First of all, you guys rock my face off - thanks for all the comments and suggestions (even you Melany, who didn’t like either choice ;). Good news is like most good wives I was able to wear Tim down and the dots (and myself) have claimed victory *double fist pump*! I’ll definitely “man it up” with trucks or sports balls, or something hyper-masculine so people will know it’s a boys room (Tim suggested I paint a mural of animals attacking one another, blood, carnage and all…classy). I did like Amy’s suggestion to call them balls as apposed to dots - I will definitely be pocketing that suggestion for future debates. We did spend some time Sunday clearing out Max’s room of stuff that needed to make it’s way into the attic so I can begin piecing it together and hopefully have it completed by the time he’s born.
In between traveling and arguing with the hubby, I did manage to squeeze in some time to finish a project for the living room - yet another ripple. I wanted a snuggly blanket that was bright and fun so after agonizing for days, literally, over the colors, I decided to just get started and I love the way it turned out. It really is true that sometimes things turn out the best when you just wing it instead of planning for it. Should I take the same attitude about labor and delivery this time? Maybe…I’ve gotten incredibly lazy this pregnancy.
I had to get some new plants for the house since we didn’t have any and it was beginning to feel stuffy around here. I have no problem admitting that I don’t really like plants, nor do I know anything about them. Well, I do know that you can water a cactus too much (who knew!) and most plants need sunlight. Let’s hope these newcomers survive my “knowledge”.
And one more piece of randomness for your Tuesday morning: A recipe for the BEST GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH EVER! Tim found this recipe online and now it’s the only grilled cheese we make. It’s so rich and savory, but I don’t think I can capture in words just how good it is. All I know is you need to try it. Today. Ah, bread and cheese…there aren’t too many things that make my heart so happy as these. And don’t be embarrassed if after the first bite you inhale the rest of it because it’s that good.
Greek Grilled Cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 slices whole wheat bread, or your favorite bread
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 slices Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1/4 tomato, thinly sliced
Butter your bread, heat a skillet over medium heat. Lay buttered side down in skillet, then layer the feta cheese, Cheddar cheese, red onion and tomato. Top with the other slice of bread with the butter side out. Fry the sandwich until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes per side.
Toni says:
I share your “knowledge” of plants!! Love the blanket! Also happy to hear you won out on the dots. I don’t think I got to comment… I meant to tho..that was my first choice too.
April 15th, 2008 at 5:14 am
stephanie says:
yah..i just KNEW tim would come around if we all joined in and chanted loud and long enough!!! wooohooo for the dots (i mean balls!)
your pics are just lovely in this post!
can’t wait to see you soon! give me a call when you wanna hang!
loves!
steph
April 15th, 2008 at 5:56 am
Kacey says:
I’m glad you won! I think the dots will be perfect.
BTW, when I was pregnant with Wyatt, I LOVED the name Wyatt. DH didn’t. You can see how that turned out!
April 15th, 2008 at 7:11 am
Heather H says:
Balls instead of dots - now THAT’S funny!
April 15th, 2008 at 7:32 am
oh amanda says:
I love love love the blanket, it will look great with dots! And yum…that grilled cheese. I’ve got a ton of feta in the fridge…now I know what we’re having for dinner!
(so, did you go natural last time? i’m thinking about it…)
April 15th, 2008 at 9:27 am
bee says:
Wow on the blanket!
Beautiful flowers!
And yum on the grilled cheese!
My favorite grilled chesse now involves fresh mozz, pesto, and tomato on sourdough or french bread!!
April 15th, 2008 at 9:35 am
misty says:
the plants you got are absolutely beautiful and that sandwich sounds fantastic!
I love your red pots… Where did you get them?
April 15th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Heidi Evans says:
Blanket absolutly beautiful. I think you should do a tutorial on that for crafty daisies! Sandwhich…yummy, we had to have it for dinner tonight!
April 15th, 2008 at 4:32 pm
Elizabeth says:
droooooool
April 15th, 2008 at 10:09 pm
Melany says:
LLLLOOOOVEEEE that blanket!
April 15th, 2008 at 10:54 pm
AmyG says:
I love that blanket!! I’m working on my first afghan… but it’s just a shell pattern. I’ve seen tons of ripples that I would love, but I’m worried about changing yarn, lol.
The recipe look YUMMY!! Thanks for sharing!
Oh & yay for getting hubby to agree on the “balls!” lol
April 16th, 2008 at 1:13 pm
pinkmommy says:
Oh man, that grilled cheese is calling my name! This baby has been craving them like crazy lately!
April 18th, 2008 at 9:29 am
Emily says:
Love love love the blanket! Do you make those for your shop? I bet you’d have to charge a lot for all that work. Looks wonderful!
April 18th, 2008 at 10:36 am
Val says:
Gorgeous pictures. Love the afghan!! And the pots that your plants are in — love them too!
April 26th, 2008 at 9:12 pm
Naomi says:
A new fave on our house, thanks!
May 24th, 2008 at 4:59 pm