WE'RE ENGAGED

This post is very very long overdue (about 12 days to be exact). But I have been busy, I'm a soon to be bride. There is so much planning. Apparently not as much as what Gavin went through to get us engaged. It was quite a story, involving a boat, a parade down the Mystic River, and a sign in lights that said "Nicole Marry Me." I still get goosebumps and teary-eyed when I think about it. I am a VERY LUCKY GIRL!!!

Happy Almost Thanksgiving

I will be starting my turkey festivities as usual, in front of Molly's house watching the road race (it's the 73rd one). Over the years, I have found that it is much more enjoyable watching the race with a cup of egg nog, than running in the freezing cold, sometimes rain, and even snow a couple times. I can't wait!!!

http://www.manchesterroadrace.com/default.asp

What am I?

I took the Homegoods StyleScoop Quiz (fyi - LOVE that store). This is what I am:

Nicole, you are a Glamorous Classic
You have a refined sensibility with an appreciation for history and tradition in your furniture and your rooms. You value beauty and craftsmanship. You are visually sensitive and understand how symmetry and a balanced layout give order to a room. But you definitely like to shake things up with some unabashed luxury and glamour to keep things from getting boring. You go for rich materials like velvets, one-of-a-kind objects, lady-like touches, glimmering accessories, and a sense of old-Hollywood romance that makes your home dramatic and elegant.

You value creativity. You are stylish and fun loving, and can be an inspiration to others. You have a natural sense of drama, and you know you have to be willing to take risks—whether with colors, finishes, furniture choices, or ideas—for your home to stand out. Your home can be happy and lively and the place all of your friends want to be.

http://www.homegoods.com/hghq_quiz.asp

Getting Festive - Halloween Style

Last weekend, in the rain, Gavin and I decided continue our tradition (this only marked Year 2) of going deep into eastern CT, to see a house with a mass of carved pumpkins a lit up outside. There was at least 100 if not more and I'm sure people will continue to drop them off as the week progresses. It looks so great all lit up and there were quite a few of us braving the inclement weather to get a close look at all of the carvings. Below are a few of my favorites.

Horoscope today . . .

Now, I am not one who really believes in horoscopes. However, I will admit, I am quite the virgo (except I do let my condo get a bit messy at times but otherwise, I am type-a at it's best, etc). I was a little alarmed this afternoon when I quickly read my horoscope for today (source: astrocenter.com):


"You're not exactly someone who follows all the latest fads, NICOLE, but you may realize that recently you let yourself get taken for a ride. In fact, even though you're not necessarily an impulsive person, that doesn't stop you from buying things on the spur of the moment that just sit there in your closet or somewhere else in your house. What do you do with all those clothes anyway? Be more careful with your money!"


It's a little scary when it is sooo right. I have a closet full of things that I have purchased on a whim and have never used/worn/hung up in my condo. V. dangerous.

Maybe tomorrow it will say "you will win powerball" and it will also be right!

Take my breath away . . .

This lamp from anthropologie. I must find a place in my condo for it. I will repaint a room just to make it work.

Mission Rubber Duckies

While on beachbungalow8 a few weeks ago, I saw a post about doing things anonymously. Gavin and I decided we'd do the same while in Mystic on Monday. We were total nerds about it and had such a good time secretly leaving our package. Hopefully whoever got the duckies enjoys them! If anyone actually reads this blog and is looking for a good deed to do themselves, go to the site . . . http://secretagentlinpgh.blogspot.com/ and get a mission of your own. Gavin and I are already plotting our next one.

Our ducks ready to be packaged.

One of the duck packages just waiting to be placed in the spot.

Location #1.

Location #2.