mimi bird

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Seasonal Reese's - The only Reese's in my world

I actually have had discussions about seasonal Reese's being way better than all other Reese's with many people and most... agree. The only people who don't agree with me just didn't care either way so their opinion doesn't count I suppose.

Don't get me wrong, any Reese's candy is great.

Chocolate and Peanut Butter together = YUMM!!

It is sad when Easter is over and we have to wait so long until Thanksgiving for the pumpkins. They should make a star for 4th of July!!

If you don't know what I'm taking about then go to Walgreens or your nearest store and try one! The ratio of Chocolate and Peanut Butter is perfect and there are no hard edges like in the cups, its all melt in your mouth goodness.

They have a couple different sizes. If you buy a bag of them the Reese's will be smaller than the ones that are for individual sale, usually on the counter when your checking out.

I would have to say the eggs are my favorite, then the pumpkins and this is the first year i've realized they have hearts.... so I have yet to decide if i like the trees or hearts better. Which one is your favorite?

Get one for your Valentine.

xoxo ~ Mimi

Check out the Reese's website for there amazingly large selection of other treats!

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Artist Feature - Bean and the Sprout

Who is behind that amazing ETSY? Here is where you find out!

Meet Christine from Bean and the Sprout!

Get to know Christine:

I am a Midwestern girl with the heart of a Southern belle. I love cardigans and anything with sequins. I could thrift every day of my life. I love to paint.

What is Bean and the Sprout:

Bean & the sprout is a line of accessories and jewelry for everyday and every occasion created from vintage fabrics and found jewelry. I take old prom and wedding dresses, along with vintage jewelry and bits, and put a modern twist on them. I create pieces that could you could wear with a tee shirt or with a party dress and make a statement either way.

The inspired artist in her:

I studied fine art in Savannah Georgia, and fell in love with the South while I lived there. I have always had a special place in my heart for ultra-feminine, sweet, Southern Ladies, and bean & the sprout was created with them in mind. The history behind each piece that I find is something that inspires me. An old prom dress in a fabulous color or an elegant but out of date necklace speaks volumes to me. I love the idea of taking something old and creating something new. The story and the statement are the things I like best.

Loving Etsy:

The opportunity to connect with people all over the world is an amazing thing. I have created pieces for people in places I only hope I will be able to visit some day. There are so many talented artists I have connected with via Etsy, and that is such an inspiring thing.

Favorite Things:

Color, sequins, my sketchbook, vinyl records, my fabulous husband

Dreams: Right now I am in the midst of creating my first piece of clothing: a skirt created entirely from my rosettes. It has been a challenging and wonderfully rewarding experience. I hope to continue to push myself in new directions, to connect with new and different people, and to share bean & the sprout with as many people as I can. I want to continue to create beautiful and unique pieces that people love.

You need to check out Bean and the Sprout, I could get lost there for hours! So inspiring! beanandthesprout.etsy.com and take a peek at her blog too beanandthesprout.wordpress.com

Thanks Christine! -Mimi

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Favorite Commercial.

I don't watch football.

but... I did watch the super bowl and I'd have to say this was my favorite commercial.

I can just imagine his little face at the end.

Thats all for today ~ Mimi

Monday, February 7, 2011

Working off and out those winter blue...

Holiday season comes and with that comes the holiday pounds. They say woman gain an average of 8 lbs from Thanksgiving to New Years... then come New Years where we always make a goal of some kind to lose weight or become healthier. I did just that, I said this year I would take better care of myself... its still early enough in the year that I can start anytime right?

Two weeks ago I did run a mile. A whole mile. Without stopping. I was amazed that my body, in the middle of winter could do it. Haven't done it since but its a start. I want to lose 20 pounds and I wont bring it up too often, but I will let you guys hold me accountable.

So its Monday, the beginning of the week. A great time to start right? From this moment on I will start taking better care of myself which will include eating healthier and exercising.

Join me!

If you want to boogie, get down on the dance floor.... lets goooo! ~ Mimi

Saturday, February 5, 2011

The Civil Wars

So Jealous... My Sister, Brother-in-law and Mom got to see The Civil Wars in concert last night at WorkPlay Theater in Birmingham Alabama.

They are best described by this blurb from their website, "In some ways, music doesn't get much more modest or minimalist than it is in the hands of The Civil Wars, a duo comprised of California-to-Nashville transplant Joy Williams and her Alabaman partner, John Paul White. They travel without a backup band, and on their first full-length album, Barton Hollow, the bare-bones live arrangements that fans hear on the road are fleshed out with just the barest of acoustic accoutrements. Each song is an intimate conversation, and no third wheels or dinner-party chatter are going to interrupt that gorgeous, haunting hush."

Here are a couple songs that will give you chills: