Wishful Wednesday: Lighting

We have had a lovely break since the kitchen transformation, but need to kick it back into gear to get the project finished completely. Up on the list to complete the project is: 

• Lighting pendants above the stove
• New barstools for our new sit-up bar
• Paint the walls grey

I ♥ the industrial/farmhouse pendant lighting look! Here is some inspiration for the lighting I want to have above our stove:

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Have a lovely day!

 

♥ Natalie

Tasty Tuesday: Baked Parmesan Tomatoes

I hope all of you had a lovely New Year! Our New Year was absolutely fabulous...ringing it in, as always, in Ixtapa, Mexico!

It seems that ever since Matt and I have updated our kitchen, we have been on the go nonstop, traveling like crazy! Trust me, I LOVE traveling and will take every travel opportunity that comes my way, but now that I enjoy spending time in my kitchen, it seems like I don't have it. 


One of my goals for this year is to spend as much time as we can in our new home with friends and family (when we are in Arizona, and not on the go that is...you only live once right!!)


While I was browsing Pinterest, I came across this super easy recipe for Baked Parmesan Tomatoes that can be used as a side dish, tapas, or small appetizer.

They are quick, healthy, inexpensive, and best of all...Delish!


Buon appetito!

♥ Natalie

Happy Anniversary & Happy New Year

Although I am not very big on New Years resolutions, I do make an effort to make every year better than the last. Although this last year of 2011 did have some great moments, it was not the best year I have ever lived and was definitely full of many unexpected surprises. Looking back at all of the circumstances of 2011, it was a HUGE year of growth for me. I learned a lot about myself and became a much stronger person, emotionally and mentally. My grandmother, Nannie, the person I strive to be most like in life, always used to tell me "don't wish your life away". I'm not wishing my life away by any means, as I want to take every experience, good and bad, and learn from them. However, I am looking forward to a new year! I know that 2012 will be a great year! I am excited for what it has to bring.

On another note, January 1st of every year will always remind me of the best day of my entire life! The day I married my husband. I am so lucky to have such an amazing person to share the rest of my life with. Happy 2 Year Anniversary Babe!I love you!

May 2012 be a great year for everyone I know, filled with love, happiness, and success.

Have a lovely 2012!

 

♥ Natalie