRXedBVcHr2gSeu4EM/s1600/purse+organizer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilPvvCqZfb86NP-ECj8WCsDNT14SBPhiJh7khCrwp6d8KbkTi6GKzvZdklxdurzempCes0wzeH5YxTnIjrlUuXfnQ2qrLTiZXW5xEbfhkUn7W_k5OS2_8nWmnFDvRXedBVcHr2gSeu4EM/s200/purse+organizer.jpg" width="200" /></a></span></div><h1 style="color: #3c3c3c; font-weight: bold; font: normal normal normal 36px/normal 'Century Gothic', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.item.V29057.desc.Pursfection-Portable-Purse-Organizer-with-9-Pockets.cm_scid.zone"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Pursfection Portable Purse Organizer with 9 Pockets</span></span></a></h1><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> I LOVE this purse organizer. I keep all of my essentials in it-phone, wallet, lipsticks, etc. When I switch from purse to purse or diaper bag to diaper bag- all I have to do is grab this and throw it in my new bag! And the best part, it's only $20 at QVC.</span></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://stelladot.com/sites/bridgetd/productcatalog?page=productlisting.category&categoryId=1129"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Stella & Dot mix and match charms necklaces</span></span></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love the endless possibilities of these charm necklaces. You chose your base necklace- 15", 18", 30" in gold or silver. Then you pick some adorable, personalized charms. Wouldn't Mom love her kids initials, birthstones or a "mom" charm. It also makes Birthday and Christmas shopping easier-just pick out some new charms! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love, love, love this wrap! I have had it for 3 years (in Fushia) and use it year round. It is perfect as a scarf under your wool coat in the winter. It is also light weight enough to use in the air conditioning in the summer. You can even use it as a pashmina to keep your arms warm in a cocktail dress. SO many possibilities! </span></div><br />
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Have you heard the buzz? Have you seen the gorgeousness? <i><a href="http://www.highglossmagazine.com/">High Gloss</a></i> magazine is back with a second issue, April/May 2011. Check out the beautiful fashions and home design. Don't miss the interview with the amazingly talented Diane von Furstenberg (page 22). You know, the incredible woman behind the coveted wrap dress- Well, she has now brought her talents to the interior design world with the launch of DVF Home.<br />
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My other favs:<br />
The beautiful lamps on page 19 (I have a slight obsession with lighting, thanks to my sister-in-law, AJ- don't worry, I will devote an entire post to this one!)<br />
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Statement necklaces on page 25 (I LOVE a big necklace- it can <i>make</i> even the simplest outfit)<br />
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The lovely Mother's Day table settings on page 50 (can you believe Mother's Day is in less than 2 weeks?)<br />
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The gorgeous zebra runner up the staircase on page 59 (who doesn't love classic animal prints)<br />
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And the BEST part- this magazine is free! Let it inspire you to bring something beautiful into your life!<br />
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<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-56698408268568466262011-04-25T20:15:00.001-04:002011-05-01T21:19:26.682-04:00Meatless Monday- Lunch!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidpfySykMIbBRaYVmZ_T9YSwgscr_EEaDGqDpSeQwBqZkLiJo3mcFcDo50cSLfTl47G2W7yaFaYySLFXOelz3bSbenNxR4T1vsPZx16bpH_XjpJfo2GoMWlzTAYmpbOd6tGAYbnWfCkd8/s1600/Recently+Updated2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidpfySykMIbBRaYVmZ_T9YSwgscr_EEaDGqDpSeQwBqZkLiJo3mcFcDo50cSLfTl47G2W7yaFaYySLFXOelz3bSbenNxR4T1vsPZx16bpH_XjpJfo2GoMWlzTAYmpbOd6tGAYbnWfCkd8/s640/Recently+Updated2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">LUNCH!</span></div><br />
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And here is my much anticipated lunch!!<br />
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1- La Tortilla Factory Smart & Delicious Tortillas (80 cal., 3g fat, 12g fiber, 8 g protein)<br />
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Sabra Hummus- any flavor! (I used pine nut, but garlic is also yummy!)<br />
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Del Destino fire roasted red peppers (rinsed & sliced)<br />
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Black Olives (rinsed & sliced)<br />
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Spinach (I was actually out of spinach today- gasp!)<br />
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cantaloupe slices<br />
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ALL items were purchased from my favorite- <a href="http://www.costco.com/Home.aspx">Costco</a>. Next Monday- Dinner!<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
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p.s. I rinsed the peppers and olives to cut down on sodium!<br />
<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-2032153698272097012011-04-25T06:00:00.003-04:002011-05-01T21:20:44.647-04:00Meatless Monday<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px;"></span><br />
<div style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0.5em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.4em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Meatless Monday is a non-profit initiative by </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The National <a href="http://www.meatlessmonday.com/">Meatless Monday</a> Campaign</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> partnered with the </span><a href="http://www.jhsph.edu/clf/programs/eating/proj_meatless.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Johns Hopkins School of Public Health Center for a Livable Future</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. </span></div><div style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0.5em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.4em;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">They provide information and recipes needed to start each week with healthy, environmentally friendly meat-free alternatives. The goal is to help people reduce meat consumption by 15% in order to improve personal health and the health of the planet. Meatless Monday is just that- NO meat all day on Mondays, for breakfast, lunch or dinner. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> I am inspired by the Meatless Monday idea to share recipes and meal ideas for anyone who wants to try being vegetarian, just for a day! </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup blueberries <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(I use frozen, helps cool it down, too!)</span></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">a handful chopped walnuts </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">cinnamon</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">coffee!</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Health Tip:</span></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">You can cut your chance of cancer by 40%, heart disease by 50% and Type 2 diabetes by 60% by switching to a whole foods, vegetarian diet!</span></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><a href="http://pcrm.org/health/veginfo/vegetarian_foods.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine</span></a></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 22px;">Check back later for lunch!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With Easter upon us, I am remembering how I spent Easter as a child. After finding our baskets, eating some eggs & chocolate, and attending church, we would go to my Grandmother's huge Easter Brunch. She had brunch for her whole extended family.<br />
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We lost my Grandma this year, so I wanted to take the time to remember her. I wish you all a wonderful Easter holiday. Enjoy your time with the family you have, and remember the family you've lost! Happy Easter!<br />
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My Grandma was definitely not your typical Grandma. She was on the go and kept up with the world. She epitomized the feisty redhead- She was direct and told it how it was, but <i>always</i> with laugher and complete love.<br />
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I call her the original Martha Stewart because she was a master crafter and seamstress. She was "green" before green was a "thing" or a fad. For her it was called being creative and thrifty. She raised 6 amazing children on one income in a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom house. She thrived on organization. This meant that Grandma had to make due with what she had, and use her amazing gift of creativity. The paper milk cartons were cut down as dividers for paper clicks and rubber bands. The top elastic of panty hose were cut off to be used as large rubber bands for board games and puzzles. If you happen to find yourself at her home without your bathing suit, you could just look in the swim bag of extra suits made out of the plastic rings tops that held pop cans together.<br />
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She hated to cook, and I never saw her in a rocking chair knitting. We absolutely saw her on a computer, a label maker and a laminator. The first VCR I ever saw, was in her family room. The first remote control, again, in Grandma's house. Mind you, we had to sit at the edge of the pull-out sofa, basically on top of the TV to use the remote, because it was attached by a cord!<br />
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She loved games and puzzles of all kinds. When my siblings, cousins and I would sleep over her house, we played a multitude of games- Family Feud, Rack-O, and eventually compute games. She spent time with us and loved us. When we all had to pile in the station wagon for a 12 hour drive to my Uncle Tommy's wedding in Boston, Grandma made each of us a bag of car "entertainment". (This was way before the In-Car-DVDs and Game Boys. ) When she watched us over Valentine's Day while my parents were on vacation, we came home from school to an intricate scavenger hunt for each of us ( and I have 6 siblings!)<br />
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My love for organization came form my Grandma. When she would stay with us she would make us dump all of our laundry on the floor in the dining room. She taught me how to sort, treat stains and most importantly, how to fold. I am crazy abut the way every item that comes out of my dryer is folded. She explained to me how to fold towels so that they looked best in your linen closets and how to minimize "fold" marks on your shirts. Next, was the toy area in the basement. We again dumped everything into the middle of the room and she taught us how to organize it all. (It honestly just dawned on me why I spend every nap-time and early evening meticulously sorting my children's toys into bins and making sure every piece is with the right toy.)<br />
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Her dining room floor sparkled with hundreds of push pins. You see, her dining room was mostly used as a sewing room. Communion dresses, bridesmaid dresses and the like were created there. She created absolutely stunning clothes. My mother told stories of copied dresses she made with ease.<br />
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The hardest part of life is losing someone you love. The importance of someone's life is easily determined by what they left behind. Well, Grandma left an amazing husband, 6 wonderful children, 27 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. All, who I have no doubt, will keep part of her alive. I know that she helped shape me and those lessons will be passed on again and again.<br />
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I miss and love you, Grandma. Thank you for everything!</span><br />
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Here are some inexpensive ways to add Honeysuckle to your Spring and Summer Wardrobe:<br />
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Check back for ways to add Honeysuckle to you home & beauty products! </div></div>Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-66065098828494889052011-04-20T06:00:00.003-04:002011-04-20T20:21:36.153-04:00Easter!The girls had an Easter Egg Hunt at their preschool. It is a class with 7 students- ALL girls! When we went to visit, they said the class was all girly-girls who love princesses and dress-up. E & K fit right in! They love it!<br />
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This was making me think how much they have changed from their first easter:<br />
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<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-20155136409762474832011-04-19T06:00:00.004-04:002011-04-25T14:46:37.913-04:00On my night standWith three little ones under 3, I am lucky that I do not crash the moment my sleepy head hits the pillow! However, I am trying to unwind at night with a book rather than television (which is very activating- not good for falling asleep). <br />
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My nightstand:<br />
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Here are the books I am loving right now:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_103224851">The One Hundred</a></i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-One-Hundred-ebook/dp/B001E70RP6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&m=AG56TWVU5XWC2&s=digital-text&qid=1303164204&sr=1-1">, by Nina Garcia</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Nina Garcia is a fashion journalism icon. She has been fashion director for<i> Elle</i> & <i>Marie Claire</i> magazines. You may also know her from Project Runway. She is one of the judges alongside Michael Kors & Heidi Klum. This book lists the 100 items every woman should have in their closet. These are classic pieces that every women should invest in and use as the base of their wardrobes. Check back to see how I mix and match some of these classic pieces into my wardrobe.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_569408105">Veganist</a></i><a href="http://www.kathyfreston.com/kathy_freston_books.html">, by Kathy Freston</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What is the difference between a vegetarian and a vegan? Vegetarians do not eat meat, whereas vegans do not eat ANY animal products. This includes dairy and eggs. While I am not a vegan, reading this book has made me<i> lean </i>vegan or become <i>Veganist</i>. Kathy is so realistic about making small changes to get healthier. By being conscious about what we eat, we can prevent disease, lose weight and feel all around better. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyPOWAGkM4s1zlcCk111v3zIsxeplkuYb2eWZtABcIIIuIkMOjkn2xRVXQINaOnpXKTx5OiOtGFuDx8JIbB8D7mrt_yJNBiMvOtK_7ZaBc7dpujLGyM11wbLEEuarwddzf7ntIYQDYhDA/s1600/5+love+languages.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyPOWAGkM4s1zlcCk111v3zIsxeplkuYb2eWZtABcIIIuIkMOjkn2xRVXQINaOnpXKTx5OiOtGFuDx8JIbB8D7mrt_yJNBiMvOtK_7ZaBc7dpujLGyM11wbLEEuarwddzf7ntIYQDYhDA/s320/5+love+languages.gif" width="169" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyPOWAGkM4s1zlcCk111v3zIsxeplkuYb2eWZtABcIIIuIkMOjkn2xRVXQINaOnpXKTx5OiOtGFuDx8JIbB8D7mrt_yJNBiMvOtK_7ZaBc7dpujLGyM11wbLEEuarwddzf7ntIYQDYhDA/s1600/5+love+languages.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><i><a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_569408092">The 5 Love Languages</a></i><a href="http://www.5lovelanguages.com/learn-the-languages/the-five-love-languages/">, by Gary Chapman</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After close to 8 years of marriage (almost 10 together), I am still madly in love with my husband. He is my best friend and I love spending time with him. But, with work, kids, and house hold responsibilities, it is not <i>as</i> easy as when we first met and fell in love- when we were footloose and fancy-free. It may not always be easy, but we are 100% committed and realize that we have to work on it. This book focuses on tailoring your message to the person you are delivering it to. It helps remind me how to show my husband appreciation and love, in the way that <i>he</i> appreciate and responds to it. </div><br />
What are you reading?<br />
<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-482879917501034862011-04-18T06:00:00.000-04:002011-04-18T06:00:03.539-04:00No more cribs!<div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobFmAWLKafFDdpjZLhUOQc18ueEAttW6bSQ84ba6tqSKwVUAwPMJwmxF-Qn4jG2G3b9qNL4AMvLuBXnGmg7TzdZgR7UjRdz84miYlZmVxxCwBh8Ma8vSFaKgQ1pGDGWuXQCY8TvcY9UI/s1600/Trey+Room.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjobFmAWLKafFDdpjZLhUOQc18ueEAttW6bSQ84ba6tqSKwVUAwPMJwmxF-Qn4jG2G3b9qNL4AMvLuBXnGmg7TzdZgR7UjRdz84miYlZmVxxCwBh8Ma8vSFaKgQ1pGDGWuXQCY8TvcY9UI/s640/Trey+Room.jpg" width="640" /></a> </div>Our baby b "t" has decided to climb out of his crib at just 18 months! He is climbing on everything, so we have had to clear everything out of his room and leave just a full bed. Otherwise, I may see him on my Mobi Cam standing of his dresser. It is a hard day. We at one point had 3 cribs in our house. We now have zero. Our babies just keep growing. But I am looking at the positive side. He is happy, healthy, and thriving. I can't ask for more than that. The above pictures are me reminiscing on when he was still a little baby in his crib.<br />
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I am also focusing on the fact that I get to design a big boy room! My husband would like something all boy-- sports! Here are some inspirations:<br />
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<div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"></div>I am a total health food nut and vegetarian. My husband is, well, not. Over our 7 years of marriage, he has succumb to this way of life. (Probably because I do ALL of the shopping, meal planning & cooking!) I have done enough research to support my position, so he now understands all of the health benefits and is at least vegetarian at home.<br />
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Now that we have toddlers who need to be fed, he no longer believes in my vegetarian ways. The funny thing is, before we got married we discussed, I thought, every detail of how we wanted to raise our children- religion, parenting styles, schooling, discipline. Mind you, a lot of that has been tweaked as soon as those little bundle of joys arrived home; but, the core values are still there. Honestly, how we would feed our children never entered my mind as a discussion point. But it has been quite a point of contention between us. <br />
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We have done a great deal of compromising over the past 2 years. The kids are also vegetarian at home but do have chicken nuggets and french fries every once in awhile. I ate meat growing up, so I am being flexible, and I am okay with that. But health is still the name of the game in our kitchen!<br />
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Since I am so passionate about the health benefits of certain foods (and the negative benefits of certain food), and since so many people ask me what we eat, part of this blog will give health tips, recipes, and little known facts about food & diet. Hopefully you will enjoy this as much as I do! So, here is my first tip!<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh32PXVyFnhGWOlQsTs19cE4U_wtaAqt_vpmxfu5AsbaQzS883i-OtRvUKgG-gSOvrpnLdpJ4HuXNCySXKLYMAqHPdFq5wSjQ4mBk0p4JxpmQI1Pz1tzA0keh0BEZg5ZI1IpvBB3705Epc/s1600/how-olive-oil-works-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh32PXVyFnhGWOlQsTs19cE4U_wtaAqt_vpmxfu5AsbaQzS883i-OtRvUKgG-gSOvrpnLdpJ4HuXNCySXKLYMAqHPdFq5wSjQ4mBk0p4JxpmQI1Pz1tzA0keh0BEZg5ZI1IpvBB3705Epc/s200/how-olive-oil-works-3.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Health Tip - <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Many people are familiar with the heart benefits of eating olive oil. But what many people DON'T know- is that olive oil is best served as a dressing or light drizzle over food. When cooking with olive oil, only use low-medium heat (light sauteing). If heated on high setting, it actually becomes a carcinogen. So, when cooking at high temperatures, choose sunflower, safflower, sesame, or avocado oil. </span></span></b><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Read more about how to use oils:</span></b><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://www.spectrumorganics.com/?id=116%C2%A0">Kitchen Oil Uses</a></span></b><br />
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<img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/queenbsignature-2.png" />Bridget (Queen B)http://www.blogger.com/profile/00784319903890322961noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1881181107292176615.post-70694474239879906192011-04-07T16:04:00.002-04:002011-04-07T16:04:13.888-04:00Blog in Progress!I am working with Jenna from q.a. design to beautify my blog! It is almost finished! What do you think?<br />
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