Monthly Archives: February 2010

Designer Doggy

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If you have been following this blog for even a second, you know that we love our pets, and that we totally spoil them. Baby the Maltese is especially spoiled due to her love of clothing, and admittedly she has quiet the large wardrobe. Well, there is a new shop on the block called Designer Doggy, and they have tons of great products for spoiling your favorite pooch.

They carry products by some of the major pet designers like Oscar Newman, Cece Kent, Foufou Dog, and more. They even offer some Hello Kitty themed shirts for dogs, which of course I loved. They have more than just clothes though, they have beds, carriers, toys, collars, bowls, leashes, and even jewelry! But one thing that really caught my attention were the pet puzzles!

They offer a lot of different styles, so there should be something for every dog out there. I love the idea of a toy that can challenge the dog to use it’s mental abilities as well as motor skills. Treats are hidden under different pieces, which the dog has to figure out how to move in order to get the treat. What a fun way to interact and bond with your dog! I have seen other puzzle type soft toys for dogs before, but nothing like the puzzles offered at Designer Doggy!

Another thing that they offer for sale are Crypton beds. I happen to own a tote bag which was made from the same material that the beds are made of. It is one of my favorite bags, especially great for taking outside because this stuff is super cool! Crypton is specially engineered to remain spill, moisture, odor and bacteria free. All the Crypton fabric is breathable but also provides a moisture barrier. The fabrics used in the dog beds prohibit growth of molds. It’s some serious science that can make your life (and your dog’s life) a lot better.

Designer Doggy looks like a great online shop! They even offer $5 flat rate shipping on all orders, which is great if you plan to order a little, or a lot! Check out their website if you are in the mood to spoil your furry friend.

*Though I was paid to review the Designer Doggy website, the opinions in this post are my own.*

Random Goodies

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First up, gorgeous goodies from the equally gorgeous Jenny. The camera necklace is a new favorite, especially with the chain made of little love hearts. You can get one too in her shop. I also have to say that opening the envelope was so much fun. You can see what was inside, including handmade envelopes. The packaging was as lovely as the actual goodies within it!

Gorgeous goodies.

While the East coast of the nation has been snowed in, and the West coast rained out, we here in the Rockies have been enjoying a fairly mild winter. It’s been cold, but above freezing for the most part. The sun has been out so much that trees and bulbs are starting to show signs of spring, even though it’s still just February.

Signs of spring!

I got some adorable, and very real looking, chocolate eggs in Valentine’s Day colors. They really do look like you could eat them, but sadly, they are not edible. Also, a pink toaster, complete with different plates to make love themed toast arrived as well.

Valentines Day decor.

In addition to everything else, I have been trying to work on a major spring clean. It feels good to pare down and live with just those things that are beautiful, useful, or otherwise bring joy. It also feels great to let things go, knowing that they can find new life in someone else’s house. Something about spring like weather, and also just being stuck in the house instead of being able to play in the garden, lends itself to doing a clear out.

Plus, nothing feels quiet as nice as a clean house! ;)

Book: The Mayo Clinic Diet

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The Mayo Clinic has recently come out with a diet book! It’s called The Mayo Clinic Diet: Eat Well, Enjoy Life, Lose Weight, and offers very practical advice for how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Of course, a lot of people won’t like what’s inside, after all, it’s not a quick fix!

Eating healthy foods, watching your calories, and of course adding physical exercise to the mix, is going to give you weight loss that will last. It’s a book that focuses on lifestyle changes that can last for a lifetime, instead of quick fixes like a fad diet. The book is laid out in three sections:

1. Loose it! is a two-week quick-start program designed to help you lose 6 to 10 pounds in a safe and healthy way.
2. Live it! is a long-term plan in which you continue to lose 1 to 2 pounds a week until you reach your goal. Then, you learn how to maintain your healthy weight for life.
3. All the extra stuff includes meal planners, recipes, tips on overcoming challenges and much more to help you along the way.

It’s not really anything new or groundbreaking, but I did like the way they approached the subject and how the broke it down into steps. And of course I liked that they were honest in the fact that real change takes time and doesn’t happen overnight. They also offer a companion journal that helps you easily keep track of what changes you are making. I really liked the journal because it made it so easy to keep track of changes. The recipes look tasty too, though I haven’t had a chance to try them yet!

The Mayo Clinic Diet: Eat Well, Enjoy Life, Lose Weight is a good read if you are interested in the topics of health and wellness, and if you want to lose a few pounds.

Kitchen, life, and other things.

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It’s been busy here to say the least. Between ripping out the old counters, then putting the kitchen back together (still have the back splash to do), family visits, and school… plus all the other things that go on in the course of a day, I have been busy. Luckily, things should be slowing down again back to a more normal pace, especially once we get the back splash put in and the kitchen is truly done. I can’t wait for that, I miss things like my toaster (all the plugs are out), rice cooker, and especially my slow cooker!

Oui, oui!

Somewhere within all the craziness I was able to put up a fun wall decal. The photo shows the view from the kitchen. It’s a lot more fun to look up from preparing meals and see the Eiffel Tower than to see a blank white wall. Easy little changes can make a big difference, can’t they? It’s a fun change, and the good news is if we get tired of it we can easily peel it off.

Also, we saw Avatar. In 3D. Amazingly cool, and of course now I want my entire garden to look like the world of Pandora.