While in a bookstore, I bypass the gossip magazines and go straight to the art and architecture section to glance at feature articles about the artists behind their work. Of course, I do the same online. So, just the other day I came across some of the most beautiful and extra ordinary artwork from here and Facebook, which I wanted to share with my readers and tell you how I envy those who followed their passions in life. These are some of my favorites
Right about this time of year, I get the vacation planning itch. Although I pretty much know where I want to go every year, at the beginning of the year, sometimes what life decades throughout the year, almost forces me to imagination of a place I can actually escape to, where I could just sit by the ocean or sea and think through my problems. Well, today was one of those days, as I wrote the train to work this morning, I put on my i-pod and closed my eyes and quickly escaped to Greece. So I decided to post this entry and share some of my favorite photos of Greece.
Earlier this year, I can actually start saying that now since we are in February, I had stated that I normally pick a country to vacation in and end up writing everything about it until I drive myself and my readers (probably) crazy. Well except for one of my good friends here, I know she doesn’t get sick of Italy or all things Italian no matter what. So here’s to my friend and to Italy (cross fingers and hope I can go there this year), I have included photos of Tuscany to hold me over until I can make my vacation plans into a reality. Have a great weekend everyone!
I can honestly tell you that I cannot pass up the magazine section at any bookstore, especially when I come across Elle Decor. In my opinion, it is the most resourceful, user-friendly, esthetically pleasing and well-organized interior decorating magazine and I love the fact, it is published globally with U.K., Australia and French versions to booth. Anyway, I tend to keep most of my Elle Decor magazines because I feel, like fashion, interior decorating is recyclable and what is considered old news will most likely be new trend in the coming years. Besides my eclectic taste in decor is another reason to keep the magazines. Here are some of my favorite Elle Decor photos from years past which I think can most certainly be included in today’s design styles. Tell me what you think?
Normally around the end of a year or the beginning of a new one, people tend to reconfigure their life and lifestyles in an effort to make changes, which in essence will allow them to feel good about themselves throughout the New Year. It’s funny this behavior is almost automatic and whether we think about it or not, all of us participate uniformly and sometimes subconsciously. While searching online for various small or big changes people tend to make around the end or beginning of a new year are: 1.Get rid of old clothes and donate them to a worthy cause 2. Spruce up the house by either painting or redecorating a room or two. 3. Contemplate a new hair do and/or color treatment. 4. Shred old or expired files and organize a new filing system. 5. Clean out linen closets and declutter a food pantry. 6. Shop for a new perfume or explore new make up options. 7. Get a message or a spa treatment 8. Purge computer and organize online photos 9. Get …
With a blink of an eye, 2010 comes to an end. This year was the most eventful for me because I celebrated a milestone birthday, lost a job, sold a house, lost a family member, rekindled relations with extended family as well as travelled to some interesting destinations and some not so interesting. I admit I experienced too much and from it learned alot in the course of 365 days. One thing I must say, thanks to maturity and an unexplainable sense of self-control (which I think is associated with maturity), I was able to cope with the “personal” events which unfolded during the course of the year and in a way survived the outcome(s) with minimal damage to my mental health 🙂 . As I result of 2010, I have decided to pass up on making New Years resolutions altogether so that I am not too disappointed in myself, should I not be able to uphold the commitment. Instead, I have set some flexible goals for myself, which I am going to do everything …
A few things to remember while hosting a New Years Eve party are of course, champagne, party favors, an array of (silver and gold) decorations, at least for my taste (you can choose your own color theme as you wish) around the living room and several funky clocks strategically placed at the buffet table and fireplace mantle alarmed and ready to go off at midnight. In light of the New Years Eve decoration suggestions, I have included some photos to share. Have fun planning!!!
In light of my passion for travel, I have decided to include the following contest for my readers. Below are photos of various destinations around the globe which, either celebrate Christmas or recognize the holiday. The person who guesses the most locations will win a prize. Contest will run from December 22-25, 2010 and results will be posted on December 26th. Contest open to US and Canada residents only 🙂 There are 10 photos total – click on photo above and below to enlarge for better visibility. Please send me an email at rawsilkandsaffron@gmail.com with your answers by midnight December 25th to qualify. Answers,winner(s) and prize will be posted on the site on December 26th and prizes will be awarded based on the person with the most correct answers. Should there be more than 3 winners, we will have a lottery for the prize. Good luck and have fun!!!
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