no lo carb here

normally my "fun fridays" are about some sort of libation...

i am so in need of bread,
Greece,
a vespa,
a flat tummy,
and this little boy!

thank you to dustjacket attic for this series of fabulous photos!

anyone been to Greece???
that is my dream.

princess bride

This was my first foray into inspiration board making a while back. It still makes me smile and wish I was on that beach! (and that ring!!!)

How do YOU want to feel (or did you feel) at your wedding?
Like a Princess?
Like a Queen?
Center of Attention?
Like Another Guest?

Happy Fun Friday Everyone!
(Extra "Fun" because I am gonna watch The Princess Bride tonight!)
LOVE THAT MOVIE!



Thinking of buying the soundtrack!

-Kelley

La vie en rose - Louis Armstrong

What is sexier than jazz music + french?

This is a French song (sung in English by Louis Armstrong)...
Making me swoon...

What is "Your Song?"
...or what is the 1st dance song at your wedding???

We need to know!

(photo: courtesy of jazzphotos.com)

gotta love the mice

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Are you making your Wedding Inspiration boards??? There is time to enter, but the sooner you do, the longer they will appear on My Island Wedding!

Remember the prize is "Disney Inspired!" Click here for all the details. I can't wait to see what you all come up with!!!

BTW... anyone getting (got) married at Disney??? We would love to hear about it! Found this great site "Disney Weddings" all about their wedding and honeymoon packages!

Enjoy!

naked chef

Well, hello Jamie!

I was recently reacquainted with the Naked Chef by Time Out Mama..., and his "Food Revolution!"

How could you turn down a request from this man?

"Message from Jamie:

If you care about the health of your children and the food they eat please sign this petition now.

It will only take 30 seconds."

And you know what? Go sign his petition and come back and leave a comment here. I would love to know how many of you are for this cause!!!!

Thanks Time Out Mama and Jamie too...

meyer lemon

Picked up my new copy of edible East End (celebrating the Harvest of the Hamptons + North Fork) - Spring 2010

Absolutely stunning articles and photography! Check it out online here.

There is a great article on growing citrus... from one suburban farmer to another, called Meditations of Meyer Lemon.

Anyone ever tried to do this yourself???


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We were actually hoping to plant some fruit trees! Maybe I can get some tips!

brie + shallot parisian burger

Anybody else itchin' to BBQ????

(This recipe from Weber looks so yummy!!!)

Recipe from Weber’s Way to Grill™ by Jamie Purviance

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Marinating Time:
Grilling Time: 8 to 10 minutes
1 cup thinly sliced shallots
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Patties
1-1/2 pounds ground chuck (80% lean)
3 tablespoons fine dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons beef or chicken broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 ounces Brie cheese (not the triple cream variety)
4 round crusty rolls, each about 4 inches in diameter
1/3 cup whole-grain mustard
2 cups baby arugula

1. In a medium skillet over low heat, combine the shallots with the oil and cook until they are browned but not scorched, about 20 minutes, stirring often. Let cool to room temperature.

2. Prepare the grill for direct cooking over high heat (450° to 550°F). In a large bowl gently mix the patty ingredients and shape into 4 patties of equal size and thickness. Make a hole in the center of each patty for the cheese.

3. Trim away the rind of the Brie and bury the cheese, about 1/4 ounce for each patty, into the hole of each patty. Close the opening to seal the cheese inside. It’s important that there is one-third of an inch of meat on the top and bottom of the cheese so it doesn’t seep out.

4. Brush the cooking grates clean. Grill the patties over direct high heat, with the lid closed as much as possible, until cooked to medium, 8 to 10 minutes, turning once when the patties release easily from the grate without sticking. During the last minute of cooking time, toast the buns, cut sides down, over direct heat.

5. Assemble the burgers with shallots, mustard, and arugula. Serve warm.

Serves 4

go barefoot

Wish I saw this earlier!!!
I wanted to share this via skirt.com...

Today is "go without shoes" day. And what a great concept. Check it out and let me know if you did it or not!

I'm already "bare-footin" it right now!

it's all about the girls

Today's "Fun Friday" is all about the girls!

Two things:

1. Bachelorette Trip ideas found here... (NYC, Aspen, Vegas & Tulum!!! Now, that's what I'm talkin' about!!!!)

and...

2. I need your help in finding women in music (any era and any genre) for a CD I am making for my 7 year old girl. (only wholesome lyrics may apply!!!)

Thanks for your help, and have a fantastic weekend everyone!

real men monday

These Yummy actors and men are my "MMMmmm Mondays" today..., because I KNOW women have a favorite...

are you a Paul Newman (Butch?)

or are you a Robert Redford fan (Sundance?)

Oh my.... Is it really the beginning of the week? What a way to start!

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dog n' bird

via a very cool wedding website called Dog N' Bird. Have you heard of them? (p.s. "she's engaged!")

Even though my name is Kelley, I have NO Irish blood in me! My husband (therefore my children) all do... They are having fun teasing me and saying I can't celebrate...

Well I say:

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY EVERYONE!!!

Bring on the green and the Guinness!

What are your plans???

itchin' for a pet

I couldn't decide on just one photo... so I chose all four. Via BELLE BLANC Such a beautiful blog..., I had to mention it to everyone.





I am missing my kitties and my doggie too... (see leave the door open and it may get muddy)


I want to say those amazing flower are ranunculus, but I have a feeling I spelled it wrong... help please! ("Spell Check" thinks I meant "wrinkles..." whatever!)

Anyone else itching to get another pet???

Alice in Wonderland via Tim Burton

Can't wait to see the Tim Burton version of one of my favorite stories... Alice in Wonderland. Am I to understand that he, himself, did these sketches????

Loving them and my "nook", as always. Just downloaded all his sketches as screensavers from Barnes and Noble.

QUESTION: Is it "eat me" or "drink me" that makes one small?

got pee?

(from Shakespeare's Bride via Relentless Bride)

I tell ya..., it's tricky peeing in a big dress. Can be done with the right help though... this card should spell it out for your girls!!!!

Any funny stories from you married ladies?
Best of luck to those about to be...

more beer, more wine

Thank you.

Happy Fun Friday everyone..., no recipes today..., just some ultra cool coaster sets via skirt!

You know... I've been to tons of weddings..., some "beer and wine," some "open bar," and some "cash bar..."

What did you do, or plan to do???

We want to know!

boudior

I have been itching to redo our bedroom in the worst way... in honor of Valentine's Day..., I invite you to share your ideal bedroom with My Island Wedding!

Simple.
Nothing Frilly.
Stair Leading to the Loft I Want.

and the coziest looking bed...

This might be mine, via Archchair Trader

You got favorite images? Just leave a comment with a link to a post you've done about "boudiors!!!"

Can't wait to see what you all come up with.

but what if your bridesmaids look better than you?

(via: MarthaStewartWeddings)

Click here to see them all!!!

Gone are the days we dressed our friends in ugly!!!!


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What are you putting (or did you put) your ladies in??? Something nice or something nasty???

We want to know!

backyard gardening... good for your back?

I am growing tired of the snow and am dreaming of growing veggies instead!!!

Anyone have any ideas of some vegetable garden stuff that's easy to grow and won't kill my back weeding, pruning, etc???

Thanks! Can't wait to hear what you all come up with!

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juicy

One of my many new year's resolutions is to eat better. More whole foods and less salt, preservatives, etc...

Well, I bought us a juicer!

Loving it so far!!!

Anyone have any favorite recipes?

Here's to a Happy and Healthy New Year all!!!!

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happy nook year

this is the cover i ordered for my new nook... one of my favorite stories ("Alice in Wonderland")...

anyone got theirs yet or heard anything about them good or bad???