January 2012
35 posts
A Glimpse
Today has been full of last minute party preparations.
It’s almost all set up, and we’ve got everything we need. (I hope!)
We grabbed some sparklers, sparkly shoes, and much more!
I can’t wait to show you more pictures from tonight!
I hope you all have a safe and happy New Years Eve Party!
P.S. Thanks for all your comments on my blog post yesterday! (Well.. all but...
December 2011
38 posts
Hopeful and Heartfelt →
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Thursday Threads- I will wish for an early spring
I’m not the type who only wears an outfit once.
But there are certain things in my closet that I’ve only worn a couple of times.
I put great meaning on clothes.
I don’t know why.
I remember exactly what I wore when I met brad.
And this is exactly what I wore the day I found out Mowgli was so sick.
It was one of the worst days of my life.
Brad took me out...
Autumn In The Deep Red
So, the massive amounts of water that poured into my house ruined a lot of paintings.
A lot of original artwork that won’t be replaced.
Just days before I had worked on these new paintings.
And luckily, they did not get wet.
So I thought I would share them with you.
This one above is created using lots of texture, and even some golf leaf.
It’s one of my...
Herbal Remedies
Today, I’m sharing with you,
the perfect remedy for a sore throat and a stuffy nose.
I woke up on Christmas morning with my cold back in full force.
I went about my day trying to make the best of it,
but my brother in law showed me the herb comfrey,
that would help me lots and lots.
So, I went home and tried it myself adding a few things for even more benefit.
I’ve always...
Party Planning →
Party Planning
Ever wish you could go to a classy party?
You know?
Wear a sparkly dress, and sip from a wine glass?
Well, I have.
And this year, I’m going to make it happen.
I’ve been planning this party since Thanksgiving!
Life has been hectic, but I still plan on making this happen.
I plan on sparkly lights, glitter and delicious food.
I wish you could all come!
Here is what I’m...
A Little Bit Of Christmas
This Christmas was celebrated 4 times.
I was about Christmased out by the end of the day.
We celebrated Christmas with Brad’s Dad’s house on Christmas eve.
Where I watched this darling little boy be the cutest thing in the world.
Every time he did something cute, (always) I would whisper to Brad,
“I want one!!”
This is Edric, Brad’s nephew.
...
Snow Fairies →
Snow Fairies
You know how I complained about Utah winter’s?
Well, I guess I was wrong about this year.
This year we haven’t had over an inch.
I’m secretly liking it, but also hoping for a bit of snow.
Just for tomorrow.
Then I would like spring!
Maybe I could ask these little Snow Fairies to grant my winter wishes.
I’ve been working on them little by little for a week...
Be Jolly!
“You do not become good by trying to be good,
but by finding the goodness that is already within you.”
~Eckhart Tolle
I think the same thing goes with happiness.
You don’t become happy by trying or focusing on being happy,
that will only depress you more.
You become happy by accepting yourself.
Happy, or sometimes sad.
You are you.
Don’t...
Have I Mentioned? →
Bliss
Hey everyone!
A while back I mentioned my “other job.”
I’m currently a designer for a custom engraved stone company,
as well as pre-designed semi-precious gemstones.
Well, the website just launched, and I wanted to share at least one of the products with you.
We may hold a giveaway here in the future,
but since it’s very separate from my blog and my...
The Opposite Of Me
Ever wonder what this would be like if you met your opposite?
I have met mine several times.
It’s called Las Vegas.
Vegas is on the way to California, and we always pass through it.
I always end up having fun there, but it also just puts me in a rotten mood.
It takes a lot to make me finally loosen up and enjoy myself.
It’s just, not me.
I am quiet,...
Chipper
I’m in a good mood today!
To be honest, I’ve tried to be in a good mood a lot lately.
December has been a mean little month for me.
It’s been full of nasty little surprises, and I haven’t seemed to be able to catch my breath!
Just as one thing settled down, something ELSE would happen!
It’s been a rollercoaster of a month.
My one good week, was...
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Getting To Know Larissa! →
Disneyland!! →
On The Road →
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A Horror Story →
A Horror Story
We pulled up to the house, and mentally prepared to go in.
We came to pick up a few things…
The lights were off, and the house was dark.
It looked still and almost peaceful…
on the outside..
We didn’t know what to expect.
We were hit with the smell of old water and dirty stale carpets.
Loud vents were causing everything to shake.
The blinds and curtains were shaking...
Broken →
Broken
I broke yesterday.
My energy and battery was drained,
all of my parts were malfunctioning.
I was no longer working properly.
My brain was short circuiting.
This has been a hell of a week.
My car broke down, which landed me carless.
Then this?!
Today, my house flooded.
A water main broke, and filled up my bedroom window.
The house was under 4-5 inches of water in 4-5 minutes.
But,...
Getting To Know Erica! →
Getting to Know Erica!
(Erica and Sean)
Please give us a brief bio, where you are from, who you are, and how you started in this field?
My name is Erica, I’m a (part time) college student from Long Island, New York living in the ‘big city’ of Burlington, Vermont! Originally when I started LoveErica in 2009 I was selling photo prints out of my dorm room. I went through phases of trying...
A Needed Break
I lay in bed with my winter coat buttoned up fully.
Hood on, covering my eyes.
My winter boots were still on, traces of snow still on the bottom.
I was under the blankets, face down.
I was the picture of pity.
and the face of hopelessness.
Why?
My car won’t start.
Pretty silly thing to cry about.
But the thing is, I was crying for more than...
Giveaway With LoveErica! →
Giveaway With LoveErica
Happy Monday.. Okay, well it isn’t that happy.. I woke up, got out to my car it start it, only to find it wouldn’t start. I tried for a few minutes, got out and saw that it was leaking all sorts of colorful fluids. I’m doing my best to stay positive, not cry, and not go back to bed. I have no idea how to fix this, no idea how much it will cost me. I’ve just got that sick...
Fun Features!
I love to share the fun places I find myself on the internet.
Some of them I know about, and some I don’t.
This is a fun little feature on Knit, Nicole, Knit!
Check out the interview here!
And yesterday, my friend Eva Sue Jane found me here!
And next week.. I think I’ll be dying ALL of my hair pink!
I’m so excited..
tickled pink even!
Okay, back to work.
The Trees Offer Hope →
The Trees Offer Hope
Last weekend I took a lot of time “off” and painted.
I stayed in my painting clothes all day, and got paint all over myself.
I was a happy girl.
I focused mostly on painting trees.
My favorite thing to paint.
I painted a forest full of aspens.
The original as well as prints are now listed in the shop.
You probably recognize this painting.
I did it a few months...
Thursday Threads- In Which I Too, Dwell With The...
I know you’ve now seen this outfit enough, but I’m finally doing a post about it.
It’s one of my favorites.
Mostly because it was a pretty cheap outfit.
The dress was on clearance, and I figured,
when is a white lace dress, with a sweetheart neckline going out of style? So, I grabbed it.
The jacket was given to me.
And the boots.. well, I searched far and wide for these...
Spreading Peace →