Tuesday Things.
1. To me, peonies look the prettiest before they open up. Truth.
2. Sweet, spicy AND salty coconut margaritas? Sign me up.
3. Thoughts on the new instagram logo? I know most people hate it, but of course my pink-adoring, neon-loving, 90s Lisa Frank inside freak LOVES it. I think it’s super cool. And I like the update too – the minimalist look makes all the photos stand out so much. Probably not a popular opinion?
4. You know what makes my skin crawl though? The whole Dr. Pimple Popper thing. No. No. NO. I just can’t. But I know some people get weird gratification out of it. Are you one of them? I want to throw up. But it’s okay, that’s probably how you feel about neon, so we’re even.
5. Soooo how much would your favorite TV apartment cost today?! I’m still on the Carrie Bradshaw train. I mean, TWO doors into her bathroom!
6. Speaking of TV! Yes, I am sad that Nashville was cancelled but I seriously thought it would be cancelled the last two years. I loathe loathe loathe the storyline right now. What did you think of the Scandal finale? I’m excited about The Catch finale too! And like I usually do in the spring, I’m ready to binge on The Affair again.
7. I’ve hit this point in my life where if I have one extra glass of wine at night? I toss and turn the entire night. It’s like I’m now 87 years old.
8. Ryan Reynolds on parenting. It’s real! Also, can we talk about how incredible Blake Lively looked in the blue dress last week?!
9. Okay! So I have a new plan for my herbs this year. Last year they did great in pots, but it was sort of an eyesore (to me) and I want lots of different herbs. I had nine different herbs but they were very crowded. I cook a TONÂ with fresh herbs so want even more variation this year. And I want one of these stand up planter things that isn’t a million dollars. Nope, building one isn’t an option (we are not the “handy” type AT ALL) – seriously, doesn’t matter how easy it is. Do I just bite the bullet and get it? Have you had one?
10. I love you majorly. Thank you SO much for being here. I appreciate it like nobody’s business.
29 Comments on “Tuesday Things.”
I’m with you on the instagram reboot. I LOVE it.
Also – thanks for the link last week with the trader joe’s items. I picked up those tortillas because all the ones I find at Giant Eagle are pretty bad. and they. are. great. I grew up in southern California eating legit Mexican food and even the best tortillas can’t compare. Have you been to El Burro on the North Side? It’s great.
#7 – YES!! I have been trying to cut back on the wine, because a) calories and b) expense and didn’t have any last week. I had two glasses Saturday evening and got a terrible headache and didn’t sleep AT ALL. It was awful!! I feel so old……. :(
For herbs: About the same cost, but WAY more space. :) http://www.gardeners.com/buy/grow-bag-terrace-kit/40-318.html#q=tier&start=1
Also the Ryan Reynolds tweets: flat out hilarious.
#9 I’m thinking of getting one like this:
http://m.homedepot.com/p/Gronomics-24-in-x-48-in-x-32-in-9-in-D-Rustic-Elevated-Garden-Bed-REGB-24-48/203026815
It’s not exactly like the one you linked to but they have other options!
OMG, the wine thing is so true! It started for me just this past year. Like, all of a sudden, I’m unable to have more than one glass at night. Suuuucks. And I’m with ya on the herbs. I have to get my act together this year, too. Mine are always a hot mess.
the instagram update is amazing. I’m a total minimalist, and I’m totally in love with it.
Speaking of shows and Blake Lively…I don’t have tv, but I have netflix (because #millenial) and have been binging on Gossip Girl reruns while I cook all week. And while I workout (at home). No shame. And I still want to be Blaire Waldorf, minus the headbands.
YES! Once I turned 30 out of nowhere I can’t have more than 2-3 drinks or I’m awake all night (and overheating). It’s so weird… although good motivation to not drink very much. :)
IKEA wins…
http://m.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/art/40285845/
http://m.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/art/40285845/
Ummmmmm. I don’t know what that Dr. Pimple Popper thing is that you are talking about and I am not even going to look it up. Nope nope nope.
Check this out – just searched on Etsy and it looks like a similar option of the WS vertical planter that could save you about $100. Also, I typed in my zip as an example and it said free shipping, so there’s that!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/223571288/new-24-vertical-gardening-raised?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=herb%20planter&ref=sc_gallery_1&plkey=7f964ca444abdbd1be9f224d2ea659c502c94c74:223571288
Also, Blake Lively is BEYOND beautiful. Ryan’s not so bad either though ;)
xx oo xx oo xx !!!!!
I’m 50-50 on the Instagram logo. I love the minimal design inside the app but I absolutely HATE the new icon. It’s generic and the colors are atrocious.
Completely with you on peonies. They’re my favorite flower and I love them and cannot wait for my peony bush to bloom!
I’m so glad I’m not the only one hating the story line of Nashville. I have to catch up on Scandal and Catch! Counting the days down for the Affair!
Wine is my enemy right now too…2 glasses…an extra half or full glass, and I’m doomed!
as much as I love neon pink, I am not a fan of the new Instagram logo! Â also – why do they keep making it scroll back up to the top anytime you leave the app? Â sometimes life happens when I’m scrolling through Insta and then when I go back to it, it won’t let me start where I left off. Â it drives me crazy!!
also, my sister has some thing called a Garden Tower. Â it’s expensive and not very attractive, but it composts and does all kinds of crazy stuff. Â I would love to be able to grow herbs and veggies!! Â she loves it and I kind of want one…but I live in an apartment in Chicago sooooooooo probably not going to happen. Â
I’m agree with you about peonies! So so pretty!!
I love the new Instagram logo and update. Probably in the minority with you but I’m absolutely okay with that.
We have one of those boxes from Gardeners! We have it right outside the back door on our patio and have quick access to the herbs and tomatoes. Yes, it was kind of pricy, but so worth it. Have had it 3 years and it’s still in great condition.
Check out http://www.farmworksannarbor.com
They do all kinds of planters and I have seen one like that here before!
hey girl love the list!Â
Check out Etsy for the herb garden potters! https://www.etsy.com/listing/223571288/new-24-vertical-gardening-raisedÂ
This all speaks to me. Love margs, love neon, and love wine – but even at 23 it kills if I have more than a glass. Is this really what growing up is supposed to be like? Can’t hang, but also can’t get off the rose train….
You might want to take a look at the plant stand from Ikea. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40285845/
I COMPLETELY AGREE about Dr Pimple Popper. Barf. Every time I think about it I get nauseous. I watched a few to see if I could handle it… CAN’T. And I can usually really handle everything medical/bloody really well. Not that. No no no no is right.
Some of the herbs you should be able to plant on the side of the house…we have chives, thyme, oregano, mint and dill that are happy on the south side and I’m @ 30 miles north of the Burgh. I go out in the dead of winter and get my thyme!
I second the Roped on Cedar shop Katie mentioned above..nice stuff!
everyone is giving suggestions but I just saw this one the other day and I think it’s perfect!
http://www.wayfair.com/New-Age-Garden-Living-Vertical-Garden-Wall-EPVP001-W32H45-NWG1024.html
The wine thing! I love wine but I’ve cut back on it because it ruins my sleep :(
Always love reading your blog- so much fun to read and I love the way you write! xoxo
#1 about peonies….totally truuuuueeeee!!!))) Agree with you!