tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25966066933946829032024-03-13T21:56:52.765-07:00A View from the CoopLauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.comBlogger238125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-55269466134260068712014-09-13T20:04:00.000-07:002014-09-13T20:04:24.426-07:00Fall Show <div style="text-align: center;">
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Getting ready for the </div>
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A little hint at what <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Worthy-Goods/144642412228036">Worthy Goods</a> is planning for this wonderful show!</div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-29558496535373503482014-05-31T18:13:00.000-07:002014-05-31T18:13:13.517-07:00Pretty Summer Salad<div style="text-align: center;">
Pretty is the best way for me to describe this summery cucumber salad.<br />
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That's how I feel about this!</div>
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2 cucumbers (I like the English cucumbers)<br />
1/2 cup diced mango<br />
1/2 red onion thinly sliced<br />
1 jalapeno chopped fine<br />
3 Tablespoons cilantro finely chopped<br />
1/2 red pepper chopped small<br />
5 strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced<br />
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-85241166770933479332014-03-05T10:14:00.000-08:002014-03-05T10:14:46.511-08:00Face Lift<div style="text-align: center;">
Face lift?</div>
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Not for me.</div>
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For my house.</div>
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We built our home in 1995. </div>
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We love our house but it was looking a little tired. </div>
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Or maybe we were tired of looking at it!</div>
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Last summer several weeks were spent giving her a little makeover.</div>
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This is our home before.</div>
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Each of these photos were taken during some type of storm. </div>
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The sky really was this dark and the sun was shining on the other side.</div>
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Wrapped the posts.</div>
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New front door.</div>
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Painted the deck.</div>
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Replaced some siding.</div>
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There were many conversations and paint samples for the porch posts.</div>
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We painted one of each on the front porch and the black seemed to disappear.</div>
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It was however, super sexy!</div>
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We found a great compromise...</div>
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We chose black for the breezeway and white for the main house.</div>
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Love them both!</div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-80504272304159107422014-02-05T17:17:00.001-08:002014-02-05T17:17:49.679-08:00Hello<div style="text-align: center;">
Oh you sweet little blog how I've missed you...</div>
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Bracing for the cold and some snow here in the beautiful Pacific NW.</div>
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Hope you are cozy wherever you are.</div>
Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-11026899040556888372013-10-30T13:42:00.002-07:002013-10-30T13:42:39.801-07:00Big News!<div style="text-align: center;">
Last weekend...</div>
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My beautiful <a href="http://ducksoven.blogspot.com/">daughter</a> </div>
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her boyfriend</div>
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<i><b><span style="color: #e06666;">Got Engaged!</span></b></i></div>
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Congratulations Chelsea and Eric.</div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-75202459305815949072013-10-22T07:34:00.001-07:002013-10-22T07:35:31.672-07:00Beautiful Food<div style="text-align: center;">
Today is <i>day 14</i> of my <a href="http://www.whole9life.com/2013/08/the-whole30-program/">Whole 30</a>. It's going great!</div>
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The first five days were a little tough but somewhere along the way things got better.</div>
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Still missing that glass of wine with dinner but Pelligrino is a fine substitute!</div>
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<span style="color: #e69138;">Amazingly,</span> the <a href="http://www.whole9life.com/2013/08/the-whole30-program/">Whole 30</a> has turned into a culinary adventure.</div>
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Beautiful dishes have been making their way from stove to table.</div>
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The first recipe in the Beautiful Food line up is:</div>
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<span style="color: #990000;">Cinnamon Beef Stew with Orange Gremolata.</span> </div>
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The recipe comes from my favorite cook book,</div>
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<a href="http://www.theclothesmakethegirl.com/wellfed/">Well Fed</a> by Melissa Joulwan. Melissa has just released <a href="http://www.theclothesmakethegirl.com/wellfed/">Well Fed 2</a> and should be in my mailbox tomorrow!</div>
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The best word to describe this dish is </div>
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<i>lovely.</i></div>
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<span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Cinnamon Beef Stew with Orange Gremolata</span></div>
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2-3 pounds beef stew meet, cut into 1-inch cubes</div>
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salt and black pepper to taste</div>
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3 tablespoons coconut oil</div>
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1 medium carrot, peeled and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)</div>
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1 medium celery stalk, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)</div>
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2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)</div>
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2 tablespoons tomato paste</div>
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1/2 cup beef broth</div>
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar</div>
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3-5 cups water</div>
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2 teaspoons salt</div>
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper</div>
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2 bay leaves</div>
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1 sprig fresh rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)</div>
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1 sprig fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)</div>
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1 sprig fresh sage (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)</div>
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2 cinnamon sticks</div>
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1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely minced (about 2 tablespoons) </div>
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zest from 1 orange (about 2 tablespoons)</div>
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leaves from 1 sprig fresh thyme (1/2 teaspoon dried)</div>
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2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)</div>
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1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional)</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">Sprinkle the beef generously</span> with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat, then add the meat in batches and sear on all sides. It's important that you don't crowd the pan. The meat needs air around it to achieve a crisp brown crust. With tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the browned pieces to a bowl to catch their juice. Repeat with the remaining cubes.</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">In the same pot,</span> saute the chopped carrot, onion, celery, and garlic for about 2 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon. Add the tomato paste and stir for about 1 minute.</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">Deglaze the pan.</span> Which is just a cook's way to say: Add the broth and vinegar, then stir with passion, scraping up all the wonderful brown bits at the bottom of the pan. Keep stirring until the mixture starts to thicken.</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">Put the meat and its drippings back into the pot</span>. Add 3 cups water, 2 teaspoons salt, a healthy dose of pepper, the bay leaves, rosemary, thyme, sage, and cinnamon sticks.</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">Bring to a boil,</span> then reduce the heat and simmer with the pot only partially covered for about 90 minutes. This is not a soupy stew but if the stew starts to dry out, add more water, about 1/2 cup at a time. Simmer until the meat is fall-apart tender and the liquid in the pan has been reduced to gravy-like status.</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">During the last 15 minutes of stew cooking time,</span> make the gremolata. In a small bowl, mix the parsley, orange zest, thyme, garlic, and rose water.</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;">Remove the cinnamon sticks and herb stems from the stew pot.</span> Ladle the stew into deep bowls and top with a few pinches of orange gremolata. Bonus points if you also add a light drizzle of olive oil.</div>
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<i><span style="color: #cc0000;">*Eat the orange gremolata immediately to enjoy the full effects of the aromatic orange oils. It will keep in the refrigerator for a few days, but it's best when it's fresh.</span></i></div>
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<span style="color: #e69138;"><b>Miller Addition:</b></span> <i>I threw a sweet potato in the microwave for about 5 minutes (until tender), cut it in half, scooped out the flesh and mashed it with a fork. This was added to the bottom of the bowl and the stew put on top. It was a fantastic addition to this awesome recipe!</i></div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-8220737582235473822013-10-17T09:13:00.000-07:002013-10-17T09:13:51.516-07:00Fall - What's not to Love<div style="text-align: center;">
Many people have expressed Fall as their favorite time of year.</div>
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<span style="color: #990000;">Here are a few of the reasons why.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.feastingathome.com/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.whatkatieate.com/">source</a></td></tr>
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<i>Enjoy the day!</i></div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-16066669528132084732013-10-15T07:11:00.000-07:002013-10-15T07:13:50.580-07:00Whole 30 Breakfast<div style="text-align: center;">
One of the best things about the <a href="http://www.whole9life.com/2013/08/the-whole30-program/">Whole 30</a> is all the pretty food.</div>
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A <i>go to</i> breakfast during these 30 days is Baked Bacon and Eggs.</div>
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So easy to make and very satisfying.</div>
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Make a large batch and there will be enough for a few days. </div>
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The leftovers can be microwaved and the BEST PART...</div>
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No chopping or cooking!</div>
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A good portion of this can easily get a hungry girl through until lunch time.</div>
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Here's what you do:</div>
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1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)</div>
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1/2 tsp pepper (or to taste)</div>
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)</div>
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1/4 tsp italian seasoning (optional)</div>
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1 - 1 1/2 cups cooked, crumbled bacon</div>
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1 cup chopped onion</div>
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Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Spread bacon, peppers and onions in the bottom of a 9x9 baking dish. In a medium size bowl beat the eggs and add in seasoning. Pour over bacon mixture. Bake for 20 - 30 minutes or until center is firm.</div>
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*there are so many variations to this basic recipe. Add green onions, olives, spinach, broccoli or whatever else sounds good. </div>
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*you can also make this in a 9x13. Use 1 dozen eggs and increase your veggies.</div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-54778688183001825552013-10-13T18:25:00.000-07:002013-10-13T18:26:05.671-07:00Weekend Finds<div style="text-align: center;">
I was in sunny California last weekend and as luck would have it...</div>
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Just 30 minutes from the <a href="http://www.alamedapointantiquesfaire.com/">Alameda Antiques Faire</a>!</div>
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This was my first time</div>
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We were a little shy on cargo space but I still managed to bring a few things home.</div>
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Here are a few of my <a href="http://www.alamedapointantiquesfaire.com/">Alameda</a> favorites.</div>
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The Whole 30 is going great! </div>
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Drinking coffee black is not so bad. </div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-15321150305683495422013-10-09T14:17:00.000-07:002013-10-09T14:17:21.089-07:00For the Health of it<div style="text-align: center;">
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A brief explanation of the <a href="http://www.whole9life.com/category/whole-30/">Whole 30</a> in the author's words:</div>
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Fabulous <a href="http://www.whole9life.com/category/whole-30/">Whole 30</a> friendly recipes will soon find there way onto this blog. I can't wait to share them with you! </div>
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<b>Here we go!</b></div>
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Fall has officially begun.</div>
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If you live in the Pacific NW this means rain.</div>
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A favorite around here is Spicy Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup.</div>
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Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-8849446950726672302013-09-05T15:10:00.000-07:002013-09-05T15:10:34.592-07:00OMG...<div style="text-align: center;">
I can't believe Fall is in the air. </div>
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And I can't believe there has not been a post here since Febuary!</div>
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<b>What?</b></div>
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I have a few things to share.</div>
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First off... If you are new to this blog, welcome.</div>
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My sister-in-law, Debbie and I share a business called Worthy Goods.</div>
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We are shoppers, antiquers, junkers, restorers, makers and sellers.</div>
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We put our passion for all of these together at </div>
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<a href="http://www.monticelloantiques.com/">Monticello Antique Marketplace</a> in Portland, OR.</div>
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The Fall Premier Show at Monticello opens September 6 and runs through September 29th.</div>
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Here are a few photos of what we put together.</div>
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You can find more on our Worthy Goods blog by clicking <a href="http://worthygoods.blogspot.com/">here</a> and on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Worthy-Goods/144642412228036">Facebook</a>.</div>
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Speaking of Fall and shopping...</div>
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Here are a few favorites.</div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yjM3LUlA-CQ/Uijycd9oTuI/AAAAAAAAE_4/2onPIRzfnuU/s1600/fallfashion.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yjM3LUlA-CQ/Uijycd9oTuI/AAAAAAAAE_4/2onPIRzfnuU/s400/fallfashion.jpeg" width="276" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/119486196336819383/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://indulgy.com/post/S3OSyOzWW1/fashion">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/191825265351498552/">source</a></td></tr>
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For the home.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.casa-diseno.com/2013-fall-collection-preview-zara-home/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/turner-leather-sofa/?pkey=cturner-sofas&">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod2060009&categoryId=cat1580065">source</a></td></tr>
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Fall garden.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.cowlickcottagefarm.com/preparing-the-fall-garden/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.starkbros.com/blog/starting-a-fall-garden-orchard/">source</a></td></tr>
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That's all for now.</div>
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It's good to be back!</div>
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<i>Laurie</i></div>
Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-36999236347224633902013-02-01T07:46:00.000-08:002013-02-01T07:46:33.036-08:00Monaco Blue<div style="text-align: center;">
Monaco Blue has been named one of the hottest colors for Spring 2013. </div>
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How do I feel about this color?</div>
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<span style="color: #073763;">I</span></div>
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Whether you love it or the jury is still out, here's a little Monaco Blue inspiration.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/75013150015436707/">source</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/75013150015436343/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/167970261074176275/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/516577019728152971/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_KSQfSfEYyI/UQcDSqKPBtI/AAAAAAAAEzk/6s23TxvaAbs/s1600/monaco4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_KSQfSfEYyI/UQcDSqKPBtI/AAAAAAAAEzk/6s23TxvaAbs/s400/monaco4.jpeg" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://coolspotters.com/classic-cars/porsche-356-speedster">source</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NRoP41Ec0AU/UQcEA01QAmI/AAAAAAAAEzw/oJUmQhPFwMs/s1600/monaco5.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NRoP41Ec0AU/UQcEA01QAmI/AAAAAAAAEzw/oJUmQhPFwMs/s400/monaco5.jpeg" width="300" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/103019910197943804/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bvimWRLWDK0/UQcEZEEmmqI/AAAAAAAAE0I/sfgIaKINzUE/s1600/monaco6.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="275" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bvimWRLWDK0/UQcEZEEmmqI/AAAAAAAAE0I/sfgIaKINzUE/s400/monaco6.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/103019910197943805/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H3GKcFMUvlQ/UQcE_hloAoI/AAAAAAAAE0Q/vhypys7bm6g/s1600/monaco7.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="393" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H3GKcFMUvlQ/UQcE_hloAoI/AAAAAAAAE0Q/vhypys7bm6g/s400/monaco7.jpeg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/103019910197943749/">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sC6mzEMhefw/UQcFjen5NOI/AAAAAAAAE0Y/vS04dEmXxGo/s1600/monaco8.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sC6mzEMhefw/UQcFjen5NOI/AAAAAAAAE0Y/vS04dEmXxGo/s400/monaco8.jpeg" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://moonshineandwool.tumblr.com/post/29212459293">source</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_1IKxtpX_Jc/UQcGLB41zgI/AAAAAAAAE0g/8G0zHfYVeEI/s1600/monaco9.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_1IKxtpX_Jc/UQcGLB41zgI/AAAAAAAAE0g/8G0zHfYVeEI/s400/monaco9.jpeg" width="300" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/3246469">source</a></td></tr>
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<span style="color: #073763;">Lovely!</span></div>
Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-65805287712476408112013-01-29T08:28:00.000-08:002013-01-29T08:28:37.554-08:00WORD<div style="text-align: center;">
I realize it's the end of January and I am choosing today to share my word for the year. Good things take time!<br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><i>The process of acquiring a word each year helps bring into focus where I'm at in life. Somehow it brings a bit of clarity to all the thoughts, intentions and ideas swirling around in my head!</i></span> <br />
<span style="color: #38761d;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #38761d;"><i>Give it a try. Who knows where it will lead you!</i></span><br />
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My word for 2012 was <a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=2596606693394682903#editor/target=post;postID=4557298714614001293"><u><b>Joy</b></u></a>. You can read about it <a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=2596606693394682903#editor/target=post;postID=4557298714614001293">here</a>.</div>
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For 2013 this seems to be just right.</div>
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<b><u>Build</u></b></div>
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<i>To construct by assembling or joining parts and materials.</i></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KKt9b-iGUvg/UQbaLa3qhxI/AAAAAAAAExU/3mmMWfelNeU/s1600/Awesome+Building.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KKt9b-iGUvg/UQbaLa3qhxI/AAAAAAAAExU/3mmMWfelNeU/s400/Awesome+Building.jpg" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mostbeautifulpages.com/2013/01/awesome-building.html"><u><b>source</b></u></a></td></tr>
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<i>To establish, increase, or strengthen.</i></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://photos.cleveland.com/plain-dealer/2012/08/tianna_madison_elyria_native_c_3.html"><u><b>source</b></u></a></td></tr>
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<i>To mold form or create.</i></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O0HH855mFBU/UQbcs9Kz1UI/AAAAAAAAEx4/DGUZ6EZVD0w/s1600/kneadingdough.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O0HH855mFBU/UQbcs9Kz1UI/AAAAAAAAEx4/DGUZ6EZVD0w/s400/kneadingdough.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.thefrugalgirl.com/2009/01/wednesday-baking-how-to-knead-bread-dough/"><u><b>source</b></u></a></td></tr>
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<i>To base; found: a relationship built on trust.</i></div>
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<i>Build</i> seems to suit the mode I'm operating in. New projects and ideas are pulling me forward.<br />
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Having the word <i>build</i> in my psyche brings focus and patience for the many tasks required to reach a goal. <br />
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Do you choose a word for the year?<br />
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<i><span style="color: red; font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: red; font-size: 14.0pt; font-style: italic;">“Concentrate all your
thoughts on the task at hand. The sun
rays do not burn until brought into focus.” ---Alexander Graham Bell</span></span></i></div>
Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-28128084085207675322013-01-21T19:37:00.000-08:002013-01-21T19:37:09.359-08:00I'm in the mood for...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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With Valentine's Day just around the corner whipping up a few "love" pillows seemed like a good idea.<br />
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If you find yourself <i>loving </i>these, they will be available Wednesday at<a href="http://monticelloantiques.blogspot.com/"> Monticello Antique Marketplace</a> in Portland, OR.<br />
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Or just enjoy looking at them right here!<br />
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Have a great week,<br />
<i>Laurie</i><br />
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<i> </i>Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-29837015161920199782012-12-31T17:23:00.002-08:002012-12-31T17:23:59.633-08:00Happy New Year!<div style="text-align: center;">
Wishing you the best for 2013!!!</div>
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<br />Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-30043466378685408412012-12-29T11:01:00.001-08:002012-12-29T11:01:37.521-08:00Hello.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
After a busy holiday week and the New Year fast approaching...</div>
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My wish for you is a quiet moment to</div>
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Have a great weekend!</div>
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<br />Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-38109898440239558162012-11-29T06:39:00.002-08:002012-11-29T06:39:53.139-08:00A Vintage Inspired Christmas...Open the doors and let the show begin! Friday, November 30th is opening day for the Vintage Inspired Christmas Show at <a href="http://monticelloantiques.blogspot.com/">Monticello Antiques</a> in Portland, Oregon.<br />
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We have been a busy bunch preparing for the show. Here's a peek at what Worthy Goods has been up to...<br />
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Monticello Antique Marketplace is located at:<br />
8600 SE Stark Street<br />
Portland, OR 97216<br />
503-256-8600<br />
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The Christmas show runs November 30 - January 1<br />
<b>Hours on Friday November 30th: 8:00am - 6:00pm</b><br />
Regular store hours: Monday thru Saturday 10:00 - 6:00<br />
Sunday 10:00 - 5:00<br />
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Come by and be inspired!Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-18365054098274244832012-11-09T07:52:00.000-08:002012-11-09T07:55:38.932-08:00'tis the season...Currently I'm busy getting ready for the Christmas Show at Monticello Antique Marketplace. At times like these my mind and hands never seem to stop working. Sleep is just a necessary inconvenience.<br />
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Sneak peeks will be available soon. While you're waiting here's a little inspiration from <span id="goog_1045381196"></span>pinterest<span id="goog_1045381197"></span>. Some of my favorites!<br />
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To see more, go to my Christmas Pinterest Board here http://pinterest.com/lauriemlr/christmas/.<br />
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Happy Thursday!<br />
<i>Laurie</i> <br />
<br />Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-15621521075987820292012-09-12T13:55:00.002-07:002012-09-12T13:55:42.817-07:00Black Walls. Hmmmm...<div style="text-align: center;">
I am thinking about painting a room in my home black. Any thoughts?</div>
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It seems scary to paint a room such a bold color. But then again, it's just paint!<br />
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The Camas Vintage Street Faire is almost here!</div>
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The Street Faire is a treasure trove of great vintage finds. Join Sara of <a href="http://roostreimagined.blogspot.com/">Roost Reimagined</a> and these talented vendors for a day of fun, food and shopping!<br />
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<i>Roost Reimagined </i><br />
<i>Vintage Home<br />
My Shabby Passion<br />
The Cupbearer<br />
Rickety Picket<br />
<a href="http://fadedcharmcottage.blogspot.com/">Faded Charm</a><br />
Elegant Garden Designs<br />
Vintage Nest<br />
French Kiss<br />
Homestead<br />
Tayadeline<br />
Unexpected Home<br />
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Random Acts<br />
Purple Pear<br />
Lavender Hill Cottage<br />
Vintage Market<br />
Connies Crew<br />
Kelly Julson<br />
Interior Creations<br />
2nd Bloom<br />
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<i> K'syrah</i></div>
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<a href="http://www.trulyscrumptiousnw.com/"><i>Truly Scrumptous</i></a></div>
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<i> TNT Kettle Corn</i></div>
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The Street Faire is located right in front of <a href="http://camasantiques.blogspot.com/">Camas Antiques</a></div>
<span style="color: black; font-weight: bold;">305 NE 4th Ave. </span><br />
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Saturday, August 25 ~ 9:00-4:00</div>
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<i>See you there!</i></div>
Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-28693555363116528062012-08-12T07:17:00.002-07:002012-08-12T07:17:53.295-07:00Think Outside the Pint<div style="text-align: center;">
My daughter <a href="http://ducksoven.blogspot.com/">Chelsea</a> is competing in a cook off at <a href="http://www.biteoforegon.com/">The Bite of Oregon</a> today. </div>
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The theme is <i>Think Outside the Pint</i>. She will be making <i>beer berry muffins</i>. They are fantastic!<br />
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Check out Chelsea's blog ~ <a href="http://ducksoven.blogspot.com/2012/03/beer-berry-muffins.html">A Duck's Oven</a> for the recipe.</div>
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Go Chelsea!</div>Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-82753477929086832072012-08-11T08:17:00.005-07:002012-08-11T08:17:58.832-07:00Industrial InspirationCheck out these beautiful rooms and ideas for incorporating the industrial look into your home.<br />
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Onto the living room...<br />
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Now for some lighting...<br />
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Enjoy the weekend!<br />
<span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;"><i>Laurie</i></span>Lauriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06344082924269705706noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2596606693394682903.post-1438274006473618492012-08-08T09:49:00.001-07:002012-08-08T09:49:32.632-07:00Half a century, but who's counting?<div style="text-align: center;">
Happy Birthday to my amazing husband, Gary~ Fifty looks pretty darn good on you!</div>
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