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Monthly Archives: October, 2011

Twin Cities Fall Restaurant Week is here!

Who wouldn’t want an excuse to revisit a fave dining spot, or try out a new place in search of another to add to the repertoire? Check out this link … Continue reading

October 25, 2011 · Leave a comment

Hurry for fall fashion deals!

My inbox has been flooded with fall “Friends & Family” promo and coupon codes. Was away on vacation so didn’t get to post all of them before they expired, but try … Continue reading

October 23, 2011 · Leave a comment

Paperista: paper goodies with style

Can’t believe this little paper shop has been open since July and I’ve just now wandered in. Guess we had a busy summer and jumped into fall with back-to-school. Paperista … Continue reading

October 18, 2011 · 2 Comments

Recipes fresh from the orchard

Fall in Minnesota means it’s time for a trip to the apple orchard! There’s one not far from us, Minnetonka Orchards, that our girls love because of the corn maze, giant hay … Continue reading

October 13, 2011 · Leave a comment

80 degrees outside now, but I’m prepared for winter when it shows its nasty face!

Though we are enjoying a crazy beautiful fall, over 80 degrees here in October, it is no guarantee that in a week we won’t be passing through the 50’s on a … Continue reading

October 9, 2011 · Leave a comment

Remodeling budgets run amok!

The latest on our first floor remodel (encompassing kitchen, family room, and eating area). It was the end of August when we finally got bids back from four builders (three … Continue reading

October 6, 2011 · Leave a comment

Shellaced at the club

Sounds like a wild time, until I clarify these two points: the club is the health club, not a CLUB, and “Shellaced” is actually the professional nail product that was introduced at salons … Continue reading

October 5, 2011 · Leave a comment