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Display Name: awilder
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Member Since: 6/5/10

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beautiful pittie.


The Small Cool Hall of Fame: All the Winners from 2005-2012
4/28/13 2:01 PM

lol


Currently Coveting: Kantha Quilts
3/30/13 3:25 PM

omG that baby! <3


Chic & Beautiful: White Walls with Style Renters Solutions
3/29/13 11:24 AM

love the house, love Laurel Canyon (Mandeville Cnyn resident here) and LOVE that they are pit owners! I have three myself and spend a lot of time advocating for this amazing breed.


Jonah & Jodie's \"Enchanted Cottage\" in Laurel Canyon House Tour
3/29/13 10:26 AM

I like tile and find it easy to keep clean. Clorox or comet gel poured directly on the counter and a wet scrubber, then wipe with a dry rag.


Tiled Countertops & Matching Backsplash: Three Beautiful ExamplesKitchen Inspiration
4/22/12 12:23 PM

Horrible. Would something like a tea tree oil on your body help at night? I know lice hate tea tree oil. I'm so sorry that you're having to go through this.


Bed Bugs: An Update From The Trenches
4/2/12 12:34 PM

I understand Mrsberg's feelings, association can be strong. I myself have certain associations that until recently I really had a hard time shaking. Carnations are a perfect example, I love carnations now! Not the fake blue and green ones though!


Where the World Sits: Love & Hate for the Monobloc
3/3/12 10:52 AM

I love it!


When Is Minimalist Too Minimal?
3/3/12 10:39 AM

I don't see http://alwayswithbutter.blogspot.com
They are amazing!!!!!!!!!!


Food Photography on a Blog Finals
The Homies 2012

3/3/12 10:00 AM

Done it three times. Always spent too much money. When I look back I wish I had not. Ikea, such simple wonderful minimal beds and at their prices you don't have to feel guilty about letting it go after you no longer need it. You can always have bedding made to fit. Mine slept with me for the first year so don't go crazy you may find that's what you want to do as well and then when you're ready to have the little guy start sleeping in his room you can decide then what decor you need/want. Until then keep it simple. Trust me your life and needs will change. Good luck and congratulations on your upcoming birth!


Designing Our Baby's Room from Scratch Nesting a Nursery
2/28/12 1:25 AM

Great just great!


Aubin & Florice's Curiosity Fueled Home House Tour
2/24/12 2:25 AM

love your pit!


Carly & Jason's Cozy, Charismatic & Glamorous Home
House Tour

12/11/11 1:32 PM

The most memorable time I ever had was at a couples home in the hills, he was an interesting writer she a flamboyant and beautiful Israeli woman, She was an amazing cook and they took a lot of pride in their fresh ingredients and wine. The interesting thing, their place was a one room rental that was not fancy, well decorated or even spotlessly, clean for that matter but their passionate conversation, great company, food and wine I will remember forever! I think the space should be presentable (I happen to be a clean/neat freak) but I learned many years ago that, that is not what makes a great evening!


How To: Always Be Prepared For Unexpected Guests
11/13/11 10:53 PM

2 boys 2 pitbulls and 1 cat, I am fortunate to have a housekeeper three times a week because i live with slobs and refuse to be their slave. However, on her days off I clean the kitchen, do the dishes, clean bathrooms and do laundry so it is presentable. I will fluff the bed but do not make it. I will vacuum if the animal hair is out of control. I have it down to a science so it only takes about an hour.


AT Survey: How Often Do You Clean Your Home?
11/13/11 10:29 PM

I would take a painted white floor.


Whitewash Yellow-y Pine Floors?
Good Questions

11/10/11 11:09 PM

I was thinking how pretty the "original" silver patina of the flatware was, ashamed they painted it. To each his own, I guess.


Spray Paint Silverware Handles for a Custom Look
Sania Pell at Home

11/9/11 11:59 PM

@lasomnambule, I agree! I just wait until the 14.99 bottles are on sale for 8.99, early in the holidays at grocery stores, that's when I restock my bar for the holidays, the really decent wines Coppola, La Creme, Chalk Hill are often dirt cheap. From 14.99 to 46.99 to 8.99 to 27.99


Why You Should Invest in Cheap Wine
11/8/11 10:23 PM

Unfortunately we don't live in the 19th century or the early 20th century anymore. Although romantic to think you can sit around a table for Thanksgiving and dine leisurely, followed by dancing and music, it's not a reality now. I say leave that expectation for Christmas/Hannukah and New Years, I hate football but if I tried to take it away from my family during Thanksgiving they'd stop celebrating at my house. In the meantime serve an elegant crudite' early on (like the Prosecco idea), have a little something for the children to snack on and wait a little later for the dinner. Good luck!


How Can I Slow the Consuming of Thanksgiving Dinner?
Good Questions

11/8/11 10:14 PM

these are some great parents!


Rocky's Star Wars Nursery
Nursery Tour

11/8/11 9:32 PM

I am aggressive and confrontational, I assure you that is no less destructive :))


3 Tips for a Successful Landlord/Tenant Relationship
9/22/11 4:24 PM