The Conversation

I finally sat down and watched an episode of a new(er) show on Lifetime produced by Demi Moore and Amanda de Cadenet called The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet. It has been waiting for me to watch it for quite a few months and I thought it was about time to check it out. The show is a series of candid interviews with famous women on a variety of topics - love, divorce, children, confidence, balance, and the media, just to name a few. Originally, a friend and co-worker told me to DVR it because the discussion topics related to our 10th Grade Media Literacy Unit. Not sure why I waited so long to tune in, but I am glad I finally did.

Sometimes I just need to hear other people discuss their lives in a way that is revealing rather than superficial, making everything seem so wonderful. That is exactly what this show does. I also am a strong believer in the power of women and since The Conversation is a collection of relaxed interviews with women, it is empowering just to listen and think about the topics. Currently, Lifetime is not showing reruns of Season One but you can view the episodes online at www.vimeo.com. Also, be sure to take a peek at the supplemental website, The Conversation, where guest writers contribute daily. Let's hope for a Season Two!

Top 5 Cities for Beer

While beer is not my number 1 choice in alcohol (nor number 2, or 3, or 4...), I was happy to see Cleveland get some recognition for its beer scene. GQ named Cleveland as one of the top 5 cities for beer in America specifically mentioning Market Garden, Nano Brew Cleveland, Heinen's, and Great Lakes Brewing Company. Read the article, "'GQ' Names the 5 Best Beer Cities in America" and enjoy a brewski!

100 Days in Cleveland

While looking for places to take engagement photos, I came across this blog, 100 Days in Cleveland. Julia Kuo, the artist, drew something she liked in/about Cleveland for 100 days. Eventually the blog become a book and calendar. I guess I found a little late as this was in the works about a year ago. But I am still glad I found it! Her drawings are awesome! Each drawing has a caption of some sort to tell you about the place or her reason for liking it. I think she should make a part two to hit more places and to focus more on the West Side of the city. Take some time to check it out!

Scary Shoes

 I am a lover of shoes. All sorts of shoes tickle my fancy - stilettos, wedges, ballet flats, boots, shiny, patterned, one color, many colors - you get the point. But there is a limit to the type of shoe one can wear and the shoes within "The Scariest Shoes of All Time" by Joanna Douglas have reached that limit. Scary and ugly all in one but definitely worth a look.

Take Care of You

It's been awhile. So when I saw this pin appear on my Pinterest account, I thought - perfect read for me and perfect post for finally returning to my blog. "55 Gentle Ways to Take Care of Yourself when You're Busy" found on the blog The Freedom Experiment deserves a few minutes of your time. Or, I should say, YOU deserve the few minutes it will take for you to read this.

Sometimes we get so caught up in life that we miss out on a lot of it. We know what we should do to make ourselves feel better but finding the time to take care of yourself can seem selfish. Yet, it isn't. One of my favorite aphorisms is by the amazing transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson: "Make the most of yourself, for that is all there is of you." But making the most of you means finding a few minutes to listen to yourself and care for yourself. There is no time like the present to begin (or continue) doing this! Go on - read it.   

This New House!

A variety of slideshows:
Outside progress Some updates with the interior decor The building of the house