tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21415267710915093572024-03-23T06:13:48.404-04:00House of MarloweCrissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.comBlogger595125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-26491601469193418042015-02-16T04:58:00.000-05:002015-02-16T04:58:27.885-05:00LOL...<br />
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... to the funny ones…. whether they mean to be or not (sorry, buddy); to the ones (like my brother) whose laugh is contagious and spreads like wildfire (even if you aren't in the same room); to the family friends who always have a cache of hysterical YouTube videos at the ready and my girls whose giggles make my heart swell 1000 fold…. to reminiscing on belly laughs from childhood for the 100th time… to Jimmy Fallon…. for making life a little lighter and a whole lot more fun, I say "thank you!"...Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-27424305786282214422015-02-13T04:48:00.000-05:002015-02-13T04:48:38.407-05:00XOXO...<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Each afternoon as I walk thru the vineyards I spy them….. some days one or two; other days 15 pairs of couples both young and old walking hand in hand or arm in arm. It's the elderly ones that warm my heart the most…. the sweetness, the commitment, the enjoying each other's company…. I'm left wondering if the choosing to walk together holding hands helps to create the closeness or if a closeness precipitates wanting to stroll hand in hand…. also, have they been doing this for years, or has the quietness of life bared a new tender fruit of affection?…. </div>
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….whatever the case; I want that…. both today 20 years into my marriage and 50 years from now; when all worldly things have faded and we're left with each other and the story we've created together… I want to be seen walking down the path together…. holding hands...</div>
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Cheers to love this Valentine's Day...</div>
Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-55883397384265990322015-02-12T03:16:00.000-05:002015-02-12T03:18:07.442-05:00Let's Bring Back...<div style="text-align: center;">
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Billboard has published its list of the <a href="http://www.billboard.com/articles/list/1538839/top-50-love-songs-of-all-time">Top 50 Love Songs of All Time</a> for Valentine's Day;<br />
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… I'm thinking a little Patsy Cline or Frank Sinatra...</div>
Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-54622262463804763752015-02-09T04:23:00.000-05:002015-02-09T04:26:07.582-05:00Love is in the Air...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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a Valentine hidden in their school work</div>
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<br />Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-69621164207554066182015-02-06T02:32:00.001-05:002015-02-06T02:32:58.467-05:00Black & Blue...Normally, I would use those words to describe my two youngest girls' bruises on their legs following a week of playing hard at school recess….<br />
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I've been enjoying reading Ree Drummond's <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Pioneer-Woman-Tractor-Wheels/dp/006199717X">book</a> gifted to me by a friend; so I was excited to try out one of The Pioneer Woman's latest recipes for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/tomato-soup-with-parmesan-croutons.html">homemade tomato soup and parmesan croutons</a>….<br />
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Having been to Paris before and having seen the "main attractions"; this time around we did what we like to do best…. stroll thru the streets, window shop and linger in cafes….<br />
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… a cute reminder to plan your next getaway... be it to Paris or just down the road to a cute hotel for a night. :)</div>
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I'm blaming my wonderful baker of a mother who introduced me to all variety of delicious sweet breads, muffins and pound cakes growing up…. along with the grey skies and cold weather... for the inordinate amount of baking I've been doing lately; tempting me to warm up the house with a hot oven and delicious smells…. trying out new recipes to add to the existing repertoire…<br />
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… paired with blue jeans, coral nail polish, sandals and a favorite pair of sunnies… an instant vacation (mentality at least); no passport needed. :)</div>
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warm, inviting waters; the most stunning star-filled sky I have ever seen; beautiful sunrises and sunsets... perfect peace except for the sound of our bicycle tires in the sand…. Paradise found indeed.</div>
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The girls were back to school this week; so I found myself roaming around a 'Downton Abbeyesque' <a href="http://www.nationalmuseum.ch/e/prangins/ueber_uns.php">Chateau</a> up the road in the city of Nyon, Switzerland. I am absolutely intrigued by these homes and the lives that were led inside them…. and I always leave inspired…. This one had me at "hello" with entry doors in the most beautiful shade of grey….</div>
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In general, I prefer bolder colors and more high contrast pairings but there is something so sophisticated and appealing about a nice (not too dark) grey with a large dose of white… throw in some interesting detail or texture and… perfection!</div>
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Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-12917373072080187522014-12-08T04:50:00.002-05:002014-12-08T04:50:54.742-05:00Merry Christmas!<br />
…. I know I'm about 17 days early; but life away from the computer beckons as relatives arrive from the States today and we embark on days filled with school concerts, travels, Christmas crafts, baking, and, in general, getting our "merry" on :) …. I'll be posting my usual daily inspiration on <a href="http://instagram.com/houseofmarlowe?ref=badge">Instagram</a> (aka mostly pics of my kids :) ); but likely won't be back around here until the new year. In the meantime, wishing everyone a Christmas filled with love, laughter, and hope from our family to yours…. <br />
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<br />Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-23030834470305864212014-12-05T04:11:00.002-05:002014-12-05T04:21:46.103-05:00Meet me in the Lodge...There was so much wonderful visual stimulation in London last weekend between Selfridge's glamorous arcade; Liberty's extravagant windows; and the thousands of lights setting the streets aglow; but my absolute favorite inspiration was the Fortnum & Mason pop-up Lodge cafe at Somerset House…. simple, yet…. oh, so inviting with bowls of clementines and walnuts waiting to be cracked; offerings of mulled cider and fondue to warm you up from the cold (with pieces of bread served up in one of those great little 'hampers' I was lusting after); and charming decorations creating the coziest of settings….<br />
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… if you had given us some books or a board game the girls and I may have spent the day there! Good news is we might get the chance as I'm on a mission to replicate these easy ideas at home… with a roaring fire, comfy throws and a 'pajamas preferred' dress code to boot. :)</div>
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Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-14641452246241301412014-12-04T03:02:00.000-05:002014-12-04T10:27:09.191-05:00Gift Giving: The Little OnesWhen it comes to choosing gifts for the little ones in my house (and life); I love to opt for things that might spark or foster a passion in a certain area…. be it belting out the latest Taylor Swift song or in the case of my 9 year old…. origami. :) Here are a few things catching my eye this Christmas for...<br />
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the future pop star - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Hohner-HAG250P-Sized-Classical-Guitar/dp/B001U0OWTO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417679481&sr=8-1&keywords=childs+guitar">child's guitar</a></div>
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the Star Wars fanatic - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Origami-Paper-folding-Projects/dp/0761169431/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417679380&sr=8-1&keywords=star+wars+origami">Star Wars origami</a></div>
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the little chef - <a href="http://us.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/A24329344.jsp?cm_vc=SEARCH_RESULTS#/">child's apron</a></div>
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the nature lover - <a href="http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Red-Camman-Portable-Mini-2-5-x-26mm-Childrens-Kid-Binocular-Telescope-Binoculars-for-Kids/1569407993.html">binoculars</a></div>
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the budding Picasso - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Big-Drawing-Book-Fiona-Watt/dp/140955029X/ref=sr_1_23?ie=UTF8&qid=1417679558&sr=8-23&keywords=usborne+drawing+book">Drawing Book</a> </div>
Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-44309461559456918982014-12-03T04:50:00.001-05:002014-12-03T05:08:37.431-05:00London Calling….Well, I'm happy to report that while nothing can quite take the place of sharing Thanksgiving with family; we were able to find a very good traditional American turkey and dressing kind of meal (minus the green bean casserole of course) with our British ancestors in London. :)<br />
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Visiting London this time of year is like literally stepping into a Dickens novel…. soft, warm lights glowing thru decorated shop windows; Christmas music being played by street musicians, folks hustling about the streets in scarves and hats…. the whole effect is very magical (except for that pesky exchange rate) :) … and the weekend held a little bit of something for everyone: a visit to Hampton Court Palace for me; ice skating at Somerset House for the oldest girls; our first high tea (Marlowe's favorite memory of the weekend); shopping on Regent Street for my teen; a Charlie & the Chocolate Factory show for the family; and even a barbecue dinner for my guy...<br />
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A <i>big</i> highlight was meeting my first 'virtu-real' (phrase coined by <a href="http://www.jcwebbstudios.com/">JCWebb</a>) friend! :) We followed one another's blogs in the States and became expats at the same time in 2012…. she to London and us to Geneva where we've kept in contact via <a href="http://instagram.com/lauriecatl">Instagram</a> and such…. and it was such a joy to finally get together face to face… the 21st century version of long time pen pals… fantastic!<br />
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… and if the schedule just doesn't allow…. there's always a pizza to be ordered or a rotisserie chicken to be bought…. joy to the world! :)</div>
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Anything help you keep your sanity this time of year?</div>
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Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-66800967222399529142014-11-26T03:30:00.001-05:002014-11-26T03:57:25.703-05:00Thank"full"<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
… that's how I feel this year…. not just a half-hearted 'let's say grace' kind of thankful; but an overwhelming, trumpet sounding, bring you to your knees kind of gratefulness… and not just for the big momentous things which are captured in stamped passports, good report cards, framed certificates and pretty photo albums (which are all great); but even more so for the simple treasures of budding friendships, birds chirping, familiar voices, real hugs… love… hope... and the gift of another perfectly imperfect day…. </div>
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… sure would make a great hostess gift for that sweet gal or guy cooking your Thanksgiving bird this year too… :) A couple tried and true recipes <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Downeast-Maine-Pumpkin-Bread/Detail.aspx?event8=1&prop24=SR_Thumb&e11=maine%20pumpkin%20bread&e8=Quick%20Search&event10=1&e7=Home%20Page&soid=sr_results_p1i1">here</a> and <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Poppy-Seed-Bread-with-Glaze/Detail.aspx?event8=1&prop24=SR_Thumb&e11=poppyseed%20bread%20with%20glaze&e8=Quick%20Search&event10=1&e7=Recipe%20Search%20Results&soid=sr_results_p1i3">here</a>.</div>
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Man, this is the toughest week to be an American expat living abroad as there are few things I love more than the Thanksgiving holiday. Having friends and family gathered around my dining room table any time of year; with candles flickering and a fire crackling in the fireplace; lively chatter and laughter interspersed between bites of hearty casseroles or homemade pie is pretty much my idea of bliss. And while I appreciate a fancy "pull out all the stops" china and flower arrangements type of shin-dig; my true tendency, if I were hosting, is to keep it simple… a little something like this….</div>
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Alas, we will be spending Thanksgiving in London this year. My guy has to work; so I've hunted down a restaurant serving 'American Thanksgiving' for the girls and I. And while it will probably not come close to satisfying our taste buds (i.e. how could they possibly compete with mom's cornbread dressing or sweet potato casserole); it will at least help us feel connected to that beloved tradition of stopping to give thanks for all the goodness in our lives… which is worth celebrating wherever we are. <br />
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<br />Crissy @ House of Marlowehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09890077806440478720noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2141526771091509357.post-47837298197560398002014-11-21T06:05:00.003-05:002014-11-21T06:05:50.346-05:00Holiday Decor: Chalet Style<div style="text-align: left;">
Well, based on this week's weather; it looks like a lot of folks are in for another cold and snowy winter! …. which hopefully means lots of cozying up indoors by a fire; drinking hot cocoa. Here are a few of my picks for making your home feel a little more like a warm, inviting chalet this holiday season… </div>
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<a href="http://www.shopterrain.com/doorstep%2Ddecor/fresh%2Dboxwood%2Dwreath%2D">boxwood wreath</a>, <a href="http://www.serenaandlily.com/Gift/Gifts-Stockings-Tree-Skirts-Jersey-Knit-Stripe-Stocking-Holly-Navy">striped stocking</a>, <a href="http://www.serenaandlily.com/Gift/Gifts-Stockings-Tree-Skirts-Nordic-Tree-Basket">tree basket</a>, <a href="http://www.cwonder.com/Get-Cozy/Buffalo-Check-Mug/product/CW-H-H14-TT-025.html">buffalo check mug</a>, <a href="http://www.westelm.com/products/vintage-car-ornament-station-wagon-d2602/?pkey=call-holiday-decor&">ornament</a>, <a href="http://www.ballarddesigns.com/moravian-star-ceiling-mount-mercury-glass-14-22/collections/holiday-collection/all-holiday/292473">moravian star light</a>, <a href="http://www.hsn.com/products/a-by-adrienne-landau-leopard-faux-fur-throw/7610847">leopard faux fur throw</a>; <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/framed-alpine-vintage-ski-poster-st-moritz-wall-art/?pkey=ctraveler-holiday&">St. Moritz print</a>, <a href="http://www.fivestripes.com/Holiday-Cirque-s/210.htm">striped candles</a>, <a href="http://www.cwonder.com/Get-Cozy/Snow-Day-Porcelain-Coaster-Set/product/CW-H-H14-TT-045.html">coasters</a>, <a href="http://www.shopterrain.com/holiday%2Dlinens/red%2Dstriped%2Drunner">table runner</a>, <a href="http://www.ballarddesigns.com/suzanne-kasler-antlers-wrap-rolls-set-of-2/327388?SourceCode=BDSBT1">wrapping paper</a>, <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/tartan-wool-pillow-cover-with-fringe-royal-stewart/?pkey=e%7Ctartan%2Bpillos%7C6%7Cbest%7C0%7Cviewall%7C24%7C%7C1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules">tartan pillow</a>, <a href="http://www.shopterrain.com/mantel%2Ddecor/tinsel%2Dicicles">tinsel</a><br />
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… now, here's to trying to keep all the "bah-humbugging' at Old Man Winter to a minimum. :)</div>
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