Jane, with that sweet baby, life has to be good! ;-) Your bunny plates are adorable, and I know your Easter table and meal will both be fantastic. The salad would be a definite go from me. Pretty and tasty! I had to laugh with the 55 and the door open. That's considered COLD here. ;-( Hugs to you, my friend.
So much to comment on: First - so sorry about the damage to the lake house - not good! Second - oh, those babies! Third - I laughed to myself about your comment of cooking 6 days a week and wanting one day off. Steve does ALL of our cooking and sometimes I tell him that I don't really want to go out on Friday night. I realize that he definitely wants a night off.
So glad that you are having some fun, shopping and getting all glammed up. How fun to have those babies around.
Just thank God that no one was in the Lake House when you had all that damage. Houses can be rebuilt but people getting hurt can't. Hopefully by Spring it will be all done and then you can enjoy the summer there.
Sounds like you have so much going on and that's a good thing. So enjoy your good weather - we are getting 90 this weekend - to hot to soon. We never had any winter or rain to speak of. Have a great week and give that darling little girl a big hug from me. Hugs Mary
Elsie is so beautiful, Jane! I hope you got some pictures of you holding her. Love the pictures of hubbies holding the first grandbaby. I have a picture of mine looking like a real moosh with our now 4 year old granddaughter.
Nicer temps here, too, this week. I think today and tomorrow are supposed to be the winners! It will be wonderful to open the door and windows a little bit and get some fresh air in.
Blondie, You are a good cook. I too like to get out to eat with my man. Your husband is a good looking granddad. Those adorable babies. Hope you got some hugging. That sounds fun to get your hair done in MC mom's house instead of a salon. Isn't this warmer weather nice?? we needed it. Bless you, xoxo,Susie
What a beautiful baby your granddaughter is! And I love those sweet bunny plates. My mom was a hairdresser when I was growing up (and she still does my hair) and I have the best memories from women sitting around our kitchen table getting their hair done. I agree with you..so much better than a salon :)
I can tell you are a lot calmer about the whole lake house thing than you were in the beginning. I am glad you made some peace with it...there are just things we have no control over and we can let them gut-wrench us or just accept them for what they are...and that is NEVER easy to do, is it?
LOVE that pic of your hubby and your sweet little granddaughter. There is nothing in the world like a ganddad and a granddaughter. Say..."wrap around the finger" 10 times in a row. lol
Have a great day, Jane. We are in the 50's here later today (they say)...whooo hooo.
Well, obviously I've missed a few fabulous, as well as frightening episodes of Blondie's Journal!
Have just come from your previous post, and was shocked to see the extent of the damage to the lake house, but, please, like you said, it can all be fixed, and although you do have your work cut out for you, in the end, it will be an even better version of that home away from home.
Elsie is adorable, and that photo with her adoring granddad is precious - definitely a pic that deserves a frame!
Your outing with your daughter sounds like a lot of fun; miss my own mother-daughter days with my Liberty, but hope to be there for her birthday in May! Yay!!
As I type, the white crown on my head, cocooned in all the dark brown, bears a strong resemblance to those marshmallow cookies, only the first is not so appetizing!
Dear sweet Jane, You sound strong and your attitude which is key and will get you through the Lakehouse ordeal. I applaud how quickly you have accepted what is out of your control and turned it into a sad life hiccup. I think to think good always comes out of bad and the human will truimphs.
Ottimo in Italian means Very well
Us too with the warmer weather which is glorious! Will hit 60 today, Yay!!! I'm going to enjoy going out today without a scarf and gloves. John and I have errands to run so dinner will be out and a treat. I too cook all the time and it's important to get out. I always tell John going out gives me recipe ideas... I know he sees through my excuse!
Love your bunny plates, Pottery Barn also has sweet bunny plates. I am sure the pretty ones you purchased will compliment your Easter table. Personally I prefer a table that is collected and gathered over time.
Sweet, sweet photo of Grand and Grand Dad! xoxoxo, Vera
Jane, you have wonderful taste, those are the cutest plates! I hope you will be honoring us with an Easter tablescape. Elsie is growing like a week and such a cutie. Have a wonderful week...spring seems to have arrived here on the prairie.
Jane - so glad you are keeping busy and enjoying that precious baby. Have had you on my prayer list daily -praying for quick and satisfactory results on the lake house. I know that has to be constantly on your mind.
The photo of your husband and Elsie...how adorable! The plates are so cute, I saw them at Pier 1 a couple weeks ago and was sorely tempted, but we won't even be home for Easter dinner so no point this year. I hope you'll show us your table all set and pretty with them though. I would love to see it :>)
Elsie is adorable! What a blessing! I have two grandsons an they are the apple of my eye. Grandchildren are wonderful. :) I adore your bunny plates. Sounds like Easter will be special at your place. You do a great job cooking and tablescaping. Have a good week, Jane! xo Beth
So sorry about the lakehouse dear, hang in there. At least you got some spa-moments and little Elsie to get you by. LOVE your bunny plates, I have to go to Pier 1, that place is dangerous this time of year.
Love your happy happy post today dear Janie!... sounds like your spirits are up and I am so happy. I MUST get some of those darling plates at Pier 1 before they are all gone!... your Italian restaurant looks so fun!... I know a bit of Italian (my uncle Tony was from Italy), and the name means, "really good" I believe... my little sister is actually in Italy right now on vacation!... your shopping day with Emily sounds fun as does your "spa" day. Little Elsie is a doll!... love your photo of your salad too!... I only buy cherry tomatoes this time of year too, the big ones are awful right now!... glad you are having some Springlike weather... much love, xoxo... Julie Marie
Oh Jane, I love the sweet bunny plate, so cute. Thinking Spring and Easter, putting out some bunnys too...love the picture with little Elsie, cute as a Botton. Blessings Francine.
Jane, I've never thought that sharing the sad times of our lives on our blogs was anything close to a "pity party" thing..and it has never even crossed my mind that sharing our sad thoughts or bad situations would even make someone think in that vain. I just went back and looked at your lovely vacation home and I also would be SO devastated. It's not long before summer and I'm hoping progress is made so you can have your time there as always. Do you really think people think about our posts like that if we share a down or sad time we may be going through? I hope none of us are like that.
Your hair is gorgeous and has been since I've known you, and what a wonderful place to have it done. Love, Mona
I just knew you'd rally and get back to your old self. Yes, there will be nights you may not sleep as long or as well as you'd like, but that too will pass.
Now about that smoothie question...not really sure how to answer that other than to say I sometimes have smoothies for lunch, but never breakfast. For some reason I need something crunchy with texture for breakfast, but I enjoy making a smoothie with Greek yogurt, ripe banana, honey, vanilla, tapioca pearls and some milk. If I have it handy, I like to throw in some coconut for texture (you see a theme here?). I never really thought of it as a carb though, just something pretty healthy.
That's a precious picture of hubby and the baby. You're right, you need to frame it.
Spring is almost here, and things will start to look and feel so much better.
Oh Jane, So sorry about the lake house damage. I am so behind getting caught up on reading with the baby coming etc. But geez, so so sorry. And speaking of babies, that little Elsie is just adorable! Oh I bet your loving it. And Al holding her, just precious! Grandkids are the best! Those bunny plates want to make me run right to Pier 1. And I know your hair is gorgeous, as always! Katie was at the hospital again last night but still sent home. She sure is miserable right now. So hoping he arrives fairly soon. Big Hugs too, love ya, Cindy
Easter IS early this year, isn't it. Here it went from Snow Season to Mud Season right on top of each other so I don't feel very spring-like yet. Love the bunny plates :) And Elsie! What a wonderful photo and memories to treasure :)
Love the photo of your hubby and the baby..so sweet. I just read about your flood...oh, my..I am so sorry. I know ya'll will get it all fixed up and it will be even prettier than before. hugs to you, dear heart.
Hello, I just love the bunny plates. They are so cute. Your ideas for Easter are great. Looking forward to what you do for decorating and food. And dessert. You always do such amazing dessert.:-)
Love the babies. :-)) So sweet. Prayers to you with the Lake House. xx oo Carla
March 12, 2015 at 11:12 AM
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ha! I know exactly what you mean when you are at the hairdresser's. It's my favorite day of the month. I don't want to talk with the dresser or anyone else, just enjoying her messing with my hair. That's total relaxation for me!
I was happily sipping my coffee as I was 'visiting' with you this afternoon - until I came towards the end and heard about the lake house! How did I miss this??? Off to read what I am sure is a sad story......
You are sailing through a terrible experience with grace, and goodness. And I'm sending good wishes for the very best outcome for you with our treasured lake house.
Things have really been busy, Jane! You have so much going on--but as you said--that's a good thing. Elsie with hubby is a darling picture; he's smitten, for sure. I know you both are. How sweet of Emily to have everyone over. We're supposed to send next week at our son's, and see them and our grandchildren. I hope I feel more up to going by Saturday...can't seem to get in the groove to do much lately. They'll pick me up when I get there, I know! It's good to hear things are being cleaned up to repair the Lake House. Things will truly get busy then! Glad you and Emily had a good shopping trip---that's a great "pick-me-up!
Hi Jane, I popped over to your blog tonight to see how things were going with the water damage. I am so glad for this lovely post. You really are the nicest person, my heart went out to you and your husband having to face all that. And all these lovely comments. The blogger world is funny isn't it? So much support out there from such kind people. It made me feel good just seeing the comments on this post. Take care. xx Nancy
SO glad you are feeling better, Janie. Congrats on the grandbaby, what a cutie! Those bunny plate are so pretty, looks like you are all set for Easter. I can imagine how stunning your table will be and the food will be delicious for sure.....Christine
Such a sweet picture of your hubby. And granddaughter! So sorry about your lake house, hope all goes well there. You mentioned grains and then your next sentence started with "bottom", I had to laugh because my love for bread ends up on my bottom! Very little grains eaten here for that very reason. It's hard staying away from carbs too, how do you achieve that? Hope you have a great day! Blessings, Cindy
Love that picture of little Elsie and her Grandpa:) Framing is a must for it! That sure is a cute little bunny plate:) I still haven't gotten into the Spring/Easter mood but need to get moving! I pray that the Lakehouse will get back to it's original state and better! Sending HUGS and PRAYERS your way!
Aww...Elsie is so cute! I love the picture of your hubby holding her. Love the bunny plates you found - perfect for Easter. Grains and legumes...I try to limit my grains, especially anything made with white flour but I'm not totally gluten-free. I worry more about the GMO aspect of the wheat - unless you can find organic. I know some people can't digest legumes. For whatever reason, I can't digest refried beans or baked beans. Black beans, chickpeas, and Great Northern beans all agree with me. And since I eat mostly vegetarian, I do rely on legumes. Hope you have a good weekend!
Love the bunny plates! What a precious pic of your hubby and sweet granddaughter! Definitely frame-worthy! Hope spring-like weather is headed your way soon!
Oh Jane, I'm behind in my blog visits and just saw that your lakehouse had damage! I'm so sorry. Thankful too that your kitchen was undamaged. I know that is a refuge for you and your family. If it's any consolation we had that happen to us about 20 years ago ...Went to Florida for Christmas thru New Years and when we opened the door to our home we were greeted with six inches of freezing cold water. Our pipes burst and we had to move out with 3 boys and a dog to a temp apt for 2 months while our home was "rebuilt", but in the end it looked better than before. Lots of work I know for you ahead. I'm sending you hugs! Cute pictures of the baby and family and glad you were able to have some time getting your hair done! Hang in there! Miss Bloomers
I'm on the same cleaning, no carbs or sugar eating routine. I miss pasta but the 20 lbs. I've lost is good incentive to keep at it. Although, I'm heading to Mexico tomorrow so there will be no clean eating there. ;) Your blonde hair is so pretty. What a fun salon and baby experience. Jane, I am so sorry to read about your lake house. I'm sure it can be repaired, but I do admire your great attitude. I understand the loss of all that hard work and memories. Your bunny plates are adorbs. Happy almost spring, Blondie dear! xx, Heather
Life, however good, is just waaaay better with a new baby in it! Your husband has such a tender look about him with his wee granddaughter. Just think of all the fun ahead of you!
Hi Jane, First off I am so sorry to read about the damage at your lakehouse. Oh my goodness what an event to have happen but I am so glad you sound like you are taking it all in stride and have such a wonderful outlook. Elise is a little angel and so so sweet. Love that pic. Love your bunny plates and I think I better get over to Pier 1. The restaurant sounds so good and the name meaning It's Good!! Your salad looks so delicious and I love cherry tomatoes too and even the grape tomatoes.
Looks like you girls have a fun time getting your hair done. The blowout is the best part. It will send one into a trance!!
So nice to catch up with your Jane and thanks for stopping by and your sweet visit. Have a nice weekend and be blessed. Hugs, CM
I don't know how you do it all! Those projects you have lined up - WOW! Do you ever sleep? Your granddaughter is beautiful - she looks very cozy tucked into her grandfather's arms. Have a good weekend and try to take a few moments for yourself just to unwind a bit.
I love reading your chatty posts which not only catch me up on what you've been doing but make me feel like I was right there with you. I'm glad the news here is of a happier kind than in the last.
The damage at your lakehouse just breaks my heart Jane. I hadn't seen the post until just now. But seeing the photo of Elsie and your husband is just so sweet that now I am smiling away happily reading about smoothies, grains and hair color! Take care dear and I am hoping that the damage is not weighing too heavily on you and that it will be cleaned up soon. hugs from here...
March 15, 2015 at 12:22 PM
[Image]Have any of you been thinking of Easter? It's quite early this year. It makes me feel like spring is around the corner and that's sort of hopeful for me because I can't remember a cold or cloudy Easter in the recent past. Last year I had twelve for dinner, did a buffet and made a simple table setting. Lately I've had a lot of ideas fluttering through my head...I thought I would make a very mix and match table; White dinner plates and then an assortment of salad plates, a variety of napkins rings for fun. And I usually don't make a green salad on holidays as we have so many side dishes, but I thought it would be nice to start with a fresh spring salad, maybe with some baby lettuce and and a handful of cranberries and walnuts. I'm just feeling a little creative and it feels good. I found these plates at Pier 1 the last time I was there. I just picked up four as I have plenty to mix and match and can pick up some of these colors. Anyway...sometimes it's all about simple and stress free, other times I love the details and making company feel special.
[Image]I was so amazed at this picture I took of a salad I was making for lunch. I used absolutely no filter and I couldn't get over the vibrant colors. Wonder what happened? lol!! I love cherry tomatoes. If you live in my area, those orange tomatoes we get this time of year just make you shudder and walk away from the bin. But cherry tomatoes always look and taste great. I love to bake them and throw them in with fresh pasta and some olive oil and garlic...many of them burst and ooze and make your mouth water just looking at them! And in salads, cut them in half and the juices will liven up the whole thing.
[Image]Again, this weekend I forced The Husband into going out to dinner. I have been a really good sport about making dinner 6 nights a week...no ordering pizza or getting take~out...so he's been more receptive. :) This is a place I tried a few months ago for lunch out in the suburbs and I loved it. It's called Ottimo, and I have no idea what that means in Italian. The theme seems to be pigs (or pork), little figurines and such are scattered around everywhere. I forgot food pics as usual. We had an hour long wait and managed to get two seats at the bar after about ten minutes. The Husband and I actually like that, we relax with a drink, chat with the bar people, and sometimes the customers around us. Often times we have better conversation with one another than we do when we are actually eating. I guess we are more focused. I love that.
[Image]And then the next day...boy, it never ends...Emily had breakfast for the whole family (and did a smash up job by the way), and we all had a chance to see Elsie. We snapped some seriously cute pictures of The Husband with his first granddaughter, I have to have this framed. Elsie looks adorable in this little outfit and my guy had just gotten a haircut! lol! Totally cute.
[Image]I really wanted to chill at home on Monday...I've been busy and that's always a good thing for me, but I have so many things to get done (painting the furniture in Abby's room, cleaning out a big cabinet in my living room that is stuffed with all sorts of linens and dishes and accessories I don't even need...purging a few closets and organizing some clutter in the kitchen). But Emily has Mondays off and the Call of the Wild came bright and early. Our temps were in the 40's and I couldn't resist. We went to an outdoor mall in the suburbs, she wanted to look at furniture at a Lazy Boy showroom. I was surprised...they have some cool things. Very affordable, too. Then we hit Williams Sonoma, World Market (which I have never been to), Pier 1 (to see if they had anything new since last Thursday!!), and Anthropology. This is the only store location within a close vicinity to us, so it's always a treat. Emily likes to look at clothes because of course, she can pull them off. I love the decor, displays, books and dishes. The books really inspired me. Tons of cookbooks and the photography is enough to sell them without any attention to the actual recipes. And green, green, green. I've mentioned before that I cook and we eat "clean" here, but I can see that we are really lacking in grains. And the smoothies...you feel like a total slouch if you aren't having one every morning to start your day. Since I watch my carbs, grains aren't a big option, nor legumes. But I'm seriously considering the benefits of those. What are your thoughts on this subject? Bottom line...love Anthro.
[Image]And finally today was my 6 week appointment to have my brown/red/gray roots touched up. Katie, you know, does my hair. Again, she is my daughter in law, MC's sister. We do this at their mother Peggy's home, who is Elsie's other grandma. Katie also does her aunt's hair so it is just the same fun time every six weeks. Katie's little girl, Margot, is a little over four months old. Here is Katie holding that cutie and Aunt Kathy feeding Elsie a bottle. See the back door open? 55 degrees! Yay! We have coffee and snacks and talk...it's so much better than a salon. And now it's baby heaven. I had to joke that about 2 years ago we would have never imagined this scene!
[Image]Here I am in my spa~like moment. My hair really isn't this light...I used a filter and screwed it up. I get my roots touched up and then foil highlights. My favorite part is getting the blow out. Don't talk to me, I go into a trance. It's better than a massage. :)
I don't know how I can ever thank you for the really, really heartfelt comments on the lakehouse damage. We are taking it one day at a time. They are still working on drying out the place to salvage what they can...and then working on sterilizing everything so we don't have bacteria and mold when they rebuild everything. Otherwise, it's all about patience and following along with whatever is required of us. We've had sleepless nights but it's much better now. The Husband has work to distract him and he spends a lot of time at the gym preparing for the big hiking trip over Memorial Day weekend (more on that later). And as you can see, I never seem to have time to catch my breath. I actually had a recipe to share with you but I think I've run out of time!
I'm truly feeling okay. We will get through this and there will be many, many good times ahead. For now...gosh, I so wanted to get a new post up so I didn't have to keep scrolling past those ugly pictures of the damage. Now I have something good and promising to look at~ you, too. If I didn't get by to personally thank you...know that all of you touched my heart and confirmed my belief that some of the best friendships are developed in our very own blog world.
See you soon!
Jane xxx
posted by Blondie's Journal at 11:10 PM on Mar 10, 2015
"HOPPING DOWN THE BUNNY TRAIL!"
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Jane, with that sweet baby, life has to be good! ;-)
Your bunny plates are adorable, and I know your Easter table and meal will both be fantastic. The salad would be a definite go from me. Pretty and tasty!
I had to laugh with the 55 and the door open. That's considered COLD here. ;-(
Hugs to you, my friend.
March 10, 2015 at 11:22 PM
So much to comment on:
First - so sorry about the damage to the lake house - not good!
Second - oh, those babies!
Third - I laughed to myself about your comment of cooking 6 days a week and wanting one day off. Steve does ALL of our cooking and sometimes I tell him that I don't really want to go out on Friday night. I realize that he definitely wants a night off.
March 11, 2015 at 2:39 AM
So glad that you are having some fun, shopping and getting all glammed up.
How fun to have those babies around.
Just thank God that no one was in the Lake House when you had all that damage.
Houses can be rebuilt but people getting hurt can't. Hopefully by Spring it will be all done and then you can enjoy the summer there.
Sounds like you have so much going on and that's a good thing. So enjoy your good weather - we are getting 90 this weekend - to hot to soon. We never had any winter or rain to speak of.
Have a great week and give that darling little girl a big hug from me.
Hugs
Mary
March 11, 2015 at 3:17 AM
Things can be rebuilt, and you have so much around you that is positive.
March 11, 2015 at 6:33 AM
I love those bunny plates, Jane! And I love me some sunshine and warm temps! Have a good week ending.
Rita
March 11, 2015 at 6:47 AM
Elsie is so beautiful, Jane! I hope you got some pictures of you holding her. Love the pictures of hubbies holding the first grandbaby. I have a picture of mine looking like a real moosh with our now 4 year old granddaughter.
Nicer temps here, too, this week. I think today and tomorrow are supposed to be the winners! It will be wonderful to open the door and windows a little bit and get some fresh air in.
March 11, 2015 at 6:53 AM
Blondie, You are a good cook. I too like to get out to eat with my man. Your husband is a good looking granddad. Those adorable babies. Hope you got some hugging. That sounds fun to get your hair done in MC mom's house instead of a salon. Isn't this warmer weather nice?? we needed it. Bless you, xoxo,Susie
March 11, 2015 at 7:33 AM
What a beautiful baby your granddaughter is! And I love those sweet bunny plates. My mom was a hairdresser when I was growing up (and she still does my hair) and I have the best memories from women sitting around our kitchen table getting their hair done. I agree with you..so much better than a salon :)
March 11, 2015 at 7:34 AM
You have inspired me - I think I need some bunny plates too :-)
March 11, 2015 at 7:57 AM
I can tell you are a lot calmer about the whole lake house thing than you were in the beginning. I am glad you made some peace with it...there are just things we have no control over and we can let them gut-wrench us or just accept them for what they are...and that is NEVER easy to do, is it?
LOVE that pic of your hubby and your sweet little granddaughter. There is nothing in the world like a ganddad and a granddaughter. Say..."wrap around the finger" 10 times in a row. lol
Have a great day, Jane. We are in the 50's here later today (they say)...whooo hooo.
March 11, 2015 at 8:01 AM
Hi Jane,
Well, obviously I've missed a few fabulous, as well as frightening episodes of Blondie's Journal!
Have just come from your previous post, and was shocked to see the extent of the damage to the lake house, but, please, like you said, it can all be fixed, and although you do have your work cut out for you, in the end, it will be an even better version of that home away from home.
Elsie is adorable, and that photo with her adoring granddad is precious - definitely a pic that deserves a frame!
Your outing with your daughter sounds like a lot of fun; miss my own mother-daughter days with my Liberty, but hope to be there for her birthday in May! Yay!!
As I type, the white crown on my head, cocooned in all the dark brown, bears a strong resemblance to those marshmallow cookies, only the first is not so appetizing!
Keep smiling, my friend...it's almost spring!
xo
Poppy
March 11, 2015 at 8:35 AM
I'm glad you are feeling better about things--and nice you can focus on other things. Spring is here, and it's wonderful.
March 11, 2015 at 9:15 AM
Dear sweet Jane,
You sound strong and your attitude which is key and will get you through the Lakehouse ordeal. I applaud how quickly you have accepted what is out of your control and turned it into a sad life hiccup. I think to think good always comes out of bad and the human will truimphs.
Ottimo in Italian means Very well
Us too with the warmer weather which is glorious! Will hit 60 today, Yay!!! I'm going to enjoy going out today without a scarf and gloves. John and I have errands to run so dinner will be out and a treat. I too cook all the time and it's important to get out. I always tell John going out gives me recipe ideas... I know he sees through my excuse!
Love your bunny plates, Pottery Barn also has sweet bunny plates. I am sure the pretty ones you purchased will compliment your Easter table. Personally I prefer a table that is collected and gathered over time.
Sweet, sweet photo of Grand and Grand Dad!
xoxoxo,
Vera
March 11, 2015 at 9:36 AM
Jane, you have wonderful taste, those are the cutest plates! I hope you will be honoring us with an Easter tablescape.
Elsie is growing like a week and such a cutie.
Have a wonderful week...spring seems to have arrived here on the prairie.
March 11, 2015 at 10:02 AM
Jane - so glad you are keeping busy and enjoying that precious baby. Have had you on my prayer list daily -praying for quick and satisfactory results on the lake house. I know that has to be constantly on your mind.
Judy
March 11, 2015 at 11:38 AM
So happy you are feeling better. Beautiful picture of the hubby and sweet baby! Come over and see what I did with <$6 worth of fabric. :)
March 11, 2015 at 11:51 AM
The photo of your husband and Elsie...how adorable! The plates are so cute, I saw them at Pier 1 a couple weeks ago and was sorely tempted, but we won't even be home for Easter dinner so no point this year. I hope you'll show us your table all set and pretty with them though. I would love to see it :>)
March 11, 2015 at 12:51 PM
Elsie is adorable! What a blessing! I have two grandsons an they are the apple of my eye. Grandchildren are wonderful. :)
I adore your bunny plates. Sounds like Easter will be special at your place. You do a great job cooking and tablescaping. Have a good week, Jane!
xo Beth
March 11, 2015 at 1:23 PM
So sorry about the lakehouse dear, hang in there. At least you got some spa-moments and little Elsie to get you by. LOVE your bunny plates, I have to go to Pier 1, that place is dangerous this time of year.
March 11, 2015 at 2:32 PM
Love your happy happy post today dear Janie!... sounds like your spirits are up and I am so happy. I MUST get some of those darling plates at Pier 1 before they are all gone!... your Italian restaurant looks so fun!... I know a bit of Italian (my uncle Tony was from Italy), and the name means, "really good" I believe... my little sister is actually in Italy right now on vacation!... your shopping day with Emily sounds fun as does your "spa" day. Little Elsie is a doll!... love your photo of your salad too!... I only buy cherry tomatoes this time of year too, the big ones are awful right now!... glad you are having some Springlike weather... much love, xoxo... Julie Marie
March 11, 2015 at 3:03 PM
Oh Jane, I love the sweet bunny plate, so cute. Thinking Spring and Easter, putting out some bunnys too...love the picture with little Elsie, cute as a Botton. Blessings Francine.
March 11, 2015 at 5:25 PM
Jane, I've never thought that sharing the sad times of our lives on our blogs was anything close to a "pity party" thing..and it has never even crossed my mind that sharing our sad thoughts or bad situations would even make someone think in that vain. I just went back and looked at your lovely vacation home and I also would be SO devastated. It's not long before summer and I'm hoping progress is made so you can have your time there as always.
Do you really think people think about our posts like that if we share a down or sad time we may be going through?
I hope none of us are like that.
Your hair is gorgeous and has been since I've known you, and what a wonderful place to have it done.
Love,
Mona
March 11, 2015 at 5:27 PM
I just knew you'd rally and get back to your old self. Yes, there will be nights you may not sleep as long or as well as you'd like, but that too will pass.
Now about that smoothie question...not really sure how to answer that other than to say I sometimes have smoothies for lunch, but never breakfast. For some reason I need something crunchy with texture for breakfast, but I enjoy making a smoothie with Greek yogurt, ripe banana, honey, vanilla, tapioca pearls and some milk. If I have it handy, I like to throw in some coconut for texture (you see a theme here?). I never really thought of it as a carb though, just something pretty healthy.
That's a precious picture of hubby and the baby. You're right, you need to frame it.
Spring is almost here, and things will start to look and feel so much better.
March 11, 2015 at 7:07 PM
I looked up Ottimo and it means very good, very fine, excellent, perfect, splendid :)
I've been coloring my hair for about 3 years and lately I've decided -- why fight it. Let it go grey. Who knows, it might look good now. LOL
Glad you are doing well. Big hugs!
March 11, 2015 at 8:27 PM
Oh Jane,
So sorry about the lake house damage. I am so behind getting caught up on reading with the baby coming etc.
But geez, so so sorry.
And speaking of babies, that little Elsie is just adorable! Oh I bet your loving it. And Al holding her, just precious!
Grandkids are the best!
Those bunny plates want to make me run right to Pier 1. And I know your hair is gorgeous, as always!
Katie was at the hospital again last night but still sent home.
She sure is miserable right now.
So hoping he arrives fairly soon.
Big Hugs too, love ya, Cindy
March 11, 2015 at 8:57 PM
Easter IS early this year, isn't it. Here it went from Snow Season to Mud Season right on top of each other so I don't feel very spring-like yet. Love the bunny plates :) And Elsie! What a wonderful photo and memories to treasure :)
March 12, 2015 at 5:50 AM
Love the photo of your hubby and the baby..so sweet.
I just read about your flood...oh, my..I am so sorry. I know ya'll will get it all fixed up and it will be even prettier than before.
hugs to you, dear heart.
March 12, 2015 at 6:40 AM
Wonderful photo of your husband and granddaughter! I was away and just heard about your flood. I am so sorry Jane!
March 12, 2015 at 9:16 AM
Hello,
I just love the bunny plates. They are so cute.
Your ideas for Easter are great. Looking forward to what you do for decorating and food. And dessert. You always do such amazing dessert.:-)
Love the babies. :-)) So sweet.
Prayers to you with the Lake House.
xx oo
Carla
March 12, 2015 at 11:12 AM
ha! I know exactly what you mean when you are at the hairdresser's. It's my favorite day of the month. I don't want to talk with the dresser or anyone else, just enjoying her messing with my hair. That's total relaxation for me!
March 12, 2015 at 11:24 AM
I was happily sipping my coffee as I was 'visiting' with you this afternoon - until I came towards the end and heard about the lake house! How did I miss this??? Off to read what I am sure is a sad story......
March 12, 2015 at 12:15 PM
What a darling baby, so cute!
You are sailing through a terrible experience with grace, and goodness. And I'm sending good wishes for the very best outcome for you with our treasured lake house.
Jen
March 12, 2015 at 12:35 PM
Things have really been busy, Jane! You have so much going on--but as you said--that's a good thing.
Elsie with hubby is a darling picture; he's smitten, for sure. I know you both are. How sweet of Emily to have everyone over.
We're supposed to send next week at our son's, and see them and our grandchildren. I hope I feel more up to going by Saturday...can't seem to get in the groove to do much lately. They'll pick me up when I get there, I know!
It's good to hear things are being cleaned up to repair the Lake House. Things will truly get busy then! Glad you and Emily had a good shopping trip---that's a great "pick-me-up!
xx Trudy
March 12, 2015 at 2:16 PM
Babies bring such happiness into a family. I'm glad you are feeling better...water damage is the pits.
March 12, 2015 at 9:33 PM
Hi Jane,
I popped over to your blog tonight to see how things were going with the water damage. I am so glad for this lovely post. You really are the nicest person, my heart went out to you and your husband having to face all that. And all these lovely comments. The blogger world is funny isn't it? So much support out there from such kind people. It made me feel good just seeing the comments on this post. Take care. xx Nancy
March 12, 2015 at 9:52 PM
SO glad you are feeling better, Janie. Congrats on the grandbaby, what a cutie! Those bunny plate are so pretty, looks like you are all set for Easter. I can imagine how stunning your table will be and the food will be delicious for sure.....Christine
March 12, 2015 at 10:11 PM
Such a sweet picture of your hubby. And granddaughter! So sorry about your lake house, hope all goes well there. You mentioned grains and then your next sentence started with "bottom", I had to laugh because my love for bread ends up on my bottom! Very little grains eaten here for that very reason. It's hard staying away from carbs too, how do you achieve that?
Hope you have a great day!
Blessings,
Cindy
March 13, 2015 at 5:15 AM
Love that picture of little Elsie and her Grandpa:) Framing is a must for it! That sure is a cute little bunny plate:) I still haven't gotten into the Spring/Easter mood but need to get moving! I pray that the Lakehouse will get back to it's original state and better! Sending HUGS and PRAYERS your way!
March 13, 2015 at 7:59 AM
So beautiful plate, the bunny is so cute! I'm sure that your Easter table will be full with womderful meals.
Spring cleaners Chelsea
March 13, 2015 at 8:26 AM
Aww...Elsie is so cute! I love the picture of your hubby holding her. Love the bunny plates you found - perfect for Easter. Grains and legumes...I try to limit my grains, especially anything made with white flour but I'm not totally gluten-free. I worry more about the GMO aspect of the wheat - unless you can find organic. I know some people can't digest legumes. For whatever reason, I can't digest refried beans or baked beans. Black beans, chickpeas, and Great Northern beans all agree with me. And since I eat mostly vegetarian, I do rely on legumes. Hope you have a good weekend!
March 13, 2015 at 10:58 AM
Love the bunny plates! What a precious pic of your hubby and sweet granddaughter! Definitely frame-worthy! Hope spring-like weather is headed your way soon!
March 13, 2015 at 11:11 AM
Oh Jane, I'm behind in my blog visits and just saw that your lakehouse had damage! I'm so sorry. Thankful too that your kitchen was undamaged. I know that is a refuge for you and your family. If it's any consolation we had that happen to us about 20 years ago ...Went to Florida for Christmas thru New Years and when we opened the door to our home we were greeted with six inches of freezing cold water. Our pipes burst and we had to move out with 3 boys and a dog to a temp apt for 2 months while our home was "rebuilt", but in the end it looked better than before. Lots of work I know for you ahead. I'm sending you hugs! Cute pictures of the baby and family and glad you were able to have some time getting your hair done! Hang in there!
Miss Bloomers
March 13, 2015 at 11:47 AM
I'm on the same cleaning, no carbs or sugar eating routine. I miss pasta but the 20 lbs. I've lost is good incentive to keep at it. Although, I'm heading to Mexico tomorrow so there will be no clean eating there. ;) Your blonde hair is so pretty. What a fun salon and baby experience. Jane, I am so sorry to read about your lake house. I'm sure it can be repaired, but I do admire your great attitude. I understand the loss of all that hard work and memories. Your bunny plates are adorbs. Happy almost spring, Blondie dear!
xx, Heather
March 13, 2015 at 3:23 PM
Life, however good, is just waaaay better with a new baby in it! Your husband has such a tender look about him with his wee granddaughter. Just think of all the fun ahead of you!
March 13, 2015 at 5:18 PM
Hi Jane, First off I am so sorry to read about the damage at your lakehouse. Oh my goodness what an event to have happen but I am so glad you sound like you are taking it all in stride and have such a wonderful outlook.
Elise is a little angel and so so sweet. Love that pic. Love your bunny plates and I think I better get over to Pier 1. The restaurant sounds so good and the name meaning
It's Good!! Your salad looks so delicious and I love cherry tomatoes too and even the grape tomatoes.
Looks like you girls have a fun time getting your hair done. The blowout is the best part. It will send one into a trance!!
So nice to catch up with your Jane and thanks for stopping by and your sweet visit.
Have a nice weekend and be blessed.
Hugs, CM
March 13, 2015 at 6:12 PM
I would love to get my hair fixed at a friend's house. How fun for all of you. :)
Your food all sounds so wonderful and gourmet.
Spring is coming!
March 13, 2015 at 8:10 PM
I don't know how you do it all! Those projects you have lined up - WOW! Do you ever sleep?
Your granddaughter is beautiful - she looks very cozy tucked into her grandfather's arms.
Have a good weekend and try to take a few moments for yourself just to unwind a bit.
March 14, 2015 at 8:08 AM
I love reading your chatty posts which not only catch me up on what you've been doing but make me feel like I was right there with you. I'm glad the news here is of a happier kind than in the last.
March 15, 2015 at 8:16 AM
The damage at your lakehouse just breaks my heart Jane. I hadn't seen the post until just now. But seeing the photo of Elsie and your husband is just so sweet that now I am smiling away happily reading about smoothies, grains and hair color!
Take care dear and I am hoping that the damage is not weighing too heavily on you and that it will be cleaned up soon.
hugs from here...
March 15, 2015 at 12:22 PM