Book Review

Life has been crazy.

Between finals, moving, and pain I have not been up to blogging.

(I apologize!)

Luckily, after finals were over I had a bit of time to read!

I picked up this amazing memoir by Elizabeth Smart.

The events depicted within this book are truly devastating. 

But at the same time, it was the most inspiring thing I've ever read.

Please go read this book. 

Elizabeth's outlook on life even through her struggles is truly awe-inspiring.

Let me know of any books you've been loving lately!

--Rachel

These are a few of my favorite things...

Ahhh, life has been crazy and full of crappy symptoms.

But, I am back baby. 

Thought I would give you all a quick look at some of favorite things.

Let's start with the Sweet Mint EOS lip-balm. 

Everyone is obsessed with this lately, and for good reason.

It is a great lip-balm with amazing flavors.

But to be honest, I mostly like it because I get to rub an egg on my lips.

I definitely suggest you guys try this stuff if you haven't already!

How to Make an Old Couch New Again!

Today is rainy and chilly and I just wanted to do inside things.

So I did! 

Mostly a lot of boring kitchen cleaning, but I also did a little DIY project I have been wanting to do.

Let's jump right in !

TAG- Liebster Award

Gettin' Personal

Hi guys, let's get weird!

I feel like I've known ya'll long enough to discuss my underthings.

Right? 

Probably not.

Oh well.

Chair Update

Last summer I found a directors chair on the curb.

It was missing the fabric parts and my boyfriend insisted the wood was broken.

He just didn't want to pick it up and knew he would be forced into cleaning it.

After a lot of begging and reminders of how cute I am, he begrudgingly put it in the car for me.

I feel like I may have made him pick up a little too much "trash" that summer.

A few days later we (he was right, I forced him to help) cleaned it up and I made a new cloth seat and back for it out of this insane upholstery fabric I picked up at a house sale for $1:

Isn't it so perfect in the creepiest way?!

Here is the final product:

So cute! 

It just goes to show you that taking the time to fix up someones trash can truly create a treasure.

Let me know of any great curb finds you've had and what, if anything, you did to jazz them up!

--Rachel

Curious About Candles?

With all my neurological symptoms I always figured candles were a bad idea for me.

Also, my father is a firefighter so they were forbidden at home.

Recently, I have found some candles that don't trigger my symptoms and have gotten a little candle-obsessed. 

I hope to review some candles I have tried on both the scents and lasting power as well as the effects they have on me. I know everything affects everyone differently but it may be nice to have some information before purchasing.

The candle I am going to talk about today was purchased during the Bath and Body Works Semi-Annual Sale for four dollars. It came in such a cute jar I couldn't pass it up!

Meet Daisy

This is Daisy. 

She is the namesake for this blog because she is all about yarn, food, and beauty. 

As a crotchety old woman, Daisy appreciates the Grandma things in life, just like me. 

This pretty princess is Tails By Daisy's mascot and biggest fan.

If you want her love and acceptance you'll need to follow this blog and fill out a few dozen pages of applications. She is very picky but is trusting me to find her some awesome followers.

I'll leave you with one more beautiful photo of Miss Daisy.

Cake Commentary

There are few things in life as simple and sweet as the Wegmans bakery. 

No matter how my day has been going, walking by the rows of bread and desserts makes everything okay.

It also makes me need bread and chocolate.

After a day off from classes spent at the doctors, my roommate and I treated ourselves to the Wegmans Mini Ultimate Chocolate Cake. I may have also gotten myself a loaf of bread. 

It is fine, I deserve it. I am a fairy princess. So are you! Eat some cake, life is short.

That is all I have for you right now! I'll just leave you with another picture and a ringing review that this cake is even better than it looks.

Q & A a Day

I came across this journal while procrastinating last October. The design of this book allows you to answer a question a day, everyday, for 5 years. The questions repeat on the same day every year, allowing you to reflect on the changes occurring in your life and within yourself.

It quickly became a part of my daily routine, allowing me to reflect on my day or write down a quick answer to a silly question. 

During a time of my life that is filled with turmoil, this journal has allowed me a few minutes each day to just focus on myself and answer a question. I am not a journal person, I have never been able to keep one for more than 3 days. I am now in my sixth month of using this journal and going strong. 

The thing is also just stinkin' adorable so I love setting it out to casually look like a journal person who has her life together.

I am fooling no one. 

 

Obviously, I am a huge fan of this journal and recommend it to all my friends and family.

I have already given the children's version as a gift and plan on making my boyfriend start the couple's version in the near future!

If you want to check this journal out for yourself, you can here.