Music Mondays: The premiere

As a music obsessed woman I really feel like I have been lacking a music presence on my blog since the beginning. Sure there have been a few posts here and there featuring lyrics, big budget concerts and my favorite songs of all time but those posts are few and far between and don’t express the love I have for good music.

My plan is to feature a song of the week each as well as photos, lyrics and anything other interesting tidbits.

So to kick off my Music Mondays….
My song of the week is Part II by Paramore.

This song has grown on me like a weed! I almost have it on repeat at the moment while I sit at my desk. Since there exists no official video yet please settle for this lyric video created by a fan. I was impressed by how the lyrics follow the beat so well – way to go!

Last week Mister and I rocked out at the Paramore concert and it was an amazing show! Here are some of my favorite photos from the night…

Hope you all enjoyed my first installment of Music Mondays!

ABC Friday – S is For…..

It’s week 19 of the ABC Friday Photo Share created by Maple Leaf Mommy and Mom vs The Boys. For today ….

S is for …. STRESS

I think Domo has the right idea here… Grab the TP and make a break for it!
We are living back at home now and our bathroom while functional isn’t quite finished… The ceiling and trim work needs painting, we need some funky art so that I can post a reveal of the design, a few odds and ends and it will be complete. A shower rod that fits would also be helpful so that we can shower without soaking the entire room!

The DUST though … the dust … oh my word the dust. We’ve mopped what, 6 or 7 times now? The floors are still grey. I couldn’t sleep last night because of the dry air. I have a mountain of laundry that is definitely taller than I am and I have come to one easy conclusion: I am never renovating again. Ever.

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Attic Finds: Part 1

During our renovation our contractor had to make a new vent for our washroom and he cut into our attic. I’ve been in my home for what feels like forever – but is really just about 8 years – and I have never even peeked into the attic. It scares me. Who knows what could be hiding there?

Well apparently some awesomely cool items!!! Check out this find which I believe is a milk can from way back in the day!

They also let us know that the attic is FULL of stuff, some old school video games and all sorts of goodies to sort through. I can’t wait to send my mister up there for a peek – because there’s still no way I’m going up there until I get the all clear

ABC Friday – R is For…..

It’s week 18 of the ABC Friday Photo Share created by Maple Leaf Mommy and Mom vs The Boys. For today ….

R is for …. Renovations

This is the current state of our only bathroom… We are temporarily living with my parents while it’s renovated from top to bottom. Also, I’ve had kids sick with colds and stomach flus and thus the no blogging this week as I have been drowning in tissues, laundry and attempting to retain some sanity and privacy until the reno is complete.
Let’s hope it’s Monday!

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ABC Friday – Q is For…..

It’s week 17 of the ABC Friday Photo Share created by Maple Leaf Mommy and Mom vs The Boys. For today ….

Q is for …. QUESTIONS

Ahhh the endless questions from inquiring little minds … if you have kids you know exactly what I mean!! As much as they make us bonkers sometimes, we’ve all got to remember that curiosity means their minds are working and connecting the dots. Love it!

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Bloggers Wanted: Kiss the Cook Giveaway

Hey fellow bloggers … if you are looking for contests to host on your blog here is a fantastic one coming up in June that you are welcome to participate in for free!

Kiss the Cook Event
Organized by: Mom Powered Media
Prize: Rachael Ray Cookware Prize Package with Hard Anodized II 10 piece Set, Rachael Ray Bakeware Set – Orange!
Event dates: 6/3 – 6/24
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ABC Friday – P is For…..

It’s week 16 of the ABC Friday Photo Share created by Maple Leaf Mommy and Mom vs The Boys. For today ….

P is for …. PINTEREST

I mean where do I even start? The ability to create your own idea boards without cluttering up your house with scraps of cut up magazine articles, the new secret boards where your pins are kept private from others, the sayings & quotes, the cake decorating ideas, the gifts, the crafts, the endless party planning ideas … I’ll just leave it at that because I could talk for days. If you haven’t signed up yet – what are you waiting for?! If you require a free invitation just leave a comment on this post!

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Thought of the Day: Stronger

Feel the feelings and then keep moving.

Berry Pie Cupcakes

I found a photo of these cute “pie” cupcakes on Pinterest the other night and decided to give them a try this weekend. I haven’t baked in months and I was really getting the urge to take out my baking set and get to work!

After some googling I discovered the recipe was originally featured on Oprah.com but with very minimal instructions… but I decided to give it a whirl anyways.

Ingredients needed:

• Cupcake/cake mix of your choice
• M&Ms or Smarties
• Icing (which I tinted with food coloring but a nice butterscotch icing would be the perfect color)
  

The steps were very easy:

1. Bake the cupcakes and let them cool completely (I chose a Gluten Free Chocolate Mix)
   
2. Lightly ice the tops so that the m&ms have somewhere to stick
   
3. Sort your m&m colors (little hands are great for this!)
   
4. Apply m&ms slightly overlapping for a “berry” effect (unfortunately I hadn’t bought enough m&ms … or my little helper was eating them, lesson learned!)
   
5. Create a “lattice” effect with your icing. I used a piping bag with Wilton tip #44 but any tip with a straight edge should work. Here is the finished product!

They need some finishing work, but I was pretty proud of how adorable they turned out for a first attempt without any instructions! I’ve already been asked to make them again for a party in 2 weeks so hopefully round 2 goes even better…

Love They Say

2 years and counting <3

Tegan & Sara – Love They Say

The first time you held my hand I knew I was meant for you
The first time you kissed my lips I knew I was meant for you

Love, they say there’s only one
Love, the kind that’s not undone,
Love, know you are the one

I know they say that we’re crazy,
Tell me there is nothing love can’t do
I know you’ll say that we’re crazy
Love, they say it heals all wounds
Love, removes the hurt in you
Love, I know that this is true