Sculpture Park

For a few years now we have been trying to get up to Storm King, a beautiful sculpture park just about an hour and a half away from the city. Not that any other trip wouldn't have been just as wonderful as Saturday, but the day couldn't have been more perfect. The air was warm & dry, the sun was bright, and the land was calm and still providing a beautiful backdrop for so many amazing sculptures.

The day began with stopping in the city for bagels, the best in the city from Tom's research. I haven't had many bagels since we've been here, so these were nothing short of delicious. So warm and crunchy on the outside but soft and chewy on the inside, smothered in cream cheeses, and butter. I savored every bite.

We then spent the rest of the day walking to and from each sculpture, relaxing in the sun, taking photos, meeting up with friends, and basking in the awe of the beauty of where we were, and what was and wasn't around us.

Fabric Fabric!!!

I have successfully avoided all stores, sites, and ebay, in attempt to slow down my fabric mania. My small crafting cabinet is now overflowing to the point that I can't shut the doors anymore, and I haven't been able to justify blowing our food money on pretty fabric. Until yesterday.

My friend and I drove down to Bayridge to a very small hole in the wall fabric store in hopes of finding hidden gems. I wouldn't say I found any gems, but I did find some great fallish fabrics that will soon become tunics, dresses, and maybe a tie or shirt for Lukey too. I can always find a good excuse for more grey and plaid in my wardrobe.

And my first order from Superbuzzy was awaiting me in my mailbox upon my arrival home. I frequently browse Superbuzzy's fabrics and always fill my shopping cart, but I have never actually purchased. I couldn't resist these fun novelty prints. And I needed to whip up a quick gift for Luke's friend Marshall's b-day party today.

If anything, I can make lots of these with them.

Am I crazy?

I really want these.  Maybe it's the color. I love how cognac mixes with greys so beautifully for fall. Or maybe it's that these are a nice alternative to the over the top heeled bootie trend this year, or that they are a cuter version of the Brooklyn clog I see everywhere. Whatever the reason, I heart them and I can see them incorporating well into my fall wardrobe. Although I am sure I will never actually get to own them. I can dream though, and I do a great job of doing that.

They are by Rachel Comey, courtesy of Impulse Seattle which has some of the best selection of my favorite and other emerging designers. Check it out if you haven't. If anything it's great for inspiration.

Luke language

his few words

some of his signs

& a random day at the park

Food routines (obsessions)

I tend to be a creature of habit when it comes to food. Tom can attest that when I find something I like, I go way overboard. And I don't just mean, I have it once a week, or even once a day. I literally eat it for breakfast, lunch, and if I can get away with it, for dinner too. This can go on for months. And I really don't tire out on it.

I haven't always been like this. I would say within the last 5 years, right around the time I realized if I didn't eat pasta, donuts, pizza, etc, I might be able to slim down a bit, I started adopting these strange obsessions. The thing is, I have tricked my mind into thinking that these semi "healthier" foods I get into, will actually be the answer to my body issues. I  don't think I really love these foods, I just tell myself I do. And somehow it works.

For the last 3-4 months, I almost eat these foods at least once or twice a day.

Rice crackers and hummos. And I will ONLY eat these brands. I go through a pack of these crackers umm....I hate to admit it but one every 2 days. And this hummos is the best. I need a Utah substitute.

Veggie Burgers. Again, I will only eat these. I usually put one in the toaster, and then of course, spread hummos on top. And sometimes I even make little veggie burger hors devours. Tasty!

And of course, without fail, at least 2 of these a day. If I can make an excuse to drive my car, I usually pull up to McDonald's, the only place in Brooklyn (within a reasonable driving distance) that I can buy a way overpriced fountain DC. And when Tom isn't with me, I ask them to put a lime in it, he gets embarrassed by my outlandish requests, but usually I just run down stairs to the deli and grab a bottle. And, no, I'm not addicted, I just love the taste.

I also lately (as in the last year) love corn on the cob, almonds & almond butter, vanilla pudding snack packs, oatmeal, & egg white veggie omelets.  These all go on rotations depending on my moods.